Media Advisory - Canadian Tire presents Edmonton class with 'Green School Challenge' Award
Lorelei Public School class to be recognized for their commitment to the
environmentEDMONTON, Dec. 2 /CNW/ -What: Ms. Kiat's grade four 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 20 students submitted
an entry outlining their eco-friendly activities, which
included bringing garbage-less lunches to school, composting
and suggesting ways for their parents can be 'greener' at
home. Join Canadian Tire as we acknowledge the class's
efforts with an award presentation at the school.
Who: Joey Kitchen, Canadian Tire General Manager (Presenter)
Ms. Kiat's Grade 4 Class (Recipient)
When: Thursday, December 4 2008
10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Where: Lorelei Public School
16230 103 St.
Edmonton, AB
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.
For further information:
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