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greetings
Order Sons of Italy Garibaldi Lodge
President
Justin Bova
It does not seem such a long time ago, but twenty five years have
passed since a group of wise men sat around the table in the basement
of the Grant Motor Inn and planned the first Annual Sons of Italy Dinner.
I am told the primary function of this event was to act as a bridge to build and strengthen the relationship
between the Italian community and the wider community of Winnipeg. We would show what is best in us,
while we invited people to our dinner table and into our hearts. At the same time, we would raise money
to support those in our city who need it and deserve it the most. That wisdom endures.
Under their care and guidance, a new generation of leadership has emerged not only to continue the
mission but also to expand it and make it better. Tonight, as we celebrate our 25th anniversary of
this annual Gala, we salute these wise founders of our lodge and we, the new generation of ItalianCanadians, pledge to continue to act as exemplary citizens of this city, of this province, and of this
beautiful country that is our native land.
I must thank and acknowledge Dinner Chairs Franco Petrelli and Tom De Nardi along with the entire
Dinner Committee in putting together what will be the largest, most successful Gala in Club history. While
tonight we look back and honour the achievements of the past twenty five years, it is the tireless efforts,
hard work, and unyielding dedication to the mission of the Brothers and Sisters that convince me the
next twenty five years will be even greater.
Sincerely,
Justin B. Bova
Order Sons of Italy Executive – 2011
President
Past President
1ST VP - SOI
2ND VP - CIBPA
Treasurer
Orator
Recording Secretary
Financial Secretary
Justin Bova
Luigi Caci
Tat-Liang Fabio Cheam
Franco Petrelli
Travis Giavedoni
Tom DeNardi
Ehren Sherbo
David Bueti
Trustees:
Reno Augellone*
Tony Cesario*
Danny DiVito
John Giavedoni
Joe Leuzzi*
Armando Nasuti
Berardino Petrelli
Danny Potenza
Joe Putaro
Lino Rutigliano
Robert Scaletta*
Carmine Scarpino
* Past President
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greetings
La Lupa Di Roma
President
Tonina fiorentino
I am pleased and excited to share this wonderful occasion, this auspicious
anniversary with all of you, especially the many people whose hard work,
determination and achievements have made the Sons of Italy Gala Dinner
so successful and so worthy of celebration after 25 years.
We have much to celebrate tonight. Many people, friends, colleagues and brothers and sisters who have been
part of the Sons Of Italy Gala Dinner from the beginning and who have a “Passion of Giving.”
The La Lupa Di Roma Lodge is proud to congratulate The Sons of Italy for leading the way so that many others
can have a better life. We are proud to be associated with such a brotherhood that continues to work together
not only with the Canadian-Italian community but with the entire community at large by being a positive change
and reaching out and lending a hand to those who are underrepresented and disadvantaged. The legacy of
sharing and caring has touched many lives.
Auguri. . . Congratulations on 25 years of giving from the heart and we look forward to
another 25 years.
Yours truly,
Tonina Fiorentino
lupa di roma lodge Executive – 2011
President Treasurer Secretary Orator Tonina Fiorentino
Maria Minenna
Tammy Mignacca
Rena Molinari
Past President
Caterina Sotiriadis
Trustees
Christine Molinari
Gena Pallone
Jacquie Johnson-Weight
Leonardo Da Vinci Youth Lodge
President
FRANCA PETRELLI
On behalf of the Leonardo Da Vinci Youth Lodge, it is my pleasure to
congratulate the Sons of Italy Garibaldi Lodge on their 25th Annual
Gala celebration. Their hard work and continuous dedication in helping
our community and abroad, make for great role models.
We applaud the Sons of Italy Garibaldi Lodge in their 25 years of giving.
Yours truly,
Franca Petrelli
leonardo da vinci youth lodge Executive – 2011
President Vice President
Treasurer Secretary Franca Petrelli
Alessandro Augellone
Christina Cannata
Rosa Molinari
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greetings
Order Sons of Italy of canada
National President
Josie Cumbo
Greetings and tanti auguri to all the members of the Garibaldi Lodge from myself and the executive
members of the Order Sons of Italy of Canada. We share your pride and sense of accomplishment as
you celebrate 25 years of dedication to the Order. Recognizing all the charity work your lodge does
for your community in Winnipeg is commendable. Your “Passion for Giving” has truly helped the
lives of many and this year’s contribution to the Heart and Stroke Foundation is a testament of your
commitment and true passion of what the Order Sons of Italy stands for.
