SingTao.ca: 26th Imperial Ball Rallies Support Across Sectors for Lanting Garden
[Community News]
The Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto (CCCGT) held its 26th annual “Imperial Ball” fundraising gala on September 26 at the Fairmont Royal York in downtown Toronto. Dignitaries from political and business sectors, community leaders, arts and culture representatives, and friends from all walks of life gathered to support the Centre’s development through a charity auction, uniting their efforts for cultural heritage and community exchange.
Ms. Sharifa Khan, Chair of the CCCGT, stated: “Reaching its 26th year, the ‘Imperial Ball’ marks a significant milestone. It bears witness to the Cultural Centre’s decades-long dedication to building bridges across Toronto’s diverse communities, enhancing community connections, and deepening cultural understanding.”
This year’s gala was once again chaired by Anniversary Chair Lenny Wong. Mr. Wong has steadfastly supported the Cultural Centre for many years, working alongside the organizing committee and community supporters to drive this annual event forward, carrying on their shared mission of serving the community and preserving culture.
Attending dignitaries included Federal Minister Tin Ho San, Members of Parliament Jean Yip, Maggie Chi, and Michael Ma; Ontario Provincial Minister Raymond Cho, MPP Aris Babikian; Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow, Richmond Hill Mayor David West, Toronto City Councillor Jamaal Myers, and Vaughan Regional Councillor Mario Racco. Cheng Hongbo, Acting Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Toronto, and Bill Wong, Director of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Toronto, were also present to celebrate the occasion.
Showcasing Diverse Creativity: A Fusion of Arts and Technology
The gala program seamlessly blended music, dance, and technological innovation. The evening commenced during the welcome reception with a special performance by the Royal Canadian Navy Band. Guests then savored a gourmet banquet crafted by the executive chef of the Fairmont Royal York while enjoying a lineup of spectacular performances.
Goh Ballet Academy Canada displayed the beauty of ballet through elegant movement, while prominent local Chinese music instrumentalists Wendy Zhao, Amely Zhou, and Lina Cao joined forces to deliver melodious, nuanced renditions of traditional music. Anita Tong, Champion and Best Performance Award winner of the 2025 Golden Song Singing Contest (hosted by Fairchild Radio and co-organized by Fairchild TV), delivered a captivating vocal performance.
A major highlight of the gala was a robotic dance performance presented by CDE Brand Empowerment. The show integrated technological creativity into stage performance, injecting fresh vitality into the event and showcasing the synergy of art and tech. The charity auction featured a magnificent necklace and stylish earrings generously donated by Royal de Versailles, as well as fine Moutai donated by the Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China in Toronto, both successfully auctioned to raise vital funds for the Centre.
The majority of proceeds from this gala will support the Cultural Centre’s flagship project, the “Lanting Garden.” Designed to promote traditional Asian culture, the garden aims to create a shared cultural space for the community and serve as a lasting landmark for future generations. The remaining funds will support CCCGT’s year-round cultural and educational programs, offering continuous opportunities for learning, exchange, and growth across the Greater Toronto Area.
From traditional Chinese music and classical ballet to robotic dance, this year’s “Imperial Ball” demonstrated a fusion of cultural inheritance and modern creativity, reflecting the Centre’s ongoing mission to bridge generations and communities. CCCGT extends its sincere gratitude to all guests, sponsors, donors, performers, volunteers, media partners, and community partners, looking forward to continuing their work together in advancing culture and community development.
Media Partners: Sing Tao A1 Chinese Radio, Fairchild Radio, Fairchild TV, EasyCA.
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【社區消息】大多倫多中華文化中心（CCCGT）於9月26日假多倫多市中心費爾蒙皇家約克酒店舉行第26屆「華讌」（Imperial Ball）籌款晚宴。政商界嘉賓、社區領袖、文化藝術界代表及各界友好聚首一堂，透過慈善拍賣共同支持文化中心的發展，為文化傳承與社區交流凝聚力量。
大多倫多中華文化中心主席簡慧兒表示：「『華讌』今年邁進第26個年頭，是一項別具里程碑意義的盛會，見證文化中心數十年來致力在多倫多多元化社區之間搭建橋樑、促進社區聯繫以及深化文化理解的努力。」
本屆「華讌」繼續由黃明亮（Lenny Wong）擔任週年慶典主席。黃先生多年來鼎力支持文化中心，並與籌委會及各界支持者攜手，推動這項年度籌款盛事，延續服務社區、傳承文化的共同使命。
出席本屆晚宴的嘉賓包括聯邦部長天河山、國會議員葉嘉麗、遲月及馬榮錚；安省部長趙成俊（Raymond Cho）、省議員白必勤（Aris Babikian）；多倫多市長鄒至蕙、烈治文山市長David West、多倫多市議員麥智謀（Jamaal Myers），以及旺市區域議員Mario Racco。中國駐多倫多代總領事程洪波及香港駐多倫多經濟貿易辦事處處長王國彪（Bill Wong）亦出席支持，與各界嘉賓共襄盛舉。
藝術與科技同台展現多元創意 晚宴節目融匯音樂、舞蹈與科技創意。迎賓酒會期間，加拿大皇家海軍艦隊軍樂團獻上特別演出，為晚會揭開序幕。賓客隨後品嚐由費爾蒙皇家約克酒店行政總廚精心炮製的佳餚，並欣賞精彩紛呈的表演，共度洋溢藝術氣息的美好晚上。
