Living up to its commitment to provide jobs that matter across the country, leading online job portal JobStreet is going hyperlocal as it launches its dedicated microsite for Cebu, Iloilo, and Davao as well as its upcoming virtual career fair with the selected Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) Regional Offices in time for the upcoming Labor Day.

The initiatives also help boost the job market in provinces as the public is encouraged to decongest Metro Manila following the on-going pandemic.

Jobseekers from Cebu, Iloilo, and Davao can now browse thousands of jobs available in their locality through the respective microsites. Candidates can also learn from work-life guides and advice from JobStreet’s career hub which will be written in their local dialect.
“Many Filipinos recently returned to their provinces because of layoffs or the new work from home arrangements and this caused a shift in the labor market. We’ve also observed that candidates from major provinces have increased their activities in terms of platform website visits, which is why we really targeted to promote local employment and provide them valuable support in their career through their own dialect,” said JobStreet Philippines Country Manager Philip Gioca.

This coming May 1-3, 2021, over 100 companies from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao have participated in the upcoming Virtual Career Fair, offering thousands of jobs nationwide. Candidates from different regions will also have a chance to experience engaging features such as live chats, on-the-spot interviews with HR representatives, and companies’ virtual booths. In addition, DOLE Regional Offices will accommodate concerns and questions from candidates via chat in the platform.

Jobseekers can join the online raffle as JobStreet goes live on its official Facebook Page on the first day of the Virtual Career Fair on May 1 at 5:00PM.

“We appreciate DOLE and the participating regions for trusting to partner with JobStreet in this initiative. We’re hoping that the Virtual Career Fair would be able to reach out to more jobseekers across the country who are looking for opportunities at this time,” shared Gioca.

The Virtual Career Fair is now open for pre-registration through http://bit.ly/JobStreetDOLEVCF.

Provincial microsites are also accessible via
http://bit.ly/JobStreetIloilo
http://bit.ly/JobStreetCebu
http://bit.ly/JobStreetDavao

Great offers await customers as Metro Danao celebrates its grand opening on April 24, 2021 with a 10-day sale dubbed “Metro Danao Grand Opening Sale” from April 24 to May 3.

The compact two-level store held its soft opening last February with a gift-giving activity for shoppers in Danao City. Community members also had a preview of what to expect when the store fully opens.

Located at Sands Gateway Mall along Central Nautical Highway in Brgy. Suba, Danao City, Metro Danao offers shoppers a shopping experience like no other providing them access to a wide selection of exciting products at prices generally lower than other retailers.

Starting April 24, shoppers can get up to 70% off on great selections at the department store, earn double MRC points until April 30, and qualify for the P50 Peso Deals wherein featured items can be purchased for only P50. Shoppers need to present a single receipt with at least P2,000 purchase to avail of the promo.

Big savings also await shoppers at the Supermarket as international goods, personal and homecare essentials, beverage and snacks items, fresh meat, produce and frozen food will be discounted during the 10-day sale. In addition, Metro Business Card and Metro Rewards Card holders with a minimum, single-receipt purchase, cash or credit (P2,000, P3,000 or P50,000) will receive a gift: choice of 1 kl rice, 2 kls rice, 1L dishwashing liquid or 1L vegetable oil.

On weekends of April 24-25 and May 1-2, Metro bakery Suisse Cottage will hold a special promo for its freshly baked goodies: P49 Sandwich Bread for the first 20 customers, Buy One Take One on select breads, and Chiffon Cake-Upside Down Bundle for P189. And for every P50 purchase, customers can get free Coffee Americano, Iced Tea or Lemonade.

More treats and surprises await everyone when they shop at Metro Danao during the 10-day sale. Come and have fun shopping. Metro assures customers of a safe shopping experience with its stringent health and safety protocols as customers are required to use face masks and face shields and observe social distancing while inside the store.

For more details and updates, visit the Metro Retail Group website at www.metroretail.com.ph, Facebook page and Instagram.

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The Metro Retail Stores Group will hold  its first major sale of the year in a bid to bring the public back to its stores and to reengage them with what the retail giant has to offer.

The Metro Sidewalk Sale will offer a great selection of top brands, apparel, baby needs, home stuff, sports and fitness at up to 70% off on March 15 to 21.



“The Sidewalk Sale is one of our largest annual sale promotions nationwide. It is a great opportunity to see what Metro has to offer as well as score great deals on select and current merchandise. We have plenty of specials and discounts in this week-long sale,” said Metro Stores AVP for Marketing Rose Jose.

Shoppers may avail of the discount from men’s and ladies’ wear, kids and toys, to appliance and electronics, sports, home improvement and furniture, and grocery. It’s going to be a rewarding shopping especially for all Metro Rewards Card (MRC) members as they get to double their points and receive gifts for minimal single-receipt purchase, cash or credit at the supermarket.

