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Rogers Communications Declares 50 Cents per Share Quarterly Dividend

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

TORONTO, Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications Inc. (“Rogers”) announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend totaling 50 cents per share (the “Quarterly Dividend”) on each of its outstanding Class B Non-Voting shares (“Class B Shares”) and Class A Voting shares.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rogers Communications Inc. (“Rogers”) announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend totaling 50 cents per share (the “Quarterly Dividend”) on each of its outstanding Class B Non-Voting shares (“Class B Shares”) and Class A Voting shares.
  • The Quarterly Dividend will be paid on January 2, 2024 to shareholders of record on December 8, 2023.
  • Quarterly dividends are only payable as and when declared by Rogers’ Board and there is no entitlement to any dividend prior thereto.
  • Under the Plan, Rogers’ Board determines whether the additional Class B Shares will be purchased on the open market or issued by Rogers from treasury.

Rogers Communications Reports Third Quarter 2023 Results

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

Recognized as the best and most reliable wireless network in Canada for the fifth straight year by umlaut in July 2023.

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  • Recognized as the best and most reliable wireless network in Canada for the fifth straight year by umlaut in July 2023.
  • Introduced the red Rogers MasterCard with 48-month device equal payment plan with 0% interest and up to 2.6% cashback for customers.
  • Secured number-one spots for flagship radio brands 98.1 CHFI, CityNews 680, and KiSS 92.5 for the Summer 2023 ratings period.
  • We also returned $264 million in dividends to shareholders this quarter and we declared a $0.50 per share dividend on November 8, 2023.

Bimbo Canada Partners with NHL® to Offer Hockey Fans an Exclusive All-Star Experience

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

TORONTO, Oct. 31, 2023 /CNW/ - Bimbo Canada, Canada's oldest and largest commercial bakery, is excited to announce its latest collaboration, with the National Hockey League (NHL®), for the Bimbo Canada – 2024 Rogers NHL® All-Star Contest.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 31, 2023 /CNW/ - Bimbo Canada, Canada's oldest and largest commercial bakery, is excited to announce its latest collaboration, with the National Hockey League (NHL®), for the Bimbo Canada – 2024 Rogers NHL® All-Star Contest.
  • This nationwide, cross-category promotion presents an exciting opportunity for hockey enthusiasts across Canada to win one of three exclusive experiences at the 2024 Rogers NHL® All-Star weekend.
  • "This partnership with the NHL® offers our consumers a unique and exclusive opportunity to experience the thrill of the 2024 Rogers NHL® All-Star weekend—a dream event for any NHL® fan," said Tania Goecke, Vice President, Marketing at Bimbo Canada.
  • It is a celebration of hockey that extends beyond the game, and Bimbo Canada is delighted to provide its consumers with an opportunity to be part of this exhilarating event.

YogaWorks Eyes an Invigorating Future by Tapping Courtney Bier as General Manager

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Courtney Bier has been named General Manager at YogaWorks , a business unit of GoDigital Media Group and the most trusted and experienced provider of quality yoga instruction for students of all levels and ages.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Courtney Bier has been named General Manager at YogaWorks , a business unit of GoDigital Media Group and the most trusted and experienced provider of quality yoga instruction for students of all levels and ages.
  • “YogaWorks is special to us, so we engaged in a comprehensive and thorough search of several candidates, but Courtney stood out in the crowd,” said Logan Mulvey, YogaWorks CEO and GoDigital Media Group Co-founder.
  • “We are beyond thrilled to welcome Courtney to our family to lead YogaWorks’ next chapter.
  • Bier, a Southern California native, is a graduate of Pepperdine University.

Skip Launches Latest Evolution of Wearable Tech Designed for Your Messiest Eats

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

In a recent survey* of hockey fans, Skip found that over 70%* of fans like to chow down while watching the game.

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  • In a recent survey* of hockey fans, Skip found that over 70%* of fans like to chow down while watching the game.
  • This NHL® season, Skip is proud to introduce The GameTime Tarp to combat messy food casualties - talk about a win.
  • To bring this functional fashion-forward piece to life, Skip re-enlisted Canadian fashion designer, Izzy Camilleri to develop this evolution with fans, gamers, and multi-tasking eaters in mind.
  • To elevate the viewing experience even further, Skip surveyed Canadian hockey fans to find out their favourite game day eats.

