growing together by respecting our past

TELUS is continuing to grow by respecting our legacy and honouring those who have helped TELUS evolve into the leading global communications company it is today. Indeed, it is the innovation, dedication and exceptional leadership of former executives, directors and leaders of TELUS and its predecessor companies that have built the foundation of our company.

Through their continued involvement with TELUS, they give me insight into our history and their valuable perspective contributes to the future success of TELUS. I am fortunate to have the opportunity to collaborate with many of these pioneers, including those pictured on this page, gaining knowledge from their experiences and inspiration from the passion they hold for our company.

I am grateful for their ongoing connection to TELUS, and that of many other TELUS alumni, who work tirelessly as influential champions for our company, volunteering in the communities where we live, work and serve across Canada.

Through the TELUS Community Ambassadors program, our alumni enable TELUS to continue our rich legacy of community involvement and volunteerism. Thanks to their compassion, dedication and hard work, financially disadvantaged children receive much-needed school supplies, people living on the streets receive basic personal hygiene items and seniors in care homes receive warm lap blankets for comfort and wheelchairs for accessibility.

The TELUS Community Ambassadors were also integral to the success of our inaugural TELUS National Day of Service on September 30, 2006. They joined the many team members, families and friends in more than 1,400 different volunteer and community activities on this very special day, which will be an annual event for the TELUS team - past and present.

I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all of our alumni for helping TELUS make a meaningful difference in our communities, supporting our commitment to be Canada's premier corporate citizen.

Sincerely,

Originally Signed,

Darren Entwistle