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Government of Canada announces support for innovative solutions to address labour challenges in the agriculture and agri-food sector

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Friday, April 5, 2024

These companies have developed ideas to address challenges such as work productivity, labour shortages, and operational efficiency.

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These companies have developed ideas to address challenges such as work productivity, labour shortages, and operational efficiency.
- The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food
"Through the Innovative Solutions Canada program, our government empowers SMEs to drive innovation and solve challenges.
Our government supports these efforts through Innovative Solutions Canada, assisting small and medium-sized Canadian businesses in developing new inventions that are crucial for the sector.
We are grateful to the Innovative Solutions Canada Program and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada for their support to develop a market ready solution which we can pioneer in Canada."

CCC, U.S. Army sign agreement for ramp-up in ammunition production

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Monday, March 25, 2024

National security, UCA, Partnership, DFARS, DND, General Dynamics, CCC, Arms industry

The agreement will help address the growing requirements to meet the U.S. and allied commitments to Ukraine and strengthens the resiliency of the integrated Canada-U.S. defence supply chain.

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The agreement will help address the growing requirements to meet the U.S. and allied commitments to Ukraine and strengthens the resiliency of the integrated Canada-U.S. defence supply chain.
Ukraine’s war effort depends heavily on 155mm artillery rounds supplied by Canada, the United States, and other allies.
This agreement underscores the profound interdependence of the US-Canada supply chain and highlights bilateral collaboration aimed at enhancing industrial capacity within the ammunition industry.
Under the Canada-U.S. Defence Production Sharing Agreement and DFARS 225.870, CCC acts as the designated contracting authority for U.S. DoD procurements from Canada.

Bitfarms Announces CEO Transition

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Monday, March 25, 2024

Bitcoin, Growth, History, News, Paul Morphy, Management

TORONTO, Ontario and BROSSARD, Québec, March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitfarms Ltd. (NASDAQ/TSX: BITF), a global vertically integrated Bitcoin mining company, today announces a CEO transition. L. Geoffrey Morphy, President, Chief Executive Officer and Director, will be departing upon completion of an executive search and will lead the Company during the interim. Mr. Morphy will continue to focus on our corporate growth strategy, ensuring execution towards our growth targets and a smooth transition of leadership. The Board has formed a CEO search committee of independent directors that will act expeditiously with an identified executive search firm.

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TORONTO, Ontario and BROSSARD, Québec, March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitfarms Ltd. (NASDAQ/TSX: BITF), a global vertically integrated Bitcoin mining company, today announces a CEO transition.
Mr. Morphy will continue to focus on our corporate growth strategy, ensuring execution towards our growth targets and a smooth transition of leadership.
The Board has formed a CEO search committee of independent directors that will act expeditiously with an identified executive search firm.
Morphy has been an integral part of the Company's success, and it is due to his stewardship that the Company is now opportunely poised for this CEO transition.

Elevating the Culinary Scene: Introducing the Next Evolution of Lightspeed Restaurant in Quebec

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Monday, March 25, 2024

POS, Growth, Head, Manoir Richelieu, TSX, La Malbaie, Restaurant, Retail

In the backdrop of a challenging period for Quebec’s restaurant industry, marked by significant financial pressures and operational hurdles, Lightspeed Restaurant emerges as a pivotal solution.

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In the backdrop of a challenging period for Quebec’s restaurant industry, marked by significant financial pressures and operational hurdles, Lightspeed Restaurant emerges as a pivotal solution.
Insights from The Quebec Restaurant Association's insights reveal a tough landscape, with noticeable downturns and increasing operational costs in 2023.
Regarded globally, Lightspeed Restaurant is trusted and engineered for complex, multi-location businesses around the world.
Lightspeed Restaurant is currently available in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Germany and Australia.

Elevating the Culinary Scene: Introducing the Next Evolution of Lightspeed Restaurant in Quebec

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Monday, March 25, 2024

POS, Growth, Head, Manoir Richelieu, TSX, La Malbaie, Restaurant, Retail

In the backdrop of a challenging period for Quebec’s restaurant industry, marked by significant financial pressures and operational hurdles, Lightspeed Restaurant emerges as a pivotal solution.

