RTWPB IV-A Calabarzon

05/05/2026

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞: 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 200 𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗮 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱𝘀 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗥𝗶𝘇𝗮𝗹.

More than 200 employees of Ponderosa Leather Goods participated in a Productivity 101 Orientation aimed at helping improve work efficiency, teamwork, and overall productivity on 04 May 2026 at the Ponderosa Building in Antipolo City, Province of Rizal.

The activity was facilitated by Mr. Gener C. Rivera, Information Technology Officer I and Head Trainer for Productivity of RTWPB IVA. Participants included both management staff and glove sewers from different production lines, showing the company’s strong commitment to developing all its employees.

During the orientation, employees learned about the important role of management in guiding daily operations, as well as how workers can contribute by being more efficient, disciplined, and cooperative. Mr. Rivera explained that when management and employees work well together, it leads to better product quality, happier customers, and lower costs.

Through this initiative, Ponderosa Leather Goods continues to encourage a culture where employees take responsibility, work productively, and support one another across all levels of the organization.


&Quality

01/05/2026

01/05/2026

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞: 𝗥𝗧𝗪𝗣𝗕 𝗜𝗩 𝗔 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 124𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝘇𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘂𝗺 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗮 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝘆 1, 2026.

Today, we take a moment to recognize the people behind every workplace, the Filipino workers whose dedication, perseverance, and hard work continue to move our communities and our country forward.

As we celebrate, RTWPB IV A remains committed to its role in promoting fair and balanced minimum wage policies. We understand that wages are more than just numbers. They help provide for families, support daily needs, and shape the quality of life of every worker. That is why we continue to work toward wage decisions that are responsive to the realities faced by workers, while also supporting businesses to grow and create more opportunities.

This Labor Day, we stand in solidarity with all workers and reaffirm our commitment to decent work, dignity, and fairness. Together, let us continue building a future where every worker feels valued, supported, and empowered.

01/05/2026

🚩 𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡!

Nagsimula na ang Labor Day Job Fair sa CALABARZON! 💼

Mahigit 10,000 job opportunities ang naghihintay para sa inyo ngayong araw sa Jose Rizal Coliseum, Calamba City—mula sa iba’t ibang industriya at kumpanya.

Kasabay ng pagdiriwang ng Araw ng Paggawa na may temang “Disenteng Trabaho para sa Lahat, Sulong sa Masiglang Ekonomiya,” patuloy nating inilalapit ang oportunidad at serbisyo sa bawat manggagawang Pilipino.

Nandito na ang pagkakataon para makahanap ng trabaho, makapagsimula muli, at makapagbigay ng mas maayos na kinabukasan para sa pamilya.

Huwag palampasin—tara na at mag-apply! ✨

01/05/2026

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 | Labor Advisory No. 12, series of 2025 – Payment of Wages for the Regular Holiday on 01 May 2026 (Labor Day)

In observance of Labor Day, a regular holiday, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) reminds all employers to comply with Holliday pay rules.

For employees, this ensures that they are properly compensated during holiday, entitling them to receive 100% of their daily wage even if they do not report for work, provided they are present or on approved leave with pay on the workday immediately preceding the holiday. Those who report to work on holiday are entitled to 200% of their regular daily wage.

01/05/2026

Maligayang Araw ng Paggawa!

Sama-sama nating kilalanin ang sipag, dedikasyon, at mahalagang ambag ng bawat manggagawang Pilipino sa pag-unlad ng ating bansa. Patuloy nating isulong ang kanilang mga karapatan para sa disenteng trabaho, tungo sa isang mas produktibo at progresibong Bagong Pilipinas.

28/04/2026

NATIONWIDE LABOR DAY JOB FAIRS

Sa pagdiriwang ng ika-124 anibersaryo ng Araw ng Paggawa, libo-libong oportunidad sa trabaho ang hatid ng DOLE sa iba’t ibang panig ng bansa!
Huwag palampasin ang pagkakataong makahanap ng trabaho—makiisa at makilahok sa Nationwide Labor Day Job Fairs!

