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Jazz honoured with Indigenous Reconciliation award from Government of Canada

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Thursday, November 23, 2023

HALIFAX, NS, Nov. 23, 2023 /CNW/ - Chorus Aviation Inc. ('Chorus') (TSX: CHR) is pleased to announce that its subsidiary Jazz Aviation LP ('Jazz') has received an inaugural year Indigenous Reconciliation award from the Government of Canada's Employment Equity Achievement Awards on November 22, 2023.

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  • HALIFAX, NS, Nov. 23, 2023 /CNW/ - Chorus Aviation Inc. ('Chorus') (TSX: CHR) is pleased to announce that its subsidiary Jazz Aviation LP ('Jazz') has received an inaugural year Indigenous Reconciliation award from the Government of Canada's Employment Equity Achievement Awards on November 22, 2023.
  • The Indigenous Reconciliation award recognizes employers who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.
  • "Jazz is proud to have an employee base that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve," said Randolph deGooyer, President, Jazz.
  • "This is outstanding recognition for Jazz and an honour to be included in the inaugural class of award recipients for Indigenous reconciliation," said Colin Copp, President and Chief Executive Officer, Chorus.

Ram Truck Brand Reveals Highly Anticipated All-new, All-electric Ram 1500 REV in 60-Second 'Premature Electrification' Big Game Commercial, Opens Up Online Reservations

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Sunday, February 12, 2023

"The Ram brand has redefined the pickup truck segment before, and will once again with its all-new Ram 1500 REV," said Mike Koval Jr., Ram brand CEO – Stellantis.

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  • "The Ram brand has redefined the pickup truck segment before, and will once again with its all-new Ram 1500 REV," said Mike Koval Jr., Ram brand CEO – Stellantis.
  • With reservations opening for a place in line to pre-order the all-electric Ram 1500 REV today, it is paramount for the brand that Ram 1500 REV buyers have the same level of confidence in their Ram truck purchase that they've always held for the brand.
  • In addition to the debut of the all-new, all-electric Ram 1500 REV, the Ram brand kicked off the Rev Insider+ paid membership program.
  • With the first appearance of the all-new, all-electric Ram 1500 REV, "Premature Electrification" continues the Ram Truck brand's electrified journey, redefining the pickup truck segment.

Avelo Airlines New Orlando Base Takes Flight

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Thursday, June 30, 2022

ORLANDO, Fla., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Avelo Airlines opened its third U.S. base today at Orlando International Airport (MCO) — setting the stage for significant travel, employment and economic impact opportunities for Central Florida. 

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  • Avelo Airlines Chairman and CEO Andrew Levysaid, "Our new base will enable Avelo to serve more destinations, add more flights, operate more airplanes, fly more Customers and employ more Crewmembers in Orlando.
  • Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyersaid, "The expansion of air service is vital to our community and economy and that is why Orlando is honored that Avelo Airlines has chosen Orlando International Airport as its third U.S. base.
  • With the opening of its MCO base today, Avelo now serves three popular nonstop destinations from Orlando.
  • With the opening of its Orlando base, Avelo now flies to HVN up to three times per day.

Frontier Welcomes Support from Association of Flight Attendants for Spirit Transaction

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Tuesday, May 17, 2022

In a separate press release, the AFA, which represents Frontier and Spirit Flight Attendants, announced that it has reached an agreement with Frontier for a Merger Transition Agreement with job, seniority, and contract protections affirmed for Spirit and Frontier Flight Attendants.

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  • In a separate press release, the AFA, which represents Frontier and Spirit Flight Attendants, announced that it has reached an agreement with Frontier for a Merger Transition Agreement with job, seniority, and contract protections affirmed for Spirit and Frontier Flight Attendants.
  • We are grateful to the AFA for its support of Frontiers pending transaction with Spirit," said Barry Biffle, President and CEO of Frontier.
  • We have the greatest Flight Attendants in the world and are pleased that the AFA recognizes the value this transaction will create for them and all of our stakeholders.
  • We appreciate all of our Flight Attendants for their hard work and commitment, especially over the past few unprecedented years.

Wyndham and Lauren Lane Team Up to Celebrate International Flight Attendant Day, Surprising and Delighting Attendants with Gift Cards and Free Hotel Stays

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Tuesday, May 17, 2022

PARSIPPANY, N.J., May 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Unruly passengers. Oversold flights. Weather delays. In any given year, flight attendants see and deal with it all. Now, just ahead of the busy summer travel season, Wyndham®—the namesake brand of the world's largest hotel franchising company—is looking to show its appreciation for aviation's first responders with the brand's new "Extra Mile" initiative.

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  • Created in collaboration with TV personality and former flight attendant, Lauren Lane, on May 31, 2022International Flight Attendant DayWyndham will celebrate attendants as they check-in at select hotels across the U.S., surprising and delighting them with $10 gift cards to popular retailers like Starbucks and Amazon, while others will receive a free weekend stay at the Wyndham hotel of their choice.
  • All gifts will be awarded in the form of Wyndham Rewards points, with 1,000 gifts slated to be given away.
  • Cards are available upon request and gifting is at the discretion of each hotel's management team while supplies are available.
  • Count on Wyndham to give travelers what they really need out of a hotel stay: a great night's sleep.

