Filipino and English are both official languages and English is commonly used by the government. There are over 120 languages spoken in the Philippines. Filipino, the standardized form of Tagalog, is the national language and used in formal education throughout the country. Filipino Sign Language is the official sign language.

Source: https://translatorswithoutborders.org/language-data-for-the-philippines/

Clark, Pampanga in mid-November is typically hot and humid, with daytime highs around 30–31 °C, nighttime lows near 22–23 °C, and a moderate chance of rain.

Practical Tips for Delegates

• Clothing: Lightweight, breathable fabrics (linen, cotton). A light jacket or umbrella for rain.

• Hydration: Carry water regularly — humidity can be draining.

• Footwear: Comfortable shoes suitable for both conference venues and occasional wet conditions.

• Health & Comfort: Sunscreen and insect repellent recommended for outdoor activities.

The Philippines is in Philippine Standard Time (PHST), which is UTC+8 and does not observe daylight saving time. Canada spans six primary time zones, so the time difference between Clark, Pampanga and Canada varies depending on the province.

Stuart Knott will be designing several National attires for purchase. More information to come. Below is the standard JCI dress code:

National dress, dark business suits or tuxedos, cocktail or evening dresses are appropriate for:

• Opening Ceremony 

• Awards Ceremony 

• JCI Presidential Inauguration and Farewell Gala

Business suits or national dress are appropriate for:

• General Assembly Sessions 

• JCI Official Courses, forums and workshops 

• JCI Programs

Casual dress is appropriate for:

• National Parties 

• Global Village 

• Community Outreach Project

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Here are the most useful official and trusted tourism websites for the Philippines and Clark, Pampanga that you can include on your conference webpage. These will give delegates reliable information about destinations, activities, and travel planning.

• Government of Canada Travel Advisory: https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/philippines 

National Tourism Resources

• Department of Tourism – Corporate Site: tourism.gov.ph – Official government portal with news, accreditations, and tourism programs

• Visit Philippines: visitphilippines.ph – Destination highlights, activities, and travel packages across the country

• Love Philippines Travel Guide: philippines.travel – Comprehensive guide with itineraries, accredited hotels, and cultural insights

• Philippine Department of Tourism (Global): philippinetourism.co – International-facing site with trip planning tools and destination features

• Tourism Philippines (Australia & New Zealand): tourismphilippines.com.au – Regional DOT site with curated “Where to Go” and “Things to Do” sections

Clark, Pampanga Tourism Resources

• Guide to the Philippines – Clark Pampanga: Top Clark Pampanga Tourist Spots – Curated list of attractions including Aqua Planet, Dinosaur Island, and heritage sites

• Kapampangan Traveller – Visit Clark: kapampangantraveller.com – Local travel blog with cultural, historical, and leisure destinations

• World Pinoy Flights Blog: Top Things to Do in Clark Pampanga – Updated 2025 guide with nature, thrill, and cultural experiences

• Detourista Travel Guide: Clark Attractions – Practical list of things to do in Clark and Pampanga

• Wander Era – Clark Pampanga Tourist Spots: wanderera.com – Overview of Clark’s transformation from US Airbase to modern hub with attractions