OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwire) -- 12/29/12 -- The Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence, will make an announcement to improve the quality of life of serving personnel at Canadian Forces Base Halifax.

Media are reminded that photo identification will be required at the gate.

When:   Sunday, December 30, 2012.                                          
                                                                            
Time:   1:00 p.m.                                                           
                                                                            
Where:  The Bridge, Juno Tower (enter through the main gate off Gottingen   
        Street at Stadacona) Canadian Forces Base Halifax, N.S.             

Contact information: Journalists wishing to cover the event are required to register with Maritime Forces Atlantic Public Affairs Office at 902-452-5280.