June 21, 2006 -
WHAT:
Dr. David Suzuki, Burnaby Mayor Derek Corrigan and UBC sustainable transportation professor Dr. Lawrence Frank are holding a press conference at the World Urban Forum Thursday. They will speak about how the proposed twinning of the Port Mann Bridge and Highway 1 expansion will jeopardize Greater Vancouver's quality of life and its international reputation as a world leader in urban planning. The expert panel will also talk about more sustainable alternatives that will ensure Greater Vancouver continues to be one of the most livable regions in the world.
WHO:
Dr. David Suzuki, scientist, broadcaster and chair of the David Suzuki Foundation
Derek Corrigan, Mayor of Burnaby
Dr. Lawrence Frank, Chair of Sustainable Urban Transportation Systems at UBC
WHEN:
Thursday, June 22, 2006, 11:00 a.m.
WHERE:
World Urban Forum
UN Plaza, Exhibition Hall B
Vancouver Convention and Exhibition Centre, 999 Canada Place
For more information, contact:
Sarah Marchildon
Communications specialist
David Suzuki Foundation
604-732-4228, ext. 237
Dr. Lawrence Frank
Bombardier Chair in Sustainable Transportation
University of British Columbia
604-822-5387
City of Burnaby
Mayor's Office
604-294-7340