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CALGARY, Sept. 14, 2015 /CNW/ - WestJet invites members of the media to high tea on Tuesday, September 15, 2015, to announce an exciting new non-stop route from St. John's beginning May 2016. A WestJet executive will be available for interviews following the announcement.

WHAT: WestJet to host "teal tea" as part of major new route announcement

WHEN: Tuesday, September 15, 2015, at 12 noon ADT (formal program begins 12:30 p.m.)

WHERE: Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland, 115 Cavendish Square, St. John's, NL

NOTE: Media are requested to RSVP for catering purposes no later than noon MDT Monday, September 14, 2015. Please confirm the number of attendees to media@westjet.com

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