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CJF announces Climate Solutions Reporting Award finalists

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水曜日, 5月 8, 2024
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TORONTO, May 8, 2024 /CNW/ - The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF) is proud to announce its shortlist for the annual CJF Award for Climate Solutions Reporting that celebrates a journalist or team of journalists whose work shines a spotlight on climate change and innovative solutions.

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  • TORONTO, May 8, 2024 /CNW/ - The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF) is proud to announce its shortlist for the annual CJF Award for Climate Solutions Reporting that celebrates a journalist or team of journalists whose work shines a spotlight on climate change and innovative solutions.
  • CJF thanks the generosity of founding award sponsor Intact Financial Corporation for providing the award's $10,000 prize.
  • The "Bracing for Disasters" project used data and narrative reporting to identify problems — and surface solutions proposed by actors at all levels.
  • Commenting on all the entries, jury chair Bob Ezrin says:
    "The quality, quantity and variety of submissions we received clearly shows the growing importance of climate solutions reporting across Canada and around the world.

CJF names Landsberg Award finalists

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火曜日, 4月 23, 2024
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TORONTO, April 23, 2024 /CNW/ - The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF) is proud to announce its shortlist for the Landsberg Award , which celebrates a journalist, or journalists, enhancing awareness of women's equality issues.

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  • TORONTO, April 23, 2024 /CNW/ - The Canadian Journalism Foundation (CJF) is proud to announce its shortlist for the Landsberg Award , which celebrates a journalist, or journalists, enhancing awareness of women's equality issues.
  • The annual award recognizes exceptional research, analysis and presentation through a gender lens in print, broadcast or online news.
  • "This year's three finalists show exceptional grit and skill, and their work has resulted in real change."
  • The Landsberg winner will be announced at the CJF annual awards ceremony on June 12 at the Royal York Hotel.

Canada's Real-Time Rail program resumes with renewed momentum

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火曜日, 4月 16, 2024
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The RTR will reflect Payments Canada's commitment to provide a safe and secure foundation for participants to innovate upon, including a centralized fraud utility service.

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  • The RTR will reflect Payments Canada's commitment to provide a safe and secure foundation for participants to innovate upon, including a centralized fraud utility service.
  • "Over the past year, we have reviewed our path forward through engagement and collaboration from our members, regulators and key stakeholders.
  • We're encouraged by Payments Canada and its members committing to launching the Real-Time Rail, catching Canada up to its G20 peers.
  • The Real-Time Rail (RTR) will process funds instantly, with more data, resulting in smarter transactions that save small businesses time and money.

OBSI chosen as sole ombudsman for banking complaints in Canada

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火曜日, 10月 17, 2023
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Maureen Jensen, OBSI Chair, expressed OBSI’s appreciation for this recognition, stating, “We are deeply honored to have been chosen as the exclusive ombudsman for banking complaints in Canada.

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  • Maureen Jensen, OBSI Chair, expressed OBSI’s appreciation for this recognition, stating, “We are deeply honored to have been chosen as the exclusive ombudsman for banking complaints in Canada.
  • With the consolidation of banking complaint handling under OBSI, the organization will be responsible for providing ombuds services to all federally regulated Canadian banks.
  • OBSI currently has more than 1,500 participating firms, including banks, trust companies, and credit unions, as well as all investment firms across Canada.
  • Canada’s Ombudsman for Banking Services and Investments (OBSI) is a national, independent, not-for-profit organization that helps resolve and reduce disputes between consumers and financial services firms in both official languages.

Banks in Canada Supporting Humanitarian Crisis Appeal

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金曜日, 10月 13, 2023
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The Canadian Red Cross supports the work of Magen David Adom (MDA), Israel's National Society, and the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) as members of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

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  • The Canadian Red Cross supports the work of Magen David Adom (MDA), Israel's National Society, and the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) as members of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
  • Canadians who wish to donate can contribute to the Canadian Red Cross' Middle East Humanitarian Crisis Appeal online at redcross.ca , by calling 1-800-418-1111, or at any branch or online where available from the banks listed below from October 16 to November 3, 2023.
  • Banks in Canada have long supported humanitarian and emergency relief appeals in Canada and internationally to help those affected by conflicts, extreme weather, natural catastrophes and health crises.
  • Banks in Canada understand the desperate need for humanitarian assistance and hope that by encouraging donations and supporting organizations responding to urgent needs, we can help facilitate assistance to those most in need of our help."

