It looks like Canada is finally getting the Zune. Zune Canada has announced the official release date for the Zune in Canada as 13 June, 2008.
Zune Pricing
Zune 4GB - $139.99
Zune 8GB - $189.99
Zune 80GB - $249.99
If you live in Canada you can follow Zune details and get the Zune Software on the official Zune Canada page. Microsoft will be having tons of Zune Launch parties in 6 major cities in Canada.
Zune Pre-Release Parties
Vancouver (9 May, 2008)
At the Sweatshop 1945 East
Doors open at 9 PM
19 years and older
Performance by The Tranzmitors
Calgary (15 May)
At the Ideal Art Space 202-17 Ave
Doors open at 9 PM
19 years and older
Performance by The Ostrich
Edmonton (16 May)
At the Artery 9535 Jasper Ave
Doors open at 9 PM
19 years and older
Performance by The Wicked Awesomes
Winnipeg (23 May)
At the Graffiti Gallery 109 Higgins Ave
Doors open at 9 PM
19 years and older
Performance by Novillero
Toronto (30 May)
At the Deleon White Gallery 1139 College Street
Doors open at 9 PM
19 years and older
Performance by Quest for Fire
Montreal
Details here.
Halifax (6 June)
At the Bus Stop Theater 2203 Gottingen Street
Doors open at 9 PM
19 years and older
Performance by Dog Day
It appears the wheels are turning to get the Microsoft Zune into Canada. A marketing firm called CIM (Consumer Impact Marketing) has let the cat out of the bag by placing a help wanted ad on Craig’s List in Vancouver:
Reply to: loana.morgan@cimweb.com
Date: 2008-04-28, 10:15AM PDT
CIM (Consumer Impact Marketing) is Canada’s leading 3rd Party Marketing company and one of “Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companiesâ€. We are excited to announce that once again we have an awesome employment opportunity for early summer 2008!
We are currently seeking a Full-time Coordinator to represent our client Microsoft on their launch of ZUNE in the Canadian marketplace.
Requirements:
* Strong communication, organizational and computer skills
* Experience in merchandising and administation
* Must have a positive attitude, team oriented and have strong leadership skills.
* Must be willing to work 40 hours per week from May 12th-June 20th
Location:
Vancouver
If you think you can work hard, play hard, and have fun at both, APPLY NOW!
Only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted, and we thank you for your submission in advance.
CIM…a FUN place to work!
Location: Vancouver
Compensation: To be negotiated
Principals only. Recruiters, please don’t contact this job poster.
Please, no phone calls about this job!
Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.
Looks like good news for Canadians!
Microsoft has announced the Zune will be available in Canada this spring. Canada can expect to see the Zune 4,8, and 80, the Zune software and marketplace and the Zune social available within months.
“We are excited to offer Canadians an alternative music experience with Zune,†said Zune Canada group manager Craig Tullett. “With wireless capabilities and a unique social experience, Canadians can continue to discover and share music in new ways.â€
