Media Advisory - Press conference - Quebec Government announcement regarding Giant Steps Autism Centre

MONTREAL, Aug. 30, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - Giant Steps, a leader in autism and educational services, and the Angus Development Corporation are pleased to invite the media to a press conference in Montreal on August 31 at 10:30 a.m. with Mr. Jean-François Roberge, Minister of Education, Ms. Chantal Rouleau, Minister of Transport and Minister responsible for the Metropolis and the Montreal Region, and Mr. Charles Lafortune who will be the master of ceremony.

Media wishing to attend must do so in person. Following public health guidelines, the maximum number of journalists for this event is 16. In addition, only two cameras for all media and two photographers will be allowed on site (camera pool). Please note that journalists must bring their press card.

As a reminder, those attending the press conference must not have symptoms similar to those of COVID-19 or have been in contact with someone who has been diagnosed with the disease in the last 14 days. Those in attendance must follow wear a mask and adhere to physical distancing and other hygiene measures.

What?

Press Conference: Government of Quebec announcement regarding Giant Steps Autism Centre

When?

Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at 10:30 a.m.

Where?

Montreal - The exact address will be sent to you following your confirmation, the day before the event.

RSVP and interviews

In addition to the speakers at the press conference, the following people will be available on site for interviews:

• Mr. Charles Lafortune  
• A parent and an adult with an autism spectrum disorder who graduated from Giant Steps

Journalists wishing to attend the press conference must confirm their presence by email to  [email protected] or by phone at [phone]. 
Only those who have received confirmation of their registration will be able to attend. The exact address will be sent to you following your confirmation, the day before the event. Parking instructions will also be sent to you by email.

SOURCE Giant Steps

Frédérique Lorrain, TACT, Cellphone: [phone], [email protected]; Sources: Jean-François Del Torchio, Director of Strategy, Office of the Minister of Education, 438 490-5502, [email protected]; Catherine Boucher, Press Officer, Office of the Minister for Transport and Minister responsible for the Metropolis and the Montreal area, 418 802-6833, [email protected]