Reconciliation

National Civil Rights Museum adds to roundtable slate for The Resilience: Combatting Police Violence through Policy and Public Safety

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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Memphis, TN, March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Civil Rights Museum will host the fourth and final national convening entitled “The Resilience: Combatting Police Violence through Policy and Public Safety” on March 22, 2024 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Renasant Convention Center.

Key Points: 
  • Memphis, TN, March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Civil Rights Museum will host the fourth and final national convening entitled “The Resilience: Combatting Police Violence through Policy and Public Safety” on March 22, 2024 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Renasant Convention Center.
  • During the symposium, participants will offer strategies and solutions to tackle police violence through policy-driven, community-led, and trauma-informed alternatives to traditional public safety methods.
  • The event includes an opening panel, facilitated sessions, and a lunch roundtable discussion:
    Opening Panel – From Pain to Purpose: The Courageous Activism of Police Violence Victims.
  • The national convening series – The Reckoning, The Resolve, The Reconciliation, and The Resilience – is made possible by the support of National Civil Rights Museum Catalyst Partners FedEx, Cummins, and The Kresge Foundation.

The Nation Micmac de Gespeg and the Government of Canada announce the signing of the Rights and Reconciliation Agreement with respect to Forillon National Park

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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In support of this commitment, today the Nation Micmac de Gespeg and the Government of Canada are announcing the signing of the Rights and Reconciliation Agreement with respect to Forillon National Park.

Key Points: 
  • In support of this commitment, today the Nation Micmac de Gespeg and the Government of Canada are announcing the signing of the Rights and Reconciliation Agreement with respect to Forillon National Park.
  • The Government of Canada officially recognized the Nation Micmac de Gespeg in 1973, even though they have occupied their territory since time immemorial.
  • On January 30, 2024, the Nation Micmac de Gespeg, Parks Canada and Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada signed the Rights and Reconciliation Agreement with respect to Forillon National Park.
  • While the Agreement represents a step toward reconciliation, Parks Canada and the Nation Micmac de Gespeg are aware that this is a first step on the road to reconciliation.

TWO VICTORIA HOTELS LEAD THE WAY IN SUPPORTING THE INDIGENOUS TOURISM ASSOCIATION OF CANADA (ITAC)

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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Indigenous Tourism is currently the fastest-growing market segment in the tourism sector.

Key Points: 
  • Indigenous Tourism is currently the fastest-growing market segment in the tourism sector.
  • ITAC helps to promote and develop authentic Indigenous tourism experiences across Canada.
  • Their Indigenous Tourism Destination Fund (ITDF) offers a collaborative approach for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous businesses to support the growth in Canada.
  • We hope to find many more ways to engage in meaningful ways to support Indigenous tourism both in Canada and locally in Victoria."

Privia Health Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2023 Financial Results

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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The Company will host a conference call on February 27, 2024, at 8:00 am ET to discuss these results and management’s outlook for future financial and operational performance.

Key Points: 
  • The Company will host a conference call on February 27, 2024, at 8:00 am ET to discuss these results and management’s outlook for future financial and operational performance.
  • The webcast will be archived and available for replay for on-demand listening shortly after the completion of the call under the same link.
  • If you wish to participate in the live conference call, then please go to https://register.vevent.com/register/BI4f3d577f597e4536bc0d4c9f66d273ff to preregister and obtain your dial-in number and passcode.
  • This news release and the financial statements contained herein, and the slide presentation for the webcast, are also available on the Privia Health Investor Relations website at ir.priviahealth.com.

Land and Economic Reconciliation: Cambium Inc. and Cambium Indigenous Professional Services Forge Groundbreaking Agreement

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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PETERBOROUGH, Ontario, Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cambium Inc. (Cambium) and Cambium Indigenous Professional Services (CIPS) are thrilled to announce a transformative agreement emphasizing land and economic reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.

Key Points: 
  • PETERBOROUGH, Ontario, Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cambium Inc. (Cambium) and Cambium Indigenous Professional Services (CIPS) are thrilled to announce a transformative agreement emphasizing land and economic reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.
  • In a significant step towards fostering full Indigenous ownership, Cambium, a shareholder in CIPS, and CIPS have committed to a share repurchase at fair market value.
  • The Reconciliation Agreement outlines joint efforts to develop project strategies that contribute to enhanced land outcomes while pursuing mutual prosperity.
  • The evolution of our partnership with CIPS signifies our commitment to meaningful engagement with Indigenous Peoples, acknowledging their unique perspectives and contributions."

National Civil Rights Museum hosts symposium, The Resilience: Combatting Police Violence through Policy and Public Safety

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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Memphis, TN, Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Civil Rights Museum will host the fourth and final national convening entitled “ The Resilience: Combatting Police Violence through Policy and Public Safety ” on March 22, 2024 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Renasant Convention Center.

