Capital region

Ottawa Board of Trade Unveils Transformative Action Plan for Downtown Ottawa

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Mercoledì, Maggio 22, 2024

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The Downtown Ottawa Action Agenda aims to reimagine and rejuvenate Downtown Ottawa, making it more diverse, resilient, and vibrant for generations and challenges to come.

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The Downtown Ottawa Action Agenda aims to reimagine and rejuvenate Downtown Ottawa, making it more diverse, resilient, and vibrant for generations and challenges to come.
"This is more than a plan; it's a renaissance for Ottawa’s downtown," said Sueling Ching, President & CEO, Ottawa Board of Trade.
The action plan was developed by the Canadian Urban Institute, in partnership with the City of Ottawa, Ottawa Tourism, Invest Ottawa, BOMA Ottawa and the National Capital Commission.
"Our collaborative approach ensures that the transformation of Downtown Ottawa not only meets the economic and cultural needs of today but paves the way for future generations," said Brendan McGuinty, Board Chair, Ottawa Board of Trade.

Hixny and Healthix Partner to Offer New Yorkers an Aggregate View of Their Healthcare Data

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Martedì, Maggio 14, 2024

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ALBANY, N.Y., May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hixny and Healthix, two leading public health information exchanges (HIEs) in New York, strengthened its collaborative relationship by jointly launching a combined patient portal at myhealthrecordNY.com. Available to patients receiving care across much of New York—including Long Island and New York City, the North Country, the Hudson Valley, the Capital Region and parts of the Southern Tier—the platform offers access to healthcare records from across New York state, all in one place.

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Hixny has offered patients receiving care in its 28-county catchment area access to their health records for over a decade.
"Healthix is committed to empowering New Yorkers with free and direct access to their records from across the healthcare community.
With the joint launch of My Health Record NY, they are the only to offer patients a way to view their comprehensive health record.
"We share a belief that collaboration is the key to improving healthcare in New York," said McKinney about the relationship between Hixny and Healthix.

National Institute for Innovation and Technology™ Announces Groundbreaking Pre-Apprenticeship Program During Youth Apprenticeship Week

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Venerdì, Maggio 10, 2024

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ALBANY, N.Y., May 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Amidst the excitement of Career and Technical Education (CTE) Signing Day, where students graduating from Capital Region BOCES CTE programs are matched with employers across the Capital Region, the National Institute for Innovation and Technology™ announced the launch of its groundbreaking Gateway to Apprenticeship Program (GAP).

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The Gateway to Apprenticeship Program (GAP) addresses the critical need for skilled technicians in the growing sectors of semiconductor and advanced manufacturing.
"Capital Region BOCES is proud to partner with the National Institute for Innovation and Technology on the Gateway to Apprenticeship Program.
As we celebrate National Youth Apprenticeship Week this week, this is just the kind of initiative we need more of to utilize registered apprenticeship programs to prepare our young people and workers for the new economy."
To discover more about the GAP program and the Institute's other crucial work around Registered Apprenticeships and workforce development, visit www.niit.org .

Living Classrooms Holds 3rd Annual Golf Tournament at Historic Langston Golf Course Raising Funds for Education and Workforce Development Programs.

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Martedì, Maggio 7, 2024

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WASHINGTON, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Living Classrooms Foundation is thrilled to announce the 3rd Annual Living Classrooms Classic on Monday, May 13, 2024, at the renowned Langston Golf Course.

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WASHINGTON, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Living Classrooms Foundation is thrilled to announce the 3rd Annual Living Classrooms Classic on Monday, May 13, 2024, at the renowned Langston Golf Course.
Since 2001, Living Classrooms has been entrusted with the care of Kingman & Heritage Islands, supporting vital hands-on educational and workforce development initiatives for the DC community.
Named after John Mercer Langston, the first African American elected to public office, Langston Golf Course is a pillar of the African American golf heritage and a proud National Black Golf Hall of Fame member.
Through our unique learning environments, Living Classrooms provides access to more equitable, hands-on education and workforce development opportunities, enhancing the lives of individuals and families and contributing to the development of safer, stronger, and healthier communities.

Gotcha Covered expands presence in New York

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Venerdì, Aprile 26, 2024

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SARATOGA, N.Y., April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gotcha Covered, a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, has announced the opening of a new location in New York. Gotcha Covered of Saratoga is owned and operated by Tim and Michelle Schultz.

