On behalf of The Big Wild Challenge, you are cordially invited to enjoy pre-dinner drinks with a northern feel on Monday, October 27th at 5:30 p.m., at Buvette chez Simone (4869 Parc Ave., Montreal). A multimedia presentation will transport you to the majestic Des Pas and George Rivers, where an expedition was held from July 29th to August 26th of this year under the banner of The Big Wild Challenge.

Nicolas Mainville, Director of Conservation at the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society, Québec Chapter (CPAWS-Québec) will be on hand to present the case for conserving the George River watershed, nearly one quarter of which was recently protected by the Québec government. Come celebrate this jewel of Northern Québec, host of one of the largest caribou herds in the world!

Presentations begin at 5:30 p.m., tapas and drinks to follow.

What: The Big Wild pre-dinner drinks: conserving the George River
Date: Monday October 27th
Time: As of 5:30 p.m., presentation by Nicolas Mainville.
Location: Buvette chez Simone, 4869 Parc Ave., Montreal

Please confirm your presence with Sophie Paradis, communications coordinator, CPAWS Québec. 514 278-7627, ext. 221.

The Big Wild is a social movement jointly launched by CPAWS and Mountain Equipment Co-op. More than 12 000 people have signed our declaration calling for the protection of at least 50% of Canada’s wild places. Add your voice today by visiting www.thebigwild.org.