What Clients Say…

In the case of any forwarding, I only use Piast and I can't imagine using the services of another company. Prices are fair and competitive, the service is professional and always helpful, and deliveries are made on time and without any problems. Each shipment is treated with due diligence, and the entire process runs smoothly and transparently - from sending to delivery. Piast is reliability, experience and peace of mind, which are priceless today. I will confidently recommend Piast to anyone who is looking for a reliable and proven forwarding company.

I really like the customer service in Piast. From the first contact you can see full professionalism, reliability and excellent organization of work. Employees are specific, competent and always willing to help, clearly explain all the details and take care of each stage of the service. Whether it's shipping, transportation or travel affairs, you can count on timeliness, a fair approach and a sense that the case is in good hands. This is a company that you can really trust – just great service at the highest level.

Since I discovered Piast, there is no turning back for me. It is without a doubt the best travel and forwarding agency I have ever used. Professional service, vast experience and individual approach to the customer mean that every matter - both travel and shipment - is carried out efficiently, without stress and with a full sense of security. The employees are competent, matter-of-fact and always ready to help, and the whole process is clear and transparent. Piast is a quality you can rely on for years. Period.

Dear Friend of Maximilian Kolbe Foundation. We wish to express our deepest appreciation for your generous support for the First Canadian Chopin Competition which was held under the sponsorship of our Foundation from October 17 to October 23, 1999. We were overwhelmed by the depth of talent and dedication shown by our young Canadian pianist and hope that their experience will be a valuable stepping stone in the pursuit of musical excellence. Again, thank you for your generosity in making this happen. Maximilian Kolbe Foundation, Lady Misek, Chairperson.

Thank You. The Cultural Association of Cracow in Canada sincerely thanks you for sponsoring our event and for donating a bicycle as the main entrance prize during our “Krakowiacy i Górale” Grand Picnic held on July 19, 1989. Cultural Association of Cracow in Canada, Janusz Florczyk, Event Organizer.

On behalf of the Boards of Copernicus Lodge and Copernicus Lodge Foundation, and the gala committee members, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your generosity and kindness, which made our gala a tremendous success. To date, we have raised $750,000 for the John Paul II Care Centre at Copernicus Lodge. The funds raised continue to support new initiatives aimed at improving our facility. Since the completion of the new 228-bed long-term care facility, we have renovated the vacated space from the previous unit and converted it into an additional 60 apartments for independent seniors, modernized and expanded our library services, and created a new Adult Day Care Centre. There is still much to be done to enhance services and amenities for our seniors. We thank you for generously donating an 18-speed Carrera bicycle valued at $280.00 for our silent auction. Your kindness and trust in Copernicus Lodge and our seniors are greatly appreciated. Krystyna Streich, Executive Director, Copernicus Lodge Foundation.

Copernicus Lodge Foundation Celestial Ball 2005. On behalf of the Boards of Copernicus Lodge and the Copernicus Lodge Foundation, and the gala committee members, I would like to extend my heartfelt appreciation for contributing to our Celestial Ball 2005. Thanks to your generous support and kindness, our gala was a resounding success. Attracting over 400 guests, we surpassed our goal and generated $200,000 to rise funds for the John Paul II Care Centre of Copernicus Lodge. The monies raised continue to fund new areas to enhance our current facility. Since the completion of the new 228 bed long-term care facility, we have renovated the vacated space of our previous long-term care area into an additional 60 apartments for independent seniors, renovated, modernized and expanded our library services and created a new Adult Day Care Centre which will open later this year. Your kindness and belief in Copernicus Lodge and our seniors is most appreciated. Krystyna Streich, Executive Director, Copernicus Lodge Foundation.

Fr. Michael Smith Memorial Charity Golf Tournament. On behalf of Councils 9296 & 13811 of the Knights of Columbus, we thank you for your support of our Inaugural Fr. Michael Smith Memorial Charity Golf Tournament held on Saturday, August 26, 2006 to help raise funds for the local Knights of Columbus charities, with Copernicus Lodge being the major benefactor. Your generous donation was greatly appreciated. With your help we will be able to realize over $3,500 for our local charities. Once again, thanks to your contribution this tournament was a success. Knights of Columbus, John Długosz, Co-chairman # 9296, Peter Jankowski, Co-chairman # 13811.

We have been going for 13 years already! Thank you! Huge thanks for the thirteenth finale of the Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity! Lucky thirteen, lucky angels, lucky playing – once again we gave it our all, playing loudly, joyfully, but most importantly, very meaningfully. Again we have 365 days ahead in the new year of 2005, working on purchasing and delivering medical equipment to children’s wards. Thanks for playing together, heartfelt bows from the entire Foundation and hugs straight to the heart. Huge thanks! Cheers! Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity, Jurek Owsiak.

