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Canada’s unions launch nation’s first-ever virtual lobby week

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Tuesday, November 3, 2020
Income distribution, Labour law, Minimum wage, Socialism, Economy, Articles, Academic disciplines

OTTAWA, Nov. 03, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hundreds of workers from communities across Canada are meeting virtually with their MPs this week, part of the countrys first ever national Action Week, organized by Canadas unions.

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  • OTTAWA, Nov. 03, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hundreds of workers from communities across Canada are meeting virtually with their MPs this week, part of the countrys first ever national Action Week, organized by Canadas unions.
  • Canadas unions are calling on the federal government to disaster-proof the economy .
  • Unions are urging the government to start by implementing its promised $15 minimum wage in federally regulated workplaces.
  • MPs will be hearing directly from their own constituents this week on how they can continue to support working people and their families going forward.

Just in time for the holidays – CAA Insurance Company introduces a $50 relief benefit for Ontario auto insurance policyholders

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Monday, November 2, 2020
Insurance, Types of insurance

THORNHILL, Ontario, Nov. 02, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CAA Insurance Company is introducing a $50 relief benefit for its active auto policies in effect before October 28, 2020.

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  • THORNHILL, Ontario, Nov. 02, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CAA Insurance Company is introducing a $50 relief benefit for its active auto policies in effect before October 28, 2020.
  • As the pandemic continues, so do the financial hardships faced by many households, says Matthew Turack, president of CAA Insurance Company.
  • CAA Insurance was identified as the top insurer, providing the highest percentage of rate relief to its policyholders.
  • For over 40 years, CAA Insurance Company has provided dependable and trustworthy service to protect Canadians and what matters to them.

The Royal Canadian Legion announces 2020-2021 National Silver Cross Mother

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Sunday, November 1, 2020
Military history of Canada, Silver Cross Mother, Royal Canadian Legion, Legion, National War Memorial, Memorial Cross, Military history by country, Government of Canada, Military, Bury, Quebec

OTTAWA, Nov. 01, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion is proud to present this years National Silver Cross Mother, Mrs. Deborah Sullivan of Summerville, New Brunswick.

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  • OTTAWA, Nov. 01, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion is proud to present this years National Silver Cross Mother, Mrs. Deborah Sullivan of Summerville, New Brunswick.
  • The role and symbolism of the National Silver Cross Mother is important to the Legion and to other military families in our country, says Thomas D. Irvine, CD, Dominion President of The Royal Canadian Legion.
  • As the National Silver Cross Mother, Mrs. Sullivan will place a wreath at the National War Memorial in Ottawa on November 11, 2020.
  • The Royal Canadian Legions Provincial Commands and individual Canadians submit nominations for the National Silver Cross Mother each year.

Canada’s unions welcome increased federal immigration targets

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Friday, October 30, 2020
Health, Articles, COVID-19 pandemic, Occupational safety and health, Pandemics, Public Health Emergency of International Concern, Hassan Yussuff, Yussuff, Infectious diseases

For many years, Canadas unions have called on the government to increase immigration targets.

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  • For many years, Canadas unions have called on the government to increase immigration targets.
  • We welcome todays announcement as an important part of our countrys economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, said CLC President Hassan Yussuff.
  • Lockdowns and other measures meant to slow the spread of COVID-19 resulted in a significant shortfall in Canadas immigration numbers this year.
  • Furthermore, there are worker shortages in various sectors across Canada, which necessitate a ramping up of the countrys immigration levels.

Government of Canada Raises Immigration Levels By 50,000 Per Year

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Friday, October 30, 2020
Countries, Demography, International organizations, Immigration, Population, Canada

Ottawa, Oct. 30, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ottawa,October 30, 2020 The Conference Board of Canada Associate Director of Immigration Research Iain Reeve offers the following insights on today's Government of Canada announcement regarding future immigration levels.

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  • Ottawa, Oct. 30, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ottawa,October 30, 2020 The Conference Board of Canada Associate Director of Immigration Research Iain Reeve offers the following insights on today's Government of Canada announcement regarding future immigration levels.
  • Today, the federal government reaffirmed their commitment to immigration as essential for Canadas future prosperity.
  • While the economic effects of lower immigration levels in 2020 are mitigated in the short-term by high levels of unemployment, sustained low immigration would have long-lasting economic consequences.
  • Upcoming Conference Board of Canada research will model the economic implications of the target levels released today, as well as alternative scenarios where immigration is higher or lower than target levels.

The Royal Canadian Legion launches 2020 National Poppy Campaign

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Friday, October 30, 2020
Musicians, Films, Creative works, Military of Canada, Royal Canadian Legion, Poppy, Payette, Irvine, Governor General of Canada, Trolls

OTTAWA, Oct. 30, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A pilot project to introduce new touchless donation boxes, and the lighting of iconic landmarks in Canada are innovations marking the launch of The Royal Canadian Legion National Poppy Campaign this year.

