British Columbia Institute of Technology

LifeLabs and BCIT Collaborate to Launch Innovative Global Chapter on Blood Tests in Open Education Pathology Textbook

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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This new chapter, centred around blood and blood tests, offers an engaging and informative resource that transcends borders, benefiting healthcare professionals, students, and curious minds across the globe.

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  • This new chapter, centred around blood and blood tests, offers an engaging and informative resource that transcends borders, benefiting healthcare professionals, students, and curious minds across the globe.
  • "In our collaboration with BCIT, we've contributed to a resource that educates and inspires a diverse worldwide audience," said Charles Brown, President and CEO of LifeLabs.
  • “This new Open Education Pathology Textbook chapter exemplifies the strength of BCIT in working with industry to reduce barriers to education,” said Jennifer Figner, Provost and Vice President, Academic, BCIT.
  • This collaborative initiative between LifeLabs and BCIT provides a valuable resource for healthcare professionals and students while reinforcing the global impact of open education initiatives in the medical field.

Canadian Colleges for a Resilient Recovery focuses on resilient housing and upskilling for Canadian communities

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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Hamilton, Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian Colleges for a Resilient Recovery (C2R2) announced today a new national project, Resilient Housing and Upskilling for Canada’s Communities, to support workforce development in Indigenous and rural communities across Canada.

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  • Hamilton, Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canadian Colleges for a Resilient Recovery (C2R2) announced today a new national project, Resilient Housing and Upskilling for Canada’s Communities, to support workforce development in Indigenous and rural communities across Canada.
  • Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) provided $3,036,000 to C2R2 institutions to execute the Resilient Housing and Upskilling for Canada’s Communities project until March 31, 2024.
  • Throughout the implementation of the project, C2R2 is committed to three key goals:
    Consulting with Indigenous communities to identify and co-develop housing opportunities and training needs.
  • Creating resources to guide Indigenous communities through the planning and construction of their own housing solutions.

BCIT Announces $33 Million in Funding for New Trades and Technology Complex Showcasing Industry Support and Demand for Grads

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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September 20, 2023 - This week, the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) announced a milestone of $33 million in funding towards a new state-of-the-art Trades and Technology Complex.

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  • September 20, 2023 - This week, the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) announced a milestone of $33 million in funding towards a new state-of-the-art Trades and Technology Complex.
  • Contributions from over 45 organizations and individuals towards the construction of the Trades and Technology Complex demonstrates the incredible connectivity and collaboration between BCIT and industry.
  • The $220 million Trades and Technology Complex will provide an adaptive, innovative, and flexible learning environment through leading-edge, energy-efficient, sustainable design.
  • Through the Complex, BCIT will continue to champion equitable and accessible trades education for all students, prioritizing inclusive learning environments.

New Mastercard research shows Canadian small business owners need additional support to effectively prevent, recover from cyber attacks

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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The reality facing small businesses in today's digital landscape is that cyber attacks are not a matter of if, but when—and what next?

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  • The reality facing small businesses in today's digital landscape is that cyber attacks are not a matter of if, but when—and what next?
  • To help Canadian small businesses start securing their business, Mastercard and the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) have partnered to deliver the Cybersecurity Academy , with short lessons and free tools tailored to the needs of small businesses.
  • Mastercard also offers a range of free tools and insights via its Small Business Cybersecurity Hub to help owners and entrepreneurs understand cyber risk, effectively defend against cyber threats and create effective, actionable plans for swift recovery.
  • All small business owners face barriers to cybersecurity preparedness and recovery, but those challenges can be magnified for owners and entrepreneurs from diverse and underrepresented populations.

Foremost Lithium Appoints Bal Bhullar as Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Foremost Lithium Resource & Technology Ltd. (NASDAQ: FMST) (CSE: FAT) (“Foremost Lithium”, “Foremost” or the “Company”), a North American hard-rock lithium exploration company, today announced that it has appointed Ms. Bal Bhullar as its Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary effective September 07, 2023.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Foremost Lithium Resource & Technology Ltd. (NASDAQ: FMST) (CSE: FAT) (“Foremost Lithium”, “Foremost” or the “Company”), a North American hard-rock lithium exploration company, today announced that it has appointed Ms. Bal Bhullar as its Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary effective September 07, 2023.
  • Ms. Bhullar has more than 25 years’ experience in senior financial positions, risk management experience as an executive and/or board director, in both public and private companies.
  • “We are delighted to welcome Bal to our executive leadership team as CFO and look forward to her contributions to accelerating our growth,” said Jason Barnard, President and Chief Executive Officer of Foremost Lithium.
  • “I am excited to join Foremost Lithium at this important juncture in the Company’s evolution,” said Ms. Bhullar.

