Posted on May 27, 2003 By Anthony DeBlasi                     <<BACK TO NEWSBOARD

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(First, my comments on the matter. It is a great idea to have these 3 entities get together to offer a nice package for residents and tourists of Toronto. However, didn't Toronto a few days ago go back on High Alert Status because of the spread of the Sars Virus? Granted, this events are not for at least another month. However, with the high alert right now, I think eliminating the Sars problem in Toronto, would generate alot more revenue for Toronto than discounted prices on events.). Below is the press release: TORONTO, On., May 27, 2003 – World Wrestling Entertainment™, the Toronto Indy and the Toronto Blue Jays have combined forces for the first time to offer an unprecedented TOGETHER FOR TORONTO Campaign for July to pump up interest in the city’s summer tourism activities and to encourage people in the GTA to enjoy Toronto. Representatives from the three organizations announced their TOGETHER FOR TORONTO package today at Wayne Gretzky’s Restaurant on Blue Jays Way. WWE™ Superstar Edge™, and Toronto Blue Jays center fielder Vernon Wells were on hand for the announcement of the ticket package that includes a WWE™ SmackDown!™ televised event, a Blue Jays game, and the Toronto Indy. "This is a great package for an amazing price," said Toronto Mayor Mel Lastman. "I’m encouraging all Torontonians to get out, have fun and show the whole world all that Toronto has to offer." The TOGETHER FOR TORONTO package features a ticket for WWE™ SmackDown!™ (#1 ranked regularly scheduled program on The Score in Canada, [Thursdays, 7PM ET] and on UPN in the U.S. [Thursdays, 8PM ET]), live from the Air Canada Centre on Tuesday, July 8, a ticket to the July 9 or 10 Blue Jays game and a 3-day General Admission ticket to the Toronto Indy taking place July 11-13. This package is specially priced for a limited time offer; go to all three events for only $69.00 (tax included). TOGETHER FOR TORONTO packages are available by contacting Ticketmaster at 416-870-8000 or online at ticketmaster.ca (service charges may apply). "World Wrestling Entertainment, the Toronto Indy and the Toronto Blue Jays want to give people a chance to experience the best summer events the city has to offer at a fantastic price," stated Carl DeMarco, President, World Wrestling Entertainment Canada, Inc. "Toronto remains a world class city and Toronto’s people deserves this. We are here to support our great city during a challenging time in any way that we can." "The cooperation and teamwork that has gone into preparing ‘TOGETHER FOR TORONTO’ is a reflection of the spirit at work in our community," said Paul V. Godfrey, President & CEO of the Toronto Blue Jays Baseball Club. "The citizens of this great city are working together to show that Toronto remains one of the top tourist destinations in the world and the Blue Jays are proud to be a part of that effort." "The Toronto Indy is committed to showing the international community that this city is alive, well and open for business," stated Bob Singleton, Vice-President, Molson Sports & Entertainment Inc. "We are pleased to partner with world-class organizations like WWE and Toronto Blue Jays to bring the 'Together for Toronto' package to the fans." Together for Toronto package, on sale now: July 8 -- WWE SmackDown! (Broadcast to millions internationally from Toronto’s Air Canada Centre) July 9 or 10 -- Toronto Blue Jays Vs. Boston Red Sox July 11-13 -- Toronto Indy Steal a Base, See a Race, and Experience WWE™ SmackDown!™ In your Face! FOR TICKETS CONTACT TICKETMASTER AT 416.870.8000 OR ONLINE at ticketmaster.ca