Italians in the world, Nissoli celebrates the Ontario Lazio Federation

“The Lazio Federation of Ontario celebrates its 31 years of activity this year. A constant presence that has developed over time “

Last week the Hon. Fucsia Nissoli, elected deputy in North and Central America, spoke at the conference organized by the Ontario Lazio Federation. During the Conference, coordinated by Cav. Tony Porretta and Dr. Vittorio Coco, in addition to Nissoli, the President Marino Moscone, the MEP Lorenzo Cesa, the mayor of Pontinia, Dr. Carlo Medici spoke.

 the lawyer Felice Rocca, Dr. Minotti Mazzuca, Dr. Claudia Machiella, the lawyer. Carlo Consiglio, the lawyer. Luigi Sarpi, who presented the pictorial exhibition on Lazio landscapes, and Dr. Pietro Vitelli who presented his book entitled “Fiorina”. 

Congratulazioni Mary

Congratulations to Mary Mauti!
Today there is an ad in the Globe and Mail congratulating Mary Mauti as one of the top 5 individual fundraisers across Canada in support of Kids Help Phone. Well Done!
Sunday May 7, 2023, residents of Vaughan marked the end of Mental Health Week at Boyd Park in Woodbridge with “Walk so Kids can Talk” in support of Kids Help Phone –  Over 10000 calls a day from kids in need of support takes place across Canada. Thank you to Mary Mauti, Chair for York Region on organizing this successful event in Vaughan.
In particular, Nissoli recalled that “the Lazio Federation of Ontario celebrates this year , its 31 years of activity. A constant presence that has developed over time also with appropriate statutory adjustments up to the present day, bringing together the Lazio associations operating in Ontario under a single acronym “.
The deputy stressed that the social commitment of the Federation is “an important commitment that finds its culmination in these three days where history, food and wine and the awards to 4 illustrious Lazio are combined as well as the scholarship” for Humanity “entitled to Leopolda Restaini. All aspects that express our cultural heritage that originates in a central area in the history of humanity. A commitment – concluded Nissoli – which is also realized in solidarity with the city of Amatrice hit by the earthquake ”.

by | Aug 24, 2021

The 13th Annual Mississauga Italfes

Mississauga Italfest is Mississauga’s premier Italian festival celebrating Italian Heritage. The 13th Annual Mississauga Italfest was another very successful event which took place on Friday evening August 22 and all day Saturday August 23 with many activities and displays from the Sicily Region which this year was being hosted by the Mississauga Italfest 2025. Title sponsor of this year’s event was Solmar. EMCEES were Andrea Trentadue and Frank Spadone. 
Heritage Awards were given to Sam Ciccolini for the first Legacy Award, the Luis Jannetta Youth Heritage Award to Maurizio Gioffre, Italfest Family Award to the Aldo and Noreen Lista Family and the Johnny Lombardi Award to Aldo Costantino. Presentations were also made from different level of governments. Direct from Italy to entertain were Pino Gioia, Giuseppe Gambi and the Little Tony Family with many other local entertainers. The crowd enjoyed the colourful costumes and displays from the Sicily Region, the many activities, food, entertainment and all that is Italian. Many government dignitaries were present to enhance the event and also the Consul General of Italy to Toronto Luca Zelioli.

Sam Ciccolini with the Basilicata Table

Presentation of the Johnny Lombardi Heritage Award to Aldo Costantino

Presentation of the Heritage Family Award to Aldo and Noreen Lista Family

Polsinelli

Pino Gioia and supporters

Pino Gioia 1

Little Tony Family 2

Little Tony Family 3

Little Tony Family 5

Luca, Sam, Marco, Tony, Donato, Rocco, Mary

Mary Grossi with Noreen Lista

Mauti, Pino Gioia, Mammone

Giuseppe Gambi 1

Del Monte

Consul General of Italy with Frank Maio

Consul General Luca Zelioli with some organizers

Cettina Consales, MC Andrea Trentadue, MC Frank Spadone

Canadian Anthem

1 Various Groups on Stage

3 Introduction of Sam Ciccolini by Frank Stendardo

3 Legacy Award Presentation to Sam Ciccolini 1

4 Legacy Award Presentation to Sam Ciccolini 2

5 Sam Ciccolini at the podium

Attendance

The Ardorini Missionaries celebrate 50 years of apostolate in Canada

A celebration to remember

Accepting the invitation extended by Father Eugenio Filice with pleasure and enthusiasm, a full house gathered at Bellvue Manor on September 18, 2026, for a fabulous and unforgettable evening of joy in a festive, family-like atmosphere.
Attendees came from far and wide—not only from the vast Archdiocese of Toronto (spanning from Oshawa to Mississauga and Brampton, and from Lake Ontario to King City) but also from Italy, the United States (Philadelphia and California), and Tanzania (Africa).
The head table seated two bishops (His Excellency John Boissonneau and His Excellency Prosper Lyimo), six priests, and four laypeople. The hall was filled with friends, parishioners, and benefactors, as well as civil authorities and representatives from various clubs.
The program featured two components:
a religious segment, accompanied by a visual presentation produced and narrated by Father Renato Gaglianone, highlighting the life of the Venerable Gaetano Mauro—founder of the Ardorini Missionaries—and the apostolic, educational, and recreational activities serving communities in India, Tanzania (Africa), and Colombia (South America);
a social segment, featuring dancing accompanied by music and vocals provided by a DJ Vinz Derosa.
There was enthusiastic participation from everyone—organizers and guests alike—under the expert guidance of the renowned Master of Ceremonies, Mr. Sam Ciccolini.
It was an evening to be fondly remembered by all who attended. The Ardorini Missionaries extend their heartfelt thanks to everyone and pledge to continue their mission of service and fervent prayer for all, especially for their friends and benefactors.
Many thanks,
Padre Eugenio FiliceMissionario Ardorino

 

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