December 10, 2024
October 4, 2023
FUI TOONG ON EXCELLENCE AWARD
The Fui Toong On Excellence Award is a financial award presented to students in
recognition of their academic achievements and community involvement. These
contributions may be performed in person or virtually. The recipient can achieve this
award ONCE throughout their program of study.
Eligibility
To be eligible, you must:
- Be a legal Canadian resident in the province of Ontario
- Applicants must be a registered Fui Toong On Society (hereby known as FTO) member. Applicants who are minors (under 18 years of age) at the time ofsubmission; their parents or legal guardian must be a registered FTO Society member
- Graduated in a public/private funded Canadian High School, Community College or University within the award period of the year
One cash prize will be awarded in each category:
- High School Graduate – $1,000.00 CDN (one thousand Canadian dollars)
- Community College/University Graduate – $1500.00 CDN (one thousand five hundred Canadian dollars)
NOTE: This award will ONLY be paid by cheque to the selected awarded recipient and is nontransferable – MUST be accepted as is, with no exception.
Requirements
Submit the following documents to: applications@fuitoongon.com
- Application Form
- Official Copy of Transcript from educational institution
- Essay Submission
- Volunteer Letter/Document (outlining participation and hours of volunteering at
FTO or community events) - Reference Letter (academic teachers or athletic coach/leader or volunteer
leader/organizer) - Other – any accomplishments
Write a 1,000 (one thousand) word essay/story submission (eg: Hakka culture related topic, self profile, what it means to be “Hakka” or an accomplishment in your life…) – Examples of Hakka related topics but not limited to (you can broaden your horizon and excel on your own essay topic)
- What does it mean to be Hakka?
- Which famous Hakka figure had an impact on you and why?
- What are the current challenges of the Hakka culture and your thoughts on a solution?
- How do you feel about the migration of the Hakka people to different parts of the world and the challenges they have faced?
- Do you have any memories of a family member imparting Hakka culture and origins to you?
- What are the differences in Hakka and Cantonese culture (eg Unicorn vs Lion Dance)?
Recipient’s academic and accomplishments will be reviewed in any of the following:
Academic
- Official Transcript
Accomplishments
- Key/Main team player winning a championship
- Scholarship to a College or University
- Award Achievements
Volunteer Hours
- Volunteer time (Academic Program Year) – minimum 40 hours (volunteer hours completed at any Hakka events will be weighted higher)
o FTO Society Volunteer Examples
▪ Annual Picnic & Christmas Dinner
▪ Website re-design and maintenance, Yearbook Committee
▪ Youth group leadership (eg: organize youth group events etc.)
▪ Assist in FTO building maintenance (eg: clean, organize, paint etc.)
NOTE: Volunteering at FTO is your contribution to the Society and is a qualifying part of your application
How to Apply
Online – https://www.fuitoongon.com and download application form
OR
Fui Toong On Society Office
102 D’Arcy Street
Toronto, Ontario
M5T 1K1
Phone: (416) 340-7007
- Deadline for Applicant’s Submission – September 30 of the year applying for Fui Toong On Excellence Award
- The Society reserves the right to verify qualifications
- Each recipient selected for the award in each category will be contacted and informed prior to the Fui Toong On Society’s Annual Christmas Dinner held in December each year. Each recipient will be presented with a cheque during our Christmas holiday celebration. Fui Toong On Society reserves the right to post the awarded recipient accomplishments on the website and any Fui Toong On print material (which includes essay, photos, audio, videos) for members to view.
- By applying for the Fui Toong On Excellence Award – applicants agree to abide by the eligibility criteria, requirements and decisions of the Fui Toong On Society Awards Committee, which are final.
- All entries become the property of FTO, which assumes no responsibility for late, lost, destroyed, illegible, incomplete, misidentified or misdirected entries. FTO is also not responsible for any technical, hardware or software malfunctions of any kind, lost or unavailable network, failed or incorrect communications caused by the sender, online communication problems, or any losses, liabilities or damages (including, without limitation, incidental, consequential, special or indirect damages) arising out of or in any way connected with the equipment or programming associated with or utilized in this Fui Toong On Excellence Award.
- FTO is not responsible for any human or computer-generated error in the selection of an applicant or the awarding of a category
- FTO reserves the right at their sole discretion, subject to the approval of the Board Committee members, to withdraw, terminate, suspend or modify all or any part of this Fui Toong On Excellence Award without notice.
December 23, 2022
November 27, 2022
Long time member Peter Cheung is highlighted by the Toronto Star upon opening his newest Congee Queen at 362 Yonge St. Toronto.
You can read the article by clicking this link
October 26, 2022
We are proud to recognize Eugene Tam of Play De Record and a FTO member in the Toronto Star. Congrats to Eugene on such a huge accomplishment in the music world and more.
