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Natural Resources Canada
October 12, 2006


Christian Paradis Opens Earthquake Exhibit

Québec — On Friday, October 13, Christian Paradis, M.P. for Mégantic–L'Érable and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Natural Resources, will launch National Science and Technology Week (NSTW) at the Geological Survey of Canada premises. He will be joined by local students and teachers as he unveils a seismograph showcase that includes real-time seismic readings and highlights the history of major earthquakes in Canada. 

NSTW is a week-long, Canada-wide event from October 13 to 22, 2006, that celebrates the importance of science and technology in our lives. For more information on NSTW and activities across Canada, please visit www.nrcan.gc.ca/nstw.

Location: Geological Survey of Canada building
490 de la Couronne Street
Québec, Quebec
Because of construction, please use the door on Sainte-Hélène Street
Date and
Time:
October 13, 2006
10:00 a.m. EDT

For more information:

Ghyslain Charron
Media Relations 
Natural Resources Canada
Ottawa
(613) 992-4447
Kathleen Olson
Acting Director of Communications
Office of the Minister
Natural Resources Canada
Ottawa
(613) 996-2007

Last Updated: 2006-10-11