TORONTO, ON – The President of Local 1600 of the Canadian Union of Public Employees will update the media on the status of collective bargaining with the Toronto Zoo today, Wednesday, May 10, at 4:00 p.m.

The media update will be held at the front entrance of the Delta Toronto East Hotel, located just north of Highway 401 at Kennedy Road.

Notice to assignment editors and photo desks: Following a brief statement, CUPE 1600 President Christine McKenzie will hold a short media availability.

WHAT:      CUPE 1600 media update and availability

WHEN:     Today, May 10, 4:00 p.m.

WHERE:   Delta Toronto East Hotel, 2035 Kennedy Road, Scarborough

WHO:        CUPE 1600 President Christine McKenzie

WHY:        To update media regarding the status of collective bargaining with the Toronto Zoo

Media wishing to cover today’s event are encouraged to contact Kevin Wilson, CUPE Communications.

CUPE 1600 represents more than 400 zookeepers, horticulturists, trades people, maintenance, administration and public relations staff, concession and ride operators at Canada’s largest zoo.

For more information, please contact:

Kevin Wilson, CUPE Communications, 416-821-6641