Executive Council
October 12, 2012

Media Advisory: Minister to Welcome Russian Tall Ship Kruzenshtern

The Honourable Nick McGrath, Minister for Intergovernmental and Aboriginal Affairs and Minister Responsible for Labrador Affairs, will speak during an arrival ceremony aboard the Kruzenshtern on Monday, October 15, at 9:00 a.m., St John’s harbour.

The Russian tall ship, Kruzenshtern, is the second largest sailing ship in the world and a multiple winner of numerous international sailing regattas, transatlantic races and other sporting events. The Kruzenshtern operates as a naval training and educational vessel.

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Media contact:
Carol Ann Carter
Director of Communications
Intergovernmental and Aboriginal Affairs
709-729-1674, 631-9505
carolanncarter@gov.nl.ca

2012 10 12                                      4:05 p.m.