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Medo AI and Medical Imaging Consultants announce partnership to simplify diagnostic ultrasound imaging.

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Lundi, décembre 13, 2021
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EDMONTON, AB, Dec. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Medo, a technology startup and world leader in using artificial intelligence (AI) to drastically simplify ultrasound in healthcare, and Medical Imaging Consultants (MIC), Western Canada's leading radiology partnership, are thrilled to announce their partnership aimed at revolutionizing diagnostic imaging.

Key Points: 
  • EDMONTON, AB, Dec. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Medo, a technology startup and world leader in using artificial intelligence (AI) to drastically simplify ultrasound in healthcare, and Medical Imaging Consultants (MIC), Western Canada's leading radiology partnership, are thrilled to announce their partnership aimed at revolutionizing diagnostic imaging.
  • Medo, founded in 2018, is dedicated to bringing medical imaging to everyone, when and where they require it most, impacting billions of lives in the process.
  • MIC, meanwhile, is Western Canada's leading imaging partnership for the last 25 years.
  • This partnership between two leaders in ultrasound diagnostic imaging represents an exciting first step, bridging the gap between technology and product innovation and its application in the real world.

AIMCo Announces Appointment to Board of Directors

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Lundi, décembre 13, 2021
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"Lorraine Mitchelmore brings exceptional experience and leadership to the Board of Directors," said Mark Wiseman, AIMCo Board Chair.

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  • "Lorraine Mitchelmore brings exceptional experience and leadership to the Board of Directors," said Mark Wiseman, AIMCo Board Chair.
  • "I am keen to be joining the AIMCo Board of Directors as the organization sharpens its strategy and focus on serving the needs of clients," said Lorraine Mitchelmore.
  • The appointment of Ms. Lorraine Mitchelmore fills the vacancy left by the retirement of Helen Kearns from the Board of Directors, having served two terms since her appointment in 2015.
  • "On behalf of the Board of Directors, I want to extend our gratitude to Helen Kearns for her dedication to AIMCo since 2015," added Mark Wiseman.

Aurora Cannabis Again Scores Highest Among Cannabis Corporate Boards in The Globe and Mail's Board Games Report

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Lundi, décembre 13, 2021
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As recognized in the 2021 Board Games results, Aurora received 77 out of 100 eligible points, ranking notably higher than others in its peer group of cannabis companies.

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  • As recognized in the 2021 Board Games results, Aurora received 77 out of 100 eligible points, ranking notably higher than others in its peer group of cannabis companies.
  • Ronald Funk, Chairmanof Aurora stated, "With each passing year, Aurora continues to exhibit growth and maturity across all areas of the business.
  • For more information on The Globe and Mail's Board Games methodology and to view this year's comprehensive ranking of Canada's corporate boards, visit here .
  • The Company's brand portfolio includes Aurora, Aurora Drift , San Rafael '71 , Daily Special , MedReleaf, CanniMed, Whistler , Reliva and KG7 CBD .

Foremost Income Fund Announces 2021 Cash Distribution

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Vendredi, décembre 10, 2021
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Calgary, Alberta--(Newsfile Corp. - December 10, 2021) - Foremost Income Fund ("Foremost" or the "Fund") announces 2021 cash distribution.

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  • Calgary, Alberta--(Newsfile Corp. - December 10, 2021) - Foremost Income Fund ("Foremost" or the "Fund") announces 2021 cash distribution.
  • It is the Fund's intention to pay a cash distribution in an amount equal to the taxable income of the Fund for the 2021 fiscal year1.
  • The cash distribution is estimated to be $0.30 per trust unit, which will be confirmed once the taxable income of the Fund is finally determined in February 2022.
  • Note: (1) The taxable income of the Fund is not equivalent to the Fund's net income during the fiscal year.

8Sigma Energy Services Closes $6 Million Financing and Announces Worldwide Partnership

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Jeudi, décembre 9, 2021
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8Sigma Energy Services Incorporated (8Sigma or the Company), a leader in multi-stage hydraulic fracturing technologies, today announced it has closed $6 million in growth financing.

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  • 8Sigma Energy Services Incorporated (8Sigma or the Company), a leader in multi-stage hydraulic fracturing technologies, today announced it has closed $6 million in growth financing.
  • Along with this investment, 8Sigma announced that a Worldwide technology partnership has been entered into with NOV Inc., a leading worldwide provider of equipment and components used in oil and gas drilling and production operations.
  • This partnership will provide worldwide customers to access 8Sigma technology while allowing 8Sigma to focus on the North American market.
  • 8Sigma Energy Services Incorporated (8Sigma) is a global leader in multistage hydraulic fracturing technologies.

