Marketwire - Media Advisories

Media Advisory: Canadian Heritage

Fri, 09 May 2008 18:15:00 EDT

SURREY, BRITISH-COLOMBIA--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) - The Honourable Jason Kenney, Secretary of State (Multiculturalism and Canadian Identity), will announce specific elements of the Historical Recognition Programs while speaking to the Indo-Canadian community on Saturday in Surrey. The Historical Recognition Programs, announced by Prime Minister Stephen Harper in June 2006, will provide opportunities for all communities affected by wartime measures or immigration restrictions to have their experiences acknowledged and to highlight their contribution to the building of Canada.

AAA Texas Offers "Free Passport Photos" to Public

Fri, 09 May 2008 18:08:00 EDT

AUSTIN, TX--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) -

WHAT:      To help travelers get an early start on their summer vacations,
           AAA Texas offices in Austin will offer free passport photos on
           Wednesday, May 14th from 9 AM to 6 PM to the public (members
           and non-members).

           Passport applications are also available in the district
           offices. (Please note -- New passports must still be processed
           at an authorized passport center such as a U.S. Post Office.)

WHEN:      Wednesday, May 14, 2008 9 AM - 6 PM

WHERE:     Austin-North   13376 Highway 183 North, Suite 108   512.335.5222
           Austin-South     4970 Highway 290 West, Suite 310   512.444.4757

           BACKGROUND

           Currently, a set of passport photos costs $7 for AAA members and
           $10 for non-members.

           ALL PERSONS traveling by air outside of the United States are
           required to present a passport or other valid travel docu

Media advisory: Canadian Heritage

Fri, 09 May 2008 17:41:00 EDT

RICHMOND, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) - The Honourable Jason Kenney, Secretary of State (Multiculturalism and Canadian Identity), will announce specific elements of the Historical Recognition Programs while speaking to the Chinese-Canadian community on Sunday in Richmond. The Historical Recognition Programs, announced by Prime Minister Stephen Harper in June 2006, will provide opportunities for all communities affected by wartime measures or immigration restrictions to have their experiences acknowledged and to highlight their contribution to the building of Canada.

Media Advisory: Award-Winnning Actor Ted Danson to Address the Economic Club of Toronto

Fri, 09 May 2008 15:26:00 EDT

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) - In this Economic Club exclusive, Ted Danson, award-winning actor and longtime ocean advocate will discuss how increasing preasures on the global economy and food supply have added urgency to protecting the oceans and marine fisheries. Danson will address Canada's business community about the economic value in protecting the world's oceans, while highlighting how overfishing could lead to the permanent collapse of all commercial fish populations if current trends continue.

Media Advisory: Canadian Heritage

Fri, 09 May 2008 13:00:00 EDT

PERTH-ANDOVER, NEW BRUNSWICK--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) - On behalf of the Honourable Josee Verner, Minster of Canadian Heritage, Status of Women and Official Languages, Mike Allen, Member of Parliament (Tobique-Mactaquac), will make an important announcement tomorrow about the Carleton-Victoria Arts Council. Please note that this advisory is subject to change without notice. /T/ The details are as follows: Date: Saturday, May 10 Time: 3:30 p.m. Place: River Valley Civic Centre

Media Advisory: Parks Canada

Fri, 09 May 2008 12:03:00 EDT

ONTARIO, OTTAWA--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) - Parks Canada and the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada invite you to the unveiling of a plaque commemorating the national historic significance of the Grey Nuns of Montreal. The Grey Nuns of Montreal are historically remembered as pioneers of healthcare services in the province of Quebec. They are responsible for the organization and creation of an efficient occupational structure for nursing care. Their dedicated work advanced the careers of women in nursing throughout the country.

