Maria is a fervent advocate for education, community empowerment and social justice. She is passionate about her role as a school trustee with the Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB).
Maria has had a lifetime of community service, including her time with the Elizabeth Fry Society, and Catholic Children’s Aid Society. Maria has served as Executive Director of several non-profit organizations including Crohn’s and Colitis Canada. She served as Vice President of the National Congress of Italian Canadians, board member and volunteer of charitable agencies as well as one of the founding members of the North York Community House.
Maria has worked with women’s organizations, health care, childcare, youth and community organizations over the years and has also held volunteer roles. For several years, Maria participated in a political panel on CBC hosted by Suhana Meharchand. Most notably, she was a proud parent member of the school councils where her daughter attended. Maria is a recipient of numerous community service awards.
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