There will also be special buys wherein for every single receipt purchase worth P1500 at the Department Store entitles the customer to get up to 50% discount on featured items.

This year’s sidewalk sale is held longer to give shoppers ample time to shop. Non MRC members may apply for membership within the 7-day sale period or anytime they are free. All they have to do is approach the Customer Service, fill up the form and pay the card fee.

For every one’s safety, Metro adheres to health protocols and requires shoppers to wear face mask and face shield, and observe social distancing while inside the store. For a safer and more convenient shopping, shop online at http://shop.themetrostores.ph.

For more details and updates, visit the Metro Retail Group website at www.metroretail.com.ph, Facebook page at TheMetroStores, and Instagram <@themetrostores.ph>.

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Valentine’s Day is two days away and if you are still looking for gifts for all the ones you hold dear, consider The Metro Stores.

Metro has curated gift ideas that will surely express your love, adoration and appreciation to another (or yourself). From trinkets to iconic pieces, the Metro collection will surely impress everyone.

Romantic dresses and trendy accessories for girlfriend, sexy lingerie and pretty shoes for wife, timeless handbags for mom, perfume, blusher or any self-care favorites for kikay sis, woven polo for boyfriend, shorts and loafers for dad, sneakers for brother, and more choices for shirts, pants, belts and tie for the special men in your life —at a price point that won’t hurt your wallet.

If you’re up for a bigger splurge, it might be time for new sofa set, a refrigerator, dining set, mattress and pillow — Metro Home has high-quality options.

And finally, to sweeten your Valentine’s Day celebration, swing by the Metro Supermarket for its Super Sweet Deals where selected chocolates are at 14% off, some brands have Buy One Take One offer while some have Bundle Deals. Then there’s the Suisse Cottage Valentine’s cakes for less than P500.

A selection of liquor and wine is also available at a discount so go ahead grab a bottle or two to make your celebration more romantic.

Celebrate love in The Metro. Check out all the offerings here: https://www.themetrostores.ph/department-store/catalogs/

Special offers are also available online at http://shop.themetrostores.ph

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#InLoveWithMetro2021

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Covid-19 changed almost everything. For us, work schedule shifts to WFH setup, others lost their jobs. Kids shift to online learning style making them stuck at the laptop screens for a longer time. Staying home 24/7. Apprehensive to go outside for fear of contracting the virus. Experiencing cabin fever for being isolated from family and friends. Kids suffered the most, lonely and missing the outdoor activities knowing its their innate nature of being playful and sociable.

Looking for ways to cope the pandemic financially, physically and mentally is really challenging. So glad that a group of professionals in cooperation of government agencies is advocating for a Healthier Philippines.

The Bayanihan for WellBeing Initiative led by Unilab Foundation, Inc., is bringing us the first-ever Filipino Family WellBeing Virtual Conference February 12-13, 2021 with a theme “Pagsulong ng Pamilyang Pilipino sa Panahon ng Pagbabago” is set to addressing issues related to family wellbeing.

The 2-day conference will have three sessions that will be delving into different aspects of Filipino family wellbeing, raise awareness on its value and impact on the mental health of the family, which can hopefully build meaningful partnerships and cultivate a culture of family wellbeing promotion.

The focus areas include:

• AWARENESS-RAISING on the understanding and importance of ffamily wellbeing during
  the time of pandemic.
• BUILDING MEANINGFUL AND GAINFUL PARTNERSHIPS by gathering healthcare professional, counselors, teachers, parents/guardians, and other allied professions to share their knowledge and insights on how we can strengthen Filipino families in the time of pandemic.
• CULTIVATING A CULTURE OF FAMILY WELLBEING PROMOTION by advocating for family wellbeing as an essential element in mental health and psychosocial support in all levels of the society.

Challenges of the Filipino Family

In 2020, Filipino families went through various challenges brought about by the pandemic and natural calamities, creating drastic changes in family dynamics, such as financial and economic concerns. According to the Asian Development Bank (ADB), 73.5% of Filipino households had at least one member of the family experience job loss or workload reduction. This resulted to financial instability, with 85% of households experiencing financial difficulty during the pandemic.
In terms of psychological impact, a study entitled “Psychological impact of COVID-19 pandemic in the Philippines (Tee, 2020)” showed that a significant percentage, ranging from 13% to almost 17% of respondents have rated the psychological impact of the pandemic, its effects on depressive symptoms and anxiety levels to be moderate to severe. Meanwhile, the National Center for Mental Health (NCMH) noted a significant increase in monthly calls from 80 pre-lockdown to nearly 400 during the quarantine.
Meanwhile, among the unprecedented social concerns that surfaced during the lockdown is families worrying over their children’s education when schools shifted to online, remote, or distance learning. Children who would normally play outside are required to stay within their homes and adults who have shifted to working from home now had to balance household and career responsibilities, according to a 2020 report by the Humanitarian and Social Research Center (INSAMER).

