October 30, 2007, TORONTO -- To kick off winter and another fun-filled hockey season, CUETS Financial Ltd. announced today a promotion for cardholders to win rewards points and become "Hockey Heroes" in their communities with the help of Canadian hockey icon, Peter Puck.

CUETS Financial, the issuer of CHOICE REWARDS MasterCard credit cards, is proud to team up with Peter Puck to support minor hockey in Canada. From October 1 until November 30, 2007, cardholders with CHOICE REWARDS MasterCard credit cards and GLOBAL PAYMENT^™ debit cards have a chance to win one of six grand prizes of 150,000 CHOICE REWARDS points. In addition, each grand prize winner will be heralded a "Hockey Hero" in their community with a $5,000 donation of Peter Puck hockey equipment to a local minor hockey team of their choice.

"Peter Puck has been an icon since the early 1970s and is a hero of sorts to hockey fans across Canada," says Karen Obrigewitsch, director of marketing and communications at CUETS Financial. "We thought, who better to partner with to recognize this country's local hockey heroes? It's really a win-win opportunity. Not only will six Canadians come out as winners, but even better, their communities will benefit too."

Brian McFarlane, creator of Peter Puck and 25-year veteran hockey commentator for Hockey Night in Canada, is also excited to see Peter back in action. "I am so pleased to see Peter part of a program that supports and encourages young Canadians and their passion for the sport of hockey," says McFarlane. "Now that summer's over, many Canadians from coast to coast are spending their time in local arenas, supporting their kids as they strive to become the next 'great one.' Hockey defines this country, and it is wonderful to be part of a program that recognizes Canadians and the support they provide to community leagues."

From October 1 to November 30, 2007, every time cardholders use their CHOICE REWARDS MasterCard credit cards or GLOBAL PAYMENT debit cards, they receive automatic entries for a chance to win. Canadians can also visit www.passionforthepuck.com and play the puck game online for a chance to win up to 10,000 CHOICE REWARDS points.

About CUETS Financial Ltd.

CUETS Financial Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of MBNA Canada Bank, is a financing entity that delivers a range of MasterCard credit card and debit card products to credit unions and their members across Canada. In addition, CUETS Financial offers the CHOICE REWARDS^® program that gives cardholders flexibility in earning and redeeming points for brand-name merchandise, unrestricted travel and charitable donations. CUETS Financial is based in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada.

For more information, please contact:
Elliott Chun
P: 416-642-7962
E: echun@webershandwick.com