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SARATOGA, N.Y., April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Gotcha Covered , a leader in custom window treatment consultation in the U.S. and Canada, has announced the opening of a new location in New York.
Gotcha Covered of Saratoga is owned and operated by Tim and Michelle Schultz.
"The Capital Region is seeing consistent growth, and there's no shortage of homeowners and business owners that need high-quality products and services," said Paul Linenberg, president of Gotcha Covered.
Adding 30 new franchise locations in 2023, Gotcha Covered currently has over 170 total franchises across the U.S. and Canada.

Anixa Biosciences Welcomes Celebrity Oncologist Dr. Sanjay Juneja to its Cancer Business Advisory Board

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Giovedì, Aprile 18, 2024

SAN JOSE, Calif., April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Anixa Biosciences, Inc. ("Anixa" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: ANIX), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the treatment and prevention of cancer, today announced the appointment of Sanjay Juneja, MD to its Cancer Business Advisory Board.

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SAN JOSE, Calif., April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Anixa Biosciences, Inc. ("Anixa" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: ANIX), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the treatment and prevention of cancer, today announced the appointment of Sanjay Juneja, MD to its Cancer Business Advisory Board.
Anixa Chairman and CEO Dr. Amit Kumar stated, "Dr. Juneja is an accomplished medical oncologist who has earned status as a top media personality on cancer prevention and treatment innovations.
Dr. Sanjay Juneja is a board-certified hematologist and medical oncologist currently practicing in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Anixa Biosciences' Cancer Business Advisory Board is an elite group that includes members such as Karen Knudsen, Ph.D., current CEO of the American Cancer Society; Gary Reedy, previous CEO of the American Cancer Society; Mike Shepard, Ph.D., inventor of Herceptin; and many others.

Ingenium calls for clean water solutions with the 2024 Innovation Challenge

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Giovedì, Aprile 11, 2024

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OTTAWA, ON, April 11, 2024 /CNW/ - Ingenium is tapping into the creativity of young Canadians to inspire solutions to mitigate the disparities many face around clean water and sanitation – in Canada, and globally.

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OTTAWA, ON, April 11, 2024 /CNW/ - Ingenium is tapping into the creativity of young Canadians to inspire solutions to mitigate the disparities many face around clean water and sanitation – in Canada, and globally.
To open and close the weekend's events, Corinne Lynds of Water Canada – the only national magazine dedicated to water quality and stewardship in Canada – will serve as the MC.
Local participants will compete at the state-of-the-art Digital Innovation Lab within the Ingenium Centre, in Ottawa, ON.
We can't wait to see the creativity from across the country for the second annual Ingenium Innovation Challenge!"

British Columbia is projected to see near-term labour market challenges as employment demands rise to a peak in 2029

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Mercoledì, Marzo 27, 2024

Employment, Government, Growth, Construction, Woman, Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District, Workforce, Capital region, Engineering

It shows that employment levels, which were historically high coming into the forecast period, will step down initially as residential and non-residential demands ease.

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It shows that employment levels, which were historically high coming into the forecast period, will step down initially as residential and non-residential demands ease.
A period of growth follows between 2025 and 2029, with employment in both sectors reaching peak levels at that time.
Employment then recedes to the end of the decade, with both sectors growing by 2% above 2023 levels by 2033.
The construction industry is also committed to the recruitment of newcomers to Canada to meet anticipated labour market requirements.

The YMCA to Open New Child Care Space For Westboro Families

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Lunedì, Marzo 18, 2024

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OTTAWA, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The YMCA of National Capital Region is pleased to announce the opening of a new licensed child care centre in the Westboro community.

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OTTAWA, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The YMCA of National Capital Region is pleased to announce the opening of a new licensed child care centre in the Westboro community.
“Churchill Alternative School is a proud part of the Westboro community,” says Vanessa Ogungbemile, Principal of Churchill Alternative School.
“The Y is well positioned and eager to support the needs of local families by expanding our high-quality, reliable, and affordable licensed child care services across our communities.”
The YMCA of the National Capital region has been providing child care in our region for 24 years.
Currently, the Y serves 290 families and 440 children in our child care programs annually.

Regional areas and key sectors, bright spots for SM's continued growth

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Lunedì, Marzo 25, 2024

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SM will continue to concentrate its efforts on identifying opportunities in various regional markets for its core businesses and portfolio investments.

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SM will continue to concentrate its efforts on identifying opportunities in various regional markets for its core businesses and portfolio investments.
Recognizing the potential for growth outside the National Capital Region, the conglomerate aims to stimulate local economies and contribute to the development of many underserved regions in the country.
"We view the regions as a bright spot for growth with the diverse products and services that we offer to consumers.
Airspeed is taking strategic steps to position its Cebu warehouse as a central point for its future growth.