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TELUS breaks ground in Wood Buffalo, investing $21 million on PureFibre network

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Thursday, June 9, 2022

WOOD BUFFALO, Alberta, June 09, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TELUS is beginning construction this summer working with the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) to connect several rural communities directly to the TELUS PureFibre network, anticipating that more than 90% of homes and businesses within the footprint will be connected by the end of 2023. TELUS and the RMWB are investing $21 million to complete this network infrastructure, connecting residents and businesses in Anzac, Chipewyan Prairie First Nation, Conklin Métis, Draper, Fort McKay First Nation, Fort McKay Métis, Fort McMurray First Nation, Gregoire Lake Estates, Janvier Métis, and Willow Lake Métis directly to gigabit Internet speeds while expanding cellular coverage throughout the region. Through this collaboration, the RMWB is contributing $13.2M to the project, representing one of the single largest partnerships between TELUS and a municipality to expand connectivity. This project is part of TELUS’ investment of $17 billion in network infrastructure, operations, and spectrum across Alberta over the next four years, and commitment to investing $70 billion overall across Canada by 2026.

Key Points: 
  • This $21 million investment in Wood Buffalo is a true demonstration of TELUS long-standing commitment to improving the lives of Canadians by connecting communities from coast-to-coast with our global-leading wireless PureFibre network, said Darren Entwistle, President and CEO of TELUS.
  • A 100 per cent pure fibre-to-the-home network means that every part of the TELUS PureFibre network is built with state-of-the-art fibre optics, right up to the connection point at the home or business, ensuring customers have the fastest most capable network available.
  • With the only true all fibre network in Western Canada, TELUS delivers the best network performance available anywhere in the world, including the fastest upload and download speeds.
  • Through connection to the PureFibre network, TELUS is opening doors to community members who will have increased opportunities for online training/education, improved healthcare & cultural programming, and economic opportunities.

TELUS empowers Canadian businesses with $1M recommitment to #StandWithOwners

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Tuesday, June 7, 2022

Small businesses are the heart of our communities; they bring character to our neighbourhoods and play a pivotal role in driving our economy forward, said Navin Arora, Executive Vice-president, TELUS and President, TELUS Business Solutions.

Key Points: 
  • Small businesses are the heart of our communities; they bring character to our neighbourhoods and play a pivotal role in driving our economy forward, said Navin Arora, Executive Vice-president, TELUS and President, TELUS Business Solutions.
  • TELUS has always been a proud supporter of Canadian business and we work hard to empower these owners to grow and achieve even more success.
  • Our powerful and world leading networks and technology help owners meet increasing demands while staying connected to their businesses, teams, families and communities.
  • TELUS has a longstanding history of championing Canadian businesses and entrepreneurship with over a decade of support in annual grants, local advertising and mentorship to businesses through #StandWithOwners, and previously, the Small Business Challenge and TELUS Pitch.

TELUS invests $10 million to roll out its PureFibre network in Chaudière-Appalaches

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Thursday, June 2, 2022

SAINTE-MARIE, Quebec, June 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, TELUS announces a $10 million private investment for its network infrastructure in the Chaudière-Appalaches region this year, rolling out its PureFibre network to 10 communities in Beauce-Sartigan, Bellechasse, Lotbinière, Montmagny and Nouvelle-Beauce RCMs (Regional County Municipality). The investment is paired with more than $13 million from the Canadian and Quebec governments in 2021 and 2022 as part of the Operation High-Speed program (Éclair I component). It will bridge the digital divide by fostering digital innovation in local businesses, promoting the tourism industry, attracting young workers and families, and accelerating the development of virtual services in health and education.

Key Points: 
  • PureFibre offers ultra-fast symmetrical speeds along with nearly infinite bandwidth so everyone can work, stream, game or make video calls at the same time.
  • TELUS Mobility for Good and TELUS Internet for Good programs also provide low-cost services to vulnerable youth, seniors, families and people with disabilities.
  • They will be able to experience 5G and PureFibre thanks to TELUS investments for better connectivity.
  • The arrival of high speed Internet through the TELUS PureFibre network will give everyone access to the worlds fastest technology.

TELUS receives approval for renewal of normal course issuer bid

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Thursday, June 2, 2022

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TELUS Corporation (TELUS) has received approval from the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) for a new normal course issuer bid (2022 NCIB) to purchase and cancel, when and if considered advisable, up to C$250 million in shares over the 12 months commencing on June 6, 2022.

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TELUS Corporation (TELUS) has received approval from the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) for a new normal course issuer bid (2022 NCIB) to purchase and cancel, when and if considered advisable, up to C$250 million in shares over the 12 months commencing on June 6, 2022.
  • Shares purchased through the facilities of the TSX, NYSE or alternative Canadian trading systems will be purchased at market price.
  • TELUS may enter into automatic share purchase plans (ASPP) with a broker to permit TELUS to purchase shares under its 2022 NCIB during internal blackout periods.
  • For more information about TELUS, please visit telus.com, follow us @TELUSNews on Twitter and @Darren_Entwistle on Instagram.

Everest Group Unveils 8th Annual Business Process Services Top 50

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022

DALLAS, June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Everest Group today released the eighth annual edition of "The Everest Group BPS Top 50™," a ranking of the world's largest third-party providers of business process services (BPS). The list was launched in 2015 as the first of its kind for the global industry, which is now valued at more than US$225 billion. The ranking is based on 2021 revenues and year-on-year growth.

