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QC HOLDS ‘GRADUATION RIGHTS’ FOR ‘RAINBOW’ GRADS

A total of 394 members of the LGBTQIA+ community took center stage as they joined the Quezon City government’s special “Graduation Rights” at the QCX Quezon Memorial Circle. Mayor Joy Belmonte spearheaded the ceremony, one of the special activities of the local government for its 85th anniversary and the celebration of Pride Month. The event was […]

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QC GOV’T: MORE SOLAR-POWERED CITY-OWNED BUILDINGS

In line with the city government’s environmental initiatives for energy conservation and reduction, three buildings at the Quezon City Hall are now solar-powered.  The Quezon City (QC) Government is extensively implementing the QC Solarization Program this year to reduce dependence on non-renewable energy for all city-owned buildings, hospitals, and schools through the use of solar […]

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BONG GO URGES QC YOUTH TO BE ACTIVE IN SPORTS

Senator Bong Go advocated for engaging the youth in sports as a strategic approach to divert them from the dangers of illegal drug use during the Mikey Belmonte Cup 2024. The event was conducted in partnership with Go as part of his advocacy to promote grassroots sports development in collaboration with the Philippine Sports Commission […]

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QC GOV’T WEBSITE CERTIFIED AS FULLY PWD ACCESSIBLE

The Quezon City government’s official website has been certified as fully accessible to Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), the first local government unit to pass the stringent evaluation process. This means all website visitors, including PWDs, can now enjoy a more complete online experience when navigating https://quezoncity.gov.ph. The website has met the rigid requirements for web accessibility […]

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QUEZON CITY IS READY FOR LA NIÑA – BELMONTE

The Quezon City government, led by its Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (DRRMC), has declared its readiness for the typhoon season, with the country expected to experience 13 to 16 storms this year. Zero casualty remains the city government’s target according to Mayor Joy Belmonte. “Nakahanda na ang lahat ng ating mga kailangan para […]

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‘SMART BACKPACK’ WINS QC STUDENT STARTUP CONTEST

A “smart backpack” system startup idea that revolutionizes maternal healthcare systems and empowers rural women and healthcare workers was named the best among this year’s StartUp QC Student Competition finalists, clinching the P100,000 grand prize. The Quezon City Government awarded a total of 27 outstanding student teams (out of 39 finalists) that have submitted their […]

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QC GOV’T WORKING HOURS NOW FROM 7AM TO 5PM

The Quezon City government has extended service hours to QCitizens from 7am to 5pm as it implements a modified work schedule to help ease traffic congestion in Metro Manila. According to Mayor Joy Belmonte, the city government is abiding by Metro Manila Development Authority (MMDA) Resolution 24-08, mandating local government units to adopt a 7am to […]

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QC PRESENTS WINNERS IN SUSTAINABILITY FASHION SHOW

Renegade Limpin from Barangay Paltok emerged as the champion of the first edition of “RETASHOW: QC’s Catwalk to Sustainability,” a city-led sustainable fashion show. “As trailblazers of sustainable fashion, we hope that the City Government can always count on you to use your platforms for sustainability.” Limpin bested 19 other designers, who had showcased their talent […]

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BONG GO, PADILLA SEND AID TO QC FIRE VICTIMS

Senator Bong Go’s Malasakit Team joined fellow Senator Robinhood Padilla’s team to aid residents affected by a fire incident in Barangay Culiat, Quezon City recently. Held at the Barangay Culiat Hall, Go’s Malasakit Team provided snacks to 192 fire victims.  Through Padilla’s initiative, the fire victims received financial assistance from the government to help with […]

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QC GOV’T UNVEILS EARTH DAY ART INSTALLATION

As Earth Day approaches, Quezon City expresses its commitment to fighting plastic pollution by unveiling an art installation crafted from single-use plastics that are banned in the city. Named “The Wave of Change,” the 12-feet art exhibit is made from plastic straws, a material already disallowed in Quezon City, along with other single-use plastic bags, […]