Winners selected for Canon Canada's 2009 Nurture Nature Awards
MISSISSAUGA, ON,
Three winners across
"Through this program we were introduced to many passionate Canadians who are committed to helping protect their local environment, but lacked the resources to make an impact," said Stan Skorayko, Vice President, Corporate Communications and General and Environmental Affairs, Canon
The winner from Canada's Eastern Region, which includes
"The Jeannote and Aux Cerfs Islands is a popular destination for pleasure boating and fishing, but many don't realize how these activities can negatively affect the local species, like the endangered Copper Redhorse," said Marcel Comiré, Coordinator, COVABAR. "The funding from the Nurture Nature Awards will help us educate visitors on how to have fun, while still respecting the environment for the species native to this area."
The winner from Central
"Swamps are an integral part of our ecosystem and are also one of the rarest habitats in
In the Western Region, which includes British Columbia, Alberta, Yukon Territories and North West Territories, the winning proposal was submitted by the
"The
About Canon
Headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, the company employs 1,400 people at its offices nation-wide, servicing the Canadian market from coast to coast. Innovation and cutting-edge technology have been essential ingredients in Canon's success. Canon's leadership in imaging, optical and document management technology and solutions is based in large part on the thousands of patents the company has secured throughout its history. For the 16th consecutive year, Canon Inc. is among the top three US patent recipients.
The company's comprehensive product line includes networked multifunction devices; digital copiers (colour and black and white); printers, scanners, image filing systems and facsimile machines; calculators, digital camcorders, digital and analogue cameras and lenses; semiconductor, broadcast and other specialized industrial products.
Canon supports programs that help preserve and protect the environment. The company instituted the Clean Earth Campaign in 1990, which assists various environmental and recycling initiatives. The Campaign has also supported leading environmental organizations, such as World Wildlife Fund -
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For further information: For further information: Wayne Doyle, Senior Manager, Corporate Communications, Canon Canada Inc., Tel: (905) 565-4598, [email protected]; Jessica Draker, High Road Communications, Tel: (416) 644-2270, [email protected]
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