Media Advisory/REMINDER: Infrastructure Canada

Fri, 09 May 2008 10:00:00 EDT

RICHMOND, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) - The Honourable Stockwell Day, Minister of Public Safety, on behalf of the Honourable Lawrence Cannon, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, and the Honourable John van Dongen, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, will make an important announcement on infrastructure. /T/ Date: May 9, 2008 Time: 1:30 pm Location: Gulf of Georgia Cannery 12138 Fourth Ave at Chatham St. Richmond, British Columbia

Media Advisory: Service Canada

Fri, 09 May 2008 09:00:00 EDT

STETTLER, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) - Kevin Sorenson, Member of Parliament for Crowfoot, will attend the grand opening barbecue for the Service Canada Centre for Youth (SCCY) in Stettler. SCCYs link youth and employers and provide information on Government of Canada programs and services to help them with their summer employment needs. Mr. Sorenson and staff members from the Service Canada Centre for Youth will be available to answer questions from the media and for a photo opportunity following the event.

Media Advisory/REMINDER: Human Resources and Social Development Canada

Fri, 09 May 2008 06:00:00 EDT

OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - May 9, 2008) - The Honourable Monte Solberg, Minister of Human Resources and Social Development, will deliver an address on labour market development in Canada at the Association of Canadian Search, Employment & Staffing Services' 10th Anniversary Conference Gala, Friday in Toronto. Minister Solberg will be available to respond to questions from the media following his address. Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local. /T/ D

Media Advisory: Industry Minister Jim Prentice Speaks at Canadian Space Agency Headquarters

Thu, 08 May 2008 20:59:00 EDT

LONGUEUIL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - The Honourable Jim Prentice, Minister of Industry, will deliver remarks on Canadian excellence in space, the tangible benefits that space science provides to Canadians and Canada's future role in space. Following the speech, the Minister will be available to the media for a brief question and answer session. /T/ Date: Friday, May 9, 2008 Time: 9:00 a.m. Location: Canadian Space Agency Headquarters John H. Chapman Space Centre Rotunda

Media Advisory: Canadian Heritage

Thu, 08 May 2008 18:30:00 EDT

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - On behalf of the Honourable Josee Verner, Minister of Canadian Heritage, Status of Women and Official Languages, Nina Grewal, Member of Parliament (Fleetwood-Port Kells), will announce, tomorrow, the winner and the provincial finalists for the 2008 Canada Day Poster Challenge. Please note that this advisory is subject to change without notice. The details are as follows: /T/ Date: Friday, May 9 Time: 3:30 p.m. Place: Vancouver Trade and Convention Centre

Rebuilding Together Manchester and Lowe's Open New Doors and Windows for Low Income Families

Thu, 08 May 2008 18:01:00 EDT

MANCHESTER, CT--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) -

WHAT:   Rebuilding Together Manchester, Lowe's and community volunteers
        will replace windows and doors for low-income homeowners in the
        Manchester community.  Lowe's provided $35,000 in funding for the
        event and hopes the installation of windows and doors will greatly
        increase the energy efficiency of homes.

        Lowe's also provided funding for Rebuilding Together Manchester to
        develop a window installation manual for the Rebuilding Together
        affiliate network.  Lowe's is a national sponsor of Rebuilding
        Together and has contributed a total of $2 million over the last
        two years.

WHO:    Rebuilding Together Manchester, Lowe's and community volunteers

WHEN:   Saturday, May 10, 2008

WHERE:  Projects will take place in the Greater Manchester community -
        Call to setup Media Interviews and Opportunities Available

Rebuilding Together Colorado Springs and Lowe's Ramp It Up for Disabled Homeowners

Thu, 08 May 2008 17:50:00 EDT

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) -

WHAT:   Rebuilding Together Colorado Springs and Lowe's have joined forces
        to build wheelchair ramps for disabled homeowners in the Colorado
        Springs area.  More than 25 community volunteers will work to
        install six wheelchairs to benefit seven Colorado Springs
        residents.  Several of the residents suffer from diabetes, one
        resident has cerebral palsy and another resident suffers from
        complications of a car accident.  Without the wheelchair ramps the
        recipients would not be able to leave their homes or live an
        independent lifestyle.

