About Us
We are your partner for the Canadian Market!
60 years of experience, developing the strongest business network in Canada.
Italian Chamber of Commerce Ontario Canada
Established with roots dating back to the 1930s and officially recognized in 1961, ICCO Canada is a private, independent, and non-profit organization. We are the definitive institutional bridge dedicated to enhancing trade, investment, and cultural synergy between Italy and Canada.
Ontario is home to over 1.3 million people of Italian descent, providing a powerful cultural and commercial springboard. ICCO Canada acts as the vital link for Italian companies looking to bridge the Atlantic. We provide the local expertise, cultural nuances, and market data necessary for Italian enterprises to understand, adapt, and scale within the complex Canadian business landscape.
CCO Canada does not work in isolation. We are a driving force within the most influential business networks:
We operate in total synergy with the Embassy of Italy, the Consulate General, and the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), ENIT, and Italian Cultural Institute.
160 service points in the world
20,000 associates
300,000 businesses
9 Chambers in North America
(3 Canada, 5 USA, 1 Mexico)
Board of Directors
Presidency
- Tony Altomare – Co-President
President, Inter-Transport Ltd.
- Patrick Pelliccione – Co-President
President, Jan K. Overweel Limited
- Vittorio Turinetti di Priero – Vice President
Partner, LCA Solutions Srl – Milano (Italy)
- John Fabbro – Trasurer
Partner, Taxation Services, KPMG LLP
- Greg Farano – Secretary
Partner, Gardiner Roberts LLP
- Marco Zambon – Executive Director
Executive Director – Italian Chamber of Commerce of Ontario Canada
Directors
- Joseph Balsamo
CFP, CIM | Senior Wealth Advisor, Senior Portfolio Manager | Balsamo Financial Group | CIBC Wood Gundy | CIBC Private Wealth Management
- Daniela Carcasole
Partner, Ernst & Young LLP
- Mary Dalimonte
President, Retail and Food Transformations, Mary Dalimonte Inc.
- Ernie DeCarlo
Vice-President, Regional Accounts, Concord National – Ontario Division
- Enrico De Pasquale
Principal, Entra Investments Inc.
- Antonio Di Domenico
Partner, Fasken Martineau DuMoulin LLP
- Giuseppe Fiorella
General Manager, AB Energy Canada Ltd
- Jenny Longo
Vice President, Private Brands, Longo Brothers Fruit Markets Inc.
- Bambina Marcello
Head of Business Development , Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.
- Mario Nigro
Partner, Stikeman Elliott LLP
- Domenic Primucci
President, Pizza Nova
- Ron Sedran
Managing Director, Equity Capital Markets, Canaccord Genuity
- Deanna Stea
Partner, Reeves Richarz LLP
- Flavio Volpe
President, APMA (Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association)
- Marco Zambon
Executive Director, Italian Chamber of Commerce of Ontario Canada
- Omar Zausa
President, Ferrero Canada
Honourees
H.E. Alessandro Cattaneo
Ambassador, Embassy of Italy to Canada
Luca Zelioli
Consul General, Consulate General of Italy in Toronto
ICCO Canada Staff
Our Strategic Assets
Extensive Network of Contacts
We represent a curated network of 300+ members and serve as the central hub for the 1.3 million Italian-Canadians in Ontario. This deep local integration provides our partners with immediate access to one of the most influential demographic and economic groups in Canada.
High-Impact Events
Our calendar is designed for strategic visibility. From large-scale galas and industry seminars to intimate networking sessions, we create the environments where the community and business leaders meet.
Qualified B2B Matchmaking
We facilitate direct, vetted business meetings between Italian commercial partners and Canadian investors. Our goal is to move beyond introductions and drive measurable commercial outcomes.
Institutional Bridge
We navigate the complexities of government relations. We maintain direct, daily contact with Sistema Italia and serve as a trusted consultant for Canadian municipal, provincial, and federal government agencies.
Spazio Camera
We offer more than just advice; we offer a physical home for business. Spazio Camera provides Italian companies with a sophisticated Toronto headquarters, including temporary office space, product showrooms, and a professional venue for hosting Canadian clients.