Sportsnet Launches on Prime Video Channels in Canada

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Prime Video members in Canada can watch live NHL hockey and all of Sportsnet's programming on Sportsnet, Sportsnet ONE, Sportsnet 360 with an add-on subscription

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  • Prime Video members in Canada can watch live NHL hockey and all of Sportsnet's programming on Sportsnet, Sportsnet ONE, Sportsnet 360 with an add-on subscription
    TORONTO, Oct. 10, 2023 /CNW/ - Prime Video today announced that Sportsnet will be the latest top-tier channel available on Prime Video Channels in Canada.
  • The Sportsnet Prime Video Channel allows subscribers to add Sportsnet as an add-on channel in their Prime Video account.
  • Prime Video users in Canada can watch live NHL hockey and all of Sportsnet's linear programming on Sportsnet national (Sportsnet, Sportsnet ONE, Sportsnet 360) and regional (Sportsnet Pacific, West, East, Ontario) channels with one convenient subscription to Sportsnet on Prime Video Channels.
  • The Sportsnet Prime Video Channel consists of the Sportsnet (East, Ontario, West, and Pacific), Sportsnet ONE, and Sportsnet 360 linear channels, bringing live games from the NHL, MLB, NBA, and more.

Amnesty International Canada announces 2022/2023 Media Awards winners

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

Short-Form Video: “You can say ‘Hockey is for everyone.’ Or you can join the fight to ensure that’s true,” Donnovan Bennett, with cinematography by David Zelikovitz, Sportsnet

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  • Short-Form Video: “You can say ‘Hockey is for everyone.’ Or you can join the fight to ensure that’s true,” Donnovan Bennett, with cinematography by David Zelikovitz, Sportsnet
    “On behalf of Amnesty International Canada, congratulations to the winners on your impressive achievements.
  • Thank you for your commitment to telling honest, eye-opening, nuanced stories about people defending human rights,” said Ketty Nivyabandi, Secretary General of Amnesty International Canada’s English-speaking section.
  • We desperately need more of it today to make informed and principled decisions about our future.”
    The 2022/2023 Amnesty International Canada Media Awards will be handed out at a private, in-person ceremony on October 19.
  • Emceeing the event will be trailblazing journalist, educator, and media personality Ginella Massa .

Right To Play Raises 2.1M at 2023 Heroes Gala

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

Toronto, Sept. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A successful evening of celebration, fundraising and awareness, the 2023 Heroes Gala brought together notable Canadians to honour three Right To Play heroes who have gone above and beyond for our movement, and raise money to protect, educate, and empower children in 15 countries to rise above adversity through the power of play.

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  • Toronto, Sept. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A successful evening of celebration, fundraising and awareness, the 2023 Heroes Gala brought together notable Canadians to honour three Right To Play heroes who have gone above and beyond for our movement, and raise money to protect, educate, and empower children in 15 countries to rise above adversity through the power of play.
  • “Yesterday’s Heroes Gala showed that when we come together for children, we can make a real difference,” said Susan McIsaac, CEO of Right To Play.
  • But thanks to the incredible support of our sponsors, gala attendees, and our Right To Play community, we raised 2.1 million dollars that will help empower children to overcome these obstacles and achieve their dreams.
  • The 2023 Heroes Gala featured incredible live performances from Indigenous artist Chubby Cree, Canada’s first Poet Laureate of Ontario, Randell Adjei, dance troop Ballet Creole and Middle Eastern drumming and singing group, Sooriana.

ROGERS & HOLLANDS/ASHCROFT & OAK DEBUTS GRANT PROGRAM TO SUPPORT LOCAL COMMUNITIES

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

CHICAGO, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rogers & Hollands/Ashcroft & Oak, America's premier family jeweler, has launched a philanthropic grants program to support non-profit organizations in the communities where it does business. 

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  • CHICAGO, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rogers & Hollands/Ashcroft & Oak, America's premier family jeweler, has launched a philanthropic grants program to support non-profit organizations in the communities where it does business.
  • The Embracing Our Neighborhoods program provides financial support to non-profit organizations that meaningfully impact local people.
  • Because communities have different priorities, the jewelry retailer is seeking input from local residents, and will underwrite projects that best support their needs.
  • Submissions for the Embracing Our Neighborhoods program will be accepted on a rolling basis and evaluated by a team of Rogers & Hollands/Ashcroft & Oak executives.

Morrison Seger VC Partners announces $1.8M fund for BirdDog, amid rapid growth in 2023

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

DALLAS, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Morrison Seger Venture Capital Partners is excited to announce that it has welcomed hunting and outdoor experience company, BirdDog, to its portfolio of brands. BirdDog is changing the way hunters and landowners search for and book hunting experiences.

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  • DALLAS, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Morrison Seger Venture Capital Partners is excited to announce that it has welcomed hunting and outdoor experience company, BirdDog, to its portfolio of brands.
  • Recent additions to the team includes Morrison Seger Venture Capital Partners, 'MoSe', and MoSe founder, Rogers Healy.
  • His passion for empowering brands and people to become the best version of themselves, led him to founding Morrison Seger Venture Capital Partners.
  • The seasoned team of professionals at Morrsion Seger, look forward to playing an integral, and active role, with BirdDog.