Gananoque, ON, June 26, 2008 – Residents of Gananoque are invited to experience the freshest A&P store on 333 King Street East in Gananoque on Friday, June 27, which sports the latest A&P fresh colours and décor.

“I want to welcome customers to our newly renovated store and also thank them for their patience,” said Gale Plumley, store manager. “Gananoque is a fantastic community to live in and your A&P will exceed your expectations.”

To celebrate this fresh reopening, the first 500 customers will receive one of A&P’s signature reusable shopping bags. Gale and his staff are proud to show off their remodeled store with the newest A&P décor and departments which includes an expanded deli department.

Other in-store activities taking place on June 27 include musical entertainment from the Hillbilly Trio Band from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., and in-store demonstrations. Customers also have a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree when they use their AIR MILES collector card.

About Expanded Deli Department
Treat the cheese lovers in your life by offering them delicious cheese from around the world. Unique artisan cheese hand crafted with care, available in a variety of delicious flavours.

About Floral Department
Now available at A&P are the Certified Fair Trade Roses, 15 stems in each bouquet. Enjoy our long lasting roses from Kenya. Fair trade helps improve conditions for producers and workers in developing countries by providing tangible benefits to small-scale farmers and workers, consumers and the environment.


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About A&P Canada Inc.
Serving Canadians since 1927, A&P Canada Inc., a subsidiary of METRO INC., operates over 275 grocery stores under the A&P, Dominion, Ultra Food & Drug, The Barn, Loeb and Food Basics banners throughout Ontario.

For more information, contact:

Selena Fiacco
Director, Communications
A&P Canada Inc.
416.234.6081
selena.fiacco@metro.ca

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