World Vision shares true meaning of Christmas with GTA commuters
MISSISSAUGA, ON,
"The gift catalogue is very popular with residents in the
In 2008, over 40,000 GTA residents spent over a million dollars in gifts for those less fortunate in developing countries. Gifts such as mosquito nets, antibiotics and school supplies offer hope and positive change in the lives of others.
WHAT: A fun way for commuters to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas. This is an opportunity for commuters to learn about an alternative way to give this holiday season by purchasing gifts available in the World Vision Gift Catalogue. WHEN: November 30 through December 4, 2009, 6 a.m. - 8 a.m. WHERE: November 30 - Oakville - 214 Cross Avenue, Oakville, ON December 1 - Unionville - 7970 Kennedy Road, Markham, ON December 2 - Meadowvale - 6845 Millcreek Drive, Mississauga, ON December 3 - Bramalea - 1713 Steeles Avenue, Brampton, ON December 4 - Ajax - 100 Westney Road South, Ajax, ON PHOTO/VIDEO/INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES: - Speak to GTA residents who have shopped using the catalogue. - Staff dressed as "furry friends" (cow, rooster) portraying some of the livestock gift options. - One-on-one interviews with World Vision spokespeople. - Hundreds of commuters receiving a World Vision Gift Catalogue with a festive backdrop.
For more information on World Vision's gift catalogue, visit www.worldvision.ca or call 1-800-844-7993.
For more information about the catalogue please visit www.worldvision.ca/gcnewsroom
World Vision is a Christian relief, development and advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. World Vision serves all people regardless of religion, race, ethnicity or gender.
For further information: or to arrange an interview, contact: Maria Roman, (905) 565-6200 ext. 2263, [email protected]; Karen Flores, (905) 565-6200 ext. 3497, (416) 277-5563 (mobile), [email protected]
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