OLYMPIC AND PAN AM SPIRIT ALIVE AT 4th MISSISSAUGA YOUTH GAMES 0 Comments | Comment Now
OLYMPIC AND PAN AM SPIRIT ALIVE AT 4th MISSISSAUGA YOUTH GAMES
MISSISSAUGA, ON – October 4th – As excitement build for the 2010 Vancouver Olympics and for the 2015 Toronto Pan American Games Bid, the seeds of future Canadian sporting champions will be planted this weekend at the 4th Mississauga Youth Games. 250 young athletes will compete in six different sports from basketball, cricket, floor hockey, soccer, track and volleyball at the MY Games.
“The Mississauga Youth Games shows how sport unites all ages, genders and cultures in our city. Young aspiring athletes will benefit greatly from their experience here at these Games. We look forward to helping inspire and train future athletes who might compete for Canada at the 2015 Pan American Games in Toronto,” said Louroz Mercader, President of the MY Games Organizing Committee.
Love of Mississauga, belief in the power of sport and a desire for our young people to come and play inspired MY Games Organizing Committee, its volunteers, partners, sponsors and supporters to deliver the 4th Mississauga Youth Games.
MISSISSAUGA, ON – October 4th – As excitement build for the 2010 Vancouver Olympics and for the 2015 Toronto Pan American Games Bid, the seeds of future Canadian sporting champions will be planted this weekend at the 4th Mississauga Youth Games. 250 young athletes will compete in six different sports from basketball, cricket, floor hockey, soccer, track and volleyball at the MY Games.
“The Mississauga Youth Games shows how sport unites all ages, genders and cultures in our city. Young aspiring athletes will benefit greatly from their experience here at these Games. We look forward to helping inspire and train future athletes who might compete for Canada at the 2015 Pan American Games in Toronto,” said Louroz Mercader, President of the MY Games Organizing Committee.
Love of Mississauga, belief in the power of sport and a desire for our young people to come and play inspired MY Games Organizing Committee, its volunteers, partners, sponsors and supporters to deliver the 4th Mississauga Youth Games.
Date and Times: Sunday, October 4, 2008
Opening Ceremony - 9:55 am
Closing and Medals Ceremony – 3:55 pm Location:
Thomas L. Kennedy Secondary School – Athletes’ Village
3100 Hurontario Street, Mississauga
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3100 Hurontario Street, Mississauga
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Mayor Hazel McCallion will help lead young athletes in warm up stretches, and officially declares the Games open.
Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals will be presented to winning teams at the closing ceremony.
MY Games is generously supported by a grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation and sponsored by the Enersource Corporation, the Anastasia Tolias Foundation and Peter Tolias Landscaping and Plowing.
Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals will be presented to winning teams at the closing ceremony.
MY Games is generously supported by a grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation and sponsored by the Enersource Corporation, the Anastasia Tolias Foundation and Peter Tolias Landscaping and Plowing.
A Message from Louroz on the Independence Day of the Philippines 0 Comments | Comment Now
ARAW NG KALAYAAN
The Philippine Declaration of Independence, June 12th, 1898. Filipino revolutionary forces under General Emilio Aguinaldo proclaimed sovereignty and independence of the Philippine Islands.
Maligayang araw ng kalayaan!!!
As Filipinos welcome and celebrate the Indepdence Day of the Philippines with family and friends, my family and I would like to extend our warmest wishes on this commemorative occasion.
Mabuhay!
LOUROZ M. MERCADER
MISSISSAUGA
JUNE 12, 2009
Youth encouraged to volunteer close to home 0 Comments | Comment Now
By John Bkila
The Mississauga News
February 22, 2009
Students learned about Volunteer MBC (Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon), that connects young people with other not-for-profit organizations that meet the volunteer's particular interests.
"Through volunteering, we can direct the individual to their passion," said director, Carine Strong, who was also the keynote speaker at the event.
"If they're doing something they love, it won't feel like work," she added.
During the day an awards presentation was held to recognize the achievements of some of Peel's volunteers, including Daniel Francavilla, 18.
"I wasn't expecting it," said Francavilla, a first-year university student at the Ontario College of Art and Design (OCAD). "I think it's great to be recognized, but it's not without a team effort."
While in grade 10, he founded a not-for-profit charity organization called ACCESS, which gives children in developing worlds a chance at an education.
Telling others it's never very difficult to get involved, Francavilla had this advice for new volunteers.
"Start locally. Volunteer at your school or church and with your friends," he said. "Youth doing something good always gets attention, but starting small that's the key."
The event was funded by Ontario Trillium Foundation and Rapport Youth & Family Services, a not-for-profit community agency providing counseling and support services to youth in Peel.
Published article available at www.mississauganews.com/article/24288''
February 22, 2009
More than 200 young people from across Peel were inspired to change the world yesterday at an event encouraging them to volunteer in their communities.
