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Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossmann LLP and Saxena White P.A. Announce Pendency of Class Action And Proposed Settlement For All Persons And Entities Who Purchased or Otherwise Acquired the Common Stock of James River Group Holdings, Ltd., During the Per

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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YOUR RIGHTS WILL BE AFFECTED BY A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT PENDING IN THIS COURT.

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  • YOUR RIGHTS WILL BE AFFECTED BY A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT PENDING IN THIS COURT.
  • If approved, the Settlement will resolve all claims in the Action.
  • The Action involves allegations that James River and certain of its senior officers violated federal securities laws.
  • All questions about this notice, the proposed Settlement, or your eligibility to participate in the Settlement should be directed to the Claims Administrator or Lead Counsel.

The Government of Canada is helping lower-income individuals more easily access the benefit and credit payments they are entitled to

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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This simplified method for filing income tax returns helps lower-income individuals access the benefit and credit payments they are entitled to more easily, while simplifying their lives.

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  • This simplified method for filing income tax returns helps lower-income individuals access the benefit and credit payments they are entitled to more easily, while simplifying their lives.
  • Benefit and credit payments, such as the Canada child benefit and the goods and services tax/harmonized sales tax credit , help make life more affordable.
  • Filing a tax return also confirms an individual's eligibility for programs such as the Canadian Dental Care Plan.
  • Individuals will receive a notice of assessment either in the mail or in My Account after their return has been processed.

Minister Guilbeault calls for an ambitious plastics treaty at the United Nations Environment Assembly in Kenya

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, wrapped up Canada's participation in the sixth session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-6) in Nairobi, Kenya.

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  • The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, wrapped up Canada's participation in the sixth session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-6) in Nairobi, Kenya.
  • Minister Guilbeault held meetings with environment ministers in Africa, as well as civil society, business leaders, and youth on advancing progress on climate, biodiversity, and the elimination of plastic pollution.
  • I'm encouraged by the collaboration demonstrated at the sixth session of the United Nations Environment Assembly, especially toward developing the global agreement on plastic pollution.
  • – The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development
    At the sixth session of the United Nations Environment Assembly, Minister Guilbeault, on behalf of the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, announced the allocation of $107 million to Canada's Partnering for Nature initiative.

Statement - Canada strengthens guidelines on foreign investments in the interactive digital media sector

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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Interactive digital media are one of the largest forms of entertainment, and they also have important applications in learning and education.

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  • Interactive digital media are one of the largest forms of entertainment, and they also have important applications in learning and education.
  • These technologies are at the heart of a thriving domestic industry that has gained international recognition and attracted foreign investment.
  • "While Canada continues to welcome foreign direct investments that support the growth of the sector, the Government of Canada recognizes that hostile state-sponsored or state-influenced actors may try to leverage foreign investments in the interactive digital media sector to spread disinformation and manipulate information.
  • To this end, the government is providing additional direction on the application of the Investment Canada Act for investments involving interactive digital media.

Canada concludes chairing the Global Forum on Steel Excess Capacity and continues participating as a member of its steering committee in 2024

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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OTTAWA, ON, March 1, 2024 /CNW/ - Canada took on an important leadership role as chair of the Global Forum on Steel Excess Capacity (GFSEC).

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  • OTTAWA, ON, March 1, 2024 /CNW/ - Canada took on an important leadership role as chair of the Global Forum on Steel Excess Capacity (GFSEC).
  • Global excess steelmaking capacity is due to market-distorting policies in countries where government subsidies have enabled the non-market growth of steelmaking capacities.
  • Canada is honoured to participate as a member of the Forum and on its steering committee as we work toward collective solutions to the challenge of excess capacity.
  • The Global Forum on Steel Excess Capacity (GFSEC) is facilitated by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, which provides technical, analytical and meeting assistance to support the Global Forum, its steering committee and chairmanship.

