[Event Report: Maple Leaf Gala 2024 "Régénération"] https://lnkd.in/gUkceD-m On Friday, December 6, over 250 distinguished guests gathered at The Okura Tokyo for the annual Maple Leaf Gala, hosted by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (CCCJ). This year’s theme, Régénération, set the tone for an evening of renewal, connection, and celebration, as well as linked to Canada Pavilion's theme at #Expo2025OsakaKansai. Guests were treated to a vibrant atmosphere with lively music, a meticulously curated eight-course meal, and opportunities to reconnect with peers in the business community. Among the evening's esteemed attendees were Ian McKay, Canada’s Ambassador to Japan and Special Envoy for the Indo-Pacific; Christa Deguchi, Gold Medalist in Women’s Judo 52kg at the Paris Olympics; Kelly Deguchi, representing Canada in Women’s Judo 57kg; and #MyakuMyaku, a cultural ambassador for the Osaka Expo 2025. The CCCJ also extends heartfelt thanks to all attendees, performers, staff, volunteers, Gala committee members, and board members who played an integral role in the evening's success. The event not only celebrated the spirit of régénération but also reinforced the strong cultural and business ties between Canada and Japan, paving the way for continued collaboration and shared prosperity.
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