I am certain that this gala with keynote speaker the Honourable Vic Toews and other honourary guests
will be an evening to remember not to mention the wonderful and exquisite menu that we as Italians
are famous for.
Congratulations again to the Garibaldi Lodge and all the members who work behind the scenes to
ensure that the evening will be successful and memorable. I wish you continued success and may you
attain the goals set forth for the betterment of the needy in your community.
Fraternally,
Josie Cumbo
National Federation of CIBPA
National President
Frank Moceri
On behalf of the National Federation of Canadian Italian Business and
Professional Associations, I want to extend my warmest greeting to all
members gathered for the 25th Anniversary Dinner Gala. I commend
your Chapter for 25 years of giving to Italian and Manitoba charities in
your province.
I wish to congratulate Charlie Aiello with CIBC Wood Gundy for
receiving the CIBPA professional award this evening.
The National Federation of CIBPA is proud and privileged to be part of this event. The National
Federation of CIBPA is comprised of 12 Chapters across the country and well over 2000 members. We
are also pursuing to join with the National Italian American Federation with over 30,000 members.
On behalf of our CIBPA Board of Directors and our members across Canada, I wish you continued
success and prosperity.
Grazie,
Frank J. Moceri
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Passion for food & wine
There’s nothing better than
putting a plate of delicious
food on the table for people
you love.
The whole process of cooking,
deciding what to eat,
shopping for ingredients,
and finally cooking and eating
is the purest pleasure.
Thank you for your loyalty,
it allows us to share our
passions with you.
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greetings
from the Prime Minister
The Right Honourable
Stephen Harper
March 19, 2011
Greetings from the Prime Minister
It is with great pleasure that I extend my warmest greetings to everyone attending
the 25th annual Sons of Italy Gala Dinner in Winnipeg.
Celebrating 25 years of giving, tonight’s event is representative of the generosity
and compassion that have defined the Order of the Sons of Italy. In keeping with a
proud philanthropic tradition, proceeds from this evening’s gala will benefit the
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba.
Tonight, you will have an opportunity to reflect on the Sons of Italy’s significant
contributions to the community. Founded on the principles of liberty, equality and
fraternity, the Order has not only fostered fellowship in the Italian-Canadian
community, it has established itself as a pillar in the community at large.
On behalf of the Government of Canada, I commend the Order of the Sons of Italy
for your exemplary and benevolent leadership. Please accept my best wishes for a
memorable evening and continued unity and success for many years to come.
Sincerely,
The Rt. Hon. Stephen Harper, P.C., M.P.
Prime Minister of Canada
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The Premier of Manitoba
The Honourable Greg Selinger
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greetings
The Mayor of Winnipeg,
His Worship Sam Katz
As Mayor of Winnipeg, it is my pleasure to extend greetings to all participants and
guests attending the Sons of Italy 25th Annual Gala Dinner.
The Order of Sons of Italy, Garibaldi Lodge, along with the Winnipeg chapter of the
Canadian Italian Business Professional Association and the 2011 charity of choice
– The Heart and Stroke Foundation have organized a truly exceptional event. The
incorporation of this noteworthy organization, our City’s rich Italian culture, music,
cuisine, community philanthropy and the generosity Winnipeggers are renowned
for are ingredients for a memorable evening. Your work with the Heart and Stroke
Foundation is a great example of the Sons of Italy’s dedication to the community.
I would also like to thank The Sons of Italy for their commitment to promote,
preserve, and celebrate the Italian language, culture and traditions. Your contributions
to Winnipeg deserve to be recognized as they enrich and define our City as a hub of
diversity
On behalf of the citizens of Winnipeg and my esteemed City Council colleagues,
I commend The Sons of Italy on their commitment to philanthropic works in the
community, and applaud those of you here tonight for your support of such an
honourable organization.
Warm regards,
Sam Katz
MAYOR
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Heart of the Continent • Au coeur du continent
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greetings
Vice Consul of Italy in winnipeg
Stanislao Carbone
On behalf of the government of Italy I would like to take this
opportunity to offer my best wishes to the Sons of Italy, Garibaldi
Lodge. Over the past 25 years the Lodge has made its presence felt
by offering a coterie of social services, philanthropic endeavours and
cultural and recreational activities reflective of its aims and objectives and over arching mandate. This
organization has demonstrated a synergistic impulse combining the energies and creative capacities
of each of its members with a firm belief in collective action and consensus building. It has redefined
itself over the years in order to capture and interpret societal changes and trends. As a consequence
it has projected a positive and dynamic image of Italian Canadian cultural and social life. It can look
forward to the next 25 years in building upon its legacy and forging a strong Italian Canadian identity
based on the principles of empowerment and heightened social awareness.