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In the backdrop of a challenging period for Quebec’s restaurant industry, marked by significant financial pressures and operational hurdles, Lightspeed Restaurant emerges as a pivotal solution.
Insights from The Quebec Restaurant Association's insights reveal a tough landscape, with noticeable downturns and increasing operational costs in 2023.
Regarded globally, Lightspeed Restaurant is trusted and engineered for complex, multi-location businesses around the world.
Lightspeed Restaurant is currently available in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Germany and Australia.

HAG Advances with Key Project Milestones: A Leap Forward in Bitcoin Mining

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Saturday, March 23, 2024

INX, S21, Growth, HAG, Security token, Cryptocurrency

These advancements highlight HAG's commitment to setting new benchmarks in transparency and value for investors in the Bitcoin mining domain.

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These advancements highlight HAG's commitment to setting new benchmarks in transparency and value for investors in the Bitcoin mining domain.
The deployment of S21 mining machines in a US-based facility on February 1st marked HAG's official entry into Bitcoin mining.
The distribution of 0.75143226 WBTC is a clear indicator of HAG's efforts to democratize access to Bitcoin mining profits and enhance investor value.
HAG's innovative approach to Bitcoin mining, coupled with the sector's burgeoning growth, showcases the vast potential lying ahead.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of Argo Blockchain plc - ARBK

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Saturday, March 23, 2024

Prior, Sale, LLP, News, Argo, Mirabel, Quebec, Pomerantz

NEW YORK, March 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Argo Blockchain plc (“Argo” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: ARBK).

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NEW YORK, March 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Argo Blockchain plc (“Argo” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: ARBK).
The investigation concerns whether Argo and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions.
The Firm has recovered billions of dollars in damages awards on behalf of class members.

Members Mobile Launches Regulation Crowdfunding Campaign on Netcapital

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Friday, March 22, 2024

Partnership, Credit union, Mobile virtual network operator, MVNE, MVNO, Bank

Members Mobile is excited to announce the launch of its Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg-CF) campaign on Netcapital.

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Members Mobile is excited to announce the launch of its Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg-CF) campaign on Netcapital.
As the first Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) of its kind, Members Mobile offers a comprehensive solution transcending traditional mobile phone service offerings.
Members Mobile is poised to capitalize on the mobile phone service industry by targeting 131 million credit union members nationwide.
In partnership with Lone Star Credit Union, One Nevada Credit Union, Great Lakes Credit Union, Msufcu, and Skyline Financial Federal Credit Union.

Milestone Pharmaceuticals Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results and Provides Regulatory and Corporate Update

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

MONTREAL and CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Milestone Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: MIST) today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2023 and provided a regulatory and corporate update.

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- FDA reiterated prior guidance on regulatory pathway for AFib-RVR, End of Phase 2 Meeting expected mid-2024
MONTREAL and CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Milestone Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: MIST) today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2023 and provided a regulatory and corporate update.
There was no revenue recorded for the fourth quarter of 2023, compared with $3.5 million the fourth quarter of 2022.
Commercial expense for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $5.0 million, compared with $2.6 million for the prior year period.
For the fourth quarter of 2023, net loss was $13.6 million, compared to $13.2 million for the prior year period.

Brandt Expands Material Handling Footprint Across Canada With Addition of Doosan Bobcat Line

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

Certification, JLG, Atlantic Canada, Warehouse

REGINA, Saskatchewan, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian customers looking for warehouse and material handling equipment now have access to more products, more parts, and top-tier service through Brandt. The company is building on their steadfast commitment to customers in the material handling sector by offering Doosan Bobcat material handling equipment, parts, and service at Brandt locations across Canada.

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The company is building on their steadfast commitment to customers in the material handling sector by offering Doosan Bobcat material handling equipment, parts, and service at Brandt locations across Canada.
Over the past 10 years, Doosan Bobcat Material Handling has been the fastest growing forklift brand in the U.S.A., and Brandt looks forward to continuing that trajectory in the Canadian market.
Previously available at Brandt locations in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Atlantic Canada, material handling products are now available in their Ontario, Quebec, and Manitoba dealerships as well, cementing Brandt as the largest Bobcat Material Handling dealer in North America.
Moving forward, Brandt will add dedicated dealerships and material handling centres of excellence with a focus on major metro markets.