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TELUS announces three-tranche note offering

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Friday, September 9, 2022
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TELUS announced today it has priced $2.0 billion of senior unsecured notes in three series, the first with a 10-year maturity, the second with a 30-year maturity and the third with a 7-year maturity. The notes are offered through a syndicate of agents led by CIBC Capital Markets, RBC Capital Markets and Scotiabank. Closing of the offering is expected to occur on or about September 13, 2022.

Key Points: 
  • The Series CAG notes are Sustainability-Linked Bonds issued pursuant to TELUS Sustainability-Linked Bond Framework announced on June 14, 2021, as it may be amended, restated and/or replaced from time to time (the Framework) and will be TELUS third bond offering under the Framework.
  • The Series CAG Note offering supports TELUS commitment to environmental sustainability by linking financing to the achievement of ambitious ESG targets.
  • TELUS performance as well as the limited assurance report will be included in its annual Sustainability Report, or other similar report(s) as the case may be, and will be available on TELUS website.
  • For more information about TELUS, please visit telus.com, follow us @TELUSNews on Twitter and @Darren_Entwistle on Instagram.

TELUS donates 17,000 backpacks filled with back-to-school essentials for Canadian youth

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Thursday, September 8, 2022
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To help, our Kits for Kids program has been providing backpacks filled with essential school supplies to low-income families and children in need for almost two decades.

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  • To help, our Kits for Kids program has been providing backpacks filled with essential school supplies to low-income families and children in need for almost two decades.
  • Thank you in particular to the unwavering dedication of our TELUS Community Ambassadors for their longstanding support of this important initiative.
  • The Kits for Kids backpacks were filled and distributed earlier this year by TELUS Community Ambassadors as part of TELUS annual TELUS Days of Giving, where 65,000 team members and retirees mobilized to give back in their local communities.
  • With close to 5,000 members, TELUS Community Ambassadors are a network of retired and current TELUS employees who volunteer their time and skills year-round to local Canadian community causes and initiatives.

QuoteMedia's Dave Shworan Discusses Disrupting the Financial Data Market, and the Company’s Direction Forward in New Video Interview on Planet MicroCap

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Thursday, September 8, 2022
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PHOENIX, Sept. 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Planet MicroCap today published a new Video Interview with Dave Shworan, CEO of QuoteMedia Ltd. (OTCQB: QMCI), discussing how the company is disrupting the financial data markets and competing with established industry giants, and also offers insights into the directions the company is taking moving forward.

Key Points: 
  • PHOENIX, Sept. 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Planet MicroCap today published a new Video Interview with Dave Shworan, CEO of QuoteMedia Ltd. (OTCQB: QMCI), discussing how the company is disrupting the financial data markets and competing with established industry giants, and also offers insights into the directions the company is taking moving forward.
  • Click the following link to view the Video Interview:
    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.
  • The Company licenses interactive stock research tools such as streaming real-time quotes, market research, news, charting, option chains, filings, corporate financials, insider reports, market indices, portfolio management systems, and data feeds.
  • Quotestream, QMod and Quotestream Connect are trademarks of QuoteMedia.

Survey: ‘Algospeak’ on the Rise in Attempt to Avoid Automated Content Moderation

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Thursday, September 8, 2022
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For example, unalive is a regularly-used algospeak term for dead and The Vid for COVID-19.

Key Points: 
  • For example, unalive is a regularly-used algospeak term for dead and The Vid for COVID-19.
  • With the use of algospeak becoming more and more prevalent, brands must establish a robust content moderation practice that leverages both AI and a diverse team of content moderators and data annotators.
  • An established content moderation strategy is no longer a nice-to-have for brands, but a must-have in order to maintain safe online environments.
  • Consumers entering a brands online environment have the expectation that it will be free of offensive or hateful content, and for many, that includes instances of algospeak.

Tallcree Tribal Government partnering with TELUS and the CRTC to bring wireless connectivity to residents for the first time

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Thursday, September 1, 2022
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TALLCREE TRIBAL GOVERNMENT, Alberta, Sept. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Tallcree Tribal Government, TELUS and the Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) are celebrating the commitment to bring wireless connectivity to Tallcree First Nation in Northern Alberta for the very first time.

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  • TALLCREE TRIBAL GOVERNMENT, Alberta, Sept. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Tallcree Tribal Government, TELUS and the Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) are celebrating the commitment to bring wireless connectivity to Tallcree First Nation in Northern Alberta for the very first time.
  • We are pleased to announce to the communities of North and South Tallcree this tremendous opportunity for our people, said Chief Rupert Meneen of Tallcree Tribal Government.
  • Chief and Council and our Administration have worked in partnership with TELUS Wireless Services and the CRTC on this project for several years.
  • We are proud to work alongside Tallcree First Nation and the CRTC to bring wireless connectivity to Tallcree First Nation members.

