Category: livelihood

Cashew processing facility opens new livelihood opportunities for Bagac farmers in Bataan

By Rick P. Quiambao | May 19, 2026 BALANGA CITY (PIA) — The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has strengthened livelihood opportunities for a forest-dependent farmers’ group in Bagac, Bataan through the turnover of a cashew processing facility under its Community-Based Forest Management (CBFM) program. This initiative forms part of the national government’s… Read More Cashew processing facility opens new livelihood opportunities for Bagac farmers in Bataan

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SM JOB FAIR EMPOWERS JOBSEEKERS ON LABOR DAY

AS the nation observed the 124th Labor Day celebration, SM City Olongapo Central, in partnership with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and the Public Employment Service Office (PESO) hosted a Labor Day Job Fair, providing immediate employment opportunities to residents of Olongapo, Zambales and nearby provinces. The fair brought together 36 employers from… Read More SM JOB FAIR EMPOWERS JOBSEEKERS ON LABOR DAY

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Job fair brings new hope, strengthens reintegration efforts for OFWs

By Marie Joy S. Carbungco | April 27, 2026 CITY OF SAN FERNANDO, Pampanga — For many job seekers and returning overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), the Regional Reintegration Network (RRN) Fair held at SM City Pampanga offered more than employment opportunities. More importantly, it provided renewed hope and clearer pathways toward stable livelihoods. A total of… Read More Job fair brings new hope, strengthens reintegration efforts for OFWs

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SM Supermalls opens door to jobs, skills, and new beginnings this Labor Day

AS Filipinos continue to navigate a challenging job landscape, the search for meaningful and stable work remains a daily reality for many. Across all most-loved SM Supermalls nationwide, job fairs are held year-round—continuously providing accessible employment opportunities within local communities. This Labor Day season, the initiative takes on greater significance. In observance of Araw ng… Read More SM Supermalls opens door to jobs, skills, and new beginnings this Labor Day

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BFAR holds fish smoking training in Nueva Ecija town

By Maria Caroline A. Lopez | March 19, 2026 NAMPICUAN, Nueva Ecija (PIA) — The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) capacitated about 15 farmers and fisherfolks in Nampicuan, Nueva Ecija on the proper fish smoking techniques to boost their skills and provide additional livelihood opportunities. Attendees were members of the Samahan ng Mangingisda… Read More BFAR holds fish smoking training in Nueva Ecija town

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Services sector bulks up Subic workforce to 172,226

By HENRY EMPEÑO | March 4, 2026 SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — The services sector remains to be the dominant force here in the Subic Bay Freeport, registering a strong 67.70 percent presence among the 172,226 workers recorded as of January this year. According to the Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA), the Subic workforce continued to… Read More Services sector bulks up Subic workforce to 172,226

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Zambales gov’t procures 2 ‘payao’ boats for fisherfolk

By E.H. EDEJER | January 25, 2026 IBA, Zambales — The Zambales provincial government has delivered on its promise to provide modern vessels to local fishermen to help them cope with the increasing hazards of eking out livelihood in the West Philippine Sea (WPS) amid bullying by the Chinese militia. Last Friday, January 23, Governor… Read More Zambales gov’t procures 2 ‘payao’ boats for fisherfolk

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SEC exempts micro enterprises from submitting audited FS

MICRO enterprises are now exempt from the submission of audited financial statements as part of their reportorial requirements, as the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) moves to streamline compliance and reduce regulatory burdens for small companies. The Commission on January 20 issued Memorandum Circular No. 4, Series of 2026, providing the Amendments to the Application… Read More SEC exempts micro enterprises from submitting audited FS

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SEC extends registration, filing fee discounts for MSMEs

THE Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has extended the discounted rates for certain transactions of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), giving them more time to register and fund the growth of their businesses at a lower cost. The Commission on January 9 issued SEC Memorandum Circular No. 2, Series of 2026, aimed at Further… Read More SEC extends registration, filing fee discounts for MSMEs

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DOLE Zambales supports community livelihood with P4-M assistance

By Reia G. Pabelonia | January 6, 2026 IBA, Zambales (PIA) — The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) provided P4 million worth of livelihood packages to three organized groups in Zambales.  This is part of the government’s efforts to support community-based enterprises and help organized groups develop sustainable sources of income suited to their local conditions… Read More DOLE Zambales supports community livelihood with P4-M assistance

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