Vorrei di nuovo offrire i miei piu sentiti auguri ai Figli d’Italia e spero che continuano a dimostrare un
forte impegno sociale e responsabilita` civica in ogni attivita` che loro svolgono.
Distinti saluti,
Stanislao Carbone
Vince Bova Memorial Award
In 1997, one of our beloved
brothers, Vince Bova, passed away
after a long battle with cancer. To
know Vince was to know a man who
exemplified the spirit of The Sons
of Italy. He was committed to the
club in a manner that was beyond
compare.
He could always be found at social functions, volunteering his time
and energy. He was a man who never asked for any credit, but was
always willing to lend a hand and share a smile.
In Vince's memory, we now present this annual award to a member
who works diligently behind the scenes as a dedicated participant in
The Sons of Italy.
The past recipients have selected a deserving recipient and the
award will be announced this evening.
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Past recipients
2010: Reno Augellone
2009: Joe Bova
2008: Rocco Bueti
2007: Joe Leuzzi
2006: Vincent Bueti
2005: Tony Cesario
2004: George Sotiriadis
2003: Armando Nasuti
2002: Ted Nocita
2001: Lino Rutigliano
2000: Randy Hapin
1999: Pat Potenza and
Rocco Macchia
1998: Terry Ferraro and
Reno Molinari
1997: Peter Mignacca
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be part of the
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Sons of Italy 25 Annual
Gala Dinner
Lou Caci is very proud to be a brother of the
Sons of Italy and congratulates the lodge for 25
years of giving back. Lou would also like to
congratulate Charlie Aiello for winning the 2011
CIBPA Award for Professionalism.
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Dinner Chairs
franco petrelli and Tom De nardi
This evening the Sons of Italy (Garibaldi Lodge) is proud to be
supporting the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba. Heart disease
and stroke affects one in three of us and is the leading cause of death
in Canada. Organizations like Heart and Stroke provide us with life
saving research, education and public awareness. These continued and
dedicated efforts make the difference in saving lives.
We have also been afforded the distinct honour of supporting two
Helping Hands Charities. The first is from our own Italian community:
the Dante Alighieri School, which is the backbone of Italian language in
Manitoba with students ranging from just four years of age to their late
teens. The Sons of Italy recognizes the importance of the Dante because
where there is language there is culture. Our second charity is no less
worthy and strikes at the very heart and foundation of our country: the
Canadian Hero Fund. This is an organization that supports families and
children of Canada’s fallen soldiers in recent conflicts. It provides the
means where there otherwise might not be one for military families and
their children.
It is also with a sense of both admiration and pride that we celebrate
and recognize the outstanding accomplishment of one of our community
members. Mr. Charlie Aiello is this year’s recipient of the CIBPA Professional Award for his outstanding
accomplishments and service to his customers in wealth management.
Thank you to our Sons of Italy brothers that worked tirelessly to ensure the success of this special 25th
Annual Sons of Italy Gala Dinner. Each person on the committee brings their unique talents to the table
which help to facilitate an event that exceeds expectations each year!
A heartfelt and special thank you goes out to CIBC our title sponsor. CIBC has shown itself to be a real
community leader and Manitoba is lucky to have a financial institution that has the fortitude to support
local community events!
In closing we would also like to recognize the tremendous financial support of all tonight’s sponsors. It is
due to your efforts that we continue to be in a position to help Manitoba organizations grow and meet the
demands that face them. We understand the demands for community support are often overwhelming
and we are humbled that on a consistent basis you choose to partner with the Sons of Italy. Last but
certainly not least, thanks must go to all of you for continuing to not only purchase tickets, but to attend
our event as part of our extended Italian family.
Tonight we invite you to be an honourary Italian, which always ensures great food, friends and a love for
life.
Buon divertimento a tutti,
Franco Petrelli & Tom De Nardi
Gala Dinner Committee
Franco Petrelli - Dinner Chair
Tom De Nardi - Dinner Chair
Reno Augellone
Justin Bova
David Bueti
Luigi Caci
Tony Cesario
Tat-Liang Fabio Cheam
Danny DiVito
John Giavedoni - Treasurer
Sal Infantino
Joe Leuzzi
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Reno Molinari
Armando Nasuti
Berardino Petrelli
Joe Putaro
Cosmo Racano
Robert Scaletta
Carmine Zirino
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Honourary co-chair
Bob Irving
As Past Chair and Senior Advisory Committee Member for the
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba (HSFM), I am very proud
to serve as Honourary Co-Chair for the 25th Annual Sons of Italy
Gala Dinner.