Key Points: 
  • Today BPS permeates the entire business process value chain, addressing a wide variety of business objectives.
  • Some are pure-play BPS providers, while others offer business services as part of a broader portfolio (including IT services, consulting, technology products, etc.).
  • Everest Group is a research firm focused on strategic IT, business services, engineering services, and sourcing.
  • Clients use our services to guide their journeys to maximize operational and financial performance, transform experiences, and realize high-impact business outcomes.

TELUS invests $8 million to roll out PureFibre and 5G networks in Minganie

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Thursday, May 26, 2022

HAVRE-SAINT-PIERRE, Quebec, May 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, TELUS announces an $8 million private investment in the North Shore region this year, rolling out its PureFibre and 5G networks in the Innu community of Ekuanitshit and the municipalities of Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan and Port-Menier. This investment is paired with nearly $3 million from the Canadian and Quebec governments as part of the Operation High Speed program (Éclair I component), and will bridge the digital divide by fostering digital innovation in local businesses, stopping rural depopulation of young people, promoting Innu culture and the tourism industry, and accelerating the development of virtual services in health and education.

Key Points: 
  • Today, broadband connectivity is more than a commodity: it is necessary to our work, entertainment, education and access to improved healthcare.
  • PureFibre offers ultra-fast symmetrical speeds along with nearly infinite bandwidth so everyone can work, stream, game, or make video calls at the same time.
  • Construction of new wireless sites in Ekuanitshit and Port-Menier for expanded 5G coverage in the Minganie region.
  • TELUS Mobility and TELUS Internet for Good programs also provide low-cost services to vulnerable youth, seniors, families, or people with disabilities.

TELUS invests $20 million to roll out PureFibre and 5G networks in the Lower St. Lawrence

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Thursday, May 26, 2022

RIMOUSKI, Quebec, May 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, TELUS announces a $20 million private investment in the Lower St. Lawrence region for a new wireless site in Saint-Damase and the rollout of its PureFibre network in the communities of Saint-Mathieu-Rioux and Lac-des-Aigles, and in the Lac Taché sector of Rimouski's ZEC (Controlled Development Zone). The investment is paired with $1.8 million from the Canadian and Quebec governments as part of the Operation High Speed program (Éclair I component), and will bridge the digital divide by fostering digital innovation in local businesses, promoting the tourism industry, attracting young workers and families, and accelerating the development of virtual services in health and education.

Key Points: 
  • PureFibre offers ultra-fast symmetrical speeds along with nearly infinite bandwidth so everyone can work, stream, game, or make video calls at the same time.
  • TELUS Mobility and TELUS Internet for Good programs also provide low-cost services to vulnerable youth, seniors, families, and people with disabilities.
  • "Each improvement in connectivity in the region represents a concrete step towards a more prosperous and dynamic Lower St. Lawrence.
  • "With the 5G rollout in 2021 and the arrival of optic fibre this year, our community is on a roll.

TELUS International reports voting results from its annual general meeting

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

As indicated in the Companys 2022 information circular, with the completion of the shareholders annual general meeting, Darren Entwistle will serve as the Chair of the Board of Directors.

Key Points: 
  • As indicated in the Companys 2022 information circular, with the completion of the shareholders annual general meeting, Darren Entwistle will serve as the Chair of the Board of Directors.
  • TELUS International (NYSE & TSX: TIXT) designs, builds and delivers next-generation digital solutions to enhance the customer experience (CX) for global and disruptive brands.
  • The companys services support the full lifecycle of its clients digital transformation journeys, enabling them to more quickly embrace next-generation digital technologies to deliver better business outcomes.
  • Five TELUS International Community Boards have provided $4.7 million in funding to grassroots charitable organizations since 2011.

QuoteMedia Wins Contract as Market Data Provider for The Motley Fool

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022

PHOENIX, May 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QuoteMedia, Inc. (OTCQB: QMCI), a leading provider of market data and financial applications, announced an agreement with The Motley Fool to provide a wide-ranging suite of market data feed services and financial applications to power their extremely popular and influential fool.com website.

Key Points: 
  • PHOENIX, May 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- QuoteMedia, Inc. (OTCQB: QMCI), a leading provider of market data and financial applications, announced an agreement with The Motley Fool to provide a wide-ranging suite of market data feed services and financial applications to power their extremely popular and influential fool.com website.
  • It is vital that we provide the best possible financial information and analytical market data content to educate and empower our audience, said Mark Kennedy, Global Tech and Operations Lead for The Motley Fool.
  • The Motley Fool reaches millions of people around the globe every day through its innovative investing solutions, podcasts, books, newspaper columns, media appearances, and non-profit The Motley Fool Foundation.
  • QuoteMedia is a leading software developer and cloud-based syndicator of financial market information and streaming financial data solutions to media, corporations, online brokerages, and financial services companies.

TELUS investing $17 billion across Alberta and generating 8,500 new jobs from 2022 to 2026

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Tuesday, May 17, 2022

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TELUS announced today the investment of $17 billion in network infrastructure, operations, and spectrum across Alberta over the next four years and has committed to investing $70 billion overall across Canada by 2026.

Key Points: 
  • Generating jobs for 8,500 Albertans at TELUS and through its vast partner ecosystem now through 2026, with a focus on construction, engineering, emerging technologies and other supporting industries.
  • TELUS will connect hundreds of thousands more homes and businesses across Alberta including in Airdrie, Calgary, Edmonton, Leduc, Lloydminster, Spruce Grove, and St. Albert.
  • Since 2000 through 2021, TELUS has invested $220 billion nationally in network infrastructure, operations and spectrum, including more than $55 billion in technology and operations in Alberta.
  • Between TELUS investment in increased connectivity and Albertas Broadband Strategy, Alberta is well positioned to achieve universal connectivity.