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Branching Out
Alumni Gatherings Far & Wide
Ask An Alum Speakers Series
The Ask an Alum Speakers Series allows our alumni to share their professional and personal journeys in online presentations and conversations. Coming from a broad range of careers, their varied experiences showcase the success and diversity of LCC graduates and serve as learning opportunities for the larger LCC community.
IN 2022–2023, WE WELCOMED THE FOLLOWING SPEAKERS:
October 25, 2022
David Minicucci ’08, Pre-U ’09: Owner of Montreal’s famous Cosmo’s diner, David spoke about entrepreneurship and being the first restaurant in Canada to enter the metaverse.
February 21, 2023
Jamie Winterstern ’02, Pre-U ’03: Writer/Director Jamie Winterstern described creating a first feature film and making a career as an artist.
WHISKY NIGHT
November 17, 2022
Thanks to host Toby Lyle ’94, owner of The Burgundy Lion pub, Whisky Night was once again a fun evening with lots of laughs. Toby expertly guided the appreciative guests through a series of delicious tastings.
OTTAWA ALUMNI REUNION
November 29, 2022
The Ottawa Alumni Reunion, held at the Ottawa Conference and Event Centre, did not disappoint. We welcomed over 40 alumni and their guests for an evening of mingling and dinner. Thank you to Marco Vocisano ’80 for helping with the logistics.
NON NOBIS SOLUM LUNCH
December 14, 2022
Montreal-area alumni from the Classes of 1950 through 1975 have a long-standing tradition of getting together every month at Brasserie Le Manoir on St. Jacques Street for the Non Nobis Solum lunch. Retired faculty and staff are also welcome. Interested in joining? Contact: alumni@lcc.ca.
WINE TASTING
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
Our annual Wine Tasting event in Montreal was a spirited success. The food, wine and company were all outstanding and made for an excellent evening. Thanks go out to former LCC parents Leo Rabinovitch of Leanto Wines, and Pino Forgione of Beatrice Restaurant.
TORONTO ALUMNI REUNION
February 8, 2023
Our Toronto alumni joined us for a rousing evening at the University of Toronto Faculty Club. Thank you to Allan Bonner ’71 who helped secure our venue.
YOUNG ALUMNI MENTORING EVENT
January 25, 2023
Our second virtual mentoring event brought together a panel of young alumni to share their post-secondary choices and experiences and answer questions from students in Middle and Senior School.
Thank you to our panelists Allie Amiel ’21, Pre-U ’22, Sasha Belland ’21, Julian del Greco ’21, Pre-U ’22, Edouard Des ParoisPerrault ’21, Ella Jangl ’21, Pre-U ’22, Jackson Labell-Nevard ’18, Pre-U ’19, and Alex Laurin ’22 for an engaging and informative discussion.
VANCOUVER ALUMNI REUNION
April 4, 2023
It was great to see a record number of alumni at The Jericho Tennis Club. Thanks to Tim Hayman ’65 for helping coordinate the evening.
CALGARY ALUMNI REUNION
April 5, 2023
It was lovely to host an in-person reunion in Calgary at The Calgary Petroleum Club for cocktails and dinner. Thanks to all for coming out!
LIONFEST REUNION WEEKEND
SEPTEMBER 29 & 30, 2023
Save the date for the LIONfest Alumni Reunion Weekend. We are welcoming all classes (ending in 3 and 8) celebrating their milestone reunions this year.