The Foundation is overjoyed to be chosen as this year’s Charity of Choice and is delighted to
partner with the Sons of Italy, Garibaldi Lodge, who we celebrate tonight, for showing great
dedication and generosity to Manitoba charitable organizations for a quarter of a century.
Many of you may have come to know me as the long time sports director at CJOB/Power97, and the play-by-play voice for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, but I come here tonight
representing a Foundation that has personally meant a great deal to me.
I became involved with the HSFM as a survivor of a congenital heart defect. I have endured
two open-heart surgeries and several other procedures to keep my heart healthy. A large
scar on my chest serves as a daily reminder of how close heart disease came to cutting my
life short.
Since the Foundation began over 50 years ago, the number of people dying prematurely of
heart disease and stroke has been reduced by 75 per cent. It is through the generosity of
Manitobans, such as you who are here tonight, that people like me can live long, fulfilling
lives.
Yet despite so much progress, heart disease and stroke remains the leading cause of death
in Manitoba. Tonight’s Gala will help to further the Foundation’s mission to support worldclass research, primary prevention initiatives, health promotion, and advocacy within the
province.
On behalf of the Foundation, and in particular HSFM Board Chair Michael Buhr, I thank the
Sons of Italy with all my heart for your efforts in helping those who have been affected by
heart disease and stroke. Congratulations on achieving 25 years of giving to the community!
Sincerely,
Bob Irving
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Honourary co-chair
senator Don Plett
Welcome to the 25th Annual Sons of Italy/CIBPA Gala Dinner. I
am honoured to serve in the capacity of Honourary Co-Chair for
this event. The generosity displayed this evening will go directly
towards the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba.
I have had the opportunity of attending this event in the past and have always been
overwhelmed by the generosity of Manitoba companies and individuals. By attending and
participating tonight in the various levels of sponsorship you are each responsible for
improving the quality of life for many families and individuals in Manitoba.
The Sons of Italy is an organization that stands out in Manitoba; their support of countless
charities and groups has proven them to be community leaders. The brotherhood they share
is a testament to what communities can do working together for a common goal. The Sons
of Italy is one of the reasons why I am proud to be representing Manitoba in Senate.
Congratulations to the Sons of Italy on the work that you are doing. I truly thank you and may
God bless you now and in the future.
Sincerely,
Senator Don Plett
Reno Molinari
Welcome to the Son’s Of Italy 25th Annual Gala Fundraising Dinner
celebrating 25 years of giving back to the community. I am deeply
grateful for having been asked to serve as one of the Honourary
Co-Chairs along with Senator Don Plett and Mr. Bob Irving.
I have been a member of the Garibaldi Lodge for about twenty
years having served in various capacities including president. My
involvement has had an immeasurable positive impact on both my personal and professional
life. I commend the current executive for their hard work and effort which is on display this
evening and this year’s theme is so appropriate to what the organization stands for.
This years’ charity of choice, The Heart & Stroke Foundation provides an invaluable service
to our community. I have had the privilege of meeting many of their staff and volunteers and
there is no question that they are a class act. Congratulations and keep up the good work.
In closing, I would like to thank all of you for attending. We are so fortunate having such
a large following that keeps supporting this event every year and without it, the Garibaldi
Lodge could never accomplish what it does.
Sincerely,
Reno Molinari
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Keynote Speaker
The Honourable Victor Toews
Vic was born in Paraguay but is a long time resident of Manitoba,
the son of Rev. Victor Toews and Anne Toews. The family came to
Manitoba in 1956.
Vic attended Grades 1 through 8 at Princess Margaret School and Grades 9 through 12 at Mennonite
Brethren Collegiate Institute. He graduated from high school in 1970, and in 1973 graduated from
the University of Winnipeg with a B.A. in History. In 1976 he graduated with a Law Degree from the
University of Manitoba.
In 1977 Vic became a member of the Bar of Manitoba and practiced law with the provincial
Department of Justice from 1976 to 1991. In that capacity he served as a Crown Prosecutor in
Brandon Manitoba and in Winnipeg as Legal Counsel to various government Departments including
the Department of Labour, Workplace Safety and Health, the Manitoba Labour Board, the Director of
Child Welfare, and various other government boards and commissions.
