Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business Hosts a Business Luncheon for Montreal business community

MEDIA ADVISORY

 

Attention: Business News Editor

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Toronto (September 24, 2010) – Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business Hosts a Business Luncheon for Montreal business community. Michael Novak , Executive Vice-President of SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. will be the keynote speaker.

WHO: Michael Novak, Executive Vice-President of SNC-Lavalin, will provide an overview of SNC-Lavalin’s business in Canada and the importance of including the Aboriginal community in business, as partners, suppliers and employees. In addition, network with senior corporate executives, Aboriginal leaders and Aboriginal entrepreneurs.WHAT: CCAB’s first ever Business Luncheon and first event in Montreal.

WHY: Mr. Clint Davis, President and CEO of the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business, said, “Now more than ever there is a great opportunity for corporate Canada and Aboriginal business to build lasting relationships that benefit each other. SNC-Lavalin is a great example of a company that has done this effectively.”

WHEN: Thursday, September 30, 2010, 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. Speech begins at 12:45 pm.

WHERE: Hilton Montreal Bonaventure, 900 de La Gauchetiere W., Montreal

About the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business:
The Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) was founded in 1984 by a small group of visionary business and community leaders led by Murray Koffler. CCAB is committed to the full participation of Aboriginal people in Canada’s economy. A national non-profit organization, CCAB offers knowledge, resources, and programs to both mainstream and Aboriginal owned companies that foster economic opportunities for Aboriginal people and businesses across Canada. Call 416-961-8663 or visit www.ccab.com to learn about CCAB members.

About SNC-Lavalin Group:
SNC-Lavalin (TSX:SNC) is one of the leading engineering and construction groups in the world and a major player in the ownership of infrastructure, and in the provision of operations and maintenance services. SNC-Lavalin has offices across Canada and in over 35 other countries around the world, and is currently working in some 100 countries.

For additional information or to schedule an interview contact:
Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business
Chris Allicock Office (416) 694-3131/ Cell (416) 319-8003 or email callicock[at]amberlight.ca