The third annual Youth Can Move the World Symposium, held at Mississauga Secondary School, taught young people the biggest changes start by working within their own neighbourhoods.
"I think it's important for our youth to think and act locally - changing the focus from across borders, to down the street from our house," said Louroz Mercader, event coordinator. "Youth have so much potential. We need to harness their ideas and energies."
The day included seminars explaining the importance of social, environmental and economic sustainability and a luncheon where participants had the chance to sit down and talk with close to 25 community leaders, from politicians to executive directors of organizations in Peel.
"We also have a fair with 38 agencies from around Peel who are offering meaningful volunteer opportunities to our youth," said Mercader. "This is another chance for participants to introduce themselves and get to be a part of agencies that help their communities."
The third annual Youth Can Move the World Symposium, held at Mississauga Secondary School, taught young people the biggest changes start by working within their own neighbourhoods.
"I think it's important for our youth to think and act locally - changing the focus from across borders, to down the street from our house," said Louroz Mercader, event coordinator. "Youth have so much potential. We need to harness their ideas and energies."
The day included seminars explaining the importance of social, environmental and economic sustainability and a luncheon where participants had the chance to sit down and talk with close to 25 community leaders, from politicians to executive directors of organizations in Peel.
"We also have a fair with 38 agencies from around Peel who are offering meaningful volunteer opportunities to our youth," said Mercader. "This is another chance for participants to introduce themselves and get to be a part of agencies that help their communities."
Louroz Mercader with Mayor Hazel McCallion
Photo by Andrew Ly
"Through volunteering, we can direct the individual to their passion," said director, Carine Strong, who was also the keynote speaker at the event.
"If they're doing something they love, it won't feel like work," she added.
During the day an awards presentation was held to recognize the achievements of some of Peel's volunteers, including Daniel Francavilla, 18.
"I wasn't expecting it," said Francavilla, a first-year university student at the Ontario College of Art and Design (OCAD). "I think it's great to be recognized, but it's not without a team effort."
While in grade 10, he founded a not-for-profit charity organization called ACCESS, which gives children in developing worlds a chance at an education.
Telling others it's never very difficult to get involved, Francavilla had this advice for new volunteers.
"Start locally. Volunteer at your school or church and with your friends," he said. "Youth doing something good always gets attention, but starting small that's the key."
The event was funded by Ontario Trillium Foundation and Rapport Youth & Family Services, a not-for-profit community agency providing counseling and support services to youth in Peel.
Louroz Thanks Community for Supporting 2008 United Way Campaign 0 Comments | Comment Now
"In a difficult year, your compassion gives hope. Thank you for your generosity. Without you, there would be no way." - Louroz MercaderFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 5, 2009
United Way campaign reaches its second-highest achievement
MISSISSAUGA — Despite some of the worst economic news in years, organizations and individuals from across Peel came together in an outpouring of generosity, helping United Way raise $12,517,812 in its 2008 campaign, United Way CEO Shelley White said today at the campaign wrap-up celebration at the Pearson Convention Center.
“We were faced with tremendously challenging economic conditions in 2008,” White said. “I’m so proud of everyone in our community. They dug deep, driving United Way to the second-highest campaign achievement in our history.”
Last September, United Way announced an aggressive campaign goal of $13.5-million, aware of the rapidly growing needs in Peel region. However, the economic turbulence of the past weeks and months sent many individuals and companies reeling.
“We knew we were going to face challenges in the 2008 campaign, but no one expected them to be of the magnitude we experienced,” said Campaign Chair Sean Smith, President of IKON Office Solutions. “Given these extraordinary economic times, we are calling this campaign a tremendous success.”
The money raised in the 2008 campaign support a wide variety of services, programs and initiatives in Peel. This includes a network of 118 programs in more than 50 local social service agencies, community partnerships such as Success By 6 Peel, and grants to support neighbourhood development and social purpose enterprise.
“We know that there is still much work to be done and we expect 2009 to be even more challenging,” said United Way Board Chair Joseph Palumbo. “As the economy continues to worsen, we know that more and more people will turn to agencies supported by United Way. Our first commitment is to provide stable funding for these agencies. It’s in hard times such as these that we show what we’re made of. I am convinced that by working together we can face the tough times ahead.”
United Way of Peel Region was established in 1967 and serves the communities of Brampton, Caledon and Mississauga. Through its Community Fund, United Way invests in services, programs and initiatives that develop resilient people, grow strong families, and build vibrant neighbourhoods and communities. The mission of United Way of Peel Region is to engage with our community, through partnerships, to ensure people are cared for, connected and included.
