About Joey
Joseph Conte, known as Joey, was born in Etobicoke, Ontario on May 16, 1986. Joey was a compassionate and generous man who had a strong passion for the outdoors, animals, adventure and a deep connection to people in need and children. He was part of Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Toronto, where he maintained relationships with troubled youth. In his personal life, Joey ensured that those near and dear to him were always taken care of. If they were ever in need he was their go to person. On his spare time he was a competitive Body Builder who competed on the National Level. As an aspiring Fire Fighter, Joey was in the process of achieving his dream.
Joey’s tragic death on October 24, 2011, affected many people in different ways. He left behind loving parents, a brother, sister-in-law, niece and nephew, countless family members, friends and his beloved dog Lily.
In order to preserve his memory, his parents along with friends and family founded the Joey Conte Foundation (JCF).
Joey’s tragic death on October 24, 2011, affected many people in different ways. He left behind loving parents, a brother, sister-in-law, niece and nephew, countless family members, friends and his beloved dog Lily.
In order to preserve his memory, his parents along with friends and family founded the Joey Conte Foundation (JCF).
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For Joey
The JCF is committed to raise funds to the Burns and Plastics Unit at SickKids Hospital in Joey’s memory. With the help of our community and supports, we have raised over $400,000 to date. We have purchased a variety of equipment for the Burns and Plastics Unit and have a room at the Hospital named after Joey. We are currently raising funds for Project Horizon to build a new SickKids.
Learn more about JCF and Project Horizon:
Learn more about JCF and Project Horizon:
Photos of Joey
Members of JCF
Rosie & Frank Conte, JCF Founders and Joey's parents.
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A Message from Rosie Conte, JCF President:
JCF is a group of special people made up of family and friends who have gathered together to continuously help us keep our precious son`s legacy alive. Our son Joseph Conte was a young man who perished too soon in life. Anyone who knew Joseph, knows he was a giving, generous, kind person and by forming this Foundation in Joseph’s honour we can still keep on giving and supporting various charities and causes which were close to our son`s heart. |
