Negosyo Center La Union : Santol - LGU

24/08/2026

𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧! 🌈

As part of the celebration of Philippine Creative Industries Month, DTI La Union invites you to join the LAING LA UNION LOGO MAKING CONTEST! 🖌️🎨

This is your chance to create a logo that captures the creative spirit, rich culture, heritage, colors, and identity of La Union—and become part of the visual identity of Laing La Union! 💛💙💚

Let your imagination tell the story of a province where creativity, culture, and innovation come together. ✨

Submit your entries through this link: https://forms.gle/T3FXzPmRCEqV3pfJ7

20/08/2026

LOOK | Launching of the Negosyo Center San Gabriel, La Union

The Department of Trade and Industry – La Union Provincial Office, in partnership with the Local Government Unit of San Gabriel, successfully conducted the Launching and Ceremonial Signing of the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) for Negosyo Center San Gabriel, marking another significant milestone in bringing business development services closer to local entrepreneurs and MSMEs in the municipality.

The activity highlighted the shared commitment of Victoria A. Ordoño, Acting Provincial Director of DTI La Union; Merlie D. Membrebe, Regional Director of DTI Region 1; and Hon. Lany B. Carbonell, Municipal Mayor of San Gabriel, to strengthen the partnership between DTI and the LGU in providing accessible, responsive, and relevant services to entrepreneurs and MSMEs.

The activity was further enriched by the inspirational message delivered by Mr. Denver B. Badua, representative from the Office of the Governor, Provincial Government of La Union, who emphasized the importance of supporting entrepreneurship, empowering local communities, and creating opportunities that contribute to inclusive economic growth.

Echoing the voice of the local business community, Divina Marie Serrano, President of the Market Vendors Association, shared the Community Response, expressing the hopes and appreciation of local entrepreneurs for the establishment of the Negosyo Center in San Gabriel.

The ceremonial signing of the MOA was followed by the ceremonial ribbon-cutting, led by Hon. Francisco Paolo Ortega, Representative of the 1st District of La Union, together with Board Member Aaron Pinzon, Board Member Gerard Ostrea, representatives from the LGU of San Gabriel, and DTI Region 1, officially marking the opening of Negosyo Center San Gabriel as a venue for opportunity, learning, business assistance, and growth for aspiring and existing entrepreneurs.

The establishment of Negosyo Center San Gabriel is a testament to the strong partnership and collective commitment of the national and local government, stakeholders, and the business community in fostering entrepreneurship and strengthening MSME development.

30/07/2026

28/07/2026

𝐀𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐞 𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐨𝐥𝐚 𝐌𝐨?
A series of online Information Education Campaign by DTI La Union on various Mandatory Products to promote consumer safety and awareness on the Philippine Standard (PS) and Import Commodity Clearance (ICC) Stickers.

𝐖𝐀𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐌𝐀𝐂𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒, 𝐃𝐀𝐏𝐀𝐓 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐅𝐈𝐄𝐃 𝐘𝐀𝐍!

𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞:
Portable microwave ovens with rated voltage up to 250 V AC.

💡𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐓𝐢𝐩𝐬: Siguraduhing may PS Mark o ICC Sticker ang binibiling kagamitan na saklaw ng mandatory certification upang matiyak ang kaligtasan ng bawat konsyumer.

𝐁𝐀𝐆𝐎 𝐁𝐔𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐈, 𝐒𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐌𝐀𝐁𝐔𝐓𝐈!

28/07/2026

On July 27, 2026, the Municipality of Bagulin took a significant step toward economic empowerment and community transformation with the official launching of its Negosyo Center (NC) at the Municipal Hall, Bagulin, La Union. This landmark initiative signals a new era of opportunity for local entrepreneurs and MSMEs, positioning Bagulin as a hub of innovation and enterprise in La Union.

The ceremony opened with heartfelt acknowledgments and warm welcome remarks from Vice Mayor Jaime A. Lictao. In her commitment message, Acting Provincial Director Victoria A. Ordoño highlighted the NC’s role as a catalyst for inclusive growth and reaffirmed the Department of Trade and Industry’s dedication to nurturing MSMEs, while Regional Director Merlie D. Membrere underscored the transformative power of entrepreneurship in uplifting communities and driving regional development. Echoing this vision, Mayor Virgilio C. Flor emphasized Bagulin’s readiness to embrace progress and strengthen its economic foundations.

The Ceremonial Signing of the Memorandum of Agreement formalized the partnership between government and community, symbolizing unity in purpose. Representing the local business sector, Mr. Lapicto P. Bugtong, President of the Bagulin Community Ginger Farmers Association (BCGFA), delivered a stirring community response, expressing optimism that the Negosyo Center will open doors for farmers, small businesses, and aspiring entrepreneurs alike.

The program culminated in the Ceremonial Ribbon Cutting and photo opportunities, capturing the spirit of collaboration and hope. Guided seamlessly by master of ceremonies Ms. Francis Ian S. Estrada, the launch embodied the collective vision of Bagulin: a community empowered, resilient, and ready to thrive.

27/07/2026

𝑫𝑻𝑰 𝑳𝒂 𝑼𝒏𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑺𝒖𝒑𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒔 𝑺𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒐𝒍 𝒊‑𝑳𝑬𝑨𝑫 𝑰𝑻 𝑯𝒖𝒃 𝑰𝒏𝒂𝒖𝒈𝒖𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏

The Department of Trade and Industry – La Union joined the inauguration and blessing of the Santol Innovative Leadership for Equitable and Accessible Democracy (i‑LEAD) Information Technology Hub on July 9, 2026, at the LGU Santol, La Union. This milestone marks another step in La Union’s digital transformation journey.

The i‑LEAD IT Hub will serve as a center for ICT, enabling LGU employees and constituents to access digital tools, online services, and information resources.

Santol now joins Sudipen as one of the pioneering LGUs in La Union to establish an i‑LEAD IT Hub under the Catalyste+ program, in partnership with eGovernance for Institutions Inc. and funded by Global Affairs Canada.