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Fraser Institute News Release: Despite progress, Ottawa can do much more to promote success of permanent immigrant workers

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

“As Ottawa increases immigration targets, government policies can do more to increase the ability of immigrant workers to more fully contribute to the economy,” said Jock Finlayson, senior fellow at the Fraser Institute and co-author of Enhancing the Labour Market Outcomes of Immigrants to Canada.

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  • “As Ottawa increases immigration targets, government policies can do more to increase the ability of immigrant workers to more fully contribute to the economy,” said Jock Finlayson, senior fellow at the Fraser Institute and co-author of Enhancing the Labour Market Outcomes of Immigrants to Canada.
  • In 2022, 437,000 permanent immigrants came to Canada, the largest number in a single year in Canadian history.
  • According to the federal government’s immigration plan, that number will rise to 465,000 in 2023, 485,000 in 2024 and 500,000 in 2025.
  • The government should enact policies that promote higher employment rates and increased labour productivity among permanent immigrant workers (also known as economic immigrants) including:
    “If the federal government wants to improve the employment outcomes of permanent immigrant workers, it must enact targeted reforms,” said Steven Globerman, study co-author and senior fellow at the Fraser Institute.

Missouri State University Sophomore Awarded $10,000 Wilshire Quinn Musical Arts Scholarship

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Friday, August 25, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wilshire Quinn Capital, Inc. proudly announces Sanjana Dhanasekaran, a 20-year-old pianist, as the recipient of this year's $10,000 Wilshire Quinn Musical Arts Scholarship.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wilshire Quinn Capital, Inc. proudly announces Sanjana Dhanasekaran, a 20-year-old pianist, as the recipient of this year's $10,000 Wilshire Quinn Musical Arts Scholarship.
  • Wilshire Quinn will apply the funds to her enrollment as a sophomore at Missouri State University in Springfield, Missouri.
  • Wilshire Quinn saw a remarkable pool of talented applicants this year who submitted personal statements and videos showcasing their musical skill.
  • Now entering her sophomore year at Missouri State University, Ms. Dhanasekaran plans to continue fortifying her education and musical passion for piano through her major of piano performance under Missouri State's Department of Music.

Statement by the Prime Minister on the passing of Keith Spicer

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

OTTAWA, ON , Aug. 24, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the passing of Canada's first Commissioner of Official Languages, Keith Spicer:

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  • OTTAWA, ON , Aug. 24, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the passing of Canada's first Commissioner of Official Languages, Keith Spicer:
    "It is with a heavy heart that I join Canadians in mourning the passing of Canada's first Commissioner of Official Languages, Keith Spicer.
  • "Raised in a unilingual English Canadian family in Toronto, Ontario, Mr. Spicer dedicated his life to promoting bilingualism and advocating for French in Canadian institutions and media.
  • A respected academic and public servant, he started his career teaching at the University of Ottawa in the early 1960s and was a researcher on bilingualism and biculturalism.
  • "In 1970, M. Spicer was appointed as Canada's first Commissioner of Official Languages.

New Research Puts a Multi-Billion Price Tag on Failure to Improve Children’s Health in Canada

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

“Pandemic restrictions have lifted and the recent acute pediatric crisis has waned, but the impacts will be felt for years to come.

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  • “Pandemic restrictions have lifted and the recent acute pediatric crisis has waned, but the impacts will be felt for years to come.
  • The research involves a multi-disciplinary team from the University of Calgary and the University of Toronto, including the faculties of Social Work, Public Policy, Health, Education and Economics.
  • Vivic Research, an economic consulting firm dedicated to advocating for social justice with data-driven research, partnered on the economic analysis of the social return on investment in children’s health.
  • Children First Canada graciously recognizes the support of the Public Health Agency of Canada, MITACS, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), CHEO, and the IWK for making this report possible.

HGC and Telehouse Vietnam Jointly Deliver EdgeX by HGC

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Monday, May 15, 2023

HONG KONG, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HGC Global Communications Limited (HGC), a fully-fledged ICT service provider and network operator with extensive global coverage, and Telehouse Vietnam, a globally premier ICT solutions provider, sign the Joint Marketing Agreement to deliver EdgeX by HGC in the Vietnam market as part of strategy to implement EdgeX by HGC in Asia to support the emerging economies.

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  • HONG KONG, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HGC Global Communications Limited (HGC), a fully-fledged ICT service provider and network operator with extensive global coverage, and Telehouse Vietnam, a globally premier ICT solutions provider, sign the Joint Marketing Agreement to deliver EdgeX by HGC in the Vietnam market as part of strategy to implement EdgeX by HGC in Asia to support the emerging economies.
  • Through bringing the EdgeX infrastructure to Hanoi with Telehouse Vietnam, HGC further its presence in the country by extending its efficient services to the North since the first launch of EdgeX by HGC in Ho Chi Minh City last year.
  • Companies inside the OTT ecosystem in Hanoi can now enjoy an uplifted digital experience through EdgeX by HGC together promoted with Telehouse Vietnam.
  • EdgeX by HGC with its flagship Eyeball-as-a-Service (EaaS) can deliver ultra low-latency and secured connectivity with resilience to enhance end user experience of OTTs, content providers, gaming applications and streaming services.