Alberta Court of Appeal dismisses Ashmit Patel's Appeal of ASC Decision

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Jeudi, décembre 9, 2021
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CALGARY, AB, Dec. 9, 2021 /CNW/ - In a Memorandum of Judgment, the Alberta Court of Appeal dismissed Ashmit Patel's appeal on the basis that it was moot.

Key Points: 
  • CALGARY, AB, Dec. 9, 2021 /CNW/ - In a Memorandum of Judgment, the Alberta Court of Appeal dismissed Ashmit Patel's appeal on the basis that it was moot.
  • Patel had appealed the Alberta Securities Commission (ASC) panel's written decision of July 5, 2018, Re Kilimanjaro, 2018 ABASC 106, which ruled that certain documents were either not initially protected by solicitor-client privilege or were initially protected, but any such privilege had been waived.A separate panel of the ASC subsequently ruled on the underlying allegations against Patel and others in Re Kilimanjaro, 2021 ABASC 14 , and Re Kilimanjaro, 2021 ABASC 131 .
  • The ASC is the regulatory agency responsible for administering the province's securities laws.
  • It is entrusted with fostering a fair and efficient capital market in Alberta and with protecting investors.As a member of the Canadian Securities Administrators, the ASC works to improve, coordinate and harmonize the regulation of Canada's capital markets.

CER projections see Canada’s use of fossil fuels fall by 2050

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Jeudi, décembre 9, 2021
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There is a nearly 45 per cent increase in electricity use to offset the decline in fossil fuel use.

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  • There is a nearly 45 per cent increase in electricity use to offset the decline in fossil fuel use.
  • While Canadians will use less fossil fuels as Canadas energy system decarbonizes, fossil fuel demand remains in 2050.
  • Fossil fuel use (without carbon capture and storage) falls 19% by 2030, 45% to 2040, and 62% to 2050.
  • However, projections differ across the various fossil fuels, and the resulting GHG emissions are increasingly captured and stored.

Benchmark Metals Closes $40 Million Bought Deal Private Placement Including Strategic Investment by Yamana Gold Inc

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Jeudi, décembre 9, 2021
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The Company is also pleased to announce that Yamana Gold Inc. has made a strategic investment in Benchmark by participating in the Offering and as a result will own approximately 3.99% of Benchmark on a non-diluted basis.

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  • The Company is also pleased to announce that Yamana Gold Inc. has made a strategic investment in Benchmark by participating in the Offering and as a result will own approximately 3.99% of Benchmark on a non-diluted basis.
  • CEO John Williamson commented, "Following the Offering we will have more than $50 million available to explore and advance the Lawyers Gold-Silver Project.
  • The Company is encouraged by the significant participation in the Offering from existing shareholders and are pleased to welcome Yamana Gold as a new investor in Benchmark.
  • We look forward to a positive working relationship with Yamana as we reach near-term milestones including an updated Mineral Resource Estimate and a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA)."

Jungle Scout Appoints Amazon Veteran Stephen Curial as Company's First Chief Technology Officer

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Jeudi, décembre 9, 2021
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AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jungle Scout, the leading all-in-one platform for selling on Amazon, today announced the appointment of Stephen Curial as its first Chief Technology Officer, poised to lead the company's remote-first Engineering division.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jungle Scout, the leading all-in-one platform for selling on Amazon, today announced the appointment of Stephen Curial as its first Chief Technology Officer, poised to lead the company's remote-first Engineering division.
  • "I'm delighted to welcome Stephen Curial to Jungle Scout to scale and solidify the company's position as an industry leader in analytics tools for e-commerce sellers," said Greg Mercer, Founder & CEO of Jungle Scout.
  • Curial comes to Jungle Scout from Amazon, where he served as Director of Software Development and led a large global team.
  • During his 10-year tenure at Amazon, Curial oversaw Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA), the retail electronic data interchange (EDI) platform, and technology teams for the company's dropship business.

NEO Lists Third Mining Company With Launch of Strategic Minerals Europe Corp.

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Jeudi, décembre 9, 2021
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NEO is excited to announce the public listing of Strategic Minerals Europe Corp. (Strategic Minerals), a mining and exploration company based in Spain.

Key Points: 
  • NEO is excited to announce the public listing of Strategic Minerals Europe Corp. (Strategic Minerals), a mining and exploration company based in Spain.
  • Strategic Minerals begins trading today on the NEO Exchange under the symbol SNTA .
  • Strategic Minerals is now the third mining company to launch on the NEO Exchange since September.
  • By listing on NEO, a Tier 1 stock exchange, Strategic Minerals will benefit from enhanced liquidity, greater investor awareness, better quality of trading, and exceptional service and support.