I Immigrated to Canada in 1991 with my husband John and son Joshua. My daughter Stefanie was born in 1992. President for the fourth term, I look forward to working with the new committee. My passion is people. My strengths are organizing events and fundraisers. My mission is to make a difference as the President of the Canorient Christian Association. ~ Angela Menezes, President I Relocated from Calgary in 2008 with my husband Brian and children Larissa, Brittany and Eldon. Always been an avid supporter of the Canorient Club and served in the Calgary Chapter. I love to meet people and organize various events and look forward to an exciting and eventful year. ~ Christina Lobo, Vice President I An only child of Consti & Lourdine D’Lima. Married Ivan Rosario in 2004, immigrated to Canada in 2005. Admin Assistant by profession. Joined the Committee last year and learnt quite a lot from veteran volunteers who give their whole heart & soul in organizing events for the members. ~ Anta Rosario, Secretary My claim to fame….....I am married for almost 30 years to the Membership Director for "life", Walter Mendes. The unselfish giving of so many in the community prompted me to volunteer to do my little bit. I know that my predecessors have done a great job and that the state of Finances of the Canorient are in good shape. I plan to continue the strong fiscal management that has been established and I look forward to serving you as Treasurer ~ Celine Mendes, Treasurer I immigrated to Canada in 1996 along with my wife Jennifer, and my two daughters Janine and Jancelle. I believe I possess strong skills in organizing community activities and have participated in many fundraisers. I hope to be instrumental in helping the club grow and look forward to work with the present team. ~ Angelo Rozario, Director Married to Patricia. We have 3 children (Charmaine, Joshua & Melanie). Working in a Financial Institution since the last 12 years. Worked in a PR consultancy prior to immigrating to Canada . Happy to join the Canorient committee and look forward to assisting in organizing community events in the year ahead. ~ Charlie Pereira, Director I came to Canada 15 years ago, working as a Tool & Die maker, and a member of The Knight of Columbus. Currently holding the postion of Dep Grand Knight. I am also active in our church helping with various activities.Hope to make the year 2009 a fun and energetic year for all ages. ~ Donald Ferro, Director I moved to Canada in 1973 and got married in 1982 to Maryann  Andrew. We have 3 kids (Aaron, Andrea, and Alicia) and have lived in Markham, Ontario for the past 23 years. I enjoy being a part of the Canorient because it allows me to keep in touch with old friends and provides me with an outlet to give back to the community. ~ Errol Pereira, Director Immigrated to Canada with my wife, Jennie and daughter, Schenelle in 1992. I have a Financial Accounting background and later diversified into the Travel and Retail industries. Would like to focus on initiating younger members into the Canorient to carry on the traditions, culture and rich heritage that our senior counterparts have worked so hard to propagate in Canada. ~ Godfrey Cunningham, Director A Laurentian from Karachi, moved to Canada in 2005. Married to Antionette. In my more leisurely time besides cooking some spicy Pakistani foods, love to listen to music like Hard Rock, Reggae, Oldies etc. An active member of the Knights of Columbus. Looking forward to working with the Committee to make a difference. ~ Ivan Rosario, Director Few people know him as John. Just say Pompie and the world knows who he is. They say laughter is the best medicine; there is none better than Pompie to provide this dosage. When he is not entertaining children and grown ups, or playing the part of jolly old Nick or cooking up some concoction on the spur of the moment he is serving the Community through the Committee. ~ John (Pompi) Gois, Director I am married to Diana for 28 years and have a son Craig. I have served as President of the Goan Union and Entertainment Secretary of the KGA. I have also assisted in organizing all P.E.C.H.S. and F.C.C.H.S. shows for the Canorient - TorontoAfter years of working as an Accountant, I decided to venture into a new career. I drive a tractor trailer for a living and enjoy what I do. ~ Terence Cordeiro, Director Tony Soares been in Canada since 1971. From Karachi (Saddar)married and have 5 adult kids. I am professional photographer having taken courses in wedding photography and Adobe Photoshop from Sheridan college. My wife Jenny and I love to travel to different parts of the world. ~ Tony Soares, Director Been in Canada for 27 years. A police officer by profession. An ex-Laurentian. Looking forward to working with the new committee. ~ Viv Meik, Director Immigrated to Canada in 1976. I married my wife Maryanne in Toronto and have 3 most wonderful children in Karen, Christopher and Melissa. I have served in various capacities on previous executive committees and currently involved in various activities with a view to furthering the membership experience. I am currently employed in the Financial & Investment sector / industry in Toronto. ~ Zach Pinto, Director I have been your Membership Director since 1986. It started with Denis David asking me to take over the job. Since I had limited experience with the computer and databases, I was apprehensive but thought it would be a good learning opportunity. The rest is history. I have served under many Presidents and committees and I must say that it has been an enjoyable, and interesting experience. I have met so many wonderful people and I strongly encourage our members to get involved. The rewards are intangible but nevertheless so fulfilling. I am hoping that there will be a surge in memberships as the committee works very hard to plan events for you. ~ Walter Mendes, Membership Director Have been in Canada for eons! Reading and writing are my passion. Made headway with my recent contributions to the Contact and was awarded the Editorship to the magazine. Am really hoping to tap into the wealth of talent in the community and muster all my effort to rope in young adults for some fresh blood and novel ideas. ~ Carole Saldanha, Editor Valentine Gomes, father of three children, loves spending time with his kids, enjoys basketball, pool and poker. Also likes to socialize and help out in the community. ~ Valentine Gomes, Club Manager