In 1987 Vic was appointed Director of Constitutional Law for the Province of Manitoba and
represented the Attorney General in many important constitutional cases at all levels of court,
including a number of Supreme Court of Canada cases. He acted as legal counsel to the Premier
of Manitoba at the Meech Lake Accord discussions in 1990. Vic was appointed Queen’s Counsel in
1991.
Vic taught a number of law courses in the Department of Economics, University of Manitoba from
1988 to 1995. In 1991 he joined the legal Department of Great-West Life where he was responsible
for the company’s Canadian insurance litigation.
In 1995 he was elected the MLA for Rossmere and soon after was appointed the Minister of Labour.
In 1997, until the end of his term in September of 1999, he served as the Attorney General and
Minister of Justice for the Province of Manitoba.
Vic was first elected to the House of Commons in 2000 and re-elected in 2004, 2006 and 2008. In
Opposition, he served as Justice Critic, and was Vice-Chair of the Subcommittee on the Process for
Appointment to the Judiciary. He was also a member of numerous subcommittees including ones on
National Security, on Agenda and Procedure and on Bill C-17.
On February 6, 2006 he was named Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada by Prime
Minister Stephen Harper where he served until January 4, 2007 when he was appointed as the new
President of the Treasury Board.
On October 14, 2008, Vic was re-elected as the Member of Parliament for Provencher and was reappointed as the President of the Treasury Board by Prime Minister Stephen Harper on October 30.
On January 19, 2010 Vic was appointed as the Minister for Public Safety.
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Scholarships
Garibaldi Lodge & Lupa di roma
Each year the Sons of Italy awards three scholorships to deserving students of Italian descent entering
post-secondary education. We are proud to support the three young people listed below in their
educational pursuits for 2011.
FRANCA PETRELLI - Garibaldi Lodge Scholarship
Franca Petrelli received her grade twelve high school diploma from Daniel McIntyre
Collegiate Institute in June 2010. She is now attending the University of Winnipeg and
was accepted into the Integrated Program in the Faculty of Education. She hopes to
one day teach at the elementary school she attended.
Franca has contributed many years of dedication to the Italian Community. She was
the Youth Ambassador for the Folkorama Italian Pavilion in 2008. Franca attended
the Societa Culturale Dante Alighieri School and completed all of the Winnipeg School
Division Italian exams. She received the Dante Alighieri Scholarship Award in her grade
twelve graduating year. Furthermore, she is now on staff with Dante working as a
teacher’s assistant.
Franca has been an active member of the Splendora D’Italia Folk Dancers of Manitoba for about eight years. She
received the Splendora D’Italia Scholarship for 2010. She is currently the President of the Sons of Italy Leonardo
Da Vinci Youth Group and looks forward to joining the Lupa Di Roma Women’s lodge in the near future.
Franca wishes to express her sincerest gratitude to the Sons of Italy, Garibaldi Lodge for being selected as one of
this year’s scholarship recipient. This is truly an honour and privilege to her.
NATASHA ANGELINA ROSSOL - Garibaldi Lodge Scholarship
Natasha Angelina Rossol, born and raised in Winnipeg, graduated from St. Mary’s
Academy in the class of 2010, with honours. She is currently in her first year at the
University of Manitoba hoping to pursue a career in family law. She has also begun an
Introductory Italian course which she enjoys immensely.
Aside from striving to achieve her academic goals, Natasha has also been studying
voice for the past eight years, singing many songs in Italian. Her involvement in the
Italian community includes singing and volunteering at various events at the Centro
Caboto. Her most significant contribution was singing and acting in the Italian Pavilion
for Folklorama 2010.
Natasha is extremely grateful to the Sons of Italy for awarding her one of this year’s scholarships and has never
been prouder of her Italian heritage.
DANIEL OBERTON - Lupa Di Roma Scholarship
Daniel Oberton graduated from St. Paul’s High School in June of 2010 with honours. He
presently is in his first year at the University of Manitoba taking mostly Science courses.
He hopes to pursue a career in the medical field.
A major extra-curricular activity he is involved in is chess. Daniel was St. Paul’s High
School’s chess champion for four consecutive years and he has won several provincial
titles and has been part of the Manitoba provincial chess team. He has also competed
at the national level.
Daniel has been involved in many community activities both inside and outside of the
Italian community. He has volunteered for several years at the Holy Rosary Church and
helped when the church had social functions for the catechism classes and their families. He has also volunteered
at the Misericordia Hospital where he was a recreation supervisor for the residence of the hospital.
Daniel would like to thank the Lupa Di Roma for presenting him with their scholarship. It is both an honour and
privilege for him to receive this scholarship.
