Jack Prazeres was a founding member of Luso Canadian Charitable Society in 2002 and is the current LCCS President.

Jack is also the President of Senso Group Building Supplies and is a well known, respected businessman who has been associated with various professional and community boards, including the Peel Police Services Board, being a Trustee of the Bricklayers Pension Fund Local 1, a past President of Masonry Contractors Association of Toronto, a past President of the Portuguese Cultural Centre of Mississauga, a past Director of the Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) and a past Chair of the Carassauga Festival of Cultures.

Recognized for his outstanding community commitment and positive impact, Jack has received many awards, including the Order of Portugal – Commendador, the Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship and the Recipient of the Queens Diamond Jubilee Award, just to name just a few.

Joe Botelho has been a member of the Board of Directors of Luso Canadian Charitable Society since 2011. In addition to being a Vice-President for the LCCS board, Joe is the President of the Luso Support Centre Hamilton Board of Directors, creating a strong link between our GTA and Hamilton Centres and the communities they serve. He is the President of Target Drywall & Acoustics and works tirelessly on Luso’s behalf.

Manuel A. Alves (Tino) has been a member of the Board of Directors of Luso Canadian Charitable Society since 2019 and holds the position of Treasurer. Tino is a Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) and President of ONIT Construction. He is well respected in the industrial, commercial and institutional sectors of construction with an array of high-profile municipal, public works and transportation project experience completed.

Dante DiGiovanni has been a member of the Board of Directors of Luso Canadian Charitable Society since 2011 and holds the position of Secretary. Dante is the Owner and President of Blair Building Materials and has been involved with various construction and masonry boards such as TORBSA, Masonry Works Council of Ontario, Ontario Masonry Contractors Association and Ontario Masonry Design Awards Committee.

Alfredo Pita has been a member of the Board of Directors of Luso Canadian Charitable Society since 2011. Alfredo is the Senior Advisory Manager with F. Silveira, Chartered Professional Accountants. In addition to his financial expertise, Alfredo brings to the Board his experiences with the Portuguese Cultural Centre of Mississauga and Carassauga Festival of Cultures.

Bernardino Ferreira has been a valued member of the Board of Directors of Luso Canadian Charitable Society since 2014. Bernardino is the Vice-President of LiUNA! Local 183 and a strong contributor to the continued growth and success of Luso.

Cesar Bras has been a member of the Board of Directors of Luso Canadian Charitable Society since 2019. Cesar is President of Top-Line Roofing & Sheet Metal.

Christine Rodrigues has been a member of the Board of Directors of Luso Canadian Charitable Society since 2012. Christine is the Senior Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer of National Bank Independent Network and brings several years of financial sector experience to the Board. As the sister of a Luso participant, she is a strong advocate for the organization and provides a valued family perspective on the needs of persons living with disabilities.

Cristina Marques has been a member of the Board of Directors of Luso Canadian Charitable Society since 2015. Cristina has served on numerous boards and committees at municipal, federal and educational levels, including the National Round Table on the Environment and the Economy, as well as the City of Toronto and Brampton Committees of Adjustments. She brings knowledge of adjudication, mediation and advocating in communities, including her experience as a board member for the Safehaven Project for Community Living.

David Mare has been a member of the Board of Directors of Luso Canadian Charitable Society since 2020. In addition, David is the President of the Luso Support Centre GTA Board of Directors. He is the General Manager at Senso Waste Management and a member of Ontario Waste Management Association.

Erminio Oliveri has been a member of the Board of Directors of Luso Canadian Charitable Society since 2011. He is well connected to the construction industry through his position at Brampton Brick.

Filipe Morgado has been a member of the Board of Directors of Luso Canadian Charitable Society since 2018. Filipe is the President of Legacy Masonry.

Fortunato Manvati (Tuccio) has been a member of the Board of Directors of Luso Canadian Charitable Society since 2019. Tuccio is a Sergeant with Peel Regional Police and a highly regarded and active member of the community.

Frank Melo has been a member of the Board of Directors of Luso Canadian Charitable Society since 2011. Frank is the President of J.T.M. Inc., providing consulting, contracting and maintenance expertise to co-operative housing and shelter/support operators. He has served as Director of Building Services for Mainstay Housing, the largest supportive housing provider in Ontario and as Asset Manager for City Park Co-Operative Apartments Inc.

Julio DeJesus has been a member of the Board of Directors of Luso Canadian Charitable Society Board of Directors since 2012. He has more than 23 years in the financial sector holding executive positions at both CIBC and BMO with extensive experience managing market risk and providing some unique perspectives to risk, client relationships and project management.

Mario Nunes has been a member of the Board of Directors of Luso Canadian Charitable Society since 2014. Mario is the Senior Technical Sales professional of ICI Masonry with Brampton Brick and has a civil engineering background.

Nelson Cidade has been a member of the Board of Directors of Luso Canadian Charitable Society since 2014. Nelson is a Business Representative from the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 46 and provides valuable ongoing support for Luso and its families.

Otilia Prazeres has been a member of the Board of Directors of Luso Canadian Charitable Society since 2011. Otilia is the Controller of Senso Group and brings a sound financial background along with her past board experiences with the Portuguese Cultural Centre of Mississauga and Carassauga Festival of Cultures.

Rui Ramos has been a member of the Board of Directors of Luso Canadian Charitable Society since 2011. A registered agent at RE/MAX Ultimate Realty Brokerage, Rui provides valuable market insights, perspectives and community awareness to the Board.