        Lowe's generously provided $66,000 for the "Ramp It Up" project.
        Rebuilding Together Colorado Springs will use this project to
        develop a wheelchair ramp installation guide for national use by
        Rebuilding Together's affiliate network.  Lowe's is a national
        sponsor of Rebuilding Together and

Media Advisory: Government of Canada to Announce New Funding to Help Immigrants in Kitchener-Waterloo

Thu, 08 May 2008 17:50:00 EDT

KITCHENER, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - Harold Albrecht, Member of Parliament for Kitchener-Conestoga, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, will make an announcement regarding new funding to help immigrants settle in Kitchener-Waterloo. /T/ DATE: May 9, 2008 TIME: 11:00 a.m. PLACE: Conestoga College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning The Blue Room 299 Doon Valley Drive Kitchener, Ontari

Media Advisory: Infrastructure Canada

Thu, 08 May 2008 17:22:00 EDT

RICHMOND, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - The Honourable Stockwell Day, Minister of Public Safety, on behalf of the Honourable Lawrence Cannon, Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, and the Honourable John van Dongen, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, will make an important announcement on infrastructure. /T/ Date: May 9, 2008 Time: 1:30 pm Location: Gulf of Georgia Cannery 12138 Fourth Ave at Chatham St. Richmond, British Columbia

Media Advisory: Canadian Heritage

Thu, 08 May 2008 16:59:00 EDT

OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - On behalf of the Honourable Jason Kenney, Secretary of State (Multiculturalism and Canadian Identity), the Honourable Vic Toews, President of the Treasury Board, will announce specific elements of the Historical Recognition Programs while speaking to the Ukrainian-Canadian community on Friday in Winnipeg. The Historical Recognition Programs, announced by Prime Minister Stephen Harper in June 2006, will provide opportunities for all communities affected by wartime measures or immigration restrictions to have their experiences acknowledged and to highlight their contribution to the building of Canada.

Media Advisory: Canadian Heritage

Thu, 08 May 2008 16:58:00 EDT

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - The Honourable Jason Kenney, Secretary of State (Multiculturalism and Canadian Identity), will announce specific elements of the Historical Recognition Programs while speaking to the Ukrainian-Canadian community on Friday in Toronto. The Historical Recognition Programs, announced by Prime Minister Stephen Harper in June 2006, will provide opportunities for all communities affected by wartime measures or immigration restrictions to have their experiences acknowledged and to highlight their contribution to the building of Canada.

Media Advisory: Governor of SAGIA to Address Economic Club of Toronto

Thu, 08 May 2008 16:25:00 EDT

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - His Excellency Governor Al Dabbagh is determined and confident that the Saudi Arabian General Investment Authority (SAGIA) can make the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia into one of the world's next top ten investment destinations by 2010. In this exclusive address to the Economic Club of Toronto, His Excellency will explain SAGIA's approach to supporting and managing investment, its innovative Economic Cities plan, and will discuss opportunities for Canadians to get involved.

Media Advisory: Canadian Heritage

Thu, 08 May 2008 16:00:00 EDT

EDMONTON, ALBERTA --(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - On behalf of the Honourable Josee Verner, Minister of Canadian Heritage, Status of Women and Official Languages, Rahim Jaffer, Member of Parliament (Edmonton-Strathcona), will announce the winner and the provincial finalists for the Canada Day Poster Challenge 2008 tomorrow. The ceremony will be hosted by His Honour, the Honourable Norman L. Kwong, Lieutenant Governor of Alberta and honorary patron of the Alberta Celebrate Canada Committee, /T/

Media Advisory: Human Resources and Social Development Canada

Thu, 08 May 2008 13:03:00 EDT

OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - The Honourable Monte Solberg, Minister of Human Resources and Social Development, will deliver an address on labour market development in Canada at the Association of Canadian Search, Employment & Staffing Services' 10th Anniversary Conference Gala, Friday in Toronto. Minister Solberg will be available to respond to questions from the media following his address. Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local. /T/ D

Media Advisory: Fallen Soldier Returning Home

Thu, 08 May 2008 12:17:00 EDT

OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - Our fallen soldier, Corporal Michael Gunter Starker, a member of 15 Field Ambulance, based in Edmonton, is scheduled to return home to Canada Friday, May 9, 2008. Corporal Starker was a reservist from Calgary, Alberta. /T/ Where: 8 Wing Trenton, Canadian Forces Base Trenton, Ontario. When: Friday, May 9, 2008, 2:00 p.m. What: At the wishes of the family, there will be no media permitted on the tarmac and no interviews will be given.

