Members of the Order of Canada

Nineteen swimmers set to compete for Canada at Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games

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Thursday, July 15, 2021

- Tokyo Paralympic Games will take place August 24 to September 5, 2021

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  • - Tokyo Paralympic Games will take place August 24 to September 5, 2021
    OTTAWA, ON, July 15, 2021 /CNW/ -A strong team of 19 Para swimmers will hit the starting blocks for Canada at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games, the Canadian Paralympic Committee (CPC) and Swimming Canada announced today.
  • "Knowing that I'm on the Paralympic team and representing Canada is even more rewarding after a long year of uncertainty," said Rivard.
  • "Congratulations to the incredible 19 swimmers who have earned their spot to represent Canada in Tokyo," said Stephanie Dixon, chef de mission, Tokyo 2020 Canadian Paralympic Team.
  • TOKYO 2020 PARALYMPIC GAMES PARA SWIMMING TEAM:

Doris McCarthy Artist-in-Residence program accepting applications for 2022

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Thursday, July 8, 2021

TORONTO, July 8, 2021 /CNW/ - The Ontario Heritage Trust is now accepting applications to the 2022 Doris McCarthy Artist-in-Residence program.

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  • TORONTO, July 8, 2021 /CNW/ - The Ontario Heritage Trust is now accepting applications to the 2022 Doris McCarthy Artist-in-Residence program.
  • The residency program is open to professional Canadian artists practising a wide array of disciplines.
  • Artists will have the opportunity to live and create in the inspiring natural setting of the Doris McCarthy Artist-in-Residence Centre, " Fool's Paradise ", the former home and studio of celebrated Canadian landscape artist Doris McCarthy.
  • The Trust works with the Doris McCarthy Gallery (University of Toronto Scarborough), OCAD University, the Ontario Society of Artists and the Writer's Union of Canada on the development of the program.

Andrew M. Haas Joins FirstService Residential as Vice President of Sales for the South region

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Monday, June 21, 2021

HOLLYWOOD, Fla., June 21, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Andrew M. Haas serves as Vice President of Sales for FirstService Residential's South region.

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  • HOLLYWOOD, Fla., June 21, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Andrew M. Haas serves as Vice President of Sales for FirstService Residential's South region.
  • Prior to joining FirstService Residential, Haas spent 21 years at Marriott International, where he held leadership roles in sales, marketing, and revenue management.
  • FirstService Residential is North America's largest manager of residential communities and the preferred partner of HOAs, community associations and strata corporations in the U.S. and Canada.
  • FirstService Residential is a subsidiary of FirstService Corporation, a North American leader in the property services sector.

CBC Music's Angeline Tetteh-Wayoe to host the 2021 JUNO Opening Night Awards Presented by Music Canada, streaming on CBC Gem and cbcmusic.ca/junos June 4

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021

This reimagined version of the renowned industry event will be live streamed on June 4 at 8 p.m.

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  • This reimagined version of the renowned industry event will be live streamed on June 4 at 8 p.m.
  • ET (5 p.m. PT) on cbcmusic.ca/junos , the free CBC Gem streaming service and CBC Music\'s Facebook , Twitter and YouTube pages.\nCanadians can tune in to this celebration of musical artistry where 37 JUNO Awards will be presented along with this year\'s special achievement awards.
  • The alt-rock group from the 2020/2021 Allan Slaight JUNO Master Class short list, MONOWHALES , will also hit the virtual stage to give viewers an electric performance.\n"The JUNO Opening Night Awards Presented by Music Canada is a crucial platform to recognize emerging and revered talent and industry veterans who\'ve helped pave Canada\'s musical history," said Allan Reid, President & CEO, CARAS/The JUNO Awards and MusiCounts.
  • "We are incredibly proud to celebrate and honour the remarkable skill and determination of Canadian artists and recognize 50 years of Canadian music with an evening that shines a light on this year\'s impressive showcase of talent.

Harry Rosen Launches an Industry First in Canadian Men's Luxury Grooming

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Thursday, May 13, 2021

b'TORONTO, May 13, 2021 /CNW/ -Canada\'s iconic leader in men\'s luxury, Harry Rosen, launched its curated offering of grooming essentials for hair, face and body.

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  • b'TORONTO, May 13, 2021 /CNW/ -Canada\'s iconic leader in men\'s luxury, Harry Rosen, launched its curated offering of grooming essentials for hair, face and body.
  • "As a third generation Rosen, I watched my grandfather build a heritage of trust that Canadian men have counted on since 1954.
  • It also showcases best-in-class products at a range of price points, with the goal of establishing Harry Rosen as the destination for men\'s grooming.
  • Harry Rosen stores and its website offer extensive collections from the world\'s finest labels, the latest must-have designers and its very own Harry Rosen Signature brand.

