BAGUIO CITY – The Baguio Tourism Council (BTC) stands in solidarity with the city and its residents as Baguio celebrates its 115th year as a chartered city.

“We share in the pride of Baguio’s noble achievements, accomplished through the dedication of successive leaders from 1909 to 2024,” stated Gladys Vergara, chairperson of the Baguio Tourism Council.

Vergara joined city officials, including Mayor Benjie Magalong, Vice Mayor Faustino Olowan, city councilors, department and division heads, and barangay officials, in commemorating Baguio Day.

The celebration was marked by a series of events. The highlight was the awarding of the 2022 Outstanding Citizens of Baguio. Other events included early morning fishing competitions at Burnham Park, the official program at the Baguio Convention and Cultural Center, a multi-sectoral community parade along Session Road to Melvin Jones at Burnham Park, the Baguio Country Fair, and the Sunday showcase at Session Road, among others.

“This is the story of Baguio—one that we have all written together as a unified community,” Vergara remarked, highlighting the resilient spirit that binds Baguio’s residents into a strong, cohesive family.

The BTC, a public-private partnership of stakeholders, is dedicated to advancing tourism for the benefit of the entire city. “We are committed to opening new tourism frontiers, spreading the benefits of development, and ensuring that the anticipated economic growth and social cohesion from intensified tourism activities are shared equitably,” Vergara emphasized.

She also commended the planning and execution of Baguio Day events, attributing their success to the robust multi-sectoral collaboration.