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The 411 on Canada’s Most Visited Attractions

Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010

With Vancouver hosting the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, the world’s attention is focused on Vancouver. But Canada has a lot more to offer, so we have a created a 411 Canada guide to the most visited attractions. Go Canada Go!”

411.ca & YPG Announcement Coverage

Monday, February 22nd, 2010

411.ca is now a part of the YPG family! We will continue to update this blog posting with the latest media coverage on this announcement!

Yellow Pages Group Purchases 411.ca Brand and Acquires Equity Interest in 411 Local Search Corp

Monday, February 22nd, 2010

Yellow Pages Group (YPG) and 411 Local Search Corp., operator of 411.ca(TM), announced today that they have signed an agreement under which terms YPG will purchase the 411.ca brand and domain names and acquire an ownership interest in 411 Local Search Corp. The agreement will further enable both companies to leverage the online traffic between YPG’s leading Canada411.ca(TM) and YellowPages.ca(TM) properties, and 411.ca, a fast-growing online directory. This agreement that unites two of Canada’s largest local search engines will provide enhanced online reach for advertisers and a greater experience for users.

“We are continuing to expand our reach, making it simple and easy for businesses to attract customers locally through our continually growing network of properties,” said Stephane Marceau, Chief Marketing Officer at Yellow Pages Group. “With the acquisition of the 411.ca trademark, we gain a top-of-mind brand, reinforcing our leadership position as the destinations where people go to find the businesses, products, people and places that they are looking for.”

411.ca has grown to attract close to 10% of online users, generating 13 million queries for local Canadian businesses each month. The addition of the 411.ca site will add approximately one million unduplicated unique visitors to YPG’s network reach.

“We are very excited to establish this relationship with Yellow Pages Group,” said Stephen K. Curry, President and Chief Executive Officer at 411 Local Search Corp. “Canadian businesses want results from their advertising programs that have a measurable impact on their bottom line. This deal will allow us to develop new programs and tools that will help 411.ca advertisers attract even more clientele.”

Under the agreement, 411 Local Search Corp. will have an exclusive license to use the 411.ca trademark until YPG purchases the balance of outstanding shares in the company within approximately three to five years. YPG intends to close this transaction in early March 2010, subject to certain conditions, including the approval by 411 Local Search Corp. shareholders. Alexander Capital Group acted as exclusive financial advisor to YPG on this transaction.

About Yellow Pages Group

Yellow Pages Group (YPG) is Canada’s leading performance media and marketing solutions company. The Company brings consumers and businesses together locally through its network of print, digital and mobile properties. YPG enables consumers to make smarter decisions, helping people find what they need wherever and whenever. The Company partners with businesses to build successful marketing and lead generation programs, helping them grow their business. YPG owns and operates some of Canada’s leading properties and publications including Yellow PagesTM directories, YellowPages.caTM, and Canada411.caTM. YPG is indirectly held by Yellow Media Inc. (TSX:YLO.UN). For more information, www.ypg.com.

About 411.ca

411.ca Canada’s Local Search Engine(TM), is the most visited pure online local search engine in Canada. Each month over 2 million Canadians use 411.ca to connect with businesses and individuals in their community. Through cost-effective advertising programs that drive sales and maximize brand exposure, 411.ca helps businesses of all sizes to grow and prosper. Currently the site features over 1.5 million basic, Owner Verified(TM) and premium local business listings. 411.ca is owned and operated by 411 Local Search Corp., a privately-held Canadian company with offices in Toronto and Montreal. For more information and other facts visit www.411.ca.

For more information, please contact
Media
411.ca
Harry Battu
1-866-411-4411 ext.920
hbattu@411.ca

Yellow Pages Group
Media
Annie Marsolais
514-934-4016

Yellow Pages Group
Investor Relations
Anne-Sophie Roy
514-934-2828

The 411 on Canadian Oil

Monday, February 1st, 2010

People often overlook Canada as a large oil exporter. Many people do not realize, Canada is the largest exporter of oil to the United States. To get an idea of the vast amounts of oil in Canada, 411.ca invites you take a look at all of the black gold buried around the country.