-  The latest in a growing 1,100+ network of TD Canada Trust branches
       nationwide, the first branch in Fort Saskatchewan will make banking
       even more convenient for residents.
    -  Grand opening festivities include a $5,000 donation from TD Friends of
       the Environment Foundation to the City of Fort Saskatchewan, the kick
       off for a draw for two bicycles, children's activities, and
       refreshments.
    -  This is the sixth new branch that TD Canada Trust has opened in
       Alberta in the last two weeks.

    FORT SASKATCHEWAN, AB, Dec. 12 /CNW/ - TD Canada Trust today announced
the grand opening of its first location in Fort Saskatchewan as part of its
1,100+ branch network in diverse communities across Canada. Located at 10006-
99th Avenue, the grand opening festivities included a $5,000 donation from TD
Friends of the Environment Foundation to the City of Fort Saskatchewan, the
kick off for a draw for two bicycles, children's activities and refreshments.
    "Our rich heritage and beautiful river valley make Fort Saskatchewan such
a unique place. It's great that we've managed to keep our strong sense of
community with all of the growth we've experienced in the last few years,"
said Jennifer Miller, Branch Manager. "The fact that TD is opening its first
branch here shows what a strong local economy we have and that we're
continuing to prosper. This new location on 99th Avenue will offer our
award-winning customer service to residents at a time and place that is
convenient for them furthering our commitment to making banking a comfortable
experience."
    "We're thrilled to welcome TD Canada Trust to our community. Adding
business partners of their caliber will help Fort Saskatchewan continue to be
the great city that we know and love," said Mayor Jim Sheasgreen.
    Situated in downtown Fort Saskatchewan, the new location offers a full
array of personal and small business products and services as well as two
Financial Advisors and two Financial Services Representatives. This new branch
is dedicated to helping customers reach their financial goals while providing
a comfortable experience.
    Today at 11:00 a.m., Ron McInnis, Senior Vice President, Prairie Region,
TD Canada Trust, Jim Riddell, District Vice President, Edmonton North, TD
Canada Trust and Jennifer Miller, Branch Manager were joined by Mayor Jim
Sheasgreen to celebrate the grand opening with an official ribbon cutting and
cheque presentation. Guests also enjoyed refreshments, children's activities
and they even had a chance to get their picture taken in the iconic TD Canada
Trust Green Chair.
    As part of TD Canada Trust's extended hours, branch hours are 8:00 am to
6:00 pm, Monday through Wednesday; 8:00 am to 8:00 pm, Thursday and Friday and
8:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday. The new 4700 square foot branch is wheelchair
accessible and features one full-service Green Machine ABM and one Drive-Thru
Green Machine ABM which are available 24 hours per day.

For further information: Jennifer Miller, Branch Manager, TD Canada
Trust, (780) 997-4420 ext 250