Dear Members

With the first arrival of snow, winter has quietly descended upon us. As we’re preparing for Christmas and the related festivities, the Committee Members would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a safe and peaceful holiday. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year in 2009!

Bi-Centennial Celebration of Canossa Foundress

On Saturday, September 6, after much hard work and fanfare, the Bi-Centennial celebration of the Canossa Foundress took place at the Golden Regency Restaurant in Markham. It was a successful event with a total attendance of 341 guests from the 4 schools – SMCC, SHCC, SFCC, Sacred Heart Macau. SMCC was proud to occupy 11 tables. Sr. Esther Ling and Sr. Maria Hsu came all the way from San Francisco. All the alumni were very pleased to be able to catch up with both Sisters who hold a soft spot in all our hearts. A special Mass held earlier in the day was presided by retired Bishop Lacey. The church was packed and the choir was beautiful. At the dinner function, a fundraising event resulted in approximately $1000 raised, the proceeds will be forwarded to the Canossian Head Convent in Milan, Italy. It was overall a well attended and joyous event in commemoration of this special occasion.

Valentine Ball

In 2009, the Valentine Ball falls exactly on Valentine Day. Tickets are going fast. Please contact Katherine Hauw to reserve tickets.

Phone: (416) 332-8733 Cell: (416) 569-2664

Congratulations

Our heartfelt congratulations to our longtime and supportive alumni Rita Tsang of TourEast for her recent appointment to the Governing Council of the University of Toronto, her other Alma Mater.

Condolences

Our deepest sympathy to Sophia Ho for the recent loss of her husband Felix on September 25, 2008. Our prayers are with you and your family, Sophia.

Website: www.smccont.org