Author: Ken Wong

On a perfect day, 25 Aug 2024, for outdoor enjoyment, our all-time Scouts leader, Ambrose Cheung (70), with the joint efforts of chapter president, Kevin Kwok (88), Raymond Au (61), David Sin (69), Thomas Leung (73), Gordon Tam (77), Ken Wong (90), Raymond Dau (91), Chris Fong (94), Michael Kong (94), Sunny Leung (95), Alex Tsoi (16), Kenny Fong (17), Cosmo Chan (23) and Gabriel Wong (23) organized a fantastic picnic that brought together a remarkable community of La Salle old boys and their families, retired LSC teachers, and overseas La Salle old boys and joint school friends. The event was a resounding success, filled with camaraderie, delicious food, and warm conversations.

The picnic was held at Adams Park, Scarborough, a scenic spot that provided the ideal setting for the gathering. As guests arrived, they were greeted by the vibrant atmosphere created by the organizers with Starbucks coffee. The picnic area was thoughtfully arranged with a comfortable setting, a school banner, and a spread of delectable food and drinks instantly set the tone for a relaxing day. The culinary offerings were a major highlight, with an impressive array of dishes and beverages, including bubble tea and Iced lemon tea prepared by the organizers. From savory roast pig to well-prepared dishes and various desserts, the food was plentiful and catered to all tastes. The drinks flowed freely, adding to the cheerful vibe of the day. Special thanks were given to Michael WK Chan (63), Danny Au Yeung (67), Peter Lau (70), Kevin Kwok (88), and Chris Fong (94), whose generous sponsorship ensured that no one went hungry or thirsty.

The day was made even more special by the presence of retired LSC teacher, Mr. Chan Tong, who was warmly welcomed by the attendees. Their attendance added a nostalgic touch to the event, as old boys reconnected with their former mentors. The gathering also served as a reunion for La Salle’s old boys, their families, and overseas old boys, fostering a sense of unity and shared history.

Throughout the day, guests enjoyed catching up with one another. The atmosphere was one of joy and relaxation, with laughter echoing through the park as stories were shared and new memories were made. Lucky Draw and Singing School Song Together pushed the high tide of the event. We distributed 277 lucky draw tickets for a few prizes, all bought from HKLSCOBA Lasallian Shop (https://shop.lscoba.com/). These prizes put a smile on the winners’.

As the day drew to a close, Ambrose and his team were showered with gratitude for their efforts in organizing such a wonderful event. The picnic was a testament to the power of collaboration and the enduring bonds of friendship within the La Salle community. The day they left everyone looking forward to the next opportunity to come together and celebrate their shared connections.

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The Soccer Fun Day took place on a sunny Sunday afternoon, 11th August 2024, at Bayview Reservoir Park, Thornhill. This event brought together alumni from several prestigious institutions, fostering a spirit of camaraderie and friendship through lighthearted soccer matches.

Participating Teams:
La Salle Old Boys’ Association
Chinese University Alumni
Joint Salesian Group
St. Joseph College Hong Kong Alumni
Joint Wah Yan (Kowloon and Hong Kong)

Each team played four matches in a non-competitive format, with the focus on enjoyment and inclusivity rather than winning. This relaxed approach allowed players to concentrate on having fun and strengthening the bonds between the various alumni groups.

The day successfully showcased the values of teamwork, sportsmanship, and connection. It created an atmosphere where alumni could reconnect, forge new friendships, and celebrate their shared passion for soccer.

As the event came to a close, participants expressed their appreciation for the laid-back and friendly environment. The day left everyone with fond memories and reinforced the importance of gatherings like these in maintaining strong alumni networks.

This year’s Brother Thomas Golf Tournament on July 7 concluded with a wonderful awards ceremony at Venue Starchiva Cuisine, where winners, players, La Salle brothers, and friends gathered for a delightful dinner.

A huge congratulations to our champion for the third consecutive year, John Yeung (73), along with 1st runner-up Edward Kwong (65) and 2nd runner-up Peter Ma (81). Thank you to everyone who participated!

Special thanks to Dr. Willian Chan (69) for arranging the dinner gathering.

We look forward to seeing you all at the next tournament!

The 2024 Brother Thomas Golf Tournament was successfully held at Wyndance Golf Club on 7 July 2023. It was a great day full of amazing golf and a joyful gathering. There were 28 participants in this year’s tournament.

Congrats again to all the participants and winners – Champion: John Yeung (73), 1st runner-up: Edward Kwong (65), 2nd runner-up: Peter Ma (81).

The tournament was then followed by an award ceremony at Venue Starchiva Cuisine where winners, participants, and fellow La Salle brothers celebrated the event with a nice dinner and pictures.

We would also like to extend a special note of thanks to William Chan (69), John Yeung (73) and Kevin Kwok (88) who volunteered their time to organize the event.

The Toronto Chapter 2024 Louis Pomeroy Memorial Mah Jong Tournament and Spring Dinner were held on 10 March 2024, at NKS Banquet Hall (帝豪名宴), with more than 48 MJ players at 7 competing tables and 5 non-competing tables, and a total of 212 old boys and guests for dinner. It was an exciting and joyous occasion indeed;

Two retired teachers, Mr. Joseph Yu (1961), and Mr. Shum Mow Kee were with us, Ms.Carlie Yip who taught at LSPS, also joined our dinner.

The mahjong competition was fierce and lasted the entire afternoon. The Louis Pomeroy Memorial Trophy was presented by our chapter president, Kevin Kwok (1988), to the highest-scoring old boy, Gregory Chen (62).

We want to sincerely thank our chapter director, Ambrose Cheung (1969), who secured a good deal with the restaurant. He is the best floor manager. Several old boys sponsored lucky draw prizes. Overall, about 1 of 2 attendees won prizes, and we could not be more thankful. Among them, Dr. William Chan (1969) prepared 12 grand prizes.

Our Chapter would also like to thank all the members of the organizing committee namely, Danny Au Yeung (67), Ambrose Cheung (69), Ken Wong (90), Raymond Dau (91), Chris Fong (94), Michael Kong (94), Alex Tsoi (2016) and Kenny Fong (2017).

Background of Louis Pomeroy Memorial Mah Jong Tournament
At the February 2011 Board meeting, the Chapter directors voted unanimously to name henceforth the chapter’s annual spring mahjong tournament the Louis Pomeroy Memorial Trophy Mahjong Tournament in honor and memory of Louis Pomeroy (1941), who left us peacefully on February 1, 2011. Louis was one of the most senior old boys of the Toronto Chapter, and a very loyal one, too. He served as 1st V.P. on the LSCOBA(HK) Committee in the mid-1960s, and was an incumbent director (2009-2011) of the Toronto Chapter. The mahjong tournament was his favorite chapter event