Historic $15 Million Settlement Marks Major Victory for Bank Workers' Rights Wage Theft Battle

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SEATTLE, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In a landmark decision, Banner Bank has agreed to a $15 million settlement with 252 mortgage loan officers from Washington, Oregon, California, and Idaho, marking the conclusion of a seven-year legal battle over unpaid overtime wages. This settlement, approved by the Honorable Robert S. Lasnik of the U.S. District Court in Seattle, is a significant victory for workers' rights and fair labor practices.

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  • After a seven-year legal battle over unpaid overtime wages, Banner Bank has agreed to a $15 million settlement with 252 mortgage loan officers.
  • This settlement, approved by the Honorable Robert S. Lasnik of the U.S. District Court in Seattle, is a significant victory for workers' rights and fair labor practices.
  • "Today's settlement sends a powerful message across the banking industry: wage theft will not be tolerated."
  • In California, more than 19,000 workers filed claims with the state alleging wage theft totaling more than $338 million, according to data from the Labor Commissioner data in 2022.

Government of Canada reappoints president of the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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Through its suite of programs that support research training, insight and partnerships, the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) is playing a key role by promoting collaboration with public, private, not-for-profit and community organizations, as well as with Indigenous peoples.

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  • Through its suite of programs that support research training, insight and partnerships, the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) is playing a key role by promoting collaboration with public, private, not-for-profit and community organizations, as well as with Indigenous peoples.
  • He played an instrumental role in mobilizing social sciences and humanities research expertise to help Canada navigate the pandemic and ensure a strong recovery.
  • "Congratulations to Dr. Hewitt on his reappointment as president of the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada.
  • SSHRC is the federal research funding agency that promotes and supports research and training in the humanities and social sciences.

Government of Canada invests in clean technology for fisheries and aquaculture industries

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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Canadian fisheries and aquaculture businesses grow stronger with investments in clean solutions to improve their environmental performance.

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  • Canadian fisheries and aquaculture businesses grow stronger with investments in clean solutions to improve their environmental performance.
  • Today, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, announced over $3.5 million in funding for 18 initiatives under the Fisheries and Aquaculture Clean Technology Adoption Program (FACTAP).
  • This federal funding supports small and medium-sized businesses in their efforts to adopt and incorporate innovative, clean technologies in their business operations.
  • These additional funds to support the adoption of clean technologies within Canada's fisheries and aquaculture industries will improve environmental performance and competitiveness.

Government of Canada helps Edmonton church improve community safety against hate-motivated crimes

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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Since SIP's inception in 2007, the Government of Canada has invested over $14 million through the program to support over 600 projects for communities at risk of hate-motivated crimes.

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  • Since SIP's inception in 2007, the Government of Canada has invested over $14 million through the program to support over 600 projects for communities at risk of hate-motivated crimes.
  • Funding is available to private not-for-profit organizations linked to a community at risk of being victimized by hate-motivated crime.
  • Investing in security infrastructure enhancements is necessary to protect the religious freedoms of Canadians and support community organizing.
  • The Security Infrastructure Program is designed to help communities at risk of hate-motivated crime improve their security infrastructure, which will help make Canada safer for all Canadians.

Government of Canada joins international partners in endorsing shared principles for 6G

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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That's why the Government of Canada is working with international partners to ensure Canadians will continue to have access to secure and reliable telecom services and the latest wireless technologies.

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  • That's why the Government of Canada is working with international partners to ensure Canadians will continue to have access to secure and reliable telecom services and the latest wireless technologies.
  • These shared principles for the research and development of 6G wireless communication systems will support open, free, global, interoperable, reliable, resilient, and secure connectivity.
  • Our government has endorsed these shared principles for 6G so that Canadians can continue to benefit from the latest wireless technologies.
  • The Joint Principles for 6G will also build on Canada's international cooperation under the Global Coalition on Telecommunications , the Prague Proposals on Telecommunications Supplier Diversity and the UK's Open RAN Principles , which Canada endorsed in 2022.