73rd President's Ball
On Saturday, October 4th, 2025, the 73rd Annual President's Ball brought together members, executives, community leaders, and valued partners at Paramount Event Space to celebrate the achievements of remarkable individuals within our Italian‑Canadian community.
A heartfelt thank you to our President, Tony Cocuzzo, for his exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment to the excellence of our organization. His vision, dedication, and steady guidance have not only strengthened our community but have also elevated CIBPA's presence within the broader Italian‑Canadian–U.S. business landscape. Under his leadership, this past year has been marked by meaningful connections, continued growth, and an expanded reach that has further amplified the impact of our mission.
A well-deserved congratulations to this the 2025 CIBPA Awards of Excellence recipients:
- Lifetime Contribution Award - The Honourable Frank Iacobucci
- President's Award - Sabrina Fiorellino
- Professional Excellence Award - Dr. Andrea Rigamonti
- Business Excellence Award - Silvy Wright
- Community Leader Award - Rina Pillitteri
- Woman of the Year Award -Julie Di Lorenzo
- NextGen Award - Selena Paglia
And a sincere thank you to our Sponsors:
- Title - Deloitte
- Gold - Fero International Inc.
- Silver - Choice Properties, Masters Insurance, Maxim Protech Ltd
- Bronze - Absolute Air Systems, Fengate, Lavazza, Ierfino & Associates (I&A)
- Donation Sponsorship - Women of the CIBPA
- Program - McKesson Canada & KPMG
- Photo Booth - LiunaLocal 506
- Decor - Northbridge Financial Corporation
- Entertainment - Cadillac Fairview
