O d y s s i u m™ M e d i a R e l e a s e s
Edmonton, AB -TELUS and the Odyssium today announced an $8.2 million, 20-year partnership that will expand and enhance exhibits and programming at the facility, to be re-named 'TELUS World Of Science Edmonton'.
"This generous contribution by TELUS helps us immensely to advance our guiding principle of making opportunities accessible to everyone to learn about and enjoy science and technology. TELUS World of Science is a new and exciting step into the future for us and our visitors," said George Smith, Edmonton Space and Science Foundation/Odyssium President and CEO. "This is a complete win-win situation. It is good for us, it is good for TELUS, and most of all it is good for our community as they will benefit from improved science and technology programming."
"TELUS' commitment to deliver a friendly future extends beyond our business and the service we deliver. By investing in this important facility, TELUS is investing in tomorrow's leaders," said Darren Entwistle, TELUS president and CEO. "This sponsorship means Edmonton's children have more opportunity to experience the natural curiosity that sparks innovation and keeps young people excited about the limitless possibilities of science and technology."
The Odyssium, under the new name TELUS World of Science Edmonton, will continue to be operated by the Edmonton Space & Science Foundation, a non-profit, registered charitable organization.
"I applaud the commitment and confidence the corporate world continues to show in our community," said Edmonton Mayor Stephen Mandel. "With this investment, the TELUS World of Science will remain one of Edmonton's outstanding attractions, providing our citizens and the visitors to our City with the opportunity to learn more about the science and technology behind our every day experiences."
TELUS to fund free family day to celebrate sponsorship on May 7
To celebrate its sponsorship, TELUS is funding a free general admission day at
the centre on Saturday, May 7, 2005.
TELUS is a proud supporter of youth and innovation
TELUS is committed to promoting technological innovation and has invested in our
children's future by supporting science centres across Canada. This investment
in science centres in Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal, Calgary and now Edmonton,
reflects TELUS' belief in making the future friendly for youth by fostering
educational opportunities through the innovative use of technology. For more
information about how TELUS is helping to create a friendlier future in your
community, visit us at telus.com/community ( http://about.telus.com/community/community_investment/index.html
).
About TELUS
TELUS (TSX: T, T.NV; NYSE: TU) is the largest telecommunications company in
Western Canada and the second largest in the country, with $7.6 billion of
annual revenue, 4.8 million network access lines and 3.9 million wireless
customers. The company provides customers with a full range of
telecommunications products and services including data, voice and wireless
services across Canada, utilizing next generation Internet-based technologies.
For more information about TELUS, please visit www.telus.com.
About the Odyssium
The Odyssium, a world-class broad-based science center, is operated by the
Edmonton Space & Science Foundation, a non-profit organization. The facility
offers permanent interactive exhibits, feature exhibits, an IMAX theatre, the
Margaret Zeidler Star Theatre, a science stage for science demonstrations and an
Observatory, numerous school and community programs, as well as a gift shop and
café. Visit www.Odyssium.com for
further information.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Donalda daSilva Pelton
Odyssium
(780) 452-9100, ext. 2289
info@odyssium.com
Allison Vale
TELUS
(416) 629-6425
allison.vale@telus.com
Odyssium™
11211 - 142 Street NW
Edmonton, AB T5M 4A1
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FAX: (780) 455-5882