“We are delighted to award a franchise to Roger Greenberg, Jeff Hunt, John Ruddy and William Shenkman, on the condition they can secure an agreement with the city of Ottawa that will provide the team with access to a suitable stadium,” Cohon said today.

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The partners are:

• Roger Greenberg is Chairman and CEO of The Minto Group, a leading builder, developer and manager of real estate, and an early backer of the Ottawa Senators’ bid to join the National Hockey League.

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• William Shenkman, Chairman adipex p phentermine vs adipex p phentermine vs Shenkman Group of Companies, with a long history of philanthropy in the community.

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“This is adipex p phentermine vs right team with the right plan. What we need now is the right facility. We realize that’s a major piece of the puzzle, and there will not be a team here until it’s in place. But we did want our fans here and across the country to know that the most important component of all – strong, committed and in this case, local, ownership – is in place.”

Canada’s fourth largest adipex p phentermine vs area, the National Capital Region is an ideal market for the CFL. More than 1.25 million people live in the greater municipalities of Ottawa and Gatineau; many more live within an hour’s drive of Frank Clair Stadium.

With the ownership group’s requirement to secure a stadium agreement with the city of Ottawa and the extensive renovations that would Adipex p phentermine vs - be necessary, it is believed that the earliest the team could take to the field would be no sooner than the 2010 season.

“We want to thank the CFL Board of Governors for taking this step towards welcoming us into the CFL family. Now we can commence Adipex p phentermine vs - discussions with the city of Ottawa on the development of a business model for the revitalization of Frank Clair Stadium,” said Shenkman, who attended Rough Rider games with his godfather, legendary CFL owner Sam Berger.

“Our goal is to create a fun family experience in a world class facility, featuring a football team that’s competitive on the field and high profile in the community.”

Ruddy used to talk football with the guy down the street, who just happened to be legendary Rough Rider coach Frank Clair.

“We’re proud Canadians, and this is our league, part Adipex p phentermine vs, of the fabric of our country,” he said.

“We’ve always felt adipex p phentermine vs without Ottawa in the CFL, there was a tear in the fabric, and we intend to not only repair adipex p phentermine vs but make it stronger than ever.”

Greenberg stressed Adipex buy phone, the group’s deep Ottawa roots, strong business acumen, experience in sports marketing and operations, and lifelong passion for the game of Canadian football.

“The CFL is growing stronger, with attendance on the rise, a lucrative television contract about to kick in, and an effective salary management system in place. And this group and this region wants to be part of its bright future,” Greenberg said.

“As successful entrepreneurs deeply rooted in this community, we have carefully analyzed the past struggles in this market, and we’re confident we can learn from others’ mistakes and succeed,” said Jeff Hunt, a former Rough Rider season ticket holder who has attended eight Grey Cups.

“Ottawa has Adipex buy phone, always had faithful and dedicated football fans. We plan to provide them with a positive, entertaining experience, delivered in a modern and Adipex buy phone, comfortable environment and in both official languages, while establishing a strong presence in Adipex p phentermine vs, the community.”