Performance International Helps Make Annual CCBC Charity Ball a Rousing Success
BEIJING, CHINA (May 25, 2008) - Performance International is proud to have played a key part in the 21st annual Canadian Ball at the Kerry Centre Grand Ballroom in Beijing, presented by the Canada China Business Council. This year’s theme was “Olympic Journey”.
Performance International’s James Aitken served as Master of Ceremonies for the hundreds of people in attendance, including Canadian expatriates, business leaders, politicians, and Beijing residents. Among the honored guests were Robert G. Wright, Ambassador and Honorary Co-Chair of the Canadian Ball, who led the room in a moment of silence to honor the victims and survivors of the Sichuan earthquake. Also in attendance was John Jeakins, Canadian Ball Committee Chair.
Many limited-edition items were up grabs in the raffle draws and the silent and live auctions including signed photographs by Chinese sports heroes Liu Xiang and Yao Ming, as well as exciting Olympic memorabilia.
“This is one of the most prestigious events on the Beijing social calendar each year,” said Aitken. “It’s an honor for us to take part and help such a worthy cause.”
The annual Canadian Ball is major fundraiser for the Half the Sky Foundation, which enriches the lives and enhances the prospects for orphaned children in China. As well, in light of the recent catastrophe in Sichuan province, the Canada China Business Council’s Beijing Chapter also raised additional funds to aid in the earthquake recovery effort.
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