Trial Dates Agreed to in von Anhalt Prosecution

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February 7, 2006


Trial Dates Agreed to in von Anhalt Prosecution

TORONTO – At an appearance at Old City Hall on Friday, February 3, 2006, the charges against the von Anhalts were adjourned to March 10, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. in Court Room 111 for an appearance by the defendants. A trial date of November 6, 2006 to November 20, 2006 was reserved and is to be confirmed on March 10, 2006.

On May 5, 2005, the OSC charged Emilia von Anhalt and Jurgen von Anhalt with violating the Ontario Securities Act. Information concerning the charges is summarized in an OSC media release dated May 10, 2005.

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