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Charity of Choice
The Heart and Stroke Foundation
In Canada, heart disease and stroke are two
of the three leading causes of death and
are responsible for 30 percent of all deaths
in our nation. Currently over 1.6 million
Canadians have heart disease or are living
with the effects of stroke, the single biggest
cause of adult disability. It is estimated that
heart disease and stroke cost the Canadian
Economy 22.2 billion every year.
Since that time there have been many
advances made in the fight against heart
disease and stroke, advances such as the
world’s first heart-valve transplant surgery,
the use of ASA as a preventative drug for
stroke, the development of the pacemaker,
and the use of the clot busting drug t-PA,
which, if accessed quickly can erase the
effects of stroke. These and many other
research discoveries have helped to reduce
the number of Canadians dying prematurely
of heart disease and stroke by as much as
75 percent.
Still today, heart disease and stroke together
remain the leading cause of death in
Manitoba. Over eight lives are lost each day
in our province to this - our number one
health threat.
The Foundation realizes that many cases
of heart disease and stroke along with the
associated cost of treatment are preventable,
which is why HSFM has chosen to commit
20 per cent of its annual research budget to
primary prevention initiatives in the province.
Primary prevention research addresses heart
disease and stroke risk factors – such as
smoking, physical inactivity and obesity before they start. With the collective effort
of governments, employers, educators and
individual citizens across all sectors we know
that population-wide change is possible.
The Foundation is very honoured to be
chosen as the Charity of Choice by the
Sons of Italy, Garibaldi Lodge on their 25th
anniversary and proud to have HSFM’s
Past Chair and Senior Advisory Committee
Member Bob Irving serve as Honourary
Co-Chair for this Gala event. It is through the
efforts of organizations like the Sons of Italy
that the Foundation can support leadingedge research, provide health education
and resources, and advocate for healthier
communities, all of which work to save lives
in this province. Thanks to your support,
together, we can lead Manitobans to a future
free of heart disease and stroke.
The Heart and Stroke Foundation of
Manitoba, a volunteer-based health charity,
leads in eliminating heart disease and stroke
and reducing their impact through the
advancement of research and its application,
the promotion of healthy living and advocacy.
For more information on the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, visit
www.heartandstroke.mb.ca.
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2011 CIBPA
Professional Award
Charlie Aiello
Family Values
As a successful investment advisor and wealth manager, Charlie Aiello
certainly understands the concept of risk and reward. For Charlie
however, the true definition of the term is reflected in a lifetime of striving
to balance his career with his family.
“My father taught us from an early age that while money may give you unlimited options, you’ll never be
truly happy unless you have a life outside work,” explains Charlie. “There are plenty of financial rewards
in the work I do but there’s great risk too if you don’t make time for family.”
To that end, Charlie is not only building a thriving financial planning business, he and his wife Pina are
raising their daughter Samantha and sons Peter and Franco in a way that would make any Italian nonno
and nonna proud. “Italian families love to get together to celebrate life and we’ve tried to raise our kids in
that tradition,” states Charlie. “From my own experience, I’m closer to my cousins than many Canadians
are to their own brothers and sisters.”
Familial responsibility was ingrained in young Charlie by his mother Yolanda and father Peter, who
emigrated from Italy in 1965. Their young family included five-year-old Pasquale, soon to be called Charlie
by his Canadian friends. Always a high achiever with a desire to be successful in business, Charlie found
his calling at Wood Gundy (now CIBC Wood Gundy) in 1987. Apart from a short stint at another company,
Charlie has worked exclusively at the downtown Winnipeg firm. It’s been a lucrative business, but as
Charlie says, what satisfies him most is knowing that he’s building peace of mind for the people who
entrust him with their financial futures.
“When I started in the financial planning industry my goal was to be a top producer but I realized that far
beyond being recognized as the best, I got the most pleasure out of helping my clients meet their goals,”
he says. “It’s great to be in the position, almost 25 years later, to see that what we put down on paper
back then is now coming to fruition.”
To Charlie the values inherent in family have made it easier for him to succeed in business. The advice he
received from his father so many years ago – work hard but enjoy life – has served him well.
“Very early on in life I learned to take responsibility for everything I did,” he says. “This made me
understand that your reputation is worth as much as all the money in the world. I’m most proud of the
references I get from my clients and my business associates.”
At the heart of Charlie’s ongoing success is his day-to-day reliance on the principles he learned at a young
age. He says his Italian heritage has shaped the way he goes about conducting business.
“Loyalty is very important to Italians. I’m very loyal to my family and I’m also loyal to my assistants and
my clients. I treat them like family.”
