Media Advisory - 50,000 square feet of spectacular retail and relaxation space set to open at Toronto Pearson

TORONTO, July 20, 2016 /CNW/ - On Thursday, Toronto Pearson will officially open 50,000 square feet of revitalized shopping, dining and relaxation space in Terminal 3. This marks a major milestone in the multi-year Terminal 3 Enhancement Project – for the airport, community and region at large.

Join Toronto Pearson, WestJet and other airport partners at the celebration. See what this means for passenger experience, job growth for the region, business, and the community.

Date:	Thursday, July 21, 2016
Location:	Terminal 3 | Enter at International (East) Screening Point
RSVP:	Thursday, July 21, 2016 at 9 a.m.
Due to the location of this visit, you are required to RSVP in advance of the event.

Schedule:
10:30 a.m. – sign in with valid government issued photo ID (passport or driver's license)
11:00 a.m. – Formal event begins
11:30 a.m. – Ribbon cutting and interviews available

Speakers:

• Pat Neville, Vice President, Airport Planning and Technical Services, Greater Toronto Airports Authority
• Ed Baklor, Senior Vice President, Guest Experience, WestJet
• Stanis Smith, Executive Vice President, Stantec
• Kieran Hawe, Senior Vice President and Toronto Area Manager, EllisDon

Photo/Film Opportunity:

• Dance performances depicting a selection of international destinations for passengers in Terminal 3
• A remarkable design achievement, our "Eye in the Sky" is a monumental skylight that extends from the departures floor and up through arrivals, bringing daylight streaming into the atrium and the central seating and shopping area of the departures level.
• Retail stores and dining locations

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This event offers a unique look into the redevelopment and future of Terminal 3 set for completion in 2017. Photo and interview opportunities available.

SOURCE Greater Toronto Airports Authority

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