Established in October 2013, the Calabrian Benevolent Association of Ontario (CBAO) is made up of individuals who share a desire to contribute to community development in our province. With a mandate of helping to develop social and cultural capacity in the Italian-Canadian community, we intend to become recognized by our acts of benevolence.
Founding Members
Ralph Chiodo
Ralph Ciccia
Nick Ierfino
Tony Cosentino
Fausto Gaudio
Gesualdo Mastruzzo
Salvatore Mittica
Tony Muto
Basil Policaro
Domenic Saverino
Umberto Tarzia
Vince Verduci
Current Board
As an outcome of the first official meeting, of those candidates acclaimed at our ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING, we announce our AAA+++ CBAO Board:
A for the ACTION in undertaking a role requiring valued time, expertise and dedication
A for the AMBITION they share in executing a long term vision for the Association
A for the ACCOLADES they deserve and have earned for the commitment in ensuring “ACTS OF BENEVOLENCE inspire investment in community development initiatives”
Board of Directors
Fausto Gaudio, Chair
Gesualdo Mastruzzo, Vice-Chair
Ralph Chiodo, Founding Chair
John Mandarino, Past Chair
Ralph Ciccia, Secretary
Morris Cariola, Deputy Treasurer
Gino Alberelli, Director
Tony Altomare, Director
Roberto Bandiera, Director
Tony Muto, Director
Basil Policaro, Director
Domenic Presta, Director
It takes a community
The CBAO Centre, which houses the CBAO Seniors Day Program, became a reality in large part because of the generosity of the following individuals and organizations. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to each of them.
| The Ralph Chiodo Family Active Green+Ross Associated Mechanical Insulation Bramtor Electric Supply Company, Ltd. |
Carpenters Local 27, Carpenters District Council of Ontario Classic Mouldings GO Logistics Milicorp Construction |
Penguin Random House Canada Rotary Club of Woodbridge Enzo Todeda & Family Tripar Improvements Villa Kitchens |
Our Foundation
The charitable arm of our association, the Calabrian Benevolent Foundation, is a registered Canadian charity. Charity Registration Number: 80352 0360 RR0001.