AgriFORCE Announces Management Restructuring and Renewed Focus on Organic Growth and Profitability

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, July 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AgriFORCE Growing Systems Ltd. (“the Company”) (NASDAQ: AGRI; AGRIW), an agtech company focused on advancing sustainable cultivation and plant-based products, today announced the appointments of current board members, David Welch and John Meekison, as Co-Chairs of the Board of Directors. Additionally, Richard Wong, who currently serves as Chief Financial Officer, has also been appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer, replacing Ingo Mueller, who will remain on the board of directors.

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  • Mr. Welch, who has served as a member of the board since 2019, is the founding partner at D|R Enso Law, L.L.P., a law firm in Los Angeles, California.
  • He has a broad base of experience representing clients in areas of litigation, corporate governance and financing, intellectual property and regulatory advisement, and defense.
  • Mr. Welch obtained his Juris Doctorate degree from Loyola Law School and received his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from California State University, Fullerton.
  • Mr. Wong has a Diploma in Technology and Financial Management from the British Columbia Institute of Technology.

HYCROFT APPOINTS FIONA GRANT LEYDIER AS VICE PRESIDENT, OF INVESTOR RELATIONS

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Monday, July 17, 2023
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WINNEMUCCA, Nev., July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: HYMC) ("Hycroft" or "the Company"), a gold and silver development company that owns the Hycroft Mine in the prolific mining region of Northern Nevada, announces the appointment of Fiona Grant Leydier as Vice President, Investor Relations.

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  • WINNEMUCCA, Nev., July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: HYMC) ("Hycroft" or "the Company"), a gold and silver development company that owns the Hycroft Mine in the prolific mining region of Northern Nevada, announces the appointment of Fiona Grant Leydier as Vice President, Investor Relations.
  • Diane Garrett, President & CEO stated, "We are extremely excited to welcome Ms. Grant Leydier to the Hycroft management team.
  • Ms. Grant Leydier brings a unique and broad-based perspective of capital markets having advised numerous public companies on transformational corporate activities.
  • With over 17 years of experience, Ms. Grant Leydier has held senior positions in Investor Relations and Communications Strategy for numerous publicly traded mining companies globally.

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.

KEEN Utility Empowers Next Generation of Tradeswomen With $1M Pledge

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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PORTLAND, Ore., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KEEN Utility, a leader in safety footwear and the work boot division of KEEN Inc. (KEEN), has announced the six recipients of its 2023 She Builds Grant Program. Launched by KEEN Utility in 2021, the She Builds Grant Program was created to help advance the empowerment of more women entering the skilled trades. Between 2021 and 2026, the program has pledged $1M in product and financial support to nonprofit organizations in the United States and Canada that are leading the way to provide tradeskills education and support for the next generation of tradeswomen.

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  • PORTLAND, Ore., June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KEEN Utility , a leader in safety footwear and the work boot division of KEEN Inc. (KEEN), has announced the six recipients of its 2023 She Builds Grant Program .
  • Launched by KEEN Utility in 2021, the She Builds Grant Program was created to help advance the empowerment of more women entering the skilled trades.
  • "Women are a vital part of the skilled trades," said Kevin Oberle, Senior Director of Global Insights & Engagement at KEEN Utility.
  • KEEN Utility is passionate about stepping up when it comes to welcoming more women into the trades.

BCIT and Teck Open Teck Copper Innovation Hub

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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BURNABY, British Columbia, Jan. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) and Teck Resources Limited (TSX: TECK.A and TECK.B, NYSE: TECK) (“Teck”) today announced the opening of the new Teck Copper Innovation Hub.

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  • BURNABY, British Columbia, Jan. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) and Teck Resources Limited (TSX: TECK.A and TECK.B, NYSE: TECK) (“Teck”) today announced the opening of the new Teck Copper Innovation Hub.
  • The Teck Copper Innovation Hub, located inside the BCIT Centre for Applied Research and Innovation, will use additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, to produce healthcare devices composed of copper and composites.
  • Teck also partnered with BCIT to install more than one thousand antimicrobial copper patches on high-touch surfaces at the BCIT Burnaby Campus as an extra layer of protection for BCIT students, staff, and visitors.
  • The new Teck Copper Innovation Hub will explore innovative new ways to use antimicrobial copper to enhance safety for patients and health care professionals and we applaud BCIT for advancing this important work.”
    Paul McCullough, Interim President, BCIT “The Teck Copper Innovation Hub combines the state-of-the-art research capabilities of BCIT Applied Research with the industry expertise of Teck to drive innovation across a growing interdisciplinary field.