Media Advisory - Collaborative Project Funding Announcement to Benefit Lower Fraser Communities

RICHMOND, BC, Dec. 14, 2012 /CNW/ - Together, Port Metro Vancouver, the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, the B.C. Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, the Corporation of Delta, and the City of Richmond will reveal at a media event, on Monday December 17, a significant funding announcement to benefit Lower Fraser communities.

Please join us at the Gulf of Georgia Cannery in Richmond for the unveiling of this important investment that will go towards supporting the economic and environmental revitalization of the waterfronts and harbours of Lower Fraser communities.

What:	The Port Metro Vancouver, the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, the B.C. Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, the Corporation of Delta, and the City of Richmond will announce a joint commitment in funding for a collaborative project that will benefit Lower Fraser communities with waterways outside of main shipping channels.
Who:	Kerry-Lynne Findlay, Q.C., M.P. for Delta—Richmond East Hon. Mary Polak, Minster of Transportation & Infrastructure, MLA Langley Hon. John Yap, Minister of Advanced Education, Innovation and Technology & Minister Responsible for Multiculturalism, MLA Richmond-Steveston Mayor Lois E. Jackson (Delta) Mayor Malcolm Brodie (Richmond) Allan Baydala, CFO - Port Metro Vancouver
When:	Monday December 17, 2012 10:00 a.m. - Media registration opens 10:30 a.m. - Speaking remarks; announcement 11:00 a.m. - photo opp 11:05 a.m. - one-on-one interviews
Where:	Gulf of Georgia Cannery 12138 Fourth Avenue, Richmond Parking available in lot at Chatham St. and Fourth Avenue

SOURCE: Port Metro Vancouver

To RSVP for the event, or request a one-on-one interview, please contact:

Barbara Joy-Kinsella
Media Relations - Port Metro Vancouver
604-665-9267
[email protected]