TORONTO, June 22 /CNW/ - In celebration of Canada's 142nd birthday,
Scotiabank is inviting customers and members of the community to visit any
Scotiabank branch in the country on Friday, June 26, 2009 to help kick-off
Canada Day celebrations.
    "Scotiabank has proudly served Canadians for more than 175 years. On June
26th, we invite Canadians 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 celebration is
our way of commemorating Canada and thanking communities for their
contribution to Scotiabank's success."
    On Friday June 26th, Scotiabank Branches across the country will be
celebrating Canada Day. This is an excellent opportunity to show our national
pride, spirit, and commitment to the communities we serve, and to thank our
customers for making Scotiabank a 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 2008 the Bank provided about $43 million in sponsorships and
donations to a variety of projects and initiatives, primarily in the areas of
healthcare, education, social services and arts and culture. Visit the website
at www.scotiabank.com.