The partnership between TELUS and the Montréal Science Centre and the Old Port of Montréal is comprised of 4 major aspects:
· TELUS will become presenting sponsor of the Montréal Science Centre.
· TELUS will become a principal sponsor of the Old Port of Montréal, one of the most popular recreo-touristic destinations in Québec with over 6 million visitors per year.
· TELUS will give its name to the IMAX® technologies theatre, now called IMAX®.
· TELUS will be the title sponsor of “Fire on ice”, a new winter event destined for young and old to take place in the Old Port of Montréal.

Hugues St-Pierre, president and CEO of TELUS Québec, says this is an investment in our children’s future and the Montréal community.

“The investment we are announcing today supports the curiosity of the leaders of tomorrow, the youth who will become engineers, artists or entrepreneurs”, St-Pierre says. “The mission of the Montréal Science Centre is to help visitors of all ages learn about science and technology. This is a perfect example of our commitment to make the future friendly for children and we’re very excited that this partnership can help us deliver on that promise. As well, TELUS is proud to be part of some Old Port of Montréal activities to the benefit of the community.”

Mayor of Montréal, Gérald Tremblay, attended the event and noted the TELUS commitment to the Montréal community and its youth: “The involvement of TELUS within our community is well established, and includes sponsorship of the Montréal Alouettes, the Formula One Grand Prix, and strong support for charitable organizations. Today TELUS is furthering its commitment to Montréal with this investment in the Montréal Science Centre and the Old Port of Montréal. The partnership will benefit all Montréalers, especially our future leaders. The Old Port and the Montréal Science Centre are bound to the development of the downtown core and this 10-year agreement will benefit the whole area, be it tourism or recreational, as well as the museum and cultural sectors.”

The Chairman of the Board of the Old Port of Montréal Corporation, Mr. Bernard Lamarre, embraced the partnership: “Old Port of Montréal is happy to have TELUS join the ranks of those who believe that one of the keys to the successful development of our youth is exposure to science and technology. Partnerships such as this will form the cornerstone of future developments that we will be contemplating over the next few years for both the Old Port and the Montréal Science Centre, which will be revamping its schedule by 2007. It is also very good news as we are on the cusp of the 25th anniversary of the Old Port of Montréal and the fifth anniversary of the Montréal Science Centre.”

May 1: Free admission day at the Science Centre
To celebrate its sponsorship and commemorate the fifth anniversary of the Centre, TELUS is funding a free admission day at the Montréal Science Centre on Sunday, May 1. On this very special day, young people and families will get to see the IMAX® film Mystery of the Nile for free, participate in the numerous interactive activities of the three permanent exhibitions and the brand new X-treme Rotation exhibition.

“Bring the kids out and help us celebrate this exciting partnership!”, St-Pierre says.

TELUS is a proud supporter of our communities
TELUS is committed to the vision of becoming Canada’s premier corporate citizen. In 2004, TELUS contributed $10 million of financial and in-kind assistance to educational, health, arts and
charitable organizations across Canada. In addition, TELUS and our team members have contributed more than $54 million over the last five years to a wide range of charitable organizations across Canada. To find out how TELUS is helping to create a friendlier future in your community, visit us online at www.telus.com/community.

About TELUS
TELUS (TSX: T, T.NV; NYSE: TU) is the largest telecommunications company in Western Canada and the second largest in the country, with $7.6 billion of annual revenue, 4.8 million network access lines and 3.9 million wireless customers. The company provides customers with a full range of telecommunications products and services including data, voice and wireless services across Canada, utilizing next generation Internet-based technologies. For more information about TELUS, please visit www.telus.com.

The Old Port of Montréal Corporation
The Old Port of Montréal, which is visited by an average of 6 million people every year, is among the largest redeveloped old harbours in the world. On a waterfront of 2.5 km, its 54 hectares offer a breathtaking view on the river and a fresh look on the city. The Old Port of Montréal was created in 1981 to manage, develop and promote a recreational and tourist site which offers a world of discoveries through leisure and cultural activities.

About the Montréal Science Centre
The Montréal Science Centre opened on May 1, 2000 and is today considered one of Canada’s finest cultural institutions. It has already won the Prix Attraction touristique for Québec, part of the Grands Prix du tourisme québécois. Since its opening, over 2 million visitors have taken part in the Centre’s activities and high-quality education programs, contributing to heightened interest among young people in science and technology careers.

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Information:

Sylvie Tessier / Laurie Brochu Catherine Giroux
Cohn & Wolfe | Montréal Press relations coordinator
(514) 845-2257 The Old Port of Montréal Corporation
stessier@mtl.cohnwolfe.com (514) 283-8085
lbrochu@mtl.cohnwolfe.com cgiroux@vieuxportdemontreal.com