Media Advisory - Canadian Tire presents Regina class with 'Green School Challenge' Award
St. Pius X class to be recognized for its commitment to the environment TORONTO, Dec. 2 /CNW/ -What: Ms. Stevenson's grade eight class will receive Canadian Tire's first 'Green School Challenge Award' in recognition of the steps the students are taking inside and outside of the classroom to help the environment. The 30 students submitted an entry outlining their eco-friendly activities, which included developing a "Green Games Carnival' intended to help teach the younger kids at the school about the environment. Join Canadian Tire as we acknowledge the class's efforts with an award presentation at the school. Who: Richard Line, Canadian Tire Associate Dealer (Presenter) Ms. Stevenson's Grade 8 Class (Recipient) When: Thursday, December 4 2008 10:45 - 11:45 a.m. Where: St. Pius X School 3301 Garnet St. Regina, SK Background: The 'Green School Challenge Award' was created by Canadian Tire to recognize classes who are actively taking steps to help the environment. One winning class was chosen in Calgary, Edmonton, Regina, Winnipeg, Ottawa and Toronto. To recognize each of the classes, Canadian Tire will be planting trees throughout the school yard in the spring and providing each of the winning kids with an eco-friendly gift bag and pizza party.
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For further information: To arrange for a photo of the class or to speak to someone at Canadian Tire regarding the contest, please contact Joanne Elson, Canadian Tire Corporation, Tel: (416) 544-7778