Role of Family Wellbeing

Family wellbeing is central to addressing issues associated with these challenges. The National Center on Parent, Family, and Community Engagement (NCPFCE) defines family wellbeing simply as the “safety, health, and financial security of the whole family”, which encompasses both physical and mental health.
The vision of the Bayanihan for WellBeing (BWB) Initiative is for mental health and family wellbeing to be holistic, inclusive, and empowering, targeting particularly families in the Pantawid ng Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) to join the discussion. The BWB Collaborative is led by Unilab Foundation, Inc. through its Heads Up PH program with the support of the Philippine Psychiatric Association, Psychological Association of the Philippines, Philippine Guidance and Counseling Association, and Philippine Society for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
Executive Director of Unilab Foundation Lilibeth Aristorenas shared, “Months long after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, many Filipinos still experience the effects of social confinement, financial disruptions, and burdens of work-life integration. Amplified by different crises in the past year, these stressors continue to debilitate the youth, families, and communities from maximizing their daily life activities. “
“It is in uncertain times like this that mental health and wellbeing must be put at the forefront to address these stresses. Forming healthy familial relationships do not only help the youth cope with the effects of crises but are also essential helping them feel love and security, which impacts their brain development and sense of self and helps them grow up to become confident and resilient individuals,” added Aristorenas.

The Filipino Family WellBeing Conference is completely free and open to all from medical and health professionals and development workers to educators, parents, and the youth.

To join the event, you can register at bit.ly/FFWC2021RegForm and watch the livestream at the Bayanihan for WellBeing Facebook page at facebook.com/BayanihanForWellBeing.

Support

You can also support the event by donating a Bayanihan for WellBeing Resiliency Play Bag, which is composed of:
(1) Toys like sipa and kickball, which are intended to help children release tension;
(2) Cape and mask which they could design, allowing them to identify their strengths and make them feel like Superheroes; and
(3) Writing and coloring sheets to encourage their creativity and help them express their emotions.

For as little as Php250 / $5.00, you can help raise a resilient child by providing them with materials to help them express themselves and develop coping strategies. Donations can be done via bank deposit with the details below:

Unilab Foundation, Inc.
BPI Mandaluyong
Account number 0181-0489-72 (Swift code: BOPIPHM)

Please send a photo of your deposit slip to: headsup@unilabfoundation.org.
You may also donate via PayPal at healthierPH@unilabfoundation.org and send a screenshot of your transaction to headsup@unilabfoundation.org.

For suggestions and inquiries on the event including partnership and sponsorship opportunities, you may visit the Bayanihan for WellBeing Facebook page for more details.

You may also contact Camille Mendoza at 0917-867-4169 or Jefferson Hilario at 0917-326-2092.

Together, let’s build a mentally healthy Philippines, one family at a time.

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Lamoiyan Corporation, a leading manufacturer of personal hygiene and home care products in the country, has donated over one million worth of Lamoiyan products to Department of Education (DepEd) in Visayas and Mindanao as it celebrates the 5th year of Kilusang Kontra Kuto (Movement Against Head Lice) initiative.

In support of DepEd’s Basic Education Learning Continuity Plan amidst the pandemic, Lamoiyan Corporation distributed packs of Licealiz Head Lice Treatment Shampoo, Hapee Toothpaste, and Dazz Dishwashing Liquid to selected regions for distribution among the students.

Lamoiyan Corporation’s Licealiz Head Lice Treatment Shampoo initiated Kilusang Kontra Kuto (KKK) in 2016, a coalition that has been battling head lice infestation nationwide for a kuto-free Philippines. The campaign includes yearly nationwide shampoo activity in schools in its commitment to fight head lice infestation or pediculosis and eliminate the social stigma associated with it.

In light of the 5th year of this initiative, Lamoiyan Corporation’s Licealiz aimed to support DepEd’s Basic Education Learning Continuity Plan in the time of COVID-19 (BE-LCP). This is the department’s response to the challenges posed by COVID-19 which covers the most essential learning competencies, multiple learning delivery modalities for teachers, required health standards in schools, and more.

“We are grateful for DepEd for being very supportive of our KKK campaign. With our long-running partnership with them, we were able to visit several schools in Visayas and Mindanao, do shampooing activities among students, and share the correct way of combatting head lice since 2016,” said Lamoiyan Corporation Vice President for Marketing Bing Cavestany.
“Although students now are practicing distance learning and we temporarily cannot do our annual activities due to the COVID-19 crisis, Licealiz would like to consistently promote health and personal hygiene through our humble donation as children or even family members are still susceptible to head lice infestation no matter the circumstances, especially with many staying at home and in close quarters during the pandemic,” she added.

