Public Voting is Now Underway in the 6th Annual Contest

Mississauga, ON – Each year, Cintas recognizes businesses that understand that there is a direct correlation between how a public restroom is cleaned, maintained and well-stocked and the impact this has on customer service and repeat business. “We received a wide variety of nominations this year, making our decision difficult.” said Leslie Molin, Cintas Canada’s Senior Marketing Manager. “It is exciting to see more and more businesses getting behind the message we strive to convey.” The Cintas survey editors have reviewed the nominations, and narrowed it down to the Final Five. Now it’s time for the public to decide which will be crowned “Canada’s Best Restroom.”

The finalists are determined based on five criteria, including cleanliness, visual appeal, innovation, functionality and unique design elements. The winner of the Cintas Canada’s Best Restroom Contest will be revealed during a nationally publicized media event this fall, where the winner will be awarded $2,500 in Cintas facility services.

Voting for this year’s contest begins today! The public is invited to cast an online ballot for their favourite washroom at www.bestrestroom.com/ca through October 9th as the five finalists compete to secure the most votes and take the throne.

2015 Finalists for Cintas Canada’s Best Restroom Contest:

BNA Brewing Company & Eatery Kelowna, British Columbia

The washroom at this brewery and restaurant transports visitors back in time. Located inside a historic building that was once home to The British North American Tobacco Company, the washroom maintains its heritage but has a modern, classy, and unforgettable look. The washroom was the vision of the restaurant owner herself, with no detail overlooked. As you enter the women’s washroom, you feel like you’ve stepped backstage at the theater, with bulb lights around the mirrors and beautiful exposed brick. One of the standout features includes faucets that come directly out of the mirrors. The upstairs unisex washroom maintains the same retro feel but builds off the playful atmosphere of the pub. Features include entrances on both sides and a three-faucet trough-style sink.

Renaissance Hotel Edmonton, Alberta

Conveniently located in the Edmonton International Airport, this polished hotel washroom is a luxurious oasis for weary travelers. Black tiled walls, marble sinks and full-length mirrors are “sealed with a kiss” as Ruby Red lips are the statement throughout the washroom from wall art, to a full-size couch. Plush red stools, and red countertops provide a private space for visitors to freshen up with personal vanity mirrors. This one-of-a-kind washroom has the in-style traveler in mind, and will leave you feeling refreshed and pampered.

Tommyfield Gastro Pub Calgary, Alberta

This UK-inspired pub is located in the heart of South Calgary’s new urban district, and a trip to the loo takes visitors “across the pond” in seconds. Each private stall is contained in one of the iconic red telephone booths, with photos of old England lining the walls. Whether it be enjoying a fulfilling dinner downstairs or catching the game upstairs, a trip to the washrooms truly tops off this double-decker experience.

Bank and Baron Pub Calgary, Alberta

Built in 1931, this reclaimed Bank of Nova Scotia is more than a pub; it is an important piece of Alberta’s history. Featuring original details such as the ceiling, mouldings and many of the light fixtures complemented by modern touches, the Bank and Baron boasts unique art deco architecture. Guests find a fanciful experience in the washroom, with dazzling gold-trimmed mirrors against shining silver leaf wallpaper. Dark wooded stalls and marbled countertops are the perfect accent to top off this stylish trip to the restroom.

1000 Islands Duty Free Lansdowne, Ontario

Travellers leaving Canada and heading back to the United States often make this washroom their last stop before crossing the border. This Duty Free Shop gives customers a “swell farewell” with their clean and inviting restroom, that’s incredibly well designed. The store boasts great deals on merchandise and a friendly spot for families to freshen up on their way home. It’s even advertised on their website. Last year’s champion was the Shaw Club Hotel and Spa in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. Its elegant style and clear-to-clouded glass door technology raised the bar of what it means to be Canada’s Best Restroom. Past winners are all in the Best Restroom Hall of Fame, which is available for viewing at www.bestrestroom.com/canada. While on the website, visitors can determine their own restroom style by taking a short personality quiz at www.bestrestroom.com/canada/quiz.

About Cintas Canada Ltd:

Cintas Canada Ltd, with headquarters in Mississauga, Ontario is a subsidiary of Cintas Corporation. Cintas Canada designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs and provides entrance mats, restroom cleaning and supplies, and tile and carpet cleaning services to approximately 55,000 businesses in Canada. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS, and is a component of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index.

