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NAIOP Vancouver Chapter and Bunt & Associates Engineering Unveil First-of-its-Kind Industrial Parking Study

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, NAIOP, Vancouver Chapter, Bunt & Associates Engineering (Bunt), unveiled a first-of-its-kind report examining the impact of parking supply rates on industrial sites across Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, NAIOP, Vancouver Chapter, Bunt & Associates Engineering (Bunt), unveiled a first-of-its-kind report examining the impact of parking supply rates on industrial sites across Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.
  • The Metro Vancouver/Fraser Valley Industrial Parking Study (The Study) examined more than 60 sites across Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley to highlight inefficiencies in existing systems and recommend optimal parking supply rates.
  • The Study is a follow-up report to a study drafted by NAIOP and the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade on the Economic Impact Study of the Critical Shortage of Industrial Land in Metro Vancouver as well as a presentation by NAIOP to Metro Vancouver on the Intensification of Industrial Lands in 2019.
  • To learn more about the Vancouver Chapter of NAIOP and Bunt & Associates Engineering, visit naiopvcr.com and bunteng.com .

AVINO REPORTS VOTING RESULTS OF ITS 2023 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND APPOINTS NEW DIRECTOR

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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Avino is pleased to announce the appointment of Carolina Ordoñez to its Board of Directors, as an additional director, effective today.

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  • Avino is pleased to announce the appointment of Carolina Ordoñez to its Board of Directors, as an additional director, effective today.
  • Native Spanish speaker, Carolina is actively dedicated to promoting Latin-American culture and an influential member of the community.
  • She has led the Board of various not-for-profit organizations and sits on the board of The Karina LeBlanc Foundation.
  • "We are delighted to welcome Carolina Ordoñez as a member of the Board," said Peter Bojtos, Chairman of the Board.

Notre Dame de Namur University Announces the Election of Lisa D. Gauthier to the Board of Trustees

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Monday, June 19, 2023
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Belmont, CA, June 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU) President Beth Martin, Ph.D., announced the recent election of a new member to the university’s Board of Trustees.

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  • Belmont, CA, June 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU) President Beth Martin, Ph.D., announced the recent election of a new member to the university’s Board of Trustees.
  • Joining the Board for a three-year term is Lisa Gauthier, Mayor of East Palo Alto.
  • “I am very honored to be asked to serve on Notre Dame de Namur University’s Board of Trustees,” said Gauthier.
  • She previously held the positions of Vice Mayor in 2014, 2018, 2022, and Mayor in 2015 and 2019.

White Spot - Canada's Longest-Running Restaurant Chain - Celebrates 95 Years

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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“We are so proud of what we’ve built here,” said Warren Erhart, President & CEO, White Spot Restaurants, who retires this summer after 33 years of dedicated leadership.

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  • “We are so proud of what we’ve built here,” said Warren Erhart, President & CEO, White Spot Restaurants, who retires this summer after 33 years of dedicated leadership.
  • “We’ve been operating for almost a century, and over that time the values on which Nat Bailey founded White Spot have only grown stronger.
  • For 95 years, White Spot has consistently served delicious food with memorable service; provided continuous, steadfast community support; and remained committed to local ingredients and suppliers.
  • We’re happy to celebrate this milestone with White Spot.”
    “We have such a strong foundation on which to continue building a bright future,” said incoming White Spot President, Trent Carroll.

K92 Mining Appoints Anne Giardini as Chair of the Board

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- K92 Mining Inc. (“K92” or the “Company”) (TSX: KNT; OTCQX: KNTNF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Anne E. Giardini as the Company’s Chair of the Board of Directors.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, April 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- K92 Mining Inc. (“K92” or the “Company”) (TSX: KNT; OTCQX: KNTNF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Anne E. Giardini as the Company’s Chair of the Board of Directors.
  • Ms. Giardini, KC, who has served as an independent director of K92 since 2020, brings 35 years of experience as a director, senior executive, lawyer, journalist and author.
  • John Lewins, K92 Chief Executive Officer and Director, stated, “We are very pleased to appoint Anne Giardini as Chair of the Board of Directors of K92.
  • We look forward to working with Anne in her expanded role.”
    “I am honoured to succeed Tookie Angus as Chair of the Board,” said Ms. Giardini.