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Media Contact:
Liz Leake
Director, Communications & Marketing
(905) 602-3624
Louroz Helps select 2008 Spirit Awards winners for United Way 0 Comments | Comment Now
February 5, 2009
United Way of Peel Region announces 2008 Spirit Award winners
MISSISSAUGA — United Way of Peel Region today announced the recipients of the 2008 Campaign Spirit Awards at its 2008 Community Achievement Celebration held at the Pearson Convention Center in Brampton.
“The Spirit Awards honour outstanding and inspirational campaigns that demonstrate team spirit while raising funds for United Way,” said United Way CEO Shelley White. “Despite difficult economic times, our community came together and helped us raise a total of $12,517,812, the second highest achievement in our history.”
The following organizations received Spirit Awards:
Best First-Time Campaign:
Presented to first-time workplace campaigns that demonstrate outstanding participation.
Winners: Daimler Trucks North America, Mississauga; Teradata Canada, Mississauga; and Citi Cards, Mississauga
Outstanding Joint Union-Management Campaign:
Winners: Daimler Trucks North America, Mississauga; Teradata Canada, Mississauga; and Citi Cards, Mississauga
Outstanding Joint Union-Management Campaign:
Presented to both public and private sector joint union and management campaigns that best exemplify teamwork and leadership.
Public SectorWinner: Peel Regional Police and Peel Regional Police Association
Private Sector Winners:
Public SectorWinner: Peel Regional Police and Peel Regional Police Association
Private Sector Winners:
ESAB Group Canada Inc., Mississauga and United Steelworkers Local 9042;
Samuel, Son & Co., Mississauga and the United Steelworkers Local 6398; and
Canada Post Corporation, Mississauga and Canadian Union of Postal Workers, Public Services Alliance of Canada, Canadian Postmasters and Assistants Association, Association of Postal Officials of Canada.
Outstanding Agency Campaign Award:
Samuel, Son & Co., Mississauga and the United Steelworkers Local 6398; and
Canada Post Corporation, Mississauga and Canadian Union of Postal Workers, Public Services Alliance of Canada, Canadian Postmasters and Assistants Association, Association of Postal Officials of Canada.
Outstanding Agency Campaign Award:
Presented to a United Way-funded agency that has exceptional participation in its employee United Way campaign.
Winners: Canadian Mental Health Association/Peel Branch (locations in Brampton and Mississauga); Caledon Community Services, Caledon; and Catholic Cross-cultural Services (locations in Brampton and Mississauga).
Best National Employee Campaign:
Winners: Canadian Mental Health Association/Peel Branch (locations in Brampton and Mississauga); Caledon Community Services, Caledon; and Catholic Cross-cultural Services (locations in Brampton and Mississauga).
Best National Employee Campaign:
Presented to an organization that runs an exceptional national campaign and has the greatest increase in participation and/or dollars raised. To be eligible, organizations must be headquartered in Peel and have locations across the country that run a coordinated campaign.
Winners: Baxter Corporation, Mississauga; and Wells Fargo Financial Corporation Canada, Mississauga.
Outstanding Corporate Campaign Award:
Winners: Baxter Corporation, Mississauga; and Wells Fargo Financial Corporation Canada, Mississauga.
Outstanding Corporate Campaign Award:
Presented to a corporation that excels in many areas of corporate support.
Winners: The Pepsi Bottling Group (Canada) Co., Mississauga; GE Canada, Mississauga
Speakers’ Bureau Award:
Winners: The Pepsi Bottling Group (Canada) Co., Mississauga; GE Canada, Mississauga
Speakers’ Bureau Award:
Presented to a member of the United Way Speakers’ Bureau who is an outstanding ambassador and public speaker.
Winner: Bill Bates, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel volunteer.
Outstanding Leadership Giving Campaign Award:
Winner: Bill Bates, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel volunteer.
Outstanding Leadership Giving Campaign Award:
Given to organizations that conduct an exemplary Leadership Giving Campaign. A leadership donor gives more than $1,000 annually to United Way.
Winners: City of Mississauga; IKON Office Solutions Inc., Mississauga
Outstanding Employee Campaign Award: Presented to the workplace campaigns that show an outstanding increase in employee participation and achieve excellent results.
Winners: Whirlpool Canada LP, Mississauga; General Mills Canada Corp., Mississauga; and GlaxoSmithKline Inc., Mississauga.
‘It’s Your Say’ Spirit Award for Youth:
Winners: City of Mississauga; IKON Office Solutions Inc., Mississauga
Outstanding Employee Campaign Award: Presented to the workplace campaigns that show an outstanding increase in employee participation and achieve excellent results.
Winners: Whirlpool Canada LP, Mississauga; General Mills Canada Corp., Mississauga; and GlaxoSmithKline Inc., Mississauga.
‘It’s Your Say’ Spirit Award for Youth:
This award recognizes the vital importance of involving young people in United Way’s work of building a strong and vibrant community for everyone. It is presented to both a secondary school and an elementary or middle school that raises awareness of United Way in its campaign and engages the local community.
