OTTAWA - The Ottawa Senators ( @Senators ) announced today an expanded multi-year partnership with Ford Dealers of Ottawa. Building on the current successful partnership between the Senators and Ford Dealers of Ottawa, which has showcased the quality and exciting line-up of Ford vehicles and entertained thousands of fans at both hockey games and music events, the new agreement now features the distinguished Lincoln brand to Sens fans.

One of the highlights of this expanded partnership includes a new Lincoln Valet Entrance in addition to the Ford Gate (formerly known as the Gate 3 entrance) where fans can view the latest in Ford and Lincoln design and technology.

The popular Ford SuperFan (@TheFordSuperfan) contest on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram will continue, offering fans the opportunity to win tickets to Sens games and music events in the customized 90-seat Ford Tailgater Zone. A new social media contest, Sens Date Night, presented by the Lincoln Dealers of Ottawa, will leverage the Ford SuperFan account to provide a unique night for fans. Winners of this contest will receive a Lincoln vehicle for the day to drive to the Senators game, a Lincoln valet parking pass, dinner for two at Club Red and front row seats at Canadian Tire Centre.

"We are delighted to welcome the Ford Dealers of Ottawa as partners of the Ottawa Senators," said Senators president and CEO Tom Anselmi. "We are proud to launch this relationship with a community-minded local group who shares our passion for delivering a great experience to our fans."

"Providing our customers with high-quality vehicles and supporting our local community are what drives Ford and Lincoln dealers here in Ottawa and we all know the important role that hockey plays in making Ottawa such a vibrant place to live," said Les Bell, Dealer Principal of Lincoln Heights Ford. "This is a natural partnership with the Ottawa Senators who share our values and whose positive impact is seen throughout our community, including the Ottawa Senators Foundation's support of Roger Neilson House."

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