Nominations Will Be Accepted Through July 31

Mississauga, ON – May 26, 2015 – Have you ever walked into a public restroom that impressed you so much, you had you to take a photo? One that was so memorable you walked out and immediately told a friend “You will NOT believe what that washroom looks like!”

Sound familiar? Cintas Canada is on the hunt to find these washrooms. They may be themed, have a unique architectural design, new technological advancements, or even one-of-a-kind decor. If it stands out to you, then we want to know about it.

Submit your nomination today at www.bestrestroom.com/ca. The deadline is July 31, 2015.

“Each year we receive many nominations from across the country, which we sift through to find Canada’s Best. We’ve had finalists in all types of venues from restaurants and hotels, to a car dealership, a gas station, and even a zoo,” said Leslie Molin, Cintas Canada’s Senior Marketing Manager. “The reason we sponsor this contest is to remind businesses that a clean, well-stocked restroom directly impacts their ability to attract and retain customers. That’s why the judging is left up to the general public to vote for the winner.”

Five finalists will be announced in summer 2015, based on cleanliness, visual appeal, innovation, functionality and unique design elements. The winner will receive the royal restroom treatment from Cintas with $2500 in facility services to help maintain their award-winning washroom.

For contest updates, fun facts and bathroom trivia, “like” Canada’s Best Restroom on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/CanadasBestRestroom.

About Cintas Canada Ltd:

Cintas Canada Ltd, with headquarters in Mississauga, Ontario is a subsidiary of Cintas Corporation. Cintas Canada designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs and provides entrance mats, restroom cleaning and supplies, and tile and carpet cleaning services to approximately 55,000 businesses in Canada. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS, and is a component of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index.

Popular Public Garden Captures Victory in Cintas’ 13th Annual Contest

Kennett Square, PA/Cincinnati, OH – November 19, 2014 – America voted and decided that Longwood Gardens has the best public restroom in all the land. After viewing its awe-inspiring “green wall” and eco-friendly design, the online public selected the venue’s restroom over a strong field of finalists in the 13th annual contest.

As the most visited public garden in America, Longwood Gardens is renowned for its grand horticulture displays. Now, the distinctive restrooms have become a national icon too. Along with the “green wall” outside the restrooms, visitors find etched translucent glass inside that provides natural light, reduces electricity and minimizes the need for light fixtures.

As the 2014 winner, Longwood Gardens also receives a $2,500 credit to spend on Cintas services like restroom cleaning and supplies, cleaning chemicals or wet mops for their restroom floors. All three top vote getters win a complimentary Deep Clean of their restroom (valued up to $500).

“We’re excited to announce Longwood Gardens as the 2014 Cintas’ America’s Best Restroom,” said Cintas’ Senior Marketing Manager John Engel. “The team at Longwood has proven it understands the value of a restroom that’s creative and memorable for guests.”

Engel visited Longwood Gardens on Wednesday, November 19 at 10 am ET to present Chief Marketing Officer Marnie Conley with the 2014 award.

In the contest, which attracted thousands of online votes, America chose Bowl Plaza in Lucas, Kansas as the No. 2 place “to go.” The Fabulous Fox Theater in St. Louis, Missouri took 3rd place.

“We are so pleased to receive the America’s Best Restroom award,” said Conley. “Longwood Gardens is about beautiful horticulture, being a good steward to our environment, and providing an extraordinary experience for our more than one million guests each year.”

As for the restroom’s famous green wall? “The wall has become a ‘must-see’ destination for our guests, many of whom may have never seen a green wall before and are curious about how we care for it,” said Conley. “It’s the only restroom with its own docents!”

The 2014 contest attracted nominations from a wide range of businesses, including restaurants, a retail complex, an outdoor restroom along a running trail and a children’s toy store. Cintas selected the ten finalists based on cleanliness, visual appeal, innovation, functionality and unique design elements.

2014 America’s Best Restroom Contest Finalists

American Girl Place – Chicago, IL
Bowl Plaza – Lucas, KS
El Centro – Washington, DC
The Fabulous Fox Theater – St. Louis, MO
The Grove – Los Angeles, CA
Longwood Gardens – Philadelphia, PA
Mai Kai Restaurant – Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Plums Café – Costa Mesa, CA
Tiki Lounge – Pittsburgh, PA
Trail Restroom – Austin, TX
Longwood has now secured its place in the Cintas’ America’s Best Restroom Hall of Fame. To view photos of previous winners, visit the America’s Best Restroom Hall of Fame on the contest website at www.bestrestroom.com.

