Media Advisory

Media Invited to Tour McNabs Island Clean-Up

(Tuesday, May 15/07)-- HRM's Transportation and Public Works is joining forces with the Province of Nova Scotia, the Federal government and the Department of Defense to clean-up McNabs Island.

After decades of items such as autos, household goods, etc. being taken to the island, these materials are now being removed.

Through the leadership of HRM Public Works, partnerships were developed with DND, NS Department of Natural Resources, local HRM Councillor Becky Kent, local residents and interest groups to get the job done.

The partners in the clean-up effort invite the media to tour the island later this week and see the work in progress. Those interested should contact Liz Kingston at 490-4644 to reserve a spot.

When:  Thursday, May 17, 2007

Time:     9:30 a.m.

Where:  Government Wharf, in Eastern Passage. Harbour craft will transport participating media members to and from the island.

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John O'Brien
Manager, Corporate Communications
Chief Administrative Office
(902) 490-6531