Staples Canada has become The Working and Learning Company and as part of the transformation, a new concept store is ready to be unveiled in Toronto. Local media and the community are invited to take part in a grand opening celebration on Thursday, January 10 which will begin with a ribbon cutting at 8:30 a.m., and conclude at 5:30pm with a discussion with Joe Mimran.

Staples CEO David Boone and local dignitaries will be on hand to celebrate the official opening of this new store concept featuring an enhanced design focus, coworking, expanded services and much more. The first 100 guests in attendance will receive Staples Canada gift cards valued at up to $100 and all guests will benefit from a 10% discount on everything in the store and FREE coffee.

Mos Mos Café will be treating attendees to FREE coffee from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., while leading influencers will provide deeper insights into the store’s new zones and how they can help consumers and entrepreneurs.

The day will conclude with the Toronto launch of Staples Canada’s Spotlight Speaker Series, featuring a discussion with renowned designer, Joe Mimran at 5:30pm which is free and open to the public on a first come, first seated basis.

REMINDER

When: Thursday, January 10

What: Grand Opening of the new Staples store experience, the first in Canada

Who:

• David Boone, President and CEO, Staples Canada

• Joe Mimran, Canadian fashion designer and entrepreneur

• Local dignitaries

• Leading influencers to discuss the new Staples Canada

Where:

375 University Avenue, Toronto

Schedule of events:

8:00 a.m.: Doors open and Mos Mos café to serve free coffee to the public

8:00 a.m.: The first 100 guests to received Staples Canada gift cards with deals throught the store

8:30 a.m.: Opening ceremony of the new Staples Canada concept store

9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. .: Store tours and interview opportunities

11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.: Top Canadian influencers, Brigitte Truong, Karl Conrad & Amber McArthur to introduce you to the new Staples Canada

5:00 p.m.: Public registration opens for Joe Mimran’s speaking engagement

5:30 p.m.: Spotlight Speaker Series: An Evening with Joe Mimran

More: www.staples.ca/spotlight