Key Points: 
  • Memphis, TN, Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Civil Rights Museum will host the fourth and final national convening entitled “ The Resilience: Combatting Police Violence through Policy and Public Safety ” on March 22, 2024 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Renasant Convention Center.
  • “The Resilience symposium is the apex of collaboration among thought leaders and activists whose commitment to public safety, justice, and dignity are born out of love for our communities,” said Museum President, Dr. Russ Wigginton.
  • Opening Panel – From Pain to Purpose: The Courageous Activism of Police Violence Victims.
  • The luncheon panel includes Derrick Johnson, National President of NAACP, Raumesh Akbari, Tennessee State Senator, and is moderated by Symone Sanders Townsend.

Scotiabank partners with Nch'ḵay̓ Development Limited Partnership, Des Nedhe Financial LP and Chippewas of Rama First Nation to establish a new investment dealer in Canada

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Friday, February 23, 2024
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The proposed investment dealer, to be named Cedar Leaf Capital Inc. ("Cedar Leaf Capital"), will be majority-owned by three Indigenous shareholders: Nch'ḵay̓ Development Limited Partnership, Des Nedhe Financial LP and Chippewas of Rama First Nation and controlled initially by Scotiabank.

Key Points: 
  • The proposed investment dealer, to be named Cedar Leaf Capital Inc. ("Cedar Leaf Capital"), will be majority-owned by three Indigenous shareholders: Nch'ḵay̓ Development Limited Partnership, Des Nedhe Financial LP and Chippewas of Rama First Nation and controlled initially by Scotiabank.
  • Subject to regulatory approval, Cedar Leaf Capital will be the first-to-market majority Indigenous-owned investment dealer in Canada.
  • Until such time, the firm's operations will leverage Scotiabank's infrastructure and core enterprise frameworks as it develops its self-sustaining operations.
  • As the first Indigenous owned and led investment dealer in Canada, Cedar Leaf Capital's objectives will extend beyond those of a traditional market intermediary.

What is the Truth about Reconciliation? 2023 Year-End Review: Indigenous Watchdog

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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This legislation would enable the National Council to, among other things, collect all the relevant data identified above from all government and other stakeholders across the country.

Key Points: 
  • This legislation would enable the National Council to, among other things, collect all the relevant data identified above from all government and other stakeholders across the country.
  • The most obvious conclusion is that there are far more problems than positive actions and commitments: almost 2.5 x as many.
  • Not surprising since housing is a major national problem for non-Indigenous Canadians as well
    Treaties and Land Claims has the biggest gap.
  • Comprehensive Claims and Treaty Land Entitlements that had the most activity are arguably more defined and easier to implement.

Iteris Reports Record Nine-Month Revenue of $129.2 Million, 14% Higher Than Prior Year Period, and GAAP Net Income of $3.0 Million, a $17.3 Million Improvement from the Prior Year Period

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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“In addition to the strong nine-month revenue performance, improvements in our gross margins drove a significant, $18.1 million year-to-date increase in adjusted EBITDA relative to the same prior year period.

Key Points: 
  • “In addition to the strong nine-month revenue performance, improvements in our gross margins drove a significant, $18.1 million year-to-date increase in adjusted EBITDA relative to the same prior year period.
  • Operating expenses in the third quarter increased 8% to $15.2 million, compared with $14.0 million in the same quarter a year ago.
  • The improvement was primarily attributable to higher gross margin, which was impacted in the prior period by supply chain constraints and resulting high raw material costs.
  • To access the replay, dial +1-877-481-4010 (US Toll Free), or +1 919-882-2331 (International) and enter replay passcode 49720.

Asbury Automotive Group Reports Fourth Quarter Financial Results

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: ABG) (the “Company”), one of the largest automotive retail and service companies in the U.S., reported fourth quarter 2023 net income of $56 million ($2.70 per diluted share), a decrease of 89% from $353 million ($15.95 per diluted share) in fourth quarter 2022.

Key Points: 
  • Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: ABG) (the “Company”), one of the largest automotive retail and service companies in the U.S., reported fourth quarter 2023 net income of $56 million ($2.70 per diluted share), a decrease of 89% from $353 million ($15.95 per diluted share) in fourth quarter 2022.
  • Fourth quarter 2023 results include non-cash asset impairments of $117.2 million or $4.29 per diluted share.
  • Fourth quarter 2022 results include gains on dealership divestitures of $203 million or $6.92 per diluted share.
  • Four of the divestitures closed in the first quarter, three in the second quarter, and nine in the fourth quarter of 2022.