TELUS completes C$2.3 billion acquisition of LifeWorks setting a new course for employer-focused healthcare

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Thursday, September 1, 2022
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Importantly, LifeWorks domestic and global operations will be bolstered by our TELUS International team through their proven expertise in digital transformation and client service excellence.

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  • Importantly, LifeWorks domestic and global operations will be bolstered by our TELUS International team through their proven expertise in digital transformation and client service excellence.
  • TELUS will provide an update on the annual impact with the release of its third quarter financial and operational results in November.
  • TELUS Healths Chief Operating Officer, Michael Dingle, will oversee the transition and lead the integration of LifeWorks into the TELUS Health family.
  • Such proration will result in a consideration per LifeWorks common share of approximately C$19.14 in cash and approximately 0.4469 TELUS common share.

TELUS International Appoints New Chief Transformation Officer to Enhance its Digital Transformation Capabilities

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Monday, August 22, 2022
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Prior to joining TELUS International, Beth served as the Global Head of Digital Transformation at Atos, an information technology service and consulting company specializing in high-tech transactional services, unified communications, cloud, big data and cybersecurity services.

Key Points: 
  • Prior to joining TELUS International, Beth served as the Global Head of Digital Transformation at Atos, an information technology service and consulting company specializing in high-tech transactional services, unified communications, cloud, big data and cybersecurity services.
  • As a leading global provider in the digital economy, I look forward to accelerating the ongoing growth and evolution of the companys integrated, end-to-end digital capabilities that span across the full customer experience value chain, said Beth Howen, Chief Transformation Officer, TELUS International.
  • 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.

TELUS and LifeWorks receive court approval and key regulatory approvals for proposed acquisition

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Thursday, August 11, 2022
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia and TORONTO, Aug. 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TELUS Corporation (“TELUS”) (TSX: T; NYSE: TU) and LifeWorks Inc. ("LifeWorks”) (TSX: LWRK) today announced that the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (Commercial List) has granted its final order (the “Court Approval”) approving the plan of arrangement (the “Arrangement”) in respect of the acquisition by TELUS of LifeWorks previously announced on June 16, 2022.

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  • TELUS and LifeWorks also announced that the Competition Bureau of Canada has issued a no action letter in respect of the Arrangement.
  • Accordingly, Competition Act Approval, as defined and as required by the Arrangement Agreement previously entered into between LifeWorks and TELUS, has been obtained.
  • The Court Approval, the Competition Act Approval and the HSR Approval are significant milestones toward closing TELUS acquisition of LifeWorks and follows LifeWorks shareholder approval, which was obtained at a special meeting of LifeWorks shareholders on August 4, 2022.
  • We are pleased to have reached this significant milestone, with clearance to proceed with the TELUS LifeWorks transaction in Canada and the United States, said Darren Entwistle, President and CEO of TELUS.

TELUS is Canada’s most awarded network by Opensignal for the 11th Consecutive Time

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Thursday, August 11, 2022
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These results make TELUS the most awarded network by Opensignal for the 11th consecutive time, and solidifies TELUS position as the carrier to beat when it comes to mobile network quality and experience in Canada.

Key Points: 
  • These results make TELUS the most awarded network by Opensignal for the 11th consecutive time, and solidifies TELUS position as the carrier to beat when it comes to mobile network quality and experience in Canada.
  • This recognition makes TELUS Canadas most awarded network from Opensignal for the 11th consecutive time, and is a celebration of the work our team does to keep Canadians connected to the people and information that matter most.
  • This latest recognition from Opensignal complements the countless accolades TELUS has earned over the years for its global-leading wireless network.
  • Most recently, TELUS was awarded Canadas Fastest Mobile Network by US-based Ookla for the tenth consecutive time.

Do you know a young Friendly Future Maker? TELUS launches national awards program for Canadian youth

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Monday, August 8, 2022
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Inspired by TELUS long standing promise, Lets make the future friendly, this nationwide callout continues that momentum and helps empower Canadian youth who are helping make the world a better place.

Key Points: 
  • Inspired by TELUS long standing promise, Lets make the future friendly, this nationwide callout continues that momentum and helps empower Canadian youth who are helping make the world a better place.
  • The Friendly Future Makers Awards are open for nominations until September 26, and winners will be announced online October 24.
  • Friendly Future Makers are transforming their communities and planet for good, creating a positive impact, and ultimately, helping make the future friendly.
  • To learn more about the Friendly Future Makers Awards and to nominate an inspiring youth giving back in your community, visit telus.com/YouthAwards .