Media Advisory: Minister to Participate in Avalon Mall/VOCM Happy Tree Launch

The Honourable Dave Denine, Minister for Intergovernmental Affairs and Minister Responsible for the Volunteer and Non-Profit Sector, will participate in the launch of the Avalon Mall/VOCM Happy Tree tomorrow (Thursday, November 19) at 6:45 p.m. at the centre court in the Avalon Mall.

Each year, approximately one month prior to Christmas, the Avalon Mall, VOCM Cares Foundation, and the Salvation Army work together to collect and distribute toys for children.

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Media contact:
Lesley Clarke
Communications Specialist
Intergovernmental Affairs Secretariat
Volunteer and Non-Profit Secretariat
709-729-6026, 699-2910
lesleyclarke@gov.nl.ca

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