March 20, 2010. NASCAR Canadian Tire Series Driver Pierre Bourque has traveled to many parts of the world, however his trip departing on March 21st is one he is “incredibly excited” about. Bourque will be part of a contingent that is traveling to the Canadian Forces Base in Kandahar, Afghanistan on a goodwill tour to see first hand the work that is being done by the brave men and women of the Canadian Forces.
Pierre Bourque was invited by General Walter Natynczyk, Chief of Defence Staff of the Canadian Forces and feels incredibly privileged to be making this journey of a lifetime. “I am extremely grateful for this opportunity presented to me by General Natynczyk and the Canadian Forces. It will be a great honour to travel overseas and be part of this group that is traveling to Kandahar and see how hard our brave men and women are working to make a difference in the lives of those in Afghanistan”.
The group will leave on Sunday March 21st and spend approximately a week at Kandahar Airfield in Afghanistan. During their visit they will have the opportunity to see how this enormous military operation involving a number of countries operates. “The chance to go on this tour is something only a select few people are able to take advantage of” said Bourque. “We all read the stories about the work our troops are doing over there, and the progress they are making. We’ve seen video clips of what’s happening but to have this kind of experience will be quite humbling I’m sure” he added.
Pierre Bourque is also bringing a bit of NASCAR with him to Kandahar. “I’ve packed the complete DVD collection of the 2009 NASCAR Canadian Tire Series races and will be leaving them for the troops. As they rotate through their tours of duty I hope they can enjoy the racing and a little taste of home” said the series driver.
During this tour Bourque would also like to encourage all NCATS race fans, team members and officials who wish to personally express appreciation and thanks to those serving in Afghanistan to contact him directly while he is there. You can email him at Pierre@bourque.com and he will be pleased to pass along your well wishes. Pierre will also provide updates of his trip where possible on the website http://www.bourque.com/.
Attached Photo: Pierre Bourque, driver of the #00 NASCAR Canadian Tire Series Entry
About Pierre Bourque: Once again this year Pierre Bourque will participate in select events of the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series. New for 2010 Bourque will pilot the #00 Dodge prepared by DJK racing. Pierre will be supported this year by Aaron’s, Mahindra Tractors, Telus Mobility and Mohawk Internet Technology. For more information you should go to http://www.pierrebourque.net/
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