HGC and Telehouse Vietnam Jointly Deliver EdgeX by HGC

Retrieved on: 
Monday, May 15, 2023

HONG KONG, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HGC Global Communications Limited (HGC), a fully-fledged ICT service provider and network operator with extensive global coverage, and Telehouse Vietnam, a globally premier ICT solutions provider, sign the Joint Marketing Agreement to deliver EdgeX by HGC in the Vietnam market as part of strategy to implement EdgeX by HGC in Asia to support the emerging economies.

Key Points: 
  • HONG KONG, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HGC Global Communications Limited (HGC), a fully-fledged ICT service provider and network operator with extensive global coverage, and Telehouse Vietnam, a globally premier ICT solutions provider, sign the Joint Marketing Agreement to deliver EdgeX by HGC in the Vietnam market as part of strategy to implement EdgeX by HGC in Asia to support the emerging economies.
  • Through bringing the EdgeX infrastructure to Hanoi with Telehouse Vietnam, HGC further its presence in the country by extending its efficient services to the North since the first launch of EdgeX by HGC in Ho Chi Minh City last year.
  • Companies inside the OTT ecosystem in Hanoi can now enjoy an uplifted digital experience through EdgeX by HGC together promoted with Telehouse Vietnam.
  • EdgeX by HGC with its flagship Eyeball-as-a-Service (EaaS) can deliver ultra low-latency and secured connectivity with resilience to enhance end user experience of OTTs, content providers, gaming applications and streaming services.

1Q23 Results: Telefônica Brasil S.A.

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Postpaid Revenue and Prepaid Revenue grew on an annual comparison +15.4% and +18.0% respectively.

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  • Postpaid Revenue and Prepaid Revenue grew on an annual comparison +15.4% and +18.0% respectively.
  • These increases were driven by the expansion of the customer base, annual price readjustments and churn in historic low levels.
  • Customer base totaled 112 million accesses (12.3% YoY) of which 98 million were mobile accesses (+14.9% YoY).
  • Net income grew 11.3% compared to the same period of last year, reaching R$835 million in 1Q23.

C3ntro Telecom consolidates its Voice, Messaging, Traffic Management and DID solutions into a single division called C3ntro Global

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

MEXICO CITY, May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- C3ntro Telecom, one of the largest telecom groups in Latin America, is excited to announce the consolidation of its main international services of Voice, SMS, Traffic Management and DIDs, into a single division called C3ntro Global. Positioning itself as a strategic one-stop-shop for carriers, operators, OTTs and CPaaS providers throughout the world.

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  • MEXICO CITY, May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- C3ntro Telecom, one of the largest telecom groups in Latin America, is excited to announce the consolidation of its main international services of Voice, SMS, Traffic Management and DIDs, into a single division called C3ntro Global.
  • To lead this new venture, C3ntro Global is proud to also announce the appointment of Abraham Smeke as its new CEO.
  • Under Mr. Smeke's leadership, C3ntro Global is well positioned to meet the needs of its customers and take advantage of the many opportunities in the rapidly evolving telecom industry.
  • We are confident that his vision, leadership, and strategic thinking will help C3ntro Global become the leading provider of integrated telecom solutions in Latin America and beyond.

C3ntro Telecom consolidates its Voice, Messaging, Traffic Management and DID solutions into a single division called C3ntro Global

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, May 9, 2023

MEXICO CITY, May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- C3ntro Telecom, one of the largest telecom groups in Latin America, is excited to announce the consolidation of its main international services of Voice, SMS, Traffic Management and DIDs, into a single division called C3ntro Global. Positioning itself as a strategic one-stop-shop for carriers, operators, OTTs and CPaaS providers throughout the world.

Key Points: 
  • MEXICO CITY, May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- C3ntro Telecom, one of the largest telecom groups in Latin America, is excited to announce the consolidation of its main international services of Voice, SMS, Traffic Management and DIDs, into a single division called C3ntro Global.
  • To lead this new venture, C3ntro Global is proud to also announce the appointment of Abraham Smeke as its new CEO.
  • Under Mr. Smeke's leadership, C3ntro Global is well positioned to meet the needs of its customers and take advantage of the many opportunities in the rapidly evolving telecom industry.
  • We are confident that his vision, leadership, and strategic thinking will help C3ntro Global become the leading provider of integrated telecom solutions in Latin America and beyond.

Harbor Peak Breaks Ground on a New Fiber Conduit System Connecting Data Centers Throughout Ashburn, Virginia

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Initially announced in January , the Harbor Peak project sets out to bring a seven-mile, multi-duct fiber cable system to facilities throughout Ashburn’s Data Center Alley.

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  • Initially announced in January , the Harbor Peak project sets out to bring a seven-mile, multi-duct fiber cable system to facilities throughout Ashburn’s Data Center Alley.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Harbor Peak conduit and fiber ring is designed to address the ongoing data center interconnection needs in the burgeoning Northern Virginia market.
  • The planned route features conduit for fiber optic cables to enable multi-path, high-speed connectivity, with initial availability of at least 864 count fiber.
  • “We at Harbor Peak are thrilled to get construction for this venture underway in Ashburn,” comments Felix Dialoiso, Founder and CEO of Harbor Link , a partner in Harbor Peak.