We sincerely thank you for your sponsorship! On behalf of the girl scouts and boy scouts from the Rzeka and Podhale troop, as well as the parents associated with KPH (Circle of Friends of Scouting), we would like to warmly thank Piast Travel Inc. for sponsoring our youth scouts. With a scout greeting: CZUWAJ!!! Szczep "Rzeka" i "Podhale".

I sincerely thank you on behalf of my charges – the residents of the Children’s Home in Opole – for the clothing that was sent. The donated clothing will allow the saved financial resources to be allocated to another purpose. On behalf of the residents of the Children’s Home in Opole, their caregivers, and myself, I wish Piast much professional success, good fortune, and daily joy. Children’s Home Opole, Director of the Children’s Home in Opole, Lidia Kaczyńska.

Christmas parcels to Poland. With this letter, I would like to sincerely thank Piast Travel for the significant help provided to us in our campaign for the Barcz family in Poland. Last Friday, November 1, 2002, we sent our parcels from the Weston branch, through your team (the Zakrzewski family), and we are truly extremely grateful for the kind handling of our matter. We are confident that our parcels will reach the recipients before Christmas without any issues, bringing immense joy to everyone. Please accept once again, on behalf of our entire organization Polonia North, our thanks and expressions of gratitude. Polonia North, President Piotr Kryś.

70th Anniversary of LOT Polish Airlines. It is with satisfaction and pleasure that I inform you that this year LOT Polish Airlines is celebrating the 70th anniversary of its operations. We started modestly in 1929, and over time we have reached the position we hold today. We are one of the oldest airlines in the world, respected by other carriers and trusted by our passengers. Your contribution has been a significant part of this success. Please accept my sincere thanks for your cooperation and support of our company so far. I am confident that the hands of our LOT clock will continue to mark and document many more years of our successful collaboration in the future. LOT Polish Airlines, Tadeusz Postępski, Director of LOT Polish Airlines in Canada.

International Children’s Day. On behalf of POLONIA PRZYSZŁOŚCI Toronto Branch, we would like to sincerely thank you for helping to organize the cruise on Lake Ontario, which concluded the celebrations of International Children’s Day 2001. Thanks to the sponsorship of your company and many other Polish sponsors, the event was a great success. Traditionally, the celebration took place on the Enterprise 2000 ship, where 250 Polish children had a wonderful time. We wish you, your employees, and your clients continued success and happiness in your personal lives. Polonia Przyszłości, Zygmunt Pamuła, Chairperson of the Toronto Branch.

I wish to thank you for the certificate you so kindly donated, which will enable the winner to send a parcel to Poland. Your donation was used as a door prize during our parish Bazaar. The Bazaar took place on Sunday, November 26th, 2000 at our parish hall. The funds we had collected through this event will be used to cover the expenses of building the grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes. Thank you again for your positive response to our appeal and fro your support.

Celebrating 25 Years. On behalf of the TRAILBLAZERS Tandem Cycling Club, I would like to thank you for your generous donation of the Traveling Suit Case.The TRAILBLAZERS is celebrating 25 years of service to the bind, deaf-blind and vision loss community. The TRAILBLAZERS is a recreational cycling group which promotes inclusive physical and social activities shared among our captains (sighed guides) and stokers (individuals with vision loss). I am pleased to report that you donation was directed towards our Annual Christmas Banquet helping us celebrate 25 years of service. Since the club is a volunteer-based organization, this is our way to show our appreciation. Through donations like yours, it gives us leverage of success in proving our "Thanks" for over 25 years. The event has also improved our capacity to outreach to new volunteers and members. If it were not for generous hearted people such as you, our vibrant Club would not be what it is today. Again, thank you very much. Sincerely, Lynda Spinney, President TRAILBLAZERS Team Cycling Club.

Celestial Ball 2008. On behalf of the Boards of Copernicus Lodge and Copernicus Lodge Foundation, and the gala committee members I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your generous support and kindness to ensure our Celestial Ball was w resounding success. Over the past six years we have raised a total of $1 million dollars for the John Paul II Care Centre of Copernicus Lodge. We thank you very much for donating the 18 speed bicycle for our silent auction. Your contribution was most appreciated and helped us to exceed our final goal. Your kindness and belief in Copernicus Lodge and our seniors in most appreciated. Copernicus Lodge Foundation, Krystyna Streich, Executive Director Copernicus Lodge Foundation.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Piast Travel, which, at a discounted price, efficiently and quickly delivered packages from Canada to Special Educational Center No. 1 in Ostrowiec Świętokrzyski, intended for the girls at the facility. Along with our expressions of respect and gratitude, we wish the company continued growth, many successes in their work for all employees, and much goodness in return for the help provided. The Franciscan Sisters of the Family of Mary with the girls.

