MISSISSAUGA, ON, Feb. 25, 2015 /CNW/ - This Saturday, UPS Canada will celebrate its 40th Anniversary in true Canadian fashion, hosting outdoor winter inspired events across the country, including one at Eau Claire Market in Calgary. To thank the community for its partnership over the past 40 years, UPS Canada is giving back to its employees, customers and community members, inviting them to visit the UPS booth at Eau Claire Market for free hot chocolate and sweet treats, and a limited-edition, commemorative 40th anniversary toque.
Events will take place in other cities across Canada, including Montreal, Mississauga and Vancouver this Saturday, and Halifax on Sunday, March 1, 2015.
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WHAT:
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Visuals will include a UPS package car and booth on-site at Eau Claire Market providing warm drinks, treats and giveaways to local community members. All media are welcome to attend the event and capture live footage / sound / photos.
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WHEN:
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Saturday, February 28, 2015
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1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
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WHERE:
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Eau Claire Market
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200 Barclay Parade SW, Calgary, AB T2P 4R3
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INTERVIEWS:
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Interviews are available on-site with John Dumigan, division manager, UPS Canada, who can speak to the company's history in Canada, and provide stories and facts about its years of service.
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About UPS:
UPS (NYSE: UPS) is a global leader in logistics, offering a broad range of solutions including transporting packages and freight; facilitating international trade, and deploying advanced technology to more efficiently manage the world of business. Headquartered in Atlanta, UPS serves more than 220 countries and territories worldwide. The company can be found on the web at ups.com® and its corporate blog can be found at longitudes.ups.com. To get UPS news direct, visit pressroom.ups.com/RSS.
SOURCE UPS Canada Ltd.
Media contacts: Jessica Kitchen, Edelman for UPS Canada, Jessica.kitchen@edelman.com, 416-849-2839; Victoria Ptashnick, Edelman for UPS Canada, Victoria.ptashnick@edelman.com, 416-850-0184Copyright CNW Group 2015