Cintas launched the America’s Best Restroom Contest in 2002 to honor businesses across the country that consider hygiene and style top priorities.

“This project is a lot of fun and also conveys a critical message that restroom hygiene matters for good health and good business,” said Engel. “We look forward to celebrating our 14th year in 2015 and invite the public to nominate their favorite facility online now.”

To nominate a restroom, go here.

For more information or to set up an interview, please contact Survey Editor Danny Rubin at 757-285-7617.

About Cintas:
Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas Corporation provides highly specialized services to businesses of all types primarily throughout North America. Cintas designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs, and provides entrance mats, restroom supplies, first aid, safety and fire protection products and services. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index.

Mississauga, ON – October 21, 2014 – After compiling votes all summer, the winner of the 2014 Cintas Canada’s Best Contest is the Shaw Club Hotel & Spa in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. With its chic design and clear-to-clouded glass door technology, this ladies’ loo is more than just a clean washroom.

“Each year we look for establishments who understand the importance of first impressions and the impact a clean and well stocked restroom has on their business, and this year’s winner clearly demonstrates this critical message,” says Cintas’ Senior Marketing Manager, Leslie Molin.

From the advanced technology, to the glass infinity sink and feminine décor, the Shaw Club Hotel & Spa goes above and beyond to provide their customers with a one-of-a-kind experience. “We are thrilled to present this award and this year’s prize of $2,500 in Cintas services to such a deserving establishment,” said Molin. “This prize will provide the Shaw Club with the tools and services they need to maintain their facility at an award-winning level.”

Designed to feel more like a private club than a hotel, the classy sophistication found in the guest rooms at Shaw Club Hotel & Spa extends to all aspects of the venue, including the ladies’ washroom.

“We believe it is important to put care and design into a washroom so that it is not only functional, but aesthetically pleasing, and we often see the impact it has on the guests, as we hear women raving about the washroom to other female customers. They love the serene environment and elegant décor,” says the Shaw Club Hotel & Spa’s Sales and Marketing Manager, Jason Baumgartner.

The 2014 finalists were selected based on cleanliness, visual appeal, innovation, functionality and unique design elements. Thousands of votes were cast online through September 30, which produced the following results:

Business/Facility Location First Place: Shaw Club Hotel & Spa Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON Second Place: Calgary Zoo Calgary, AB Third Place: Vancouver Airport Vancouver, BC Fourth Place: Patria Toronto, ON Fifth Place: Planet Hollywood Niagara Falls, ON

Shaw Club Hotel & Spa and the Calgary Zoo will receive the coveted Canada’s Best Restroom plaques of recognition and secure their place in the Canada’s Best Restroom Hall of Fame.

For more information or if you would like photos or video footage from the winner presentation, please contact Survey Editor Rachael Keshishian at 757-818-4625.

About Cintas Canada Ltd:

Cintas Canada Ltd, with headquarters in Mississauga, Ontario is a subsidiary of Cintas Corporation. Cintas Canada designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs and provides entrance mats, restroom cleaning and supplies, and tile and carpet cleaning services to approximately 55,000 businesses in Canada. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS, and is a component of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index.

Polls close September 30

Mississauga, ON- The competition is heating up as voting continues for the best restroom in all of Canada. Fans in Calgary are going wild over the Calgary Zoo, while in the east, Niagara locals are debating whether Shaw Club Hotel & Spa in Niagara-on-the-Lake or Planet Hollywood in Niagara Falls has the better loo.

This year’s five finalists have set a new standard for restroom quality, with washrooms reflecting the individual proprietors’ sense of taste and style. Our nominees feature unique design elements, customer comforts and functional flare.

“It’s interesting to see the variety of our finalists in this year’s contest, and the fans are excited too,” says Rachael Keshishian, Survey Editor for Cintas Canada’s Best Restroom Contest. “In addition to restaurants and hotels, we are excited to have other types of facilities stepping up to provide quality to their customers.”

The public can vote at www.bestrestroom.com/canada through September 30th. Last year’s winner of the Canada’s Best Restroom contest was the Valleyview Shell Super Station in Alberta. Its eco-friendly design, geo-thermal heating and cooling technology and Victorian style chandeliers generated nationwide buzz.

