DTI La Union

DTI Backs Inauguration of Sudipen i-LEAD IT Hub

The Department of Trade and Industry – La Union supported the inauguration and blessing of the Sudipen Innovative Leadership for Equitable and Accessible Democracy (i-LEAD) Information Technology (IT) Hub on May 28, 2026 at the Ground Floor of the Sudipen Legislative Building. This marked a significant milestone in the municipality’s digital transformation journey. The launching was led by Mayor Wendy Joy A. Dengayan while the blessing ceremony was officiated by Rev. Victor Dagacan. It was attended by municipal officials, employees, partner institutions, and agencies.

Among the partakers present were the Catalyste+ i-LEAD Project team led by Sir Mateo G. Navalta, Sir Erwin L. Altamarino, and Sir Albert Emmanuel S. Permalino. Also in attendance were Dr. Angelina T. Gonzales, Dr. Bernardo D. Lamadrid, and Dr. Sheena S. Guillen from the Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University. The Department of Trade and Industry Regional and Provincial Offices were represented by Ms. Michelle M. Villanueva and Ms. Michelle M. De Jesus, respectively.

During the opening program, the IT Hub officers presented the digital programs, activities, and services offered through the facility. The IT Hub will serve as a center for Information and Communications Technology, enabling Local Government Unit (LGU) employees and constituents to access digital tools, online services and information resources.

A key initiative highlighted during the event was the IT Hub’s support for Business One-Stop Shop operations from January to February 2027. This aims to make business-related transactions more efficient and accessible to the public.

The Municipality of Sudipen proudly holds the distinction of being the first municipality in La Union and the first LGU in Region 1 to establish an i-LEAD IT Hub. It is also the ninth LGU in the Philippines to inaugurate such facility under the Catalyste+ in partnership with eGovernance for Institutions Inc. and funded by Global Affairs Canada.

Indeed, the IT Hub symbolizes a shared commitment to building a more connected and empowered community.

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📣 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐊 𝐄𝐒𝐊𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐀 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐊𝐖𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐎 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐕𝐀𝐍 📚✏️

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) La Union warmly invites all parents, students, teachers, and consumers to join the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐁𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐊 𝐄𝐒𝐊𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐀 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐊𝐖𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐎 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐕𝐀𝐍!

Avail of affordable grocery items, school supplies, and other school-related merchandises at discounted prices from participating distributors and local MSMEs.

This activity aims to provide consumers with reasonably priced, quality products in preparation for the opening of classes on June 8, 2026. Products available include Basic Necessities and Prime Commodities (BNPCs), school supplies, school-related merchandise, and locally made products.

📍 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐕𝐀𝐍 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐃𝐔𝐋𝐄

🗓️ June 1, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 Bacnotan National High School, Poblacion, Bacnotan, La Union

🗓️ June 2, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 Sinapangan National High School, Tallipugo, Balaoan, La Union
📍 Luna National Vocational High School, Alcala, Luna, La Union

🗓️ June 3, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 Northern Naguilian National High School, Gusing Norte, Naguilian, La Union

🗓️ June 4, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 Tubao Central School, Francia West, Tubao, La Union

See you there, everyone!

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𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐍 𝐚𝐭 𝐂𝐀𝐁𝐀, 𝐋𝐀 𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐎𝐍

On May 26, 2026, the DTI La Union Monitoring Team, together with the members of the Local Price Coordinating Council, conducted an Operation Timbangan activity at the Public Market of Caba, La Union.

A total of 33 weighing scales were inspected during the activity, of which two were found defective and were subsequently confiscated by the LGU Caba.

The activity was conducted to verify the accuracy of weighing scales used by vendors and to ensure compliance with various Fair Trade Laws, thereby protecting consumers from unfair sales acts and practices.

𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐍 𝐚𝐭 𝐁𝐀𝐔𝐀𝐍𝐆, 𝐋𝐀 𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐎𝐍

On May 25, 2026, the DTI La Union Monitoring Team, together with the members of the Local Price Coordinating Council, conducted an Operation Timbangan activity at the Public Market of Bauang, La Union.

A total of 104 weighing scales were inspected during the activity, of which three were found defective and were subsequently confiscated by the LGU Bauang.

The activity was conducted to verify the accuracy of weighing scales used by vendors and to ensure compliance with various Fair Trade Laws, thereby protecting consumers from unfair sales acts and practices.

𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐍𝐏𝐂𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐚 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧

From May 18 to 21, 2026, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) – La Union, through its Consumer Protection Division, conducted simultaneous price monitoring activities in various municipalities throughout the province.

The activity aimed to ensure that the prevailing prices of Basic Necessities and Prime Commodities (BNPCs), including rice, were being sold in accordance with the prescribed Suggested Retail Prices (SRP).
In light of recent petroleum price hikes brought about by global market developments, DTI La Union intensified its monitoring initiatives to assess and address the possible effects on the prices of essential goods. This effort demonstrates the agency’s ongoing commitment to promoting price stability and protecting consumer interests.

Through these monitoring activities, DTI La Union seeks to prevent profiteering, ensure the continuous supply of essential commodities, and help preserve the purchasing power of consumers across the province.

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𝐃𝐓𝐈 𝐋𝐚 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐚𝐧 𝐅𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐨 𝐋𝐆𝐔 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐍𝐏𝐂 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠

On May 19, 2026, the City Price Coordinating Council (CPCC) conducted a joint price monitoring activity on Basic Necessities and Prime Commodities (BNPCs) in the City of San Fernando, La Union. This was carried out in coordination with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) La Union under the leadership of the City Government of San Fernando.

The activity sought to verify that the prices of essential goods comply with the Suggested Retail Prices (SRPs) and to protect consumers from unjustified price increases. Monitoring teams visited supermarkets, public markets, and various retail outlets to assess the availability and pricing of basic commodities, including medical, and agricultural products such as rice, vegetables, and meat.

This initiative highlights the continued commitment of the participating agencies to uphold consumer welfare, support local agriculture, promote fair trade practices, and maintain price stability in the market.

📣 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎: 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐥𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 (𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐍𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔)

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) continues its commitment to ensure that consumers have access to accurate and up-to-date pricing information for Basic Necessities and Prime Commodities (BNPCs).

Price monitoring was conducted in major supermarkets and grocery stores in San Fernando.

This regular monitoring aims to promote fair pricing, transparency, and consumer protection across the market.