MONCTON, June 20, 2008... The organizing committee of 2009 Ford World Men's Curling Championship is thrilled to announce that Atlantic Lottery will be the Presenting Sponsor for the event being held at the Moncton Coliseum, April 4 – 12, 2009. Chairman Jim Lockyer thanked Atlantic Lottery for their support and for their confidence in the citizens of Greater Moncton, who continually demonstrate how this vibrant community works together to achieve amazing results. "To host a World championship is a great honour, but this Worlds' is more special than most. It is the 50th year of the Men's Championship AND will be the final qualifying event for the 2010 Olympics for some of the participating teams. This will be a celebration that Monctonians and fans from all over the world will remember for years to come" said Lockyer.

The logo, originally launched in February, has evolved to now include Atlantic Lottery as the Presenting Sponsor. In addition, Atlantic Lottery is proud to announce that it will also be the Volunteer Sponsor for the 2009 Ford World Men's.

Monctonian and World Curling Federation President Les Harrison added "the most important aspects needed when hosting a successful world class sporting event are volunteers, local sponsorships and ticket sales. To have a well respected organization like the Atlantic Lottery Corporation step up as a Presenting Sponsor for the 2009 Ford World Men's Curling Championship is huge for both the community and region as it is showcased on the world stage. Volunteers being the backbone of such an event will appreciate the strong support provided by Atlantic Lottery, as well as all other sponsors."

"Atlantic Lottery is proud and excited to participate as both the presenting sponsor and the volunteer sponsor with the 2009 Ford World Men's Curling Championship," says Robert Stokes, Acting VP Social Responsibility and Communication. "Volunteers play an integral role in the success of an event of this caliber. Through dedication, commitment and participation, they are the ambassadors of not only the event itself, but also the city of Moncton and Atlantic Canada. We are proud of the 400 plus individuals who will give of their time and talents. We know curling fans will receive a warm Atlantic Canadian welcome!"

Interest in the event is very high in Greater Moncton, evidence by brisk ticket sales and the significant level of sponsorship so far from our local business community. Our sponsorship program continues, and we expect many more corporations to want to become involved with the 50th Men's Worlds.

We are also pleased to announce that Pizza Delight will be the title sponsor of the School Program that will run in conjunction with the Worlds. Schools in District 1 and District 2 will participate in numerous ways, including curling being taught in theory in classroom, the gymnasium, followed by some students curling at one of the three local curling clubs. Schools will adopt a team and create posters to support their team, which will be displayed in the Coliseum as well as throughout the City through the Paint the Town campaign.

Nicole LeGresle , Marketing Manager of Pizza Delight stated that "as a proud sponsor, Pizza Delight is delighted to be part of such a great sporting event and provide children in our community schools with the opportunity to learn and have fun."

For more information:

Contact: Lynn MacKenzie
Event Coordinator
2009 Ford World Men's Curling Championship
Ph: (506) 854-2009
Fax: (506) 855-7237 e-mail: lmackenzie@curling.ca