The champion of the 5th Annual Cintas Canada’s Best Restroom Contest will be revealed during a nationally publicized media event this fall and will be awarded $2,500 in Cintas
services. Both the winner and runner-up will secure a place in the Hall of Fame.

Pictures of all 2014 finalist washrooms are available at www.bestrestroom.com/canada.

• Patria – Toronto, Ontario
• Calgary Zoo – Calgary, Alberta
• Planet Hollywood – Niagara Falls, Ontario
• Shaw Club Hotel & Spa – Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
• Vancouver Airport – Vancouver, British Columbia

About Cintas Canada
Cintas Canada Ltd, with headquarters in Mississauga, Ontario is a subsidiary of Cintas Corporation. Cintas Canada designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs and provides entrance mats, restroom cleaning and supplies, tile and carpet cleaning to approximately 55,000 businesses in Canada. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS, and is a component of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index.

Public Voting Now Open in 5th Annual Contest

Mississauga, ON – July 30, 2014 – The Cintas Canada’s Best Restroom Contest is back for a fifth year of fancy, funky and always functional washrooms. For the moments when you’ve really “gotta go” or just need a place to freshen up, Cintas understands the importance of a clean, well-maintained washroom. Our team of survey editors has reviewed the nominations for the best washroom facilities in the nation, and it’s time for the public to choose which of the five finalists will be crowned “Canada’s Best Restroom.”

Last year’s winner was Valleyview Shell Super Station, a gas station in northern Alberta. Their victory proved that Canada’s Best Restroom can be found anywhere! To view photos of previous winners, visit www.bestrestroom.com/canada and click on Hall of Fame.

Voting for this year’s contest begins now! The public is invited to show its support by casting an online ballot for their favourite washroom at www.bestrestroom.com/canada now through October as the top five compete to secure the most votes and earn the title of “Cintas Canada’s Best Restroom.”

The contest website takes visitors on a photographic tour of each facility and encourages the public to choose their favourite. The winner of the 5th Annual Cintas Canada’s Best Restroom Contest will be revealed during a nationally publicized media event this fall, where the winner will be awarded $2,500 in Cintas facility services.

2014 Finalists for Cintas Canada’s Best Restroom Contest:

Patria
Toronto, Ontario

In sharp contrast to Spanish-inspired brown and red hues that string the dining room walls at Patria, the washroom features clean white marble from ceiling to floor, and simple elegant fixtures. Golden faucets and mirror accents give the washroom a regal atmosphere, adding to the overall European experience. Restaurant patrons can’t wait to take a seat on one of Patria’s thrones, fit for a king (or queen).

Calgary Zoo
Calgary, Alberta

Amongst giraffes, hippos, lions and gorillas sit the Destination Africa washrooms at the Calgary Zoo. The park takes visitors across the globe, from Africa to Eurasia, with lavatories to match in each locale. After a trek through the tropical rainforest and a stroll through the savannah, guests head to the hut to clean up and get out of the African sun. Each circular hut serves as a loo, complete with wall-to-wall tribal décor for a true glimpse into African culture.

Planet Hollywood
Niagara Falls, Ontario

The glamourous décor of the Planet Hollywood restaurant reminds guests of their favourite Hollywood classics, and the experience continues with a visit to their flashy washroom. The ladies’ room mirrors are “framed” with a pair of giant, hot pink, zebra print sunglasses, turning every woman into a star with a glance at her reflection. Meanwhile, in the men’s room, guys are doing a double take when they see what’s staring back at them. Cobalt blue sharks open wide to reveal mirrors between their terrifying teeth. Both loos are lined with black and white tile and glass-tiled stall doors. These functional facilities aren’t just for show, but they’re definitely ready for a close up!

Shaw Club Hotel & Spa
Niagara on the Lake, Ontario

Style and radiance come together in this lavish loo. Upon entering the ladies’ room, guests are greeted by a modern glass infinity sink and simple stainless steel fixtures. The stalls feature large glass doors which fog up for privacy when the door is locked! Here’s the science behind it: sandwiched between the two panels of glass is a mixture of polymer and liquid crystals. A constant electrical current keeps the crystals in line and the glass transparent. But when the door handle is locked, the current is stopped, the crystals fall, and the glass looks clouded. A picture of sophistication, Shaw Club and Hotel & Spa delivers five-star style with every flush.

