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Welcome to this month's newsletter!
Our goal is to keep you informed of our past, current and upcoming events, introduce new members and showcase our existing partners. We are always looking for better ways to connect with you and keep you informed, so please feel free to share your feedback. |
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March at the CIBPA:
March was definitely an exciting month at the CIBPA! Below is a recap of our many great events:
Education Awards Foundation Bursary
In keeping with its successful tradition of encouraging academic excellence with its Education Foundation, the CIBPA once again hosted an inspirational Bursary Awards Dinner on March 27th at Le Parc by awarding 23 deserving students with bursaries and scholarships. CIBPA Education Foundation President and Past President of the CIBPA, Mr. Robert Sacco recognized their academic achievements, while extending a heart-felt thank you to all sponsors, donors and endowment providers. To view pictures of the evening and recipients, visit toronto.cipba.com The Education Bursary Program supports students of Italian heritage in all fields of study, as well as non-Italians enrolled in Italian studies curriculum. We can all take part in continuing to grow CIBPA's long-standing history of helping more and more deserving students in coming years. Attending the upcoming CIBPA 61st Annual President's Ball on June 14th is a step in that direction as funds raised through this event help support the CIBPA Education Foundation. For more information on either event, please contact the CIBPA Office at (416) 782-4445 or email:
To browse through our photo gallery, click here.
Empowering Young Women:
On Sunday, March 24th at Cittadini Ristorante in Vaughan, over 30 attentive young girls received the gift of inspiration while being given an opportunity to learn first-hand about the different career options from various female Italian Canadian professionals in discipline areas of Law; Entrepreneurship; Medicine; Enterprise, Dentistry; Technology; Finance; Education; and, Architecture. The ambitious students learned about the skills, challenges and triumphs of succeeding in various jobs. The carousel-type setting lent itself easily to informal dialogue and abundant networking among all speakers and the young girls. This inaugural luncheon session was organized by CIBPA member Lia De Cicco-Remu. Lia - whom is the Director, Partners in Learning/Education Strategy, Microsoft Canada, moderated the event and did a remarkable job at welcoming the young crowd as she paid homage to the preceding generation of 'stay-at-home' mothers and 'in-the-work-force' mothers of Italian decent - for their instrumental role in teaching their daughters the importance of an education and who empowered them with vision and drive to aspire to greater heights professionally and personally while always remembering and celebrating their Italian roots. Additionally, Silvia Cioci, BSc student, Queen's University along with grade 10 student Ariana Magliocco at St. Elizabeth Catholic High School spoke about what it means to be an 'Italian Girl' in today's generation and how mothers can continue to support their daughters in their journey to reach their fullest potential. Our young guests were also encouraged to exchange email addresses with speakers and other young girls in attendance - as a means to grow their personal network and to keep in touch with one another. A warm thank you to our organizers, mentors and all guests! Judging from the success of this initial event, a second event is expected in the Fall - stay tuned! For more information about this event or to contact a mentor speaker, please contact the CIBPA Office at (416) 782-4445 or email:
An extended thank you goes out to all our inspiring mentor speakers - their time, energy, perspective and talents were appreciated by all in attendance.
We would like to thank:
Elizabeth Pilon, Stikeman Elliott LLP
Dr. Ester Canton, Dr. Ester Canton Dentistry
Paola D'Agostino, KPMG
Stephanie Minicucci, CIBC
Alex Lombardi, Re/Max Premier
Vittoria Giovannetti, 7 Camicie
Roberta Provenzano, York University
Lia DiCecco, Microsoft
Geri Tino, ATA Architects
Lucy Coschignano, Best Doctors Can.
Sabrina Nardone
To browse through our photo gallery of the event, click here.
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May 2013 Networking Event
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave West
6:00pm - 9:30 pm
cocktails 6:00pm-7:00pm
dinner 7:00pm
Tickets: $50.00 Members (plus HST)
$75.00 Non-Members(plus HST)
Join us for a night of networking with fellow CIBPA members. Located in the Rotunda Room, CIBPA members will have the opportunity to network and make new connections during this evening event.
Special guest speaker from TORONTO 2015 Pan Am/ Parapan Am Games Organizing Committee:
Bill Zakarow,
Director of Procurement, PanAm TO2015
Their presentation is aimed at raising awareness about the coming games and how they will benefit the busniess community in the surrounding communities.
They will also give an overview of the games including the size and scope; who is involved; venues that are going to be used and the legacies that will be left behind both economically and socially.
For more information on this event and instructions on how to register online, please visit:
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CIBPA Annual General Meeting
Exercise your democratic right!
As a member of the CIBPA of Toronto this meeting will provide you with information on how the association has done in the past year as well as allow you insight into its plans for the future. You will also be able to participate in the election of the new board.
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Columbus Room, Columbus Centre
901 Lawrence Ave West, Toronto
6:00pm
This meeting is OPEN to VOTING MEMBERS ONLY!
All outstanding charges and annual fees
MUST be PAID prior to attending.
Dinner will be served
(cash bar available)
Below are various documents pertaining to this year's Annual General Meeting.
To RSVP please call the CIBPA Office:
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PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS TODAY!
61st Annual Presidents Ball
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60th Anniversary Commemorative Book
ORDER A PIECE OF HISTORY!
A collection of images from the CIBPA archives that proudly demonstrate and celebrate excellence since 1952. This custom designed, full colour, 64 page commemorative hardcover book traces the history of the CIBPA through six decades of growth and success.
The CIBPA is offering the 60th Anniversary Commemorative Book for only $50.00
CONTACT THE CIBPA OFFICE TODAY TO ORDER YOUR BOOK!
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CIBPA Membership
Established in 1952, we are a not for profit organization with the mandate to promote and strengthen the image of Canadians of Italian heritage. We are the voice of the Italian Canadian business and professional community in the GTA.
We facilitate events where members can promote and pursue the development of business, professional and social interests. Key highlights of the CIBPA calendar include:
- Thematic dinner meetings;
- Round table and panel discussions;
- Providing bursaries to students of Italian origin;
- Networking meetings to build professional and personal relationships;
- Annual fundraising events - President's Ball and Golf Tournament.
Our membership is comprised of a broad spectrum of significant Canadian business and professional leaders who are of Italian heritage, including entrepreneurs, business owners and professionals.
ATTENTION UNIVERISTY AND COLLEGE STUDENTS
Are you a student of Italian heritage interested in kick-starting your career, expanding your professional network, and becoming a leader in your community?
If so, we highly encourage you to join the CIBPA - the Canadian Italian Business and Professional Assciation. The CIBPA is the premier non-profit membership association that best represents the business and professional interests of Canadian-Italians in the Greater Toronto area. The CIBPA is focused on the development of business and professional contacts beyond the simple practice of exchanging business cards. Membership is comprised of the broadest spectrum of the most significant Canadian-Italian leaders in the business and professional community, including business owners, entrepreneurs, senior partners, executives, and designated professionals, as well as students. A small sample of companies that support the CIBPA include: Deloitte, KPMG, Stikeman Elliot LLP, TD Bank, ScotiaBank, and RBC.
The CIBPA is currently offering students a full year membership (in addition to the current fiscal year) and a commemorative book of the CIBPA, all for $75. If you are interested, please complete the student application and return it to toronto@cibpa.com
For more information on the CIBPA, please visit: http://toronto.cibpa.com/
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Each month we will highlight special offers, and news from CIBPA members. If you have any special news or announcements that you would like others to see, please send an email to toronto@cibpa.com and we will be happy to include it.
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We hope you enjoyed the newsletter.
Sincerely,
Diana Panacci
CIBPA
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