On Saturday, Vancouver’s Lapu Lapu festival aimed at celebrating Filipino heritage abruptly transformed into chaos as an SUV plowed through the crowd, leading to heartbreaking scenes of sorrow and devastation. Attendees were left in shock, grappling with mixed emotions of anger and grief. R. J. Aquino, chairman of Filipino B.C., expressed feelings of confusion and sorrow during a vigil attended by hundreds the following night. Festival-goers like Roger Peralta and Bjorn Villarreal recounted their horrifying experiences, witnessing the aftermath of the chaotic event. As both men reflect on the incident, they emphasize the resilient spirit of the Filipino community, embodied in the concept of "Bayanihan," which fosters unity among Filipinos. Premier David Eby acknowledged the significant contributions of the Filipino community in British Columbia, vowing to support them in these trying times. Despite the tragedy, hope shines through as the community comes together to heal and honor those lost.