August 18, 2003 Blood Donor Clinic

the York Region Administrative Centre. The clinic is part of the 911 Challenge between York Regional Police, Fire Services and employees of the Regional Municipality of York.

With the announcement of blood shortages stemming from the recent power outage, residents are encouraged to come out and donate.

WHEN: Tuesday, August 19, 2003

10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

WHERE: The Great Hall

York Region Administrative Centre

17250 Yonge Street, Newmarket

Please call 1-888-2 DONATE to book an appointment. Without appointment as space permits.

For more information, please visit Canadian Blood Services at www.bloodservices.ca.

Contact: Michael Kemp, Corporate Communications, York Region

- (905) 830-4444 or 1-877-474-9675, ext. 1232

- Email: michael.kemp@region.york.on.ca

The Regional Municipality of York is committed to providing cost-effective, quality services that respond to the needs of our rapidly growing communities. York Region is comprised of the following nine area municipalities: Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Vaughan and Whitchurch-Stouffville. For more information, visit our Web site at: www.region.york.on.ca

Contact: Patrick Casey, Senior Media Relations Specialist, York Region

(905) 830-4444, ext. 1235
Email: patrick.casey@region.york.on.ca