Vancouver Airport (YVR)
Vancouver, British Columbia

Located in the C-Pier, Domestic Terminal of YVR, travelers find a clean, modern place to freshen up during their journeys. The washroom walls are covered in shades of blue, red, and yellow mosaic tiles and waveshaped blue flooring winds down the curved corridor leading guests to their choice of bathroom stalls. White tile surrounds the hands-free sinks and towel dispensers, creating a cohesive and modern atmosphere that is sure to leave a lasting impression.

Cintas created the Best Restroom Contest in 2010 to honour businesses across Canada that combine good hygiene with functionality and exceptional style in their public restrooms. “This contest is fun but it also conveys a critical message that restroom hygiene matters – for good health and good business,” said Senior Marketing Manager, Leslie Molin.

About Cintas Canada
Cintas Canada Ltd, with headquarters in Mississauga, Ontario is a subsidiary of Cintas Corporation. Cintas Canada designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs and provides entrance mats, restroom cleaning and supplies, tile and carpet cleaning to approximately 55,000 businesses in Canada. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS, and is a component of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index.

The Public Can Nominate Their Favourite Public Washroom at www.bestrestroom.com/ca Until June 20, 2014

Mississauga, ON – March 26, 2014- Cintas Canada is now accepting nominations for the country’s best washroom facilities in the 5th Annual Cintas’ Canada’s Best Restroom Contest. Each year, Canada’s most noteworthy “places to go” are identified and then voted upon by the Internet public in the battle of the bowls.

“Cintas Canada launched the contest in 2010 to raise awareness of the importance of hygiene in public facilities,” says Cintas Canada’s Senior Marketing Manager Leslie Molin. “It makes smart business sense, and it’s an honour for us to recognize those businesses that strive for restroom excellence.”

The contest is open to any non-residential restroom in Canada that is accessible to the general public. Entriesare judged on cleanliness, visual appeal, innovation, functionality and unique design elements. In 2013, the winner was the Valleyview Shell Super Station in Alberta, which featured solid alder wood doors with privacy glass panels, sleek granite countertops, ornate carved mirrors and sparkling Victorian style semi-flush mount chandeliers.

“For the past four years we’ve received nominations of washrooms in truck stops to five star luxury hotels,” says Molin. “Whether in the most populated cities or the rural regions, our finalists are tied together by their commitment to customer service, clean facilities, and unique design elements.”

In addition to national recognition, this year’s winner will receive the royal washroom treatment- a grand prize of $2,500 to be redeemed for Cintas facility services.

Do you own your own establishment? Are you the creative mind or part of a team behind the washroom design inside of one? Or have you patronized a particularly memorable facility?

Anyone can nominate a deserving washroom at www.bestrestroom.com/canada. The deadline to do so is June 20, 2014.

Five finalists will be announced this summer, at which time online voting will begin. The winner and runner-up will be revealed this fall during a nationally publicized media event and then be enshrined in Cintas’ Canada’s Best Restroom Contest Hall of Fame. For contest updates, fun facts and bathroom trivia, “like” Canada’s Best Restroom on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/CanadasBestRestroom.

About Cintas Canada Ltd:
Cintas Canada Ltd, with headquarters in Mississauga, Ontario is a subsidiary of Cintas Corporation. Cintas Canada designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs and provides entrance mats, restroom cleaning and supplies, tile and carpet cleaning and document shredding services to approximately 55,000 businesses in Canada. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS, and is a component of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index.

Mississauga, ONTARIO – Le 26 mars 2014 – Cintas Canada reçoit dès maintenant les candidatures pour la 5 e édition de son concours annuel des Meilleures toilettes du Canada commandité par Cintas Canada. Chaque année, les plus notables « endroits où aller quand il faut y aller » sont signalés et font ensuite l’objet d’un vote par le public internaute dans une bataille en règle des bols.

« Cintas Canada a lancé le concours en 2010, question de sensibiliser le public à l’importance de l’hygiène dans les installations publiques », d’expliquer Leslie Molin, directrice principale du marketing de Cintas Canada. « C’est une décision judicieuse pour les affaires et c’est un honneur pour nous de reconnaître les entreprises qui s’efforcent d’offrir l’excellence dans leurs salles de toilettes ».

Sont admissibles au concours toutes les toilettes publiques situées dans des bâtiments non résidentiels du Canada qui sont accessibles au grand public. Les candidatures seront jugées en fonction de la propreté, de l’apparence, de l’innovation, de la fonctionnalité ainsi que des éléments de design uniques des toilettes. En 2013, le gagnant était la station-service Valleyview Shell Super Station située en Alberta, dont les toilettes étaient ornées de miroirs sculptés et de lustres style victorien semi-encastrés et présentaient des portes en bois d’aulne massif, des panneaux de verre intimité ainsi que des revêtements de comptoir en granite lisse.

