CIBPA of Toronto

10/06/2026

We are proud to recognize Martelli Foods for their generous support of the 74th President’s Gala.

Rooted in a family passion for food dating back to 1927, the Martelli brand carries forward generations of Italian food tradition. Today, Martelli Foods offers an extensive selection of products, with a continued focus on quality and authenticity.

Thank you to Martelli Foods for generously providing product for our Gala gift bags and for sharing a taste of Italian tradition with our guests.

10/06/2026

We are proud to recognize Derlea Foods as the Gift Bag Sponsor of the 74th President’s Gala.

Proudly Canadian and family owned and operated, Derlea has been bringing authentic flavour to Canadian kitchens for almost 50 years. What began with a Sicilian family garlic spread recipe has grown into a trusted line of fresh garlic, spreads, sauces, and other flavour solutions.

Thank you to Derlea for their generous support of this year’s Gala!

10/05/2026

10/02/2026

We are honoured to welcome Tony Cocuzzo, Immediate Past President of CIBPA Toronto, as Master of Ceremonies for the 74th President’s Gala.

Tony will guide us through tomorrow night’s program as we recognize the 2026 CIBPA Awards of Excellence recipients and celebrate the Italian heritage at the heart of CIBPA Toronto.

We look forward to welcoming over 800 guests for a sold-out evening of recognition, connection, and celebration.

09/30/2026

We are proud to welcome cortelgroup as the Program Sponsor of the 74th President’s Gala.

Cortel Group is an Ontario-based group of companies focused on building complete communities across the province. Through its residential and commercial developments, Cortel brings together housing, amenities, green space, services, and connectivity to create communities designed for the people who live in them.

Thank you to Cortel Group for supporting the 74th President’s Gala and helping advance the work of the CIBPA Education Foundation and CIBPA Place.

Only three days to go! We look forward to welcoming our guests to the 74th President’s Gala on October 2nd.

CommunityLeaders

09/27/2026

Congratulations, Justice Pina D’Agostino, on this well-deserved recognition from the ABRUZZO A TAVOLA event.
It was wonderful to celebrate this special achievement, our community, and the richness of Italian culture.

09/22/2026

We are proud to welcome CITY LIFE MAGAZINE as a Bronze Sponsor of the 74th President’s Gala.

Published by Dolce Media Group, City Life Magazine connects readers with stories celebrating people, businesses, culture, lifestyle, and the communities that shape our city.

Thank you to City Life Magazine for supporting the 74th President’s Gala and helping advance the work of the CIBPA Education Foundation and CIBPA Place.

We look forward to welcoming everyone on October 2nd.

09/21/2026

We are proud to welcome TLN TV as a Media Sponsor of the 74th President’s Gala.

For over 40 years, TLN Media Group has played a key role in Canada’s multicultural media landscape, connecting communities through culturally significant television and digital content in English, Italian, and Spanish.

Thank you to Aldo Di Felice and the TLN team for its continued partnership with CIBPA Toronto and for helping share the stories, achievements, and contributions of the Italian-Canadian community.

We look forward to welcoming TLN on October 2nd as they join us in recognizing the 2026 CIBPA Awards of Excellence recipients.

09/19/2026

We are proud to welcome Kaneff Group as the Décor Sponsor of the 74th President’s Gala.

Founded in 1951, Kaneff Group is an established real estate developer, builder, and property manager with more than 70 years of experience. The company has built more than 10,000 residential suites and homes and has an extensive portfolio spanning residential, commercial, and golf properties across Ontario.

Thank you to Kaneff Group for supporting the 74th President’s Gala and helping advance the work of the CIBPA Education Foundation and CIBPA Place.

We look forward to welcoming everyone on October 2nd.

09/18/2026

Congratulations Sam Primucci, A Legacy of Business and Community Leadership.

CiBPA Toronto was pleased to attend, the National Congress of Italian Canadians (NCIC) annual Tutti Insieme Gala, bringing together community leaders, philanthropists, and members of the Italian-Canadian diaspora to celebrate extraordinary community contributions. The highlight of the evening was honoring Sam Primucci, founder of Pizza Nova, for his decades of business leadership and community support.

After immigrating to Canada from Basilicata, Italy, Sam Primucci co-founded Pizza Nova in 1963. Over six decades, the family business expanded into an iconic brand with over 150 locations across Ontario. The Gala highlighted how Sam Primucci’s journey—from arriving in Canada to building a major business— represents the positive impact of the Italian-Canadian community. Throughout this growth, Primucci kept community stewardship central to the company’s mission. Decades of support for Variety Village via the That’s Amore Pizza for Kids campaign, raising millions for children with physical abilities; home to the Primucci Pavilion. Scarborough Health Network and continuous sponsorship of community initiatives, youth sports, and senior support services and many more.

The Primucci family received a warm welcome from attendees, community leaders, and elected officials. Sam was joined by his family, including his sons Domenic and Michael Primucci.
Domenic who currently serves as President of Pizza Nova and continues to champion the philanthropic principles established by his father, reinforcing the family’s commitment to giving back to the GTA.

Congratulations, Sam and the Primucci family, on this very well-deserved recognition.