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RBC launches Calgary Innovation Hub with plans to expand technology roles in high-demand areas

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021
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TORONTO, July 21, 2021 /CNW/ - Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) today announced plans to create 300 technology roles at a new Calgary Innovation Hub scheduled to launch this September.

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  • TORONTO, July 21, 2021 /CNW/ - Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) today announced plans to create 300 technology roles at a new Calgary Innovation Hub scheduled to launch this September.
  • "We see tremendous opportunities ahead in Alberta, as we expand our technology capabilities and presence in this space," says Jeff Boyd, Regional President, Alberta and Territories, RBC.
  • I'm delighted to see RBC expand their footprint in Alberta with this investment in our booming technology sector," said Alberta Premier Jason Kenney.
  • Companies, partners and institutions interested in partnering with RBC can contact the Calgary Innovation Hub ( [email protected] ) for more information.

Manulife to Release Second Quarter 2021 Financial Results

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021
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TORONTO, July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Manulife Financial Corporation will release its second quarter 2021 financial results after market close on Wednesday, August 4, 2021, which will be made available at manulife.com/en/investors.

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  • C$ unless otherwise stated TSX/NYSE/PSE: MFC SEHK: 945
    TORONTO, July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Manulife Financial Corporation will release its second quarter 2021 financial results after market close on Wednesday, August 4, 2021, which will be made available at manulife.com/en/investors .
  • Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better.
  • We provide financial advice, insurance, and our global wealth and asset management segment, Manulife Investment Management, serves individuals, institutions and retirement plan members worldwide.
  • Media Contact : Cheryl Holmes, Manulife, 416-557-0945, [email protected] ; Investor Relations:Hung Ko, Manulife, 416-806-9921, [email protected]

SNC-Lavalin appointed by UK Government to bring office space up to Net Zero standard

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021
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SNC-Lavalin will provide the Government Property Agency with technical delivery services, including design, identification of decarbonisation interventions and priorities, as well as program and supply chain management.

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  • SNC-Lavalin will provide the Government Property Agency with technical delivery services, including design, identification of decarbonisation interventions and priorities, as well as program and supply chain management.
  • "Engineering plays a critical role in helping attain the ambitious Net Zero targets that numerous governments around the world have established,'' said Philip Hoare, President, Atkins, Engineering, Design & Project Management, SNC-Lavalin.
  • "This appointment puts us at the forefront of the UK Government's Net Zero agenda and will see our experts pushing the boundaries of innovation and technology to help transform public sector office space."
  • SNC-Lavalin's role with the UK Government Property Agency adds to a growing portfolio of Net Zero work advising public and private sector clients across the energy, infrastructure and transportation sectors.

CGI to release third quarter fiscal 2021 results on July 28

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021
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  • MONTRAL, July 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - CGI (TSX: GIB.A) (NYSE: GIB) will release results for its third quarter fiscal year 2021, ended June 30, 2021, on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 before the markets open.
  • A live webcast of the quarterly results conference call may be accessed through the IR section of our website where a replay will also be archived.
  • CGI works with clients through a local relationship model complemented by a global delivery network that helps clients digitally transform their organizations and accelerate results.
  • CGI Fiscal 2020 reported revenue is C$12.16 billion and CGI shares are listed on the TSX (GIB.A) and the NYSE (GIB).

CN Declares Third-Quarter 2021 Dividend

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Financial markets, Corporate finance, Equity securities, Financial economics, Dividend, Shareholders, Cn, Share, Common stock, S&P/TSX 60

MONTREAL, July 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a third-quarter 2021 dividend on the Company’s common shares outstanding. A quarterly dividend of sixty-one and a half cents (C$0.6150) per common share will be paid on September 29, 2021, to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 8, 2021.

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  • MONTREAL, July 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) announced today that its Board of Directors has approved a third-quarter 2021 dividend on the Companys common shares outstanding.
  • A quarterly dividend of sixty-one and a half cents (C$0.6150) per common share will be paid on September 29, 2021, to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 8, 2021.
  • CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler.
  • CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.

TELUS is investing $63 million across Greater Victoria this year to keep communities connected

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
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TELUS will have connected 187 communities, 119 First Nations communities, and 335 Indigenous lands