Salah Bachir becomes Publisher, Star Cineplex Magazine

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Tuesday, May 4, 2021

b'TORONTO, May 4, 2021 /CNW/ -Jordan Bitove and Paul Rivett, co-owners of Torstar, are pleased to announce that Salah Bachir, a well-known Canadian entrepreneur and patron of the arts, has become Publisher of Star Cineplex magazine (formerly known as Cineplex Magazine) and will assume a consulting role with Torstar on diversity, arts and entertainment initiatives.\nSalah Bachir has a wealth of experience, deep relationships and creative skills in magazine publishing.

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  • b'TORONTO, May 4, 2021 /CNW/ -Jordan Bitove and Paul Rivett, co-owners of Torstar, are pleased to announce that Salah Bachir, a well-known Canadian entrepreneur and patron of the arts, has become Publisher of Star Cineplex magazine (formerly known as Cineplex Magazine) and will assume a consulting role with Torstar on diversity, arts and entertainment initiatives.\nSalah Bachir has a wealth of experience, deep relationships and creative skills in magazine publishing.
  • In 1999, he launched Famous Magazine, a movie and entertainment magazine distributed through the Famous Players movie theatre chain.
  • Between 2005 and 2020, he was President of Cineplex Media and Publisher of Cineplex Magazine.\nTorstar recently acquired exclusive rights to Cineplex Magazine, Canada\'s leading entertainment publication, when it entered a long-term partnership with Cineplex.
  • "\n"We are delighted that Salah is continuing with Star Cineplex magazine and can\'t wait to see the team\'s creativity and vision reach the new audience that the Torstar distribution network provides," said Ellis Jacob, President and CEO, Cineplex.

FirstService Announces Election of Directors

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Wednesday, April 7, 2021

FirstService shareholders also approved the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the auditor of FirstService for the ensuing year, an amendment to the FirstService stock option plan along with ratifying and approving the issuance of certain stock options granted to employees of FirstService and a non-binding advisory resolution on FirstServices approach to executive compensation, all as set out in the Circular.

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  • FirstService shareholders also approved the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the auditor of FirstService for the ensuing year, an amendment to the FirstService stock option plan along with ratifying and approving the issuance of certain stock options granted to employees of FirstService and a non-binding advisory resolution on FirstServices approach to executive compensation, all as set out in the Circular.
  • FirstService Corporation is a North American leader in the property services sector serving its customers through two industry leading platforms: FirstService Residential North Americas largest manager of residential communities; and FirstService Brands one of North Americas largest providers of essential property services delivered through individually branded franchise systems and company-owned operations.
  • With significant insider ownership and an experienced management team, FirstService has a long-term track record of creating value and superior returns.
  • The common shares of FirstService trade on the NASDAQ under the symbol FSV and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol FSV.

FirstService Announces Information Regarding Upcoming Shareholders' Meeting

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Thursday, March 25, 2021

TORONTO, March 25, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FirstService Corporation (TSX and NASDAQ: FSV) (FirstService) announced today that it will hold its Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. (Toronto time).

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  • TORONTO, March 25, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FirstService Corporation (TSX and NASDAQ: FSV) (FirstService) announced today that it will hold its Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. (Toronto time).
  • The meeting will be webcast live and can be either accessed via FirstServices website at www.firstservice.com in the Investors section under the Upcoming Events tab prior to the meeting, or accessed by conference call at 1-866-220-4111 (or for international callers, at 1-862-298-9233), conference ID #3968049.
  • With significant insider ownership and an experienced management team, FirstService has a long-term track record of creating value and superior returns.
  • The common shares of FirstService trade on the NASDAQ under the symbol FSV and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol FSV.

Harry Rosen Chooses Qualtrics to Personalize Experiences and Boost Engagement for Customers and Employees

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Tuesday, March 23, 2021

1 Experience Management (XM) Platform and creator of the XM category, today announced that Harry Rosen, Canada's leading luxury menswear retailer, has selected Qualtrics CustomerXM and EmployeeXM to design and improve experiences across the business.

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  • 1 Experience Management (XM) Platform and creator of the XM category, today announced that Harry Rosen, Canada's leading luxury menswear retailer, has selected Qualtrics CustomerXM and EmployeeXM to design and improve experiences across the business.
  • With connected employee and customer experience programs, Harry Rosen can both optimize its customer-centric culture and boost employee listening and engagement.
  • Harry Rosen stores and its website offer extensive collections from the world's finest labels, the latest must-have designers and its very own Harry Rosen Signature brand.
  • Whether in-store, online, via social media or at any other touchpoint, Harry Rosen is known for providing a personalized and outstanding customer experience.

John Reichart Joins FirstService Residential's Leadership Team

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Thursday, March 4, 2021

FORT LEE, N.J., March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FirstService Residential , North America's property management leader, named John Reichart, CMCA, as regional director in its high-rise division.

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  • FORT LEE, N.J., March 4, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FirstService Residential , North America's property management leader, named John Reichart, CMCA, as regional director in its high-rise division.
  • "We welcome John to the team," said Michael Mendillo, president, FirstService Residential.
  • "I am excited for the opportunity to work with this amazing team," said Reichart, regional director, high-rise division.
  • FirstService Residential is a subsidiary of FirstService Corporation (FSV), a North American leader in the property services sector.