Government of Canada/Public Works — January 8, 2013
Media Advisory/REMINDER: Human Resources and Skills Development CanadaST. JOHN'S, NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR--(Marketwire - Jan. 8, 2013) - Dr. Kellie Leitch, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, and the Honourable Nick McGrath, Minister of Service for Newfoundland and Labrador, will make an important announcement about the Newborn Registration Service.
Dr. Leitch will be available for a photo op and to answer questions from the media following the announcement.
Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local.
| DATE: | Tuesday, January 8, 2013 |
| TIME: | 11:00 a.m. |
| PLACE: | Janeway Children's Hospital |
| At the bottom of the ship, lower level | |
| 300 Prince Philip Drive | |
| St. John's, Newfoundland |
Contact Information
Marian Ngo
Press Secretary
Office of Minister Finley
819-994-2482
Media Relations Office
Human Resources and Skills Development Canada
819-994-5559
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