By Rodney Gicana

A lovely and fun day to remember with Centralian family and friends.

A Centralian bond – On September 9, 2023, the CPU Alumni Association of Greater Toronto Area (CPUAAGTA) met together at Centennial Park, Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada for their 2023 Annual Picnic. There were about 80 attendees hailing from Toronto and the other adjoining cities.

Rod Gonzales, member CPUAAGTA Board of Advisers, led the programme and the devotional time with the message centered on the importance of meeting together. Norma Van Dusen, CPUAAGTA Board of Directors, and Rodney Gicana, CPUAAGTA Vice President welcomed the attendees and introduced the newcomers.

There was a very lively community singing and special song numbers were rendered by Lisha Gicana and Dion Flores. The Bahandi singers also sang a medley of Ilonggo folk songs.

The potluck lunch was enjoyed by everyone as favorite dishes were shared. There was a sumptuous Filipino menu with of course the classic lechon!

After lunch, Rod Gonzales and Edwin Frank Arroz, members Board of Advisers were the game masters with a lot of prizes donated by the members. One of the games is a trivia about CPU.

We thank the Lord for allowing us to meet, fellowship, and enjoy the warmth of the summer sun before the cold Canadian winter comes again.

CPU Alumni Association of Greater Toronto Area (CPUAAGTA).

CPUAAGTA Executive Officers for 2023-2025

President – Meriam Amy

Vice President – Rodney Gicana

Treasurer – Kellah Dayao

Asst. Treasurer – Jolly Alocilja

Press Relations Officer – Cheryl Obregon

Asst. Press Relations Officer – Faith Hope Gicana

Business Manager – Cesar Grecia

Asst. Business Manager – Elizabeth Melgar

Auditor – Cherrel Matsugu

Asst. Auditor – Elizabeth Castor

 

Board of Directors:

Rose Celiz

Remy Dime

Rose Jabat

Jun Faldas

Pancho Lamigo

Norma Van Dusen

Board of Advisers:

Edwin Frank Arroz

Jose Denzil Daquiado

Rick Falco

Rod Gonzales