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Congratulations Alf!!

Monday, June 8th, 2009

Alf Haley, Blenz Coffee ~ Horseshoe Bay
Nominated as Business Person of the Year
- West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce Awards of Excellence -

Blenz Coffee’s Store Support Centre proudly congratulates Alf Haley, our Franchised Partner of the Year at the Blenz, Horseshoe Bay Store, on his nomination by the West Vancouver Chamber as Business Person of the Year.

“ Alf, your excellent management of Blenz, Horseshoe Bay contributes to the strength of our brand and we’re very grateful. We’ve known for years that you’re terrific; we’re pleased that the North Shore Outlook readers know it too! Folks, drop in and visit Alf and his staff the next time you’re in Horseshoe Bay.”

Alf Haley, Blenz Coffee ~ Horseshoe Bay
Nominated as Business Person of the Year
- West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce Awards of Excellence -

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Blenz Tweets to Success on Twitter

Saturday, June 6th, 2009

Blenz has unashamedly embraced the Twitter phenomenon and is Tweeting to success.

June 5, 2009 – Vancouver BC

Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd has tweaked its online marketing strategy yet again. In addition to the recently launched www.blenzstore.com which provides products to Blenz coffee, tea and chocolate fans worldwide, and blenzcares.com which supports charity and fundraising drives with a turnkey coffee distribution program, Blenz has now taken a turn onto the new and rapidly growing branch called Twitter.

Blenz uses Twitter to announce special events, store openings, and promotions.

Blenz Daily Twitter Sweepstakes launched on www.Twitter.com on Monday, sparking an immediate flurry of “tweets” among the social media mavens and fans, and Blenz followers grew from 0 to over 300 in just a matter of hours. On Monday morning, BlenzCoffee (@blenzcoffee) tweeted that George Moen, president of Blenz, wants to buy you a coffee – mention Blenz in your tweet, and your tweet may be chosen as the Tweet of the Day.

The first Blenz Daily Twitter Sweepstakes winner, Shane Gibson (@shanegibson), was impressed when his $5.00 gift card was hand-delivered by George himself, who happened to be in the neighbourhood that afternoon. Shane was so excited by the transaction that within minutes he had posted a picture recording the event, and his post was re-tweeted by one of his followers, and so on, and so on…

Blenz activity in Twitterworld has resulted in a myriad of benefits, including more personalized relationships with Blenz customers, attracting new customers to Blenz stores, and reinforcing the Blenz brand in the local market.

Blenz online marketing philosophy is well communicated in this quote, from the site where Sweepstakes Winners are sent to claim their prizes, “We use this format to connect with our existing and future customers in a respectful manner because we believe that companies of any size can have a direct relationship with their customers.”

About Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd™
Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd is a premium retailer of handcrafted coffee, tea and other innovative and delicious specialty beverages. All of Blenz’ beverages are made in-store from only the highest quality ingredients available. Blenz’ commitment to serving a great cup of coffee, providing an excellent customer experience, and providing world-class staff training, has fueled Blenz’ growth from its inception. Blenz operates a network of over 85 franchise locations in British Columbia, Japan, China, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and the Philippines.

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For information about Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd., contact:

Linda Olsen, Communications Manager
Blenz Coffee The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd.
Telephone: (604) 682-2995
press@blenz.com
Find Blenz on Twitter at www.twitter.com/BlenzCoffee

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What Does Canada Mean to You?

Thursday, June 4th, 2009

Blenz needs your help to celebrate Canada’s Birthday by telling what “Canada means to you”. Share your thoughts and you could win Free coffee for 142 days.

BLENZ COFFEE’S

“What Does Canada Mean To You Promotion”
Win $500 worth of Drinks @ Blenz
Daily Prizes

For more information on Blenz Coffee visit www.blenz.com

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Richmond Blenz Opens

Tuesday, June 2nd, 2009
Busy Day Store Front Blenz Richmond

Blenz is pleased to announce that its’ new location in Richmond Centre Mall opened today. Blenz head office staff were on hand to assist Emilie Huang, Franchised Partner, in serving the eager new clients. For more photos visit Blenz Flickr.

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Press Release

Monday, June 1st, 2009

Blenz Coffee introduces its forth Richmond location at Richmond Centre

Richmond, BC – June 2, 2009 Blenz Coffee opens their newest location in highly sought after Richmond Centre, marking their fourth location in Richmond. This is also the fourth time Blenz Coffee has partnered with Canada’s largest Landlord, Ivanhoe Cambridge. Blenz successfully operates in Metropolis, Oakridge Centre and Woodgrove Centre and are equally excited to bring the Blenz brand to Richmond Centre.

The candidate chosen to operate at Richmond Centre is a Richmond local, Emilie Huang, who is embarking on the excitement of becoming a business owner and a franchised partner of Blenz Coffee.

Ms. Huang has successfully completed Blenz Coffee’s extensive six week franchisee training program and demonstrates excellence that will ensure her customers enjoy only the best. She looks forward to meeting lots of new people and making lots of new friends during her ownership and operation at the new coffee shop.

“Emilie will do a great job at Richmond Centre,” remarked Layla Osberg, director of training at Blenz Coffee. “She’s great with people, is dedicated to making superior drinks, and is always smiling which is important when working in a coffee shop.”

With the incorporation of the new brand vision and similar to their recently opened stores, the store design feels modern, relaxing, and elegant. Like almost all Blenz locations, Richmond Centre will have free wireless for customers.

About Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd™
Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd is a premium retailer of handcrafted coffee, tea and other innovative and delicious specialty beverages. All of Blenz’ beverages are made in-store from only the highest quality ingredients available. Blenz’ commitment to serving a great cup of coffee, providing an excellent customer experience, and providing world-class staff training, has fuelled Blenz’ growth from its inception. Blenz operates a network of over 100 franchise locations in British Columbia, Japan, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and the Philippines.

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For more information about Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd., please contact:
Nanako Aramaki
Manager of Media Relations
Blenz The Canadian Coffee Company Ltd.
Suite 300 – 535 Thurlow Street
Vancouver, BC V6E 3L2
Telephone: (604) 682-2995
Email: press@blenz.com
Website: www.blenz.com
Follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/blenzcoffee

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