On behalf of the Marie Curie Skłodowska Association, we wish to thank you for your generous donation towards the Silent Auction at our "Discovery Ball" on November 12, 2011. The event was most successful with the proceeds going to our Seniors' Long-Term Care Centre, Copernicus Lodge. It is through the generosity of special people like you that we are able to continue our charitable work. Thank you once again for your support. Marie Curie Skłodowska Association. Alina Brown, President & Sophie Flis, Ball Committee

Acknowledgement. On behalf of the J. Pilitowski Salon of Poetry, Music and Theatre, we would like to extend our sincere thanks for sponsoring the performances “Promieniowanie” and “Tamara L.”, which took place on February 9 and 10, 2008. This support is invaluable to us and makes it possible to continue and nurture Polish theatrical culture that was born in Canada. Polish-Canadian Musical Society, Salon of Poetry, Music and Theatre. President Stanisław Chorzempa

Polish Credit Union 65th Anniversary Picnic. Our 65th Anniversary Credit Union Picnic held on Sunday July 18, 2010 at I.J.Paderewski Park was a tremendous success. The weather cooperated and the park was filled to capacity with families and friends having great time. We would like to sincerely thank you for your participation in our vendor fair and for providing the Bicycle and Suitcase as a prize in our raffle draw. Your contribution was w welcome addition and added excitement to the event. Thank you once again for your contribution and participation. Polish Credit Union Halina Marszałek McGregor, Chief Executive Officer

Celestial Ball 2007. On behalf of the Boards of Copernicus Lodge and Copernicus Lodge Foundation, and the gala committee members, I would like to extend my heartfelt appreciation for attending our Celestial Ball 2007 and for your very generous donation of a trip for two to Las Vegas as our main raffle prize. Thanks to your generous support and kindness our gala was a resounding success. Copernicus Lodge Foundation Krystyna Streich, Executive Director Copernicus Lodge Foundation

Competition "Singing Star". The Polanie music band sincerely thanks Piast, the sponsor of the first competition of amateur singers of the province of Ontario "Singing Star 2008". Thank you for your help in organizing our competition and for funding the prize for the winner. This concert was a great success and a great event in the life of our entire Polish community. Polanie Music Band Stanisław Popiel, Manager of the Polanie team

Night in Venice. On behalf of the Salon of Music, Poetry and Theatre. We would like to thank Jerzy Pilitowski for sponsoring the Summer Serenade entitled "Night in Venice", which took place on June 21, 2009 in the gardens of the Polish consulate in Toronto. State aid is very valuable and serves the development of Polish theater culture in Canada. Polish Canadian Music Society, Salon of Poetry, Music and Theatre Stanisław Chorzempa, President

Summer Serenade 2006. On behalf of the entire board of the Polish-Canadian Music Society, I would like to thank you very much for donating the prize for the "Summer Serenade" concert, which took place on June 10, 2006 in the gardens of the Polish Consulate. Summer Serenade is a charitable, charitable concert organized to promote the artistic activities of our Society. For 15 years, the Polish-Canadian Music Society, under the artistic direction of Maria Nowotarska, has been working to spread Polish culture in Canada. We really appreciate that your company is our sponsor, who supports our work in the field of culture. We wish you success and best regards. Polish-Canadian Music Society Iwona Bogorya-Buczkowska, Chairman

Polish Highlanders Association of Canada POLISH SLALOM. Heartfelt thanks to Piast Travel & Forwarding Inc. for supporting and sponsoring the POL-SKI Slalom sports event for the Podhale Association Passers-by Cup in Canada. Thanks to your commitment, it was possible to organize an event promoting sports, healthy competition and maintaining Polish traditions and integrating the Polish community in Canada. The help and trust shown are of great importance for the participants, organizers and the entire community. Thank you for your real support of initiatives that connect generations and build a community. Stefania Baran, Chairman Polish Highlanders Association of Canada

Polish Exhibition and Fair of Numismatics and Philatelics, 2007. As the organizers of the 4th Polish 2007 Exhibition and Fair of Numismatics and Philatelics (IV Polish-Canadian Coin, Stamp & Collectible Show 2007), we would like to thank you for the sponsorship of the Troyak Club in the form of advertising the state of business in the club’s exhibition publication (2500 pieces) during our largest Polish Exhibition and Fair in Canada and North America, which took place on March 4, 2007 at the Polish Cultural Center. John Paul II in Mississauga, Ontario. When organizing such exhibitions and fairs, we would like to announce to the wider public particularly important particles of Polish history and culture and important aspects of collecting Polish history and enriching it for future generations of the proud Polish community.

Dear Benefactors, I extend my heartfelt “God bless you” for the support provided by your Travel Office of the Polish Parish of Our Lady at 1996 Davenport Road in Toronto. Thank you for your financial gift; please be assured of our constant prayers for the work you carry out, and I wish you many of God’s graces and the protection of Our Lady. At the same time, I would like to inform you that a confirmation of your donation will be sent to you after the end of the fiscal year, on an official receipt enabling a tax deduction for your company. With Christ’s greetings...