COSTI - A HISTORY IN PROGRESS, A BOOK PUBLICATION OF THE ORGANIZATION'S HISTORY, CHRONICLING MORE THAN 50 YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY.
COSTI – A History in Progress, a book publication chronicling the ogranization's fifty plus years of service to the community, was launched at a gala event at the Revival, and is now available to the broader public. The author of COSTI – A History in Progress, Adriana Suppa, is a freelance journalist and Communications Advisor for the Law Foundation of Ontario, and has been a key volunteer with COSTI for over 10 years in the areas of community development and fundraising. COSTI’s evolution into one of Canada’s largest community-based multicultural organizations can be seen as a mirror image of Canada’s own evolutionary course. As Canada changed over the years, so too did COSTI, with each successive wave of immigration. “COSTI embraces the ideals of this country”, says author Adriana Suppa. “In researching, interviewing and documenting the struggles of newcomers, I have gained a greater respect and appreciation for the organization and its clients. The services COSTI provides are invaluable.” The book tells the story of the many challenges and successes experienced by newly arrived immigrants to Ontario over the last 55 years. It also describes the tireless and selfless efforts of many volunteers and staff, whose roles were pivotal to the success of the organization. The book is broken down by themes such as the founding of COSTI; the establishment of a Women’s Centre; a Refugee Reception Centre; and the organization’s involvement with the United Way, the Toronto Chinese Community Services Association, and the African Canadian Social Development Council. The book also documents the more recent obstacles faced by internationally trained professionals and tradespeople. 
Assisting newcomers with the process of integration, of understanding, and of communication, continue to be the fundamental objectives of COSTI Immigrant Services. Bruno M. Suppa, President of the Board of COSTI is proud that the organization has continued to remain relevant and that it continues to expand its scope with innovative programs created to meet the changing needs of immigrants from every part of the globe. "As a progressive organization whose objective is to provide services to immigrants, COSTI has given thousands the essential tools necessary to become productive contributors to Canadian society". Recognizing the importance of reflecting the cultural make-up of the community that it serves, COSTI has undergone a dramatic change. Today, COSTI operates out of 18 locations throughout Toronto, Peel Region and York Region, with a staff of over 300 people speaking more than 63 languages. Providing help to over 55,000 individuals each year, COSTI has become a welcoming first point of contact for newcomers from all corners of the world. To view images and excerpts from the book, click here [PDF]. COSTI acknowleges with gratitude, the generous financial support of the following sponsors. The publication of COSTI - A History In Progress, was made possible in part, through their contribution.
CAPO SGRO LLP C. J. Graphics Felix Rocca, B.A., L.L.B., of ROCCA, GAUR Piero Suppa The Zanchin Automotive Group
To oder a copy of COSTI - A History in Progress, call 416.658.1600, or email admin@costi.org.
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