In 2003, George Hanna was appointed as the President of Gabriel Pizza Franchise Corporation. Within the first five-years, Gabriel Pizza had expanded to 23 stores in the National Capital Area.
George was recognized in 2014 as a recipient of the 40 Under 40 Award. He has also been awarded the Order of Ottawa. He served as on the Board Directors at St. Elias Cathedral since 2003, President of the Board from 2013 to 2021, and re-elected as President in 2024. Chair of the Ottawa Lebanese Festival since 2007 where George has been instrumental in Making the Ottawa Lebanese festivals one of the largest and most successful Lebanese Festivals in North America, and the success of the festival has moved the city of Ottawa to Honorarily name the Lebanese festival cross streets as “Ceders of Lebanon Blvd” and “Gebran Khalil Gebran St.”. George also sits on the Dewaan Foundation. A foundation made-up of Canadian-Lebanese businessmen and professionals who have made a commitment to support local charities, healthcare and university students through fundraising initiatives.
From the very beginning, Gabriel Pizza has been committed to being part of our community and giving back. Each day, the company strives to build a stronger community by supporting organizations, educational institutions, charities, and neighbourhood events.
Today, Gabriel Pizza specializes in pizza and Italian food dining and delivery with franchised locations throughout Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec and Atlantic Canada. Gabriel Pizza is passionate about delivering the ultimate guest experience with innovative new products and services. Thanks to the support of our loyal and amazing patrons, Gabriel Pizza continues to grow.
NCCAR is Celebrating November - Lebanese Heritage Month under the patronage of the Embassy of Lebanon, Ottawa.
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