PCG Vancouver joins the launch of Jesse the Dragosaur at Surrey Public Library

Philippine Consulate General in Vancouver, Canada

21 JULY 2025, SURREY, B.C. PCG Vancouver joined the launch of Mr.

Danvic Briones’ book at the Surrey Public Library – City Centre Branch last 19 July 2025.

Also in attendance at the event were Mayor Brenda Locke of the City of Surrey, members of the Surrey Public Libraries Board, and friends from the Filipino community.

In his remarks, Vice Consul Harder expressed his delight at the story’s oceanic setting and drew parallels between the myriad of characters in Jesse the Dragosaur and Philippines’ maritime diversity. He also spoke of how the story’s theme of pride in one’s identity is relevant to Filipino kids and adults alike.

The Philippine Consulate General in Vancouver continues to engage Filipinos and Filipino-Canadians across its jurisdiction. The city of Surrey in British Columbia is home to more than 35,000 Filipinos and Filipino-Canadians, making it one of the most visible communities in the city.

Ms. Rhea Santos of OMNI TV (left) and author Danvic Briones (right) during the open forum segment of Jesse the Dragosaur’s launch at the Surrey Public Library – City Centre Branch. (Photo by PCG Vancouver)

Her Worship Brenda Locke, Mayor of the City of Surrey (left) and Vice Consul Marco Harder (right) delivering their remarks at the launch of Danvic Briones’ Jesse the Dragosaur at the Surrey Public Library – City Centre Branch. (Photo by PCG Vancouver)

A sampling of artworks by Jesse the Dragosaur author and illustrator Danvic Briones at the Surrey Public Library. (Photo by PCG Vancouver)