Canadian Bankers Association Marks Cyber Security Awareness Month with New Resources to help Canadians

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水曜日, 10月 4, 2023
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TORONTO, Oct. 4, 2023 /CNW/ - The Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) and its member banks encourage Canadians to stay vigilant and learn about cyber safety best practices.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 4, 2023 /CNW/ - The Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) and its member banks encourage Canadians to stay vigilant and learn about cyber safety best practices.
  • In recognition of Cyber Security Awareness Month this October, the CBA is sharing cyber security tips and information aimed at helping Canadians avoid digital scams.
  • "While cyber security is a year-round focus for the banking industry, Cyber Security Awareness Month serves as an important reminder of our shared responsibility in protecting Canadians' personal and financial data," says Anthony G. Ostler, President & CEO, CBA.
  • "We've been participating in Cyber Month since 2006, amplifying our sector's commitment to data and privacy protection, and we're proud to offer new and relevant tools to serve all Canadians."

Banks in Canada Support International Relief Efforts in Morocco and Libya

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水曜日, 9月 13, 2023
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CIBC and Simplii Financial will be donating to the CIBC Foundation's Morocco Earthquake Relief Fund to provide help for those impacted.

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  • CIBC and Simplii Financial will be donating to the CIBC Foundation's Morocco Earthquake Relief Fund to provide help for those impacted.
  • Canadians who wish to donate can contribute to the Canadian Red Cross' Morocco Earthquake Appeal and Libya Floods Appeal online at redcross.ca , by calling 1-800-418-1111, or at any branch or online where available from the banks listed below from September 13 to October 4, 2023.
  • Banks in Canada have long supported humanitarian and emergency relief appeals in Canada and internationally to help those affected by extreme weather, natural catastrophes, health crises and conflicts including most recently in response to wildfires in Alberta , Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada and Northwest Territories and British Columbia .
  • "Canada's banks understand the desperate need for help in Morocco and Libya.

Nominations now being accepted for the 2023 Canadian Banks' Law Enforcement Awards

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水曜日, 8月 23, 2023
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The Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) is now accepting nominations for the 2023 awards from banks and law enforcement agencies in Canada.

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  • The Canadian Bankers Association (CBA) is now accepting nominations for the 2023 awards from banks and law enforcement agencies in Canada.
  • All nominations must be submitted to the CBA by October 31, 2023, and the awards will be presented at the annual summit of the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police next year.
  • Group (Team): This award is presented to sworn members of law enforcement working in a group/taskforce/team investigation involving one or more Canadian banks.
  • Nominations may be submitted by members of law enforcement or bank security personnel.

Banks in Canada Offer Support and Assistance to Canadians Affected by Fires in Northwest Territories and British Columbia

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火曜日, 8月 22, 2023
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HSBC Bank Canada also contributes to the Canadian Red Cross' Emergency Management Program to build resilience and enable the rapid response to disasters and emergencies such as the fires impacting communities in the Northwest Territories and British Columbia.

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  • HSBC Bank Canada also contributes to the Canadian Red Cross' Emergency Management Program to build resilience and enable the rapid response to disasters and emergencies such as the fires impacting communities in the Northwest Territories and British Columbia.
  • Canadians who wish to donate can contribute to the Canadian Red Cross' Northwest Territories Fires Appeal and British Columbia Fires Appeal .
  • Donations may also support communities assisting those impacted, as well as preparedness and risk reduction for future all-hazard disaster events in Northwest Territories and the region, and British Columbia.
  • Canadians in the affected areas who need help with their finances are encouraged to contact their bank for assistance.

Police officers awarded Canadian Banks' Law Enforcement Award for fighting financial crimes

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月曜日, 8月 21, 2023
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The Canadian Bankers Association presented two awards as part of the Canadian Banks' Law Enforcement Award (CBLEA): An Individual Award was presented to Sergeant Benjamin Robinson of the RCMP for facilitating enhanced information sharing between multiple parties involved in combating money laundering in Canada.

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  • The Canadian Bankers Association presented two awards as part of the Canadian Banks' Law Enforcement Award (CBLEA): An Individual Award was presented to Sergeant Benjamin Robinson of the RCMP for facilitating enhanced information sharing between multiple parties involved in combating money laundering in Canada.
  • The awards are being presented at the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police Annual Summit in Ottawa this evening.
  • "These awards are our way of recognizing and celebrating the investigative diligence of police officers and their collaboration with banks to protect Canadians against financial crimes," said Anthony Ostler, President & Chief Executive Officer, Canadian Bankers Association.
  • "Banks work as a team with law enforcement, adopt leading techniques and remain ever vigilant to safeguard bank customers.