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Ordine al Merito turns 25
The Board of Directors of The National Congress of Italian Canadians with past and present recipients and the Italian Consul Dott. Tullio Guma
More than 500 guests including Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne paid tribute to the 25th anniversary of the Ordine al Merito on May 10. The Ordine al Merito is awarded each year by the National Congress of Italian Canadians, Toronto. “The annual presentation of the Ordine Al Merito and the Youth Achievement Award is an opportunity for our community to unite in recognition of the achievements of our fellow Italian Canadians,” said Michael Tibollo, president of the National Congress of Italian Canadians, Toronto.
The Ordine al Merito recipients: Sam Primucci and Ron D. Barbaro
The event, which was held at Primavera Hospitality and Convention Centre in Woodbridge, also included the presentation of the 2013 Ordine al Merito to Ron D. Barbaro and Sam Primucci, while Sara Dolcetti received the Youth Achievement Award. In recognition of the 25th anniversary of the Ordine al Merito, a book was published featuring community leaders that have been honoured with the award. (Rita Simonetta)
Vaughan in Motion for Cancer Care Photo by Guido Piraino Son Of Peter Inc. | Sensible Media & Technology Services
Vaughan in Motion presents a cheque for $45,500 to the Mackenzie Health Foundation for cancer care in Vaughan
This past April, Vaughan in Motion, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting cancer patients and their families, in the Vaughan community, has been working hard to raise funds for the Mackenzie Health Foundation for Cancer Care. The organization kicked off their annual events with a flag raising ceremony on Tuesday, April 23 at Vaughan City Hall . The event, attended by Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua and Members of Council, marked April 22 -29 as Cancer Awareness Week. A few days later, on April 28, Vaughan in Motion members, along with over 500 participants marched together inside of Vaughan Mills for the organization’s annual Walk to Cure Cancer. Participants enjoyed great exercise while kids were entertained by Doo Doo the Clown and Reptilia Reptile Zoo & Education Facility. Vaughan in
Motion co-founder and president, Peter Badali, was delighted with the turnout, stating, “It was beautiful to see all the friends, family and nonni come out for the event.” Badali confirmed that the Walk as well as the Vaughan in Motion’s annual Gala to Cure Cancer (April 5) raised $45, 500. The funds will support the Chemotherapy Unit in the Mackenzie Richmond Hill Hospital, as well as a new cancer care facility or programs at the new Mackenzie Vaughan Hospital. Vaughan in Motion is still going strong — their annual Golf to Cure Cancer tournament is fast approaching on Thursday, June 13. The event will be held at Redcrest Cardinal Golf Club. For more information on the event and how to join, visit www.vaughaninmotion.com (Danila Di Croce)
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