Charlie Aiello knows there’s great risk in living an unbalanced life. By focusing on family, he stays true to
his roots and that on its own is enough reward.
by Bernard Kruchak
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Sons of Italy Lions Soccer Club
The Sons of Italy Lions
Soccer Club completed
the 2010 MMSL Premier
Division regular season
with 15 wins, 2 losses, and
1 tie, winning the MMSL
Premier Division League
Championship. The Lions were the
2010 Canlan Indoor Soccer League First Division League
champions.
The Sons of Italy Lions 2010 leading goal scorers were AJ
Naumiuk and Jordan Rodger.
The 2010 Sons of Italy Lions Players’ Player Award was
awarded to Lions defender, Dan Keith. The Sons of Italy
players, in recognition of a teammate’s exemplary personal
commitment, team spirit, and fine play, choose this award
each season.
The 2010 Sons of Italy Lions Joe Kostek Memorial Award
was awarded to 15-year Lions goalkeeper, Steve Sawatzky.
This award is selected in honour of our Manager Joe
Kostek, who passed away during the 2010 outdoor season.
This award is selected by the Lions management and is
not an annual award, but rather is an award that is given in
recognition of a personal outstanding event or milestone by
a Lions player.
Since joining the MMSL in 2002, aside from 5 League
Championships, the Lions also lead the MMSL with the top
Premiership record overall. In the league’s first 9 seasons,
the Lions have totaled 131 Wins, 18 Losses, and 19 Ties.
In those 168 matches, Sons of Italy have outscored their
opponents with 538 goals and just 129 goals against.
Since the team’s inception in 1995, the Lions have
enjoyed 1 Gold Medal victory at the Canadian National
Championship at the 2002 Challenge Cup in St. John’s,
Newfoundland, 5 MSA Cup Championships and in 1996
achieved a Bronze Medal finish at the Canadian National
Championship in Halifax.
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The team was pleased to represent the Sons of Italy at
soccer events in Thunder Bay, Minnesota, and Iowa in
2010. Looking forward to 2011, the Club will take part
in games against PDL Clubs in Thunder Bay and Iowa.
The mission is clear, we aim to wear the Lions uniform
with pride and professionalism, while at the same
time providing community service within the Sons of
Italy organization. Our commitment is to the youth of
Manitoba.
For more information about the Sons of Italy Lions
Soccer Club and to follow their progress in 2011, please
visit their official team website at
www.leaguelineup.com/sonsofitaly.
Lions Championships:
2010
Manitoba Major Soccer League, Premier League Champions
Canlan Soccer Indoor Champions
2009
Canlan Soccer Indoor Champions and Playoff Champions
2008
CBC Cup Champions
2007
Manitoba Major Soccer League, Premier League Champions
Manitoba Soccer Association, Cup Champions
The Sons of Italy Players’ Player Award
2010 Dan Keith
2009 AJ Naumiuk
2008 Frank Buoncore
2007 Frank Buoncore
The Sons of Italy Lions Joe Kostek
Memorial Award
2010 Steve Sawatzky
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Sons of Italy Splendore D’Italia
Folk Dancers of Manitoba
Buona sera a tutti. Tanti auguri ai Figli d’Italia e
CIBPA per il loro successo continuato.
Congratulations to Sons of Italy on 25 Years of
Giving. I am delighted to have been asked to
bring greetings on behalf of the executive and
dancers of the Sons of Italy Splendore d’Italia
Folk Dancers of Manitoba.
Taking time to reflect in the context of present
accomplishments provides one the opportunity
to wonder how it all went by so quickly. In
preparing this greeting, I had the opportunity
to look through almost 40 years of articles and photographs that archive the many members of this
particular dance group. I am sure there are many attendees of this gala dinner who can remember
dance practices held in the basement of Holy Rosary Catholic Church
with Mrs. Angela Lake, the first Centro D’Italia on Notre Dame
Avenue, or our new Centro Caboto on Wilkes Avenue. Hopefully,
you are also reminded of the performances across Manitoba which
brought you before many audiences which included people from all
walks of life including distinguished dignitaries.
The dance group continues to dedicate itself to the preservation and
interpretation of authentic Italian regional folk dances. Our repertoire
and commitment to the essence of Italian culture through dance
continues to be one of the many reasons for the establishment of our
group.