Media Advisory: Fraser Institute to Release Popular Report Card on BC Secondary Schools on Friday May 9

Thu, 08 May 2008 12:00:00 EDT

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - The Fraser Institute will release its much anticipated Report Card on Secondary Schools in British Columbia and Yukon: 2008 Edition on Friday, May 9 at 6 am (Pacific). The Report Card on Secondary Schools in British Columbia and Yukon: 2008 Edition rates 298 public and private secondary schools from across British Columbia and the Yukon using seven key indicators of school performance based on the results of province-wide tests provided by the BC Ministry of Education.

Media Advisory: Technical Briefing on Afghanistan

Thu, 08 May 2008 11:56:00 EDT

OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - On Thursday, May 8, 2008, Canada's top civilian representative in Kandahar, Elissa Golberg, will provide an on-the-record overview of the challenges and opportunities facing Canada's mission in Afghanistan. Senior representatives from Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada, the Canadian International Development Agency and the Department of National Defence will also be present during the briefing (not for cameras; attribution to senior government officials).

Media Advisory: Canadian Heritage

Thu, 08 May 2008 10:00:00 EDT

OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - On behalf of the Honourable Josee Verner, Minister of Canadian Heritage, Status of Women and Official Languages, Rick Dykstra, Member of Parliament (St. Catharines) will make an important announcement, tomorrow, concerning the Niagara Folk Arts Festival. Please note that this advisory is subject to change without notice. The details are as follows: /T/ Date: Friday, May 9 Time: 10 a.m. Place: Folk Arts Council of St. Catharines

Media Advisory/REMINDER: Annual Meeting of Yellow Pages Income Fund

Thu, 08 May 2008 09:03:00 EDT

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - Marc P. Tellier, President and Chief Executive Officer, cordially invites media representatives to attend the Annual Meeting of Yellow Pages Income Fund (TSX:YLO.UN) on May 8, 2008, in Montreal. The company will also report its 2008 first quarter results at this meeting. /T/ Annual Meeting When: Thursday, May 8, 2008, 10:00 a.m. Where: Le Windsor, 1170 Peel Street, Montreal Webcast: http://www.ypg.com/page.php/en/1/504.html

Media Advisory/REMINDER: Health Canada

Thu, 08 May 2008 08:00:00 EDT

OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - The Honourable Tony Clement, Federal Minister of Health, accompanied by the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Metis and Non-Status Indians, will make an important announcement regarding the National Anti-Drug Strategy to improve drug addiction treatment services for First Nations and Inuit. The Ministers will be available to answer questions from the media following their remarks.

ORLive Presents: Transnasal Endoscopic Surgery for Skull-Based Tumors

Thu, 08 May 2008 07:15:00 EDT

Live Webcast: From Sentara Norfolk General Hospital: May 8, 2008 at 3:00 PM EDT (19:00 UTC)

Media Advisory/REMINDER: Aeroports de Montreal's Annual Public Meeting

Thu, 08 May 2008 07:00:00 EDT

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - May 8, 2008) - Aeroports de Montreal (ADM) invites the media to its Annual Public Meeting. On this occasion, Pierre Martin, Chairman of the Board, and James Cherry, President and Chief Executive Officer, will present the review of activities for fiscal year 2007 and ADM's audited financial statements. A press meeting will be held in the CD room on the 1st floor, following immediately the Annual Public Meeting. DATEBOOK /T/ WHAT: Aeroports de Montreal's annual public meeting

Media Advisory: Health Canada

Wed, 07 May 2008 22:23:00 EDT

OTTAWA, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - May 7, 2008) - The Honourable Tony Clement, Federal Minister of Health, accompanied by the Honourable Chuck Strahl, Minister of Indian Affairs and Northern Development and Federal Interlocutor for Metis and Non-Status Indians, will make an important announcement regarding the National Anti-Drug Strategy to improve drug addiction treatment services for First Nations and Inuit. The Ministers will be available to answer questions from the media following their remarks.