Winners: Kindree Public School, Mississauga; and Bramalea Secondary School, Brampton.
Pacesetter Award:
Winners: Kindree Public School, Mississauga; and Bramalea Secondary School, Brampton.
Pacesetter Award:
Presented to an organization that takes the lead by making a written commitment to support United Way prior to the public launch of the campaign.
Winner: General Mills Canada Corp., Mississauga.
Chair’s Award of Merit:
Winner: General Mills Canada Corp., Mississauga.
Chair’s Award of Merit:
This award honours an organization that has gone above and beyond their traditional support for United Way.
Winner: The Pepsi Bottling Group (Canada) Co., Mississauga.
Spirit Award winners were selected by the following panel of judges: United Way Board member Louroz Mercader; CEO Shelley White; Resource Development Director Ted Fauteux; Labour Community Services of Peel Labour Director Susan Mortimer; Sandy Milakovic, Executive Director, Canadian Mental Health Association/Peel Branch; Angela Stevens, Canada Post and member of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers; and Sharon Whelan, Bantrel.
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Media contact:
Liz Leake, Director, Communications & Marketing
(905) 602-3624
Winner: The Pepsi Bottling Group (Canada) Co., Mississauga.
Spirit Award winners were selected by the following panel of judges: United Way Board member Louroz Mercader; CEO Shelley White; Resource Development Director Ted Fauteux; Labour Community Services of Peel Labour Director Susan Mortimer; Sandy Milakovic, Executive Director, Canadian Mental Health Association/Peel Branch; Angela Stevens, Canada Post and member of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers; and Sharon Whelan, Bantrel.
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Media contact:
Liz Leake, Director, Communications & Marketing
(905) 602-3624
Statement on the Swearing-in of President Obama 0 Comments | Comment Now
January 20, 2009
Mississauga, Ontario - Louroz M. Mercader today made the following statement about the swearing in of President Barack Obama:
“Today marks an extraordinary moment in the history of our world with the inauguration of Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States.
This moment will forever be etched in the minds of so many of us as one of those moments for which you remember where you were and what you were doing when it happened.
President Obama's message of hope, is a message that resonates not just across the United States, but across Canada and around the world. He has inspired the hearts of many, especially the young and ethnic minorities. My generation and I expect some great things from this presidency.
I join with millions of young people from around the world in congratulating President Obama and am thrilled that Canada will soon welcome him here during his first official foreign visit.”
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Mississauga, Ontario - Louroz M. Mercader today made the following statement about the swearing in of President Barack Obama:
“Today marks an extraordinary moment in the history of our world with the inauguration of Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States.
This moment will forever be etched in the minds of so many of us as one of those moments for which you remember where you were and what you were doing when it happened.
President Obama's message of hope, is a message that resonates not just across the United States, but across Canada and around the world. He has inspired the hearts of many, especially the young and ethnic minorities. My generation and I expect some great things from this presidency.
I join with millions of young people from around the world in congratulating President Obama and am thrilled that Canada will soon welcome him here during his first official foreign visit.”
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Louroz Mercader Launches Powerful New Website LOUROZMERCADER.COM 0 Comments | Comment Now
On the ocassion of his 26th birthday, Louroz Mercader is seen cutting the ribbon to officialy launch www.lourozmercader.com with Director of Policy, Arthur Kong; Using his I Phone to access the site as the first visitor, Aaron Chan; and Daniel Francavilla, Director of CommunicationsFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MISSISSAUGA – January 3, 2009. On January 2, 2009 Louroz Mercader launched the first step in his 2010 municipal campaign “Together for Change. Together for Mississauga.” emphasizing the unprecedented energy and passion of the next generation of leaders.
The website allows visitors to study issues, read about major accomplishments, communicate directly with Louroz, join the campaign team and view Louroz in action in the community.
“I hope this website will help you learn more about me, my history of struggle and work in Mississauga and my vision and ideas. I hope it will communicate to you my passion, commitment and love for my city and her people. Most of all, I hope this website will inspire you to join with us in our effort to claim Mississauga's great future” – Louroz Mercader
"It's both exciting and rewarding to be working on LourozMercader.com, and I'm looking forward to being part of Mr. Mercader's municipal campaign in the future." - Daniel Francavilla, www.DanielDesign.ca
A proven leader with over a decade of public sector experience, Louroz has worked tirelessly to deliver innovate free programs for youth; promote the development of a sustainable transportation system and the building of strong healthy neighborhoods.
In 2008 Louroz served as President of the Mississauga Youth Games and Program Coordinator of Youth Can Move the World. He serves on the board of directors of the GO Transit Customer Service Advisory Committee, Safe City Mississauga and the United Way of Peel Region.
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For more information:
Louroz M. Mercader
M: 647.230.9722
E: louroz@lourozmercader.com
W: www.lourozmercader.com
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