Dancers, past and present, continue to be recognized for their
academic and altruistic efforts by receiving acknowledgement through scholarships from various
educational and business institutions, including the Sons of Italy Garibaldi Lodge, La Lupa di Roma Lodge
and the newly established Sons of Italy Splendore D’Italia Folk Dancers Scholarship. This year, one of
our senior dancers, Franca Petrelli, is a recipient of scholarships from both the Sons of Italy Splendore
D’Italia Folk Dancers and the Sons of Italy Garibaldi Lodge. We wish her all the best for a bright and
successful future in her chosen field of study at the University of Winnipeg.
Finally, and on behalf of the executive of the Sons of Italy Splendore d’Italia Folk Dancers, I would like to
congratulate this year’s honorees and recipients of various awards. Thanks to the generous support and
sponsorship of the members of the Sons of Italy Garibaldi Lodge, our official name will now reflect their
committed effort to sustain the dance group into the future.
Best wishes and continued success. Salve!
Lia Baksina
President
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Sons of Italy Profile
Order Sons of Italy of Canada
The Order Sons of Italy of Canada is an organization of men and women who are devoted to the
celebration of Italian heritage, community service and charitable good works. The first lodge in Canada
was established in Ontario in 1915. Currently, there are fifteen Lodges in Canada and over 650 Lodges
in the U.S.A. It is the largest Fraternal Order of Canadians and Americans of Italian origin.
In Manitoba, there are three Lodges: the Garibaldi men’s lodge, the Lupa Di Roma women’s lodge, and
the Leonardo Da Vinci Youth Lodge. Together, these lodges under the Order Sons of Italy are making a
difference in Manitoba.
Garibaldi Lodge
The Garibaldi Lodge was the first lodge of the Order Sons of Italy of Canada to be
founded in Manitoba. This year witnessed their twenty-fifth annual gala fundraising
dinner. Each year members celebrate giving back to the community in conjunction
with the Canadian Italian Business Professional Association by donating significant
funds to a charity of choice.
Along with advancing the general community, Garibaldi Lodge promotes cultural
endeavours by supporting local groups in Winnipeg like the Premier League “Sons
of Italy Lions” soccer team, the “Sons of Italy Splendore D’Italia Dance Group” and the Dante Alighieri
Cultural Society. The Lodge also finances higher education by supporting a scholarship program involving
all Manitoba universities and a National scholarship fund.
La Lupa Di Roma Lodge
The La Lupa Di Roma Lodge was formed in 1989. Each year the Lodge hosts special fundraising events
for families including their major Halloween Party. The La Lupa Di Roma Lodge also holds a brunch
in March of each year in recognition of International Women’s Day. At this annual event a Manitoba
woman of Italian heritage is honoured for her accomplishments and involvement in the community and
is presented with the “La Donna Dell’Anno” award. Like the Garibaldi Lodge, La Lupa Di Roma Lodge
also offers a scholarship program for qualifying individuals who are pursuing post-secondary education.
Through the years the Lodge has supported charities, seniors groups, children’s activities and individuals
in need. It strives to aid the community at large in all possible ways.
Leonardo Da Vinci Youth Lodge
The Leonardo Da Vinci Youth Lodge was created in 2005 to give Italian youths in Winnipeg the
opportunity to get involved in both the Italian community and other worthwhile activities in the general
community. In collaboration with the Garibaldi and La Lupa Di Roma Lodges its members help various
organizations through fundraising events. Its members are constantly working to achieve their goal of
making Winnipeg a better place for all citizens.
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Charities Sons of Italy has supported:
General Charities:
Addictions Foundation of Manitoba
Amadeus Steen Foundation
Camp Quality Manitoba
Canadian Hero Fund
Canadian Museum for Human Rights
Cancer Care Manitoba
Children’s Hospital Foundation of Manitoba
Children’s Wish Foundation
Conifer House
Health Sciences Centre Foundation
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba
Rossbrook House
Thalassemia Foundation of Canada
UAS Eastern European Adoptions Inc.
United Way
Variety Club of Manitoba
Victoria General Hospital
Arts Organizations:
Manitoba Theatre Centre
Italian Cultural Organizations:
Centro Caboto Centre
Dante Alighieri Cultural Society
Holy Rosary Parish
Italian Canadian League of Manitoba Inc.
Knights of Columbus
Lupa di Roma Lodge
Splendore D’Italia Folk Dancers of MB
Suore Adoratrice Del Sangue Di Cristo
Villa Nova Seniors Centre
Sports Organiztions:
Sons of Italy Lions Soccer Club
Educational Scholarships:
Students entering University (annual)
Students at University of Manitoba (annual)
St. Paul’s High School Bursary Fund
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