Avelo Airlines Soars into Second Year with New Base and Routes

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

ORLANDO, Fla., April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As Avelo Airlines soars into its second year, the airline announced today it is adding a third base, five new East Coast routes and a new integrated state-of-the-art Flight Crew training program.

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  • Avelo Airlines Founder, Chairman and CEO Andrew Levy said, "Avelo is poised for continued growth as we add more planes, more Crewmembers, more destinations and more bases including our new base in Orlando.
  • Avelo anticipates that over time its MCO base will contribute tens of millions of dollars in positive economic impact.
  • Wilmington, NC: Beginning July 1, 2022, Avelo will begin service three days per week to Wilmington International Airport (ILM) utilizing 737-700 aircraft.
  • MCO-Based Aircraft:Over the summer, Avelo will initially take delivery of and base two Boeing Next-Generation (NG) 737s at MCO.

HBO Max joins Verizon’s +play

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022

We are thrilled to have HBO Max join as the latest streaming partner to +play, said Erin McPherson, chief content officer for Verizon Consumer Group.

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  • We are thrilled to have HBO Max join as the latest streaming partner to +play, said Erin McPherson, chief content officer for Verizon Consumer Group.
  • Stay tuned for even more customer-centric innovation in the streaming space with partners like HBO Max on +play.
  • With HBO Max, we aspire to deliver high-quality entertainment to audiences however and wherever they want to watch it, and this partnership with Verizon to feature HBO Max as a partner for its +play offering is a great, simplified way to do just that, said Jennifer Mirgorod, head of partner management and partner marketing for HBO Max.
  • Were excited for the launch and for Verizon customers to easily access their HBO Max subscription and dive into their favorite content.

Spirit's ATL Guests Seeing Shorter Check-in Queues Due to New Innovative Self-Service and Biometric Options

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022

ATLANTA, March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spirit Airlines (NYSE:SAVE) today unveiled the "Best Airport Innovation" of 2021 is now in operation at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and is already streamlining the check-in experience. Spirit's Guests at ATL are seeing shorter check-in times thanks to Spirit's automated self-bag drop with biometric photo-matching system, which represents a new paradigm for the U.S. airline industry.

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  • Spirit's Guests at ATL are seeing shorter check-in times thanks to Spirit's automated self-bag drop with biometric photo-matching system, which represents a new paradigm for the U.S. airline industry.
  • The machines are equipped with a biometric photo-matching system that compares a scan of government-issued identification with a photo of the Guest for verification.
  • Spirit developed the nation's first biometric photo-matching solution for domestic air travel in 2019 with its partner Materna Intelligent Passenger Solutions (IPS) North America .
  • Guests are advised of the biometric option after scanning their boarding pass at the self-bag drop unit.

HBO Max Unveils Its Streaming Platform Ahead of Launch in Europe

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Tuesday, October 5, 2021

HBO Max, WarnerMedias direct-to-consumer streaming platform, today unveiled its SVOD service at a virtual launch event.

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  • HBO Max, WarnerMedias direct-to-consumer streaming platform, today unveiled its SVOD service at a virtual launch event.
  • HBO Max will also launch in seven additional countries next year, including the Netherlands, Turkey, Greece, Iceland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.
  • HBO Max is coming to Europe, bringing with it the best films and TV from 100 years of Warner Bros. together with HBO, Max Originals, DC and Cartoon Network, said Johannes Larcher, Head of HBO Max International.
  • We are delighted to be bringing HBO Max to Europe for fans and customers to enjoy, said Christina Sulebakk, General Manager, HBO Max EMEA.

Olivia Colman, Kaley Cuoco, Kerry Washington and Mindy Kaling Shine in De Beers Jewellers at the 73rd Emmy Awards

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Monday, September 20, 2021

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Diamonds from De Beers Jewellers shined on Olivia Colman, Kaley Coco, Kerry Washington and Mindy Kaling at the live and in-person 2021 Emmy Awards held at the L.A. Live's Event Deck in Los Angeles, CA.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Diamonds from De Beers Jewellers shined on Olivia Colman, Kaley Coco, Kerry Washington and Mindy Kaling at the live and in-person 2021 Emmy Awards held at the L.A. Live's Event Deck in Los Angeles, CA.
  • Actor, double nominee for The Flight Attendant, and presenter Kaley Cuoco walked the red carpet in a vibrant yellow gown wearing delicate and whimsical diamond jewelry.
  • Actor Kerry Washington presented the Emmy award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series, wearing natural and responsibly sourced diamonds to accompany her gorgeous silver gown.
  • For more on De Beers Group's Building Forever goals, visit: https://www.debeersgroup.com/sustainability-and-ethics
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