TOGETHER, WE ARE KAPWA STRONG
KAPWA & CARE
On April 26, 2025, an act of violence after the Lapu Lapu Day Festival in Vancouver claimed lives and left our community in mourning. Our hearts are with the families and all those affected as the Filipino Canadian community and beyond grieves this devastating loss.
KAPWA is a term that describes the Filipino experience of community, interconnectedness and shared humanity. Many Filipinos practice this value through solidarity, and we’ve seen this value extended across the overwhelming support from our broader communities.
In this time of sorrow, we come together not just to mourn, but to care for one another, to support the victims and their families, and to begin the long process of healing—together.
You are not alone.
There are many supports available in the community, whether you’re looking for immediate crisis support, mental health services, or practical assistance. You can explore the options below or visit our Resources page for more information. If you previously had a file with the Filipino BC Care Team and need support with a referral or transition, please contact care@filipinobc.com.
An update on the Filipino BC Care Team
On August 31, 2026, the Filipino BC Care Team concluded its case management services.
The Care Team was created following the events of April 26, 2025 to provide community-based support to individuals and families affected. Our team helped people navigate services, benefits and referrals, connect with available resources, and advocated alongside clients as they worked through often complex systems.
As the program came to a close, we worked with provincial partners to transition active clients who wanted continued support to longer-term services and ensure they had a clear path forward.
While our formal case management services have ended, our commitment to community care continues. The resources below remain available to anyone affected by April 26.
If you previously had a file with the Filipino BC Care Team and need support with a referral or transition, you can contact us at care@filipinobc.com.
While our formal case management services have ended, our commitment to community care continues. The resources below remain available to anyone affected by April 26.
If you previously had a file with the Filipino BC Care Team and need support with a referral or transition, you can contact us at care@filipinobc.com.
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Phone Number: Lower Mainland: 604-520-8222 · BC, Canada, USA: 1-800-910-4222
Website:icbc.com
Email: Not available
Intended For: Anyone injured in a vehicle crash (drivers, occupants, cyclists, or pedestrians)
Description: No referral, 12 weeks of counselling, psychology, physiotherapy, kinesiology, chiropractor, registered massage therapy and acupuncture. For the first 12 weeks after your crash, you have pre-approved coverage for a variety of treatments to help you recover. You don’t need a referral from a family physician or nurse practitioner, or approval from ICBC, but you will need your Personal Health Number (PHN) and your ICBC claim number. Some services may require you to pay up front and submit a claim to ICBC for reimbursement.
To find health care providers who direct bill ICBC, please visit ICBC — Find a service
We extend our deepest sympathies to the families and loved ones of the people killed and injured, and everyone in attendance at the Lapu-Lapu Day Block Party in Vancouver on April 26, 2025.
Our dedicated team of specialists are ready to hear from anyone who needs further care, or who has not yet reached out. Please contact us directly at 604-520-8222.
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VPD Victim Services supports victims, witnesses and family members affected by crime and trauma. Services may include emotional support, crisis intervention, information about the police investigative process, practical assistance with forms, referrals to community resources, liaison with justice and community partners, and information and support through the court process. Please contact the VPD Victim Service Unit. They can be reached by phone at 604-717-2737, ext. 4, or by email at vpd.vsu@vpd.ca. Victim Services Unit staff are not police officers, but civilian professionals with specialized training in supporting those impacted by crime, victimization, and trauma.
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VictimLinkBC is a toll-free, confidential, multilingual service available 24 hours a day, seven days a week across B.C. and Yukon. VictimLinkBC provides information and referrals to community, social, health, criminal justice system and government resources. Call or text 1-800-563-0808 or email 211-victimlinkbc@uwbc.ca.
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CVAP benefits may be available to victims, immediate family members and certain witnesses, where the same or similar benefits are not available from another source. For April 26-related questions, contact CVAP at 604-660-3888, press 5, and ask for the dedicated team responding to the April 26 tragedy.
Available Support and resources after the April 26 tragedy:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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The Care Team provided case management and system-navigation support to people affected by the events of April 26, 2025, made possible through the Kapwa Strong Fund (United Way BC). The program concluded in August 2026. Before closing, our team worked with provincial partners to transition clients to longer-term supports.
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Please email care@filipinobc.com. This inbox remains monitored, and we will help with referrals and reconnecting you to services.
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The services listed under "Support and resources after the April 26 tragedy" are available to you directly. VictimLinkBC (call or text 1-800-563-0808) is a good first call and can refer you in multiple languages.
If you were injured, ICBC’s dedicated team is ready to hear from anyone who has not yet reached out: 604-520-8222.
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Yes. Information shared with the Care Team remains confidential. Client records are held securely in accordance with our privacy statement, and we will not share your information without your consent, except where required by law.
What if I need urgent or emergency help?
If you are in immediate danger or require urgent medical attention, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department. Filipino BC is not emergency response services.
You can also consider calling 8-1-1, a free service where you can speak with a health service navigator or a registered nurse 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. HealthLink BC has many knowledgeable healthcare professionals available to answer your questions. You can get help with a variety of health topics or find information about health services in BC. Translation services are available in over 130 languages.
FORMER CLIENTS
If you previously had a file with the Filipino BC Care Team and need referral support or help reconnecting with services, please email care@filipinobc.com. We can help connect you with the appropriate supports.
If you were affected by April 26 but did not work with the Care Team, you can access the services listed above directly. A referral from Filipino BC is not required.
Filipino BC treats all information shared by clients, families, and community members with the highest level of care and confidentiality. Personal, health, and financial information is strictly protected and is never shared with media, government, or any third party without explicit written consent.
In light of recent privacy concerns within our community, we want to clearly reaffirm our commitment to privacy and trust. We do not and will not disclose any private information. Protecting the dignity, safety, and confidentiality of those we support is a responsibility we take seriously.
Read the The April 26, 2025 Impact Report: The Story of Kapwa
This impact report shares how Filipino BC and its partners, guided by kapwa and trauma-informed practice, mobilized to support community members after April 26, 2025. It reflects the sustained care and resilience that followed, and most importantly, how our community showed up for one another when it mattered most.
We are committed to transparency and accountability.
Filipino BC will provide all financial disclosures as required by law. The fiscal year runs from April 1 to March 31, which means audited financial statements for the 2025 and 2026 fiscal years are not yet available.