TORONTO, June 25 /CNW/ - In celebration of Canada's 141st birthday,
Scotiabank is inviting customers and members of the community to visit any
Scotiabank branch in the country on Friday, June 27, 2008 to help kick-off
Canada Day celebrations.
    "As one of Canada's oldest banks, Scotiabank has proudly served Canadians
since 1832. On June 27th, we invite everyone across the country to visit our
branches and join us in celebrating our great nation," said Wendy Hannam,
Executive Vice-President, Domestic Personal Banking and Distribution,
Scotiabank. "This initiative is our way of reaching out to the community to
thank them for their contribution in making Scotiabank a Canadian and
international success."

    Scotiabank is committed to supporting the communities in which we live
and work, both in Canada and abroad. Recognized as a leader internationally
and among Canadian corporations for its charitable donations and philanthropic
activities, in 2007 the Bank provided more than $43 million in sponsorships
and donations to a variety of projects and initiatives, primarily in the areas
of healthcare, education and social services and arts and culture. Please
visit us at www.scotiabank.com.