Happy reading…
June 7, 2022
Lilian Chin Ping Sing
March 10, 1932 – May 30, 2022
Passed away peacefully, on Monday May 30, 2022, at Etobicoke General Hospital, at the age of 90. Beloved wife of the late Vernon. Loving mother of Mary (Chi-Fai), Patricia (Cupid), David (the late Bilu), Brian (Jennifer), Toney (Denise), Linda, Robert (Cheryl) and Gordon (Yvette). Much loved grandmother of Michelle, Marsha, Brian Jr., Natasha, Lucas, Jonathan, Michael, Stephen and Gregory. Proud great grandmother of Oscar, Ezio, Avangeline, Frankie, Max, Cara, Summer, Matthew and Christopher. Predeceased by grandchildren Bobby and Bimoy. She will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all her family and friends.
Mrs. Chin Ping Sing was an Honourable Lifetime President and long standing Fui Toong On Society’s member. Her late husband, Vernon, was the former Chairman, past President and a co-founder of the Society.
Visitation: Friday June 10, 2022 from 6pm-9pm at the Turner & Porter Butler Chapel, 4933 Dundas St. W., Etobicoke.
Funeral Service: Saturday June 11, 2022 at 11am in the Chapel
Internment: Assumption Catholic Cemetery, 6933 Tomken Road, Mississauga.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Fui Toong On Society, 102 D’Arcy St., Toronto, ON, M5T 1K1
November 16, 2020
儭愛的惠東安會員們，
新冠肺炎危機出現在加拿大距今已經6個多月了，您也許已經知道，或者尚未知道，會館目前因疫情原因，已經處於無限期的關閉狀態，只為最大程度保證會員們的安全。
因為目前的不確定情勢，理事會和我本人決定取消第42屆惠東安聖誕暨新年晚宴。
為獲得相關消息和更新情況，請瀏覽http://www.fuitoongon.com/，或者致電：416-340-7007。
希望2021年我們能恢復各項活動，生活重回正常。
請記得在公眾場合繼續持守社交距離和戴口罩，直到禁令取消。謝謝理解和配合！
順祝
安康！
惠東安協會主席：陳禮明
September 15, 2020
Dear Members,
It has been more than six months since the COVID-19 crisis landed here in Canada. As you may or may not already know, the Society’s building on D’Arcy Street has been closed indefinitely due to the current situation and for the safety of our members at large.
Because of these uncertain times, the Board of Directors and I have decided that the 42nd Anniversary of Fui Toong On Society’s Christmas/New Year Banquet has been cancelled.
Please browse the FTO website at http://www.fuitoongon.com/ for news and updates or call us at 416-340-7007.
It is our wish that in 2021 we will be able to bring back our programs for our members, and life as we know it will get back to normal.
Until we meet again, please remember that we need to continue adhering to social distancing and wear face masks when in public. Thank you for your understanding and co-operation in these matters.
Keep Safe, Keep Healthy.
Brian Chin Ping Sing Sr. (Chin Lee Ming)
President, Fui Toong On Society
June 22, 2020
Dear Members,
It has been more than three months since the COVID-19 crisis landed here in Canada. As you may or may not already know, the Society’s building on D’Arcy Street has been closed due to the current situation and for the safety of our members at large.
Because of these uncertain times, the Board of Directors and I have decided that the following 2020 programs will be cancelled. These programs include:
- Family Summer Picnic – August 23, 2020
- Mid-Autumn Moon Festival Luncheon – October 4, 2020
- Senior Luncheon
- Outreach Program
- Bus Tours
Please browse the FTO website at http://www.fuitoongon.com/ for news and updates or call us at 416-340-7007.
It is our wish that in 2021 we will be able to bring back these programs for our members, and life as we know it will get back to normal.
Until we meet again, please remember that we need to continue adhering to social distancing and wear face masks when in public. Thank you for your understanding and co-operation in these matters.
Keep Safe, Keep Healthy.
Brian Chin Ping Sing Sr. (Chin Lee Ming)
President, Fui Toong On Society
March 18, 2020
Dear Members,
Our highest priority will always be the health and safety of our members and communities. Due to the spread of the Coronavirus (also known as COVID-19), Fui Toong On (FTO) Society will be closed temporarily until further notice.
As the situation is quickly changing and unpredictable, the Board of Directors will then follow up with an update when the Society can be re-opened. Please browse the FTO website at http://www.fuitoonon.com/ for news and updates or call us at 416-340-7007.
FTO appreciate your understanding in this matter.
Keep Safe, Keep Healthy.
Thank you and Best Regards,
Brian Chin Ping Sing Sr. (Chin Lee Ming)
President, Fui Toong On Society