22/04/2026

𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞: 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 80 𝗗𝗧𝗜-𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗦𝗠𝗘𝘀 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗼 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝘄𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗯𝗮𝘀 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆

More than 80 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Quezon Province took part in a learning session focused on improving service quality, strengthening customer relationships, and promoting fair and productivity-based compensation. The training was held at St. Jude Cooperative Hotel and Event Center in Tayabas City on April 20, 2026.

The activity, in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Quezon, helped small businesses learn how to serve customers better, build stronger relationships.

DTI Quezon Provincial Director Julieta L. Tadiosa delivered the opening message, emphasizing the importance of continuous improvement in service delivery and workforce productivity to remain competitive in a dynamic market environment.

The morning session was facilitated by Mr. Gener C. Rivera, Information Technology Officer I and Head Trainer for Productivity, who discussed service quality and customer advocacy. He highlighted that delivering consistent and excellent service is key to gaining customer trust and sustaining business growth.

In the afternoon, participants were introduced to ISTIV values and how these can be applied in the workplace to promote discipline, efficiency, and a positive work culture.

Mr. Edgardo A. Avila Jr., Labor and Employment Officer III and Productivity Trainer of RTWPB IV-A, also shared insights on wages and incentives. He explained how productivity-based incentive schemes can help motivate employees, improve overall performance, and ensure fair compensation.

DTI Quezon reiterated its commitment to supporting MSMEs through capacity-building initiatives that enhance productivity, promote decent work practices, and drive sustainable business growth.

Photo 📸: DTI Quezon Province

20/04/2026

𝗗𝗢𝗟𝗘: 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗰𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

Following the completion of the 2025-2026 minimum wage review cycle, the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) and the National Wages and Productivity Commission (NWPC) are preparing for the next round of wage review cycle beginning May 2026 in the National Capital Region.

Concerns related to the Middle East situation, its effects on prices of basic commodities and its impact on wages, shall be taken into consideration during the next minimum wage review cycle, consistent with the rules on minimum wage review process. The NWPC and RTWPBs are also closely monitoring the socioeconomic conditions in their respective regions.
This follows the standing directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. for a timely review of regional minimum wage rates to reduce economic uncertainty and foster a stronger link between productivity and fair pay, ensuring that wage growth remains balanced with business viability.

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: https://nwpc.dole.gov.ph/dole-indicative-wage-review.../

20/04/2026

HAPPENING NOW: RTWPB CALABARZON, DTI Quezon Hold “Usapang 2Ps” Year 2 Training

April 20, 2026 – The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board (RTWPB) IV-A CALABARZON, in partnership with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) – Quezon, is currently conducting USAPANG 2Ps (Usapang Pasahod at Productivity) Year 2: “Service Quality cm Wages and Incentives Training” at St. Jude Cooperative Hotel and Event Center, Barangay Isabang, Tayabas City.

The activity aims to enhance service quality, productivity, and awareness of proper wage and incentive systems among participating enterprises in the province.
DTI Quezon Provincial Director Julieta L. Tadiosa delivers the opening message, while Business Development Division Chief Anna Marie V. Quincina presents the activity briefer and DTI programs through an audio-visual presentation.

The morning session is being facilitated by Mr. Gener C. Rivera, Information Technology Officer I and Head Trainer for Productivity, focusing on service quality and building customer advocacy. The afternoon session will continue with discussions on ISTIV values and their application. Mr. Edgardo A. Avila Jr., Labor and Employment Officer III and Productivity Trainer of RTWPB IV-A, will also discuss key concepts on wages and incentives through productivity-based incentive schemes.
The activity forms part of the ongoing efforts of DTI Quezon and RTWPB CALABARZON to support enterprises by strengthening their operational efficiency and promoting responsible business practices.

20/04/2026

𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗖 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗥𝗬

Please be informed that pursuant to Proclamation No. 1218 declaring Tuesday, 21 April 2026 as a Special (Non-Working) Day in the City of Calamba, Province of Laguna, in celebration of its 25th Cityhood Anniversary, office operations will be suspended on the said date.

Regular office operations will resume on Wednesday, 22 April 2026.

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Thank you.