The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII took part in the Ceremonial Signing of the Memorandum of Agreement for the 2025 Government Internship Program (GIP) on March 17, 2025 at the Watergate Hotel in Butuan City. The event was conducted by the Department of Labor and Employment Caraga Regional Office.  During the program, DOLE Caraga Assistant Regional Director Raymond Fel F. Sajor delivered the Welcome Remarks.  A Message of Support was also given by Department of Trade and Industry Caraga Regional Director Gay A. Tidalgo. An update highlighting the growing number of GIP partners was presented to the stakeholders. It was followed by the GIP Orientation for 2025 Implementation. The event underscored the commitment of DOLE, local government agencies and stakeholders to the continued success of the GIP and its aim to provide meaningful opportunities for young individuals in the region. By: MARIE PENNELOPE E. FANGAdministrative Officer IV

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII, in collaboration with Caraga Regional Hospital (CRH), successfully conducted the Training on Standard First Aid, Basic Life Support and the Proper Use of Automated External Defibrillators on March 3-7, 2025 at Café Virginia in Surigao City. The training aimed to equip participants with essential life-saving skills and emergency response techniques. A select number of employees participated in the training.  Led by Dr. Glenn Afred Norris D. Baban, MD, EMT-B, and a team of highly skilled medical professionals, the program provided both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience to enhance workplace safety and community preparedness. On Day 1, the overview of the course and house rules were given and expectation setting was carried out. To gauge the participants’ initial understanding, a pre-test on Basic Life Support was conducted before the first set of lectures was given. The discussions covered key topics such as continue reading : MGB ROXIII conducts Training on Standard First Aid, Basic Life Support and Proper Use of Automated External Defibrillators

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII attended the Orientation cum Consultation Workshop on the Creation of DENR-EMB-MGB Caraga Integrated IEC Action Plan for CY 2025 on February 27, 2025 at the DENR Regional Learning Center in Ambago, Butuan City. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources Regional Office No. XIII, through its Regional Strategic Communication and Initiatives Group, conducted the said activity.  It was attended by Information Officers, Youth Desk Officers and their alternates from DENR, Environmental Management Bureau, Mines and Geosciences Bureau, Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Offices and Community Environment and Natural Resources Offices in Caraga Region. The activity was designed with the following key objectives in mind: Develop a comprehensive roadmap for the successful implementation of the Department’s Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) initiatives, aligned with the strategic priorities of Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga for Caraga Region; Ensure the adoption of effective, sustainable continue reading : 2025 DENR-EMB-MGB Caraga Integrated IEC Action Plan: Transforming communication strategies for greater impact

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII took part in the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the Caraga Regional Science High School’s new covered court named the Summit Dome on February 26, 2025 at the Caraga Regional Science High School Campus in Surigao City. This project is a partnership between Taganito HPAL Nickel Corporation (THPAL) and the Provincial Government of Surigao del Norte. It is part of THPAL’s Social Development and Management Program for the years 2024 and 2025. The school’s original covered court was completely damaged by Super Typhoon Odette in 2021. After nearly four years of patiently awaiting financial support, Caraga Regional Science High School was granted assistance from THPAL to address this priority need. This new facility is not just a covered court; it is a significant contribution toward achieving United Nations Sustainable Development Goal No. 4, which aims to ensure inclusive and equitable continue reading : MGB ROXIII takes part in CRSHS Summit Dome groundbreaking ceremony

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII attended the Orientation cum Consultation Workshop on the Creation of DENR-EMB-MGB Caraga Integrated IEC Action Plan for CY 2025 on February 27, 2025 at the DENR Regional Learning Center in Ambago, Butuan City. The Department of Environment and Natural Resources Regional Office No. XIII, through its Regional Strategic Communication and Initiatives Group, conducted the said activity.  It was attended by Information Officers, Youth Desk Officers and their alternates from DENR, Environmental Management Bureau, Mines and Geosciences Bureau, Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Offices and Community Environment and Natural Resources Offices in Caraga Region. The activity was designed with the following key objectives in mind: Develop a comprehensive roadmap for the successful implementation of the Department’s Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) initiatives, aligned with the strategic priorities of Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga for Caraga Region; Ensure the adoption of effective, sustainable continue reading : 2025 DENR-EMB-MGB Caraga Integrated IEC Action Plan: Transforming communication strategies for greater impact

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII took part in the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the Caraga Regional Science High School’s new covered court named the Summit Dome on February 26, 2025 at the Caraga Regional Science High School Campus in Surigao City. This project is a partnership between Taganito HPAL Nickel Corporation (THPAL) and the Provincial Government of Surigao del Norte. It is part of THPAL’s Social Development and Management Program for the years 2024 and 2025. The school’s original covered court was completely damaged by Super Typhoon Odette in 2021. After nearly four years of patiently awaiting financial support, Caraga Regional Science High School was granted assistance from THPAL to address this priority need. This new facility is not just a covered court; it is a significant contribution toward achieving United Nations Sustainable Development Goal No. 4, which aims to ensure inclusive and equitable continue reading : MGB ROXIII takes part in CRSHS Summit Dome groundbreaking ceremony

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII took part in the Ceremonial Signing of the Memorandum of Agreement for the 2025 Government Internship Program (GIP) on March 17, 2025 at the Watergate Hotel in Butuan City. The event was conducted by the Department of Labor and Employment Caraga Regional Office.  During the program, DOLE Caraga Assistant Regional Director Raymond Fel F. Sajor delivered the Welcome Remarks.  A Message of Support was also given by Department of Trade and Industry Caraga Regional Director Gay A. Tidalgo. An update highlighting the growing number of GIP partners was presented to the stakeholders. It was followed by the GIP Orientation for 2025 Implementation. The event underscored the commitment of DOLE, local government agencies and stakeholders to the continued success of the GIP and its aim to provide meaningful opportunities for young individuals in the region. By: MARIE PENNELOPE E. FANGAdministrative Officer IV

The Mines and Geosciences Bureau Regional Office No. XIII, in collaboration with Caraga Regional Hospital (CRH), successfully conducted the Training on Standard First Aid, Basic Life Support and the Proper Use of Automated External Defibrillators on March 3-7, 2025 at Café Virginia in Surigao City. The training aimed to equip participants with essential life-saving skills and emergency response techniques. A select number of employees participated in the training.  Led by Dr. Glenn Afred Norris D. Baban, MD, EMT-B, and a team of highly skilled medical professionals, the program provided both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience to enhance workplace safety and community preparedness. On Day 1, the overview of the course and house rules were given and expectation setting was carried out. To gauge the participants’ initial understanding, a pre-test on Basic Life Support was conducted before the first set of lectures was given. The discussions covered key topics such as continue reading : MGB ROXIII conducts Training on Standard First Aid, Basic Life Support and Proper Use of Automated External Defibrillators