Canon U.S.A. announces Fan-focused events for Copa America Argentina 2011

"With the start of Copa America 2011 Argentina only days away, Canon is pleased to announce a series of fan-friendly events that we hope will enhance appreciation for this incredible sporting event," said Taro Maruyama, president, Canon Latin America. "Followed by millions of fans throughout Latin America and the rest of the world, Copa America represents an excellent opportunity for Canon to strengthen our brand and foster growth throughout the region’s consumer and business markets. We hope that everyone enjoys the tournament."

Beginning with the start of tournament play on July 1, Canon will launch a series of activities

For soccer fans in Colombia and Peru, Canon is sponsoring "Click and Print" public viewing parties at which Canon will broadcast games, offer T-shirts and give attendees the opportunity

In addition to fan attendance opportunities, Canon will sponsor the Copa America "Best Photo" section (www.ca2011.com) where fans can vote on the best photos from every game of the tournament to help generate a donation to UNICEF Argentina from Canon.

For professional photographers and media, 78 Canon printers, 55 Canon multifunction products and nine PowerShot Digital cameras will be available to support the press booths and accreditation office at each event site of Copa America 2011 Argentina. To help professional Canon users avoid downtime in the event of an issue with their equipment, there will be a Canon Service Depot located near the field-entrance at each stadium provided to photographers with appropriate event credentials for four hours before each soccer match through one hour after the match ends.