多倫多高芭蕾舞團（Goh Ballet Academy Canada）以優雅舞姿展現芭蕾藝術之美；多倫多著名中樂演奏家趙文（Wendy Zhao）、周家麗（Amely Zhou）及曹麗娜（Lina Cao）攜手獻奏，以悠揚樂韻呈現中樂的細膩韻味。由加拿大中文電台主辦、新時代電視協辦的2025年金曲歌唱大賽冠軍暨最佳演繹獎得主唐可欣（Anita Tong）亦獻上動人歌曲，為晚宴增添光彩。
年晚宴的一大亮點，是由CDE品牌賦能（CDE Brand Empowerment）帶來的機械人舞蹈表演。演出將科技創意融入舞台藝術，為這場文化盛會注入新意，展現藝術與科技結合的魅力。 晚宴亦設慈善拍賣。由Royal de Versailles慷慨捐贈的瑰麗頸鏈及時尚耳環，以及中國駐多倫多總領事館捐贈的茅台佳釀，均由賓客成功投得，為文化中心籌得善款。
本屆晚宴大部分收益將用於支持文化中心的重點項目「蘭亭花園」（Lanting Garden）。這座園林旨在弘揚亞洲傳統文化，為社區打造共享的文化空間，並為後世留下一座承載文化傳承的地標。 其餘善款將支持文化中心全年舉辦的文化及教育活動，為大多倫多地區不同年齡及背景的人士提供持續學習、交流與成長的機會。
從傳統中樂、芭蕾藝術到機械人舞蹈，本屆「華讌」呈現文化傳承與當代創意的交融，也體現文化中心連繫不同世代及社群的使命。文化中心衷心感謝所有嘉賓、贊助商、捐助者、表演團隊、義工、媒體及社區夥伴的支持，期待繼續攜手推動文化建設與社區發展。
媒體合作夥伴： 星島A1中文電台、加拿大中文電台、新時代電視、輕鬆傳媒
[Community News]
The Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto (CCCGT) held its 26th annual “Imperial Ball” fundraising gala on September 26 at the Fairmont Royal York in downtown Toronto. Dignitaries from political and business sectors, community leaders, arts and culture representatives, and friends from all walks of life gathered to support the Centre’s development through a charity auction, uniting their efforts for cultural heritage and community exchange.
Ms. Sharifa Khan, Chair of the CCCGT, stated: “Reaching its 26th year, the ‘Imperial Ball’ marks a significant milestone. It bears witness to the Cultural Centre’s decades-long dedication to building bridges across Toronto’s diverse communities, enhancing community connections, and deepening cultural understanding.”
This year’s gala was once again chaired by Anniversary Chair Lenny Wong. Mr. Wong has steadfastly supported the Cultural Centre for many years, working alongside the organizing committee and community supporters to drive this annual event forward, carrying on their shared mission of serving the community and preserving culture.
Attending dignitaries included Federal Minister Tin Ho San, Members of Parliament Jean Yip, Maggie Chi, and Michael Ma; Ontario Provincial Minister Raymond Cho, MPP Aris Babikian; Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow, Richmond Hill Mayor David West, Toronto City Councillor Jamaal Myers, and Vaughan Regional Councillor Mario Racco. Cheng Hongbo, Acting Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Toronto, and Bill Wong, Director of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Toronto, were also present to celebrate the occasion.
Showcasing Diverse Creativity: A Fusion of Arts and Technology
The gala program seamlessly blended music, dance, and technological innovation. The evening commenced during the welcome reception with a special performance by the Royal Canadian Navy Band. Guests then savored a gourmet banquet crafted by the executive chef of the Fairmont Royal York while enjoying a lineup of spectacular performances.
Goh Ballet Academy Canada displayed the beauty of ballet through elegant movement, while prominent local Chinese music instrumentalists Wendy Zhao, Amely Zhou, and Lina Cao joined forces to deliver melodious, nuanced renditions of traditional music. Anita Tong, Champion and Best Performance Award winner of the 2025 Golden Song Singing Contest (hosted by Fairchild Radio and co-organized by Fairchild TV), delivered a captivating vocal performance.
A major highlight of the gala was a robotic dance performance presented by CDE Brand Empowerment. The show integrated technological creativity into stage performance, injecting fresh vitality into the event and showcasing the synergy of art and tech. The charity auction featured a magnificent necklace and stylish earrings generously donated by Royal de Versailles, as well as fine Moutai donated by the Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China in Toronto, both successfully auctioned to raise vital funds for the Centre.
The majority of proceeds from this gala will support the Cultural Centre’s flagship project, the “Lanting Garden.” Designed to promote traditional Asian culture, the garden aims to create a shared cultural space for the community and serve as a lasting landmark for future generations. The remaining funds will support CCCGT’s year-round cultural and educational programs, offering continuous opportunities for learning, exchange, and growth across the Greater Toronto Area.
From traditional Chinese music and classical ballet to robotic dance, this year’s “Imperial Ball” demonstrated a fusion of cultural inheritance and modern creativity, reflecting the Centre’s ongoing mission to bridge generations and communities. CCCGT extends its sincere gratitude to all guests, sponsors, donors, performers, volunteers, media partners, and community partners, looking forward to continuing their work together in advancing culture and community development.
Media Partners: Sing Tao A1 Chinese Radio, Fairchild Radio, Fairchild TV, EasyCA.
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