CBC FIFA World Cup™ Viewing Lounge at Toronto Eaton Centre

Welcoming the World: Toronto Eaton Centre brings FIFA World Cup™ to downtown Toronto in association with CBC, the Official Broadcaster

TORONTO, June 10, 2014 /CNW/ - On Thursday, June 12, 2014 three CBC FIFA World Cup™ Viewing Lounges at Toronto Eaton Centre will open to the public, providing a place for guests to join together to cheer on the world's premiere soccer teams while they vie for the title of World Cup champions.

"Toronto Eaton Centre is thrilled to be working with CBC and FIFA to offer an exciting World Cup experience for our guests," said Meredith Vlitas, Senior Marketing Director, Toronto Eaton Centre. "With 32 countries competing in FIFA World Cup™, we want to provide a space to engage Toronto's multicultural spirit and look forward to having our guests cheer on their favourite teams."

Located in Trinity Way, Urban Eatery, and level three, Queen Street bridge, the lounges will be open during mall hours.

The Trinity Way lounge will be outfitted with WiFi and phone charging stations so fans will not miss a moment of the action! The CBC FIFA World Cup Viewing Lounges will also provide a location for soccer themed activities throughout the games.

Social media users can follow TEC's online conversation via Twitter (@toeatoncentre), Facebook (Facebook.com/Toronto Eaton Centre) and their newly launched Instagram (@toeatoncentre).

Fans can follow along with the hashtag #CBCWorldCup

WHEN:	CBC FIFA World Cup™ Viewing Lounges at Toronto Eaton Centre Beginning Thursday, June 12, 2014 Open mall hours
	Viewing Lounges are located in the following areas:    Trinity Way Urban Eatery, North side Level three, Queen Street bridge
WHERE:	Toronto Eaton Centre 220 Yonge Street, Toronto

About CBC/Radio-Canada
CBC/Radio-Canada is Canada's national public broadcaster and one of its largest cultural institutions. The Corporation is a leader in reaching Canadians on new platforms and delivers a comprehensive range of radio, television, internet, and satellite-based services. Deeply rooted in the regions, CBC/Radio-Canada is the only domestic broadcaster to offer diverse regional and cultural perspectives in English, French and eight Aboriginal languages.

SOURCE: Toronto Eaton Centre

Media are required to complete a filming release form and confirm times before filming within Toronto Eaton Centre. To obtain a copy of the film release and to schedule a filming time, please contact:

Charlene D'Aoust
MAVERICK
416.640.5525 x224
[email protected]