Toronto Pearson achieves major Terminal 3 milestone, unveils 80,000 sq. ft. pier for 2.9 million passengers

TORONTO, June 17, 2015 /CNW/ - On Thursday, Toronto Pearson will celebrate the grand reopening of its Terminal 3 Pier, Gates B1-B5 for the first time in six years. This key milestone in the multi-year Terminal 3 Enhancement Project supports travel for 2.9 million passengers.

Join Toronto Pearson and WestJet, along with key government, community and airport partners at the reopening celebration. Learn what this means to the economic health of Canada – for airport connectivity, community and the region at large.

Date:   
Thursday, June 18, 2015

Time:   
12:30 p.m.

Location: 
Toronto Pearson International Airport, Terminal 3, Departures Level

• Check in at the east passenger boarding screening point
• Directional signage will be placed in the terminal to help guide you to the location in the new pier. This is about a 15 minute walk from security screening.
• All media attendees must bring a government issued photo ID (e.g. driver's license or passport) in order to gain restricted access
• Satellite trucks must park at 3111 Convair Drive, Mississauga, Ontario

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This event offers a first look into the redevelopment and future of Terminal 3 set for completion in 2017.

Photo and interview opportunities available.

SOURCE Toronto Pearson

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