Media Advisory - Photo Opportunity - The Royal Canadian Mint and Canada Post to Present a Commemorative Coin and Stamp Set to the Snowbirds Air Demonstration Team

Media Advisory

OTTAWA, June 27, 2006 - Flanked by members of the Canadian Forces
Snowbirds, officials from the Royal Canadian Mint and Canada Post will
officially unveil a commemorative coin and stamp set that pays tribute to the
famous Snowbirds. The commemoration will come as the Snowbirds prepare to
execute their traditional fly past over Parliament Hill two days later during
Canada celebrations. In a symbolic gesture, the Mint and Canada Post will also
present the 431 Squadron with a set whose Certificate of Authenticity bears
the number 00431.
What: Photo opportunity - Official presentation of the 2006 $5 Coin and
Stamp Set- Snowbirds, by the Royal Canadian Mint and Canada Post.
Weather conditions and air traffic permitting, the Snowbirds hope
to conduct a low, high-speed pass prior to landing.
Media will have the opportunity to interview the pilots and the
technicians, as well as get a close up look at the Snowbirds'
CT-114 Tutor jets.
When: Thursday, June 29, 2006
Arrival- 1:00 p.m.
(Access to site is restricted, therefore all media attending should present themselves at 1:00 pm.)
Where: Esso AVITAT
350 Comet Private
Ottawa
In proximity to the Ottawa International Airport
Who: The Canadian Forces Snowbirds- 431 Squadron
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For further information:
Anthony Kissmate
Manager, Communications
Royal Canadian Mint
Tel.: (613) 949-6370
Mobile : (613) 884-6370
E-mail: kissmate@monnaie.ca

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