White Spot Announces Province-Wide Fundraiser in Support of Variety — The Children's Charity with A Goal of Raising $100,000

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
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From February 26 to March 5, $2 from every burger sold for dine-in or takeout at White Spot across B.C.

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  • From February 26 to March 5, $2 from every burger sold for dine-in or takeout at White Spot across B.C.
  • and R+D Kitchen by White Spot in Burnaby will be donated to Variety – the Children’s Charity for a total donation of up to $100,000.
  • At R+D Kitchen by White Spot, guests can enjoy White Spot burger favourites as well as signature creations like the House Wagyu Burger and the Truffled Mushroom Wagyu Burger.
  • White Spot has been a champion for Variety – the Children's Charity since its inception in 1966.

GOLDMINING ANNOUNCES THE APPOINTMENT OF DAVID GAROFALO AS CO-CHAIR

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Monday, January 9, 2023
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GoldMining Inc. (the "Company" or "GoldMining") (TSX: GOLD) (NYSE American: GLDG) is pleased to announce the appointment of David Garofalo as a director and co-Chair of the Company.

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  • GoldMining Inc. (the "Company" or "GoldMining") (TSX: GOLD) (NYSE American: GLDG) is pleased to announce the appointment of David Garofalo as a director and co-Chair of the Company.
  • He added: "David has been a member of our advisory board since 2020 where we partnered to complete the IPO of Gold Royalty in 2021.
  • I look forward to working closely alongside David as co-Chair as we continue to execute our strategy."
  • Mr. Garofalo has worked in various leadership capacities in the natural resources sector over the last 30 years.

Image China: East/West Symphonic Concert Presented with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra was a Cross-Cultural Tour de Force

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Thursday, December 8, 2022
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While in Vancouver, Ms Wu went on to stage a Pipa masterclass at the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra’s (VSO) School of Music on November 23, the day following the successful East/West Symphonic Concert.

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  • While in Vancouver, Ms Wu went on to stage a Pipa masterclass at the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra’s (VSO) School of Music on November 23, the day following the successful East/West Symphonic Concert.
  • “If you look at the history of the Pipa, you’ll see that it doesn’t come from just one place,” said Ms Wu.
  • Presented by China Arts and Entertainment Group Ltd., Image China: East/West Symphonic Concert was a cross-cultural tour de force inspiring pancultural connections when Ms Wu, along with an ensemble of artists, made their VSO debut on November 22.
  • All-in-all, Image China: East/West Symphonic Concert was an unqualified success bridging cultures through the common language of music and song.

Minister Wilkinson Launches Phase 2 of the Regional Energy and Resource Tables

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
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A significant part of the answer to that question is the Regional Energy and Resource Tables.

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  • A significant part of the answer to that question is the Regional Energy and Resource Tables.
  • The Regional Energy and Resource Tables will gather input from relevant partners and seek to align resources, timelines and regulatory approaches to capitalize on key regional opportunities and priorities.
  • The Regional Energy and Resource Tables will also identify areas in which incremental resources may be required.
  • Phase 2 of the Regional Energy and Resource Tables was launched on October 13, with New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, the Northwest Territories and the Yukon.

Life Sciences BC Announces 24th Annual Award Winners

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Thursday, July 7, 2022
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Life Sciences BC (LSBC) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 24th Annual Life Sciences BC Awards, presented by Farris.

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  • Life Sciences BC (LSBC) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 24th Annual Life Sciences BC Awards, presented by Farris.
  • The 2022 Life Sciences BC Award Winners are:
    Dr. Don Rix Award for Lifetime Achievement in Life Sciences - Dr. Simon Pimstone
    Genome BC Award for Scientific Excellence - Dr. Lauchlan Fraser
    The BC Life Sciences sector has received worldwide recognition for its innovation throughout the pandemic.
  • The 2022 Life Sciences BC award winners will be recognized at this years 24th Annual Life Sciences BC Awards, presented by Farris on September 22, 2022.
  • To learn more about the 24th Annual Life Sciences BC Awards Gala, visit the LSBC awards page .