Aside from encouraging good oral hygiene, Lamoiyan is also advocating the correct way of treating head lice infestation, which is considered the second most common health problem of public school children after tooth decay.
Lamoiyan Corporation’s Licealiz Head Lice Treatment Shampoo effectively kills lice and nits after two weeks of use and prevents lice infestation from recurring. Its active ingredient, pyrethrin, a natural extract from chrysanthemum flowers, is clinically tested and proven safe and successful in killing lice and nits, while its conditioning formula keeps your kid’s hair soft, smooth and fragrant.

For more information on head lice prevention and other Lamoiyan products, log on to www.facebook.com/licealiz or visit www.lamoiyan.com.

Time to go shopping for the great deals in town!
This coming September 14 to 20, 2020, Metro is holding its Stock-Up and Save promo where all your coveted products will be offered at really big discounts.

LOW PRICE. BIG DISCOUNTS
It’s going to be a storewide shopping bonanza with products at low prices and big discounts so better get your shopping list ready. Enjoy up to 50% discount on your home essentials and other finds at the week-long Stock-Up and Save promo and watch out for more exclusive offers such as Buy One Take One, Bundled Deals and Double Points and freebies for Metro Rewards Club (MRC) members.
WARDROBE SHOPPING SPREE FOR LESS
Need a wardrobe update? This is the best time to go on a wardrobe shopping spree without spending so much. Score great discounts on stylish pieces, everyday pieces, workwear, shoes and accessories. Popular brands such as Jag, Lee, Macbeth, Freego, Wrangler, BUM, Crissa, Fubu, Bossini, and Hot Kiss are giving 20% discount. Even the little ones can top up their school wardrobe with great picks from Grizzly, Hammerhead Kids, Palomino, Bossini Kids, Garfield, Freego Kids, Oshkosh, and Byloz.
There’s a ton of choices for every family member so everyone can look their best everyday.
AMAZING OFFERS AND DEALS
On top of all the discounts there are special offers up for grabs. For every single-receipt purchase of P3,000 in Supermarket or P1,500 in Department Store or General Merchandise, shoppers can buy any of the specially priced items: Backpack 17” (P99), Hummer Shoe Rack 3-Tier (P175), Hummer Garment Rack (P575), Nikon Stand Fan 16” (P887), and Tough Mama Rice Cooker 5 Cups (P639). A maximum of 3 redemptions is allowed for purchases P4,500 and above.

PERKS AND TREATS FOR MRC MEMBERS
Exclusive perks and treats await members of MRC and MBC at the 7-day Stock-Up and Save. They earn double points throughout the event and receive freebies for Supermarket purchases on September 14-20. MRC members with a single-receipt, cash or credit purchase of participating items worth P3,500 will get any of these: free 3kg of Golden Crop Rice, 1 liter of West Coast Canola Oil or 1 kg Chicken Leg Quarter. For P1,500 purchase, MRC members get a liter of Savers Select Dishwashing Liquid, 6pcs Lucky Me Pancit Canton, 1L West Coast Vegetable Oil, 1.5L Coke/Sprite/Royal or 12pcs Creamsilk. MBC members with P5,000 purchase are also entitled to these perks and treats.

Whatever you are hoping to find a deal on, trust Metro to have one for you. Head on to the nearest Metro store, avail of amazing offers in the Stock-Up and Save extravaganza and have a worry-free and satisfying shopping experience!

For more updates, check out the Metro Retail Group website at ‪www.metroretail.com.ph‬, Facebook page at ‪facebook.com/TheMetroStores‬, and Instagram @themetrostores.ph.

When the corona virus forced people to hole up at home, majority of them have turned to online options for buying items and other necessities. Like me, I turn to buying essentials thru online as I consider it the safer option. Yet in some cases I can only avail limited goods since not all goods are within reach being located outside the city.

Good thing, the Metro Retail Group also rise to the occasion by offering online shopping with pick-up and delivery options to fully serve its shoppers in an easier and safer way through the Metro online shopping portal, http://shop.themetrostores.ph/

In Metro’s online shopping portal, one can shop for home essentials, fresh finds and score good deals from the comfort of their home and pick up the goods at the nearest Metro store or have it delivered by Grab, Lalamove, or any third party agent. Additionally, they offer a contactless transaction wherein shopper can pay online using Mastercard, Visa, JCB, PayMaya and GCash. Truly convenient!

“We’re here to give our shoppers options for a more convenient, safer shopping experience during the public health crisis,” Metro said in statement posted in social media.

Metro offers a great selection of merchandise, groceries and fresh produce handled and prepared in line with international safety standards. With its new contactless shopping service buying these necessities will never be a problem.

The Metro online shopping service is initially available in:
– Metro Market!Market! in Taguig,
– Metro Ayala Center Cebu, and
– Metro Pacific Mall Mandaue.

Skip the line. Check The Metro Store site.