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  • OTTAWA, Oct. 30, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A pilot project to introduce new touchless donation boxes, and the lighting of iconic landmarks in Canada are innovations marking the launch of The Royal Canadian Legion National Poppy Campaign this year.
  • We have more than thirty important partners this year, and traditional donation boxes at 25,000 locations, says Thomas D. Irvine, CD, Dominion President of The Royal Canadian Legion.
  • In honour of Canadas veterans, the CN Tower will glow red on the first day of the National Poppy Campaign.
  • The ceremonial start of the 2020 National Poppy Campaign took place on October 16, with Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor-General of Canada, accepting the First Poppy from Dominion President Thomas D. Irvine.

Media advisory: Canada’s unions hosting virtual Action Week

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Friday, October 30, 2020
Hassan Yussuff, Unifor, Yussuff, Lobbying in the United States

OTTAWA, Oct. 30, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Workers from across Canada will be lobbying MPs next week, in the first large-scale virtual lobbying event since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • OTTAWA, Oct. 30, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Workers from across Canada will be lobbying MPs next week, in the first large-scale virtual lobbying event since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The pandemic exposed deep disparities and vulnerabilities in our economy and society.
  • Workers want the federal government to disaster-proof the economy by committing to investments in job creation, pharmacare and child care, among others.
  • CLC President Hassan Yussuff is available to comment on the Action Week priorities and to discuss the importance of hosting such a large-scale virtual lobbying event, even in the midst of the current crisis.

Ackroo acquires GGGolf

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Friday, October 30, 2020

HAMILTON, Ontario, Oct. 30, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ackroo Inc. (TSX-V: AKR; OTC: AKRFF) (the Company), a loyalty marketing, gift card and payments technology and services provider, is pleased to announce that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Ackroo Canada Inc., has acquired all of the outstanding share capital of 3916715 Canada Inc. (GGGolf) pursuant to a definitive share purchase agreement entered into with GGGolf and its sole shareholder (the Vendor).

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  • HAMILTON, Ontario, Oct. 30, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ackroo Inc. (TSX-V: AKR; OTC: AKRFF) (the Company), a loyalty marketing, gift card and payments technology and services provider, is pleased to announce that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Ackroo Canada Inc., has acquired all of the outstanding share capital of 3916715 Canada Inc. (GGGolf) pursuant to a definitive share purchase agreement entered into with GGGolf and its sole shareholder (the Vendor).
  • GGGolf operates a complete golf management software for private, semi-private and public golf clubs.
  • Expanding into point-of-sale is a key priority for Ackroo, commented Steve Levely, CEO of Ackroo.
  • GGGolf offers a powerful and customizable golf management system, including web and mobile apps for online tee-time bookings across Canada.

Media Invitation: National Capital Commission launching first call to developers for exceptional site in Ottawa

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Friday, October 30, 2020
LeBreton Flats, Procurement, Request for qualifications, Lebreton, RFQ, Ottawa

OTTAWA, Oct. 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Capital Commission (NCC) invites the media to a teleconference briefing on Friday, October 30, 2020, at 1 p.m. EST to discuss the launch of the request for qualifications (RFQ) toward the development of the Library Parcel at LeBreton Flats.

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  • OTTAWA, Oct. 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Capital Commission (NCC) invites the media to a teleconference briefing on Friday, October 30, 2020, at 1 p.m. EST to discuss the launch of the request for qualifications (RFQ) toward the development of the Library Parcel at LeBreton Flats.
  • This media opportunity follows the first call to developers for innovative proposals toward a net-zerocarbon and socially inclusive development of the LeBreton Flats Library Parcel in Canadas Capital.
  • The news release announcing the launch, as well as the RFQ document, will be posted on Friday morning.

Canadian Red Cross kickstarts recruitment campaign to build teams for its ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic

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Thursday, October 29, 2020
International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, Organizations, Canadian Red Cross, International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, Azerbaijan Red Crescent Society, Yemen Red Crescent Society

OTTAWA, Oct. 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Red Cross has launched a nationwide recruitment campaign seeking Canadians who want to make a difference during the COVID-19 pandemic, and beyond.

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  • OTTAWA, Oct. 29, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Red Cross has launched a nationwide recruitment campaign seeking Canadians who want to make a difference during the COVID-19 pandemic, and beyond.
  • The Canadian Red Cross is hiring for a variety of roles as it continues to build care teams to work in many areas across the country.
  • Red Cross personnel is currently providing essential personal care services and assisting with daily living activities of seniors residing in LTC.
  • As a member of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement which is made up of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, the International Committee of the Red Cross and 192 national Red Cross and Red Crescent societies the Canadian Red Cross is dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable people by mobilizing the power of humanity in Canada and throughout the world.