« Au cours des quatre dernières années, nous avons reçu la candidature de toilettes provenant de relais routiers comme d’hôtels cinq étoiles », précise Leslie Molin. « Qu’il s’agisse des villes les plus denses ou de régions rurales, nos finalistes proviennent de milieux divers certes mais sont unis par leur engagement envers le service à la clientèle et leur souci d’offrir des installations propres et des éléments de design uniques. »

En plus d’une reconnaissance nationale, le gagnant de l’année recevra le traitement royal des toilettes, à savoir, un grand prix de 2 500 $ pour l’achat de produits et services d’entretien des établissements de Cintas.

Êtes-vous propriétaire d’un établissement? Êtes-vous l’esprit créatif qui se cache derrière la conception des toilettes publiques d’un de ces établissements ou faites-vous partie de l’équipe de conception? Peutêtre êtes-vous le client qui apprécie ces toilettes de passage particulièrement mémorables?

Tous peuvent proposer la candidature d’une toilette digne de mention à www.bestrestroom.com/cafrench. La date limite pour soumettre la candidature d’une toilette est le 20 juin 2014.

Cinq finalistes seront annoncés cet été, période à partir de laquelle débutera le vote en ligne. Le lauréat et le finaliste seront révélés cet automne au cours d’un événement média publicisé à l’échelle nationale et se mériteront une place au Temple de la renommée du concours Meilleures toilettes du Canada.

Pour recevoir des nouvelles du concours, consultez des faits inédits et des questions anecdotiques sur les toilettes, aimez la page Facebook des Meilleures toilettes du Canada à www.Facebook.com/CanadasBestRestroom.

À propos de Cintas Canada Limitée

Cintas Canada Limitée, dont le siège social est situé à Mississauga, en Ontario, est une filiale de Cintas Corporation. Cintas Canada conçoit, produit et met en place des programmes d’uniformes à l’image des entreprises et fournit des tapis d’entrées, des services de nettoyage et des fournitures de toilettes de même que des services de déchiquetage à quelque 55 000 entreprises au Canada. Cintas est une société ouverte cotée au Nasdaq Global Select Market sous le symbole boursier CTAS et compose l’indice boursier Standard & Poor 500.

To Be Announced Wednesday, December 18th

Mississauga, ON – December 18, 2013 – Canadians across the country have cast their votes, awarding Valleyview Shell Super Station Canada’s Best Restroom! With its spotless reputation and eco-friendly design, the pit stop is ideal for the weary traveler on Highway 43 in northern Alberta.

“The cleanliness and energy-saving design demonstrates how the staff at Valleyview Shell Super Station goes above and beyond to appeal to their customers,” said Cintas’ Senior Marketing Manager Leslie Molin. “We are excited for the opportunity to present the award to such a deserving establishment and dedicated team.”

High-resolution images of today’s award presentation at Valleyview Shell as well as photos of all five finalists are available at: https://www.bestrestroom.com/canada/press/2013-finalists-images.asp.

The 8,350 square foot convenience store serves 2,000-2,500 customers per day with travelers stopping in for fuel, food and the flawless facility. Employees check the washroom every 20-30 minutes depending on the amount of traffic in the store.

“Customers appreciate that they can count on us for a clean place to stop and use the washroom,” said Store Manager Blake Sparks. “People comment to our staff all the time about our elegant décor in the washroom and the importance we place on the maintenance of our facility.”

“Valleyview Shell Super Station embodies the critical message that restroom hygiene matters for good health and good business,” said Molin. “We are proud to see that the Valleyview team goes the extra mile to keep its facility well maintained.”

The 2013 finalists were selected based on cleanliness, visual appeal, innovation, functionality and unique design elements. Thousands of votes were cast online through November 30, which produced the following results:

Business/Facility Location First Place: Valleyview Shell Super Station Valleyview, Alberta Second Place: Steamworks Brew Pub Vancouver, BC Third Place: CHOP Steakhouse Richmond, BC Fourth Place: MoRoCo Chocolat Toronto, Ontario Fifth Place: Marche Restaurant Toronto, Ontario

Valleyview Shell Super Station and Steamworks Brew Pub will receive the coveted Canada’s Best Restroom winner and runner-up plaque of recognition from Cintas and secure their place in the Canada’s Best Restroom Hall of Fame.

For more information or to set up an interview, please contact Survey Editor Rachael Keshishian at 757-818-4625.

About Cintas Canada

Cintas Canada Ltd, with headquarters in Mississauga, Ontario is a subsidiary of Cintas Corporation. Cintas Canada designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs and provides entrance mats, restroom cleaning and supplies, tile and carpet cleaning and document shredding services to approximately 55,000 businesses in Canada. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS, and is a component of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index.

Historic Minneapolis Landmark Captures the Crown in the 12th Annual Cintas’ America’s Best Restroom Contest

Minneapolis, MN/Cincinnati, OH – November 19, 2013 – America voted and decided that Varsity Theater has the best restroom in all the land. After viewing its quirky design and furnishings, the online public selected the venue’s restroom over a strong field of finalists in the 12th annual contest.

What made the Varsity Theater the 2013 King of Thrones? It starts with the unique décor: ornate mirrors and curvy brick walls. Distinctive features include sinks operated by foot pedal and a co-ed hand wash area. Bartenders even serve drinks into the restroom on a back counter. For many Twin Cities residents, the restroom at the concert hall is as popular as the artists on stage.

“The team at Varsity Theater understands the value of a well-maintained and memorable restroom,” said Cintas’ Senior Marketing Manager John Engel. “What they have is more than a creative concept. It’s an effective business tool that keeps people coming back.”

Engel visited Varsity Theater on Tuesday, November 19 to present owner Jason McLean with the 2013 award. The theater has now secured its place in the Cintas’ America’s Best Restroom Hall of Fame.

In the contest, which attracted thousands of online votes, America chose Portland’s Ground Kontrol Classic Arcade’s restroom the No. 2 place “to go.” Public Glass Bathrooms on the Square in Sulphur Springs, Texas took 3rd place.

Varsity Theater, formerly The University Theater, was one of the last vaudeville houses in Minneapolis and hosted minstrel shows, comedians and screenings of early silent films.

“The best restroom award is truly an honor,” said Jason McLean, Varsity Theater owner and general manager. “In an era when designers are so creative with public restrooms, we consider this award a tremendous achievement.”

As for the restroom’s fantasy-themed design, “I ask the audience to spend a short time immersed in a make-believe world, leaving their cares behind and yet in a social way,” McLean said.

The 2013 contest attracted nominations from a wide range of businesses, including restaurants, a hotel, an ice cream parlor, an art museum and a classic arcade. The ten finalists were selected based on cleanliness, visual appeal, innovation, functionality and unique design elements.

The 2013 finalists:

Business/Facility

• Alex Madonna Gold Rush Steak House – San Luis Obispo, CA
• Ground Kontrol Classic Arcade – Portland, OR
• John Michael Kohler Arts Center – Sheboygan, WI
• Public Glass Bathrooms on the Square – Sulphur Springs, TX
• Sloan’s Ice Cream – West Palm Beach, FL
• Tampa International Airport – Tampa, FL
• Varsity Theater – Minneapolis, MN
• Viracocha – San Francisco, CA
• Waldorf Astoria – New York, NY
• Westfield Garden State Plaza – Paramus, NJ

To view photos of previous winners, visit the America’s Best Restroom Hall of Fame on the contest website at www.bestrestroom.com.

Cintas launched the America’s Best Restroom Contest in 2002 to honor businesses across the country that consider hygiene and style top priorities.

“This project is undoubtedly fun, but it also conveys a critical message that restroom hygiene matters for good health and good business. Proprietors recognize the parallel between clean restrooms and customer retention,” said Engel. “We look forward to celebrating our 13th year in 2014 and invite the public to nominate their favorite facility online now for consideration in next year’s competition.”

For more information or to set up an interview, please contact Survey Editor Danny Rubin at 757-285-7617.

About Cintas:
Headquartered in Cincinnati, Cintas Corporation provides highly specialized services to businesses of all types primarily throughout North America. Cintas designs, manufactures and implements corporate identity uniform programs, and provides entrance mats, restroom cleaning and supplies, tile and carpet cleaning, promotional products, first aid, safety, fire protection products and services and document management services for more than one million businesses. Cintas is a publicly held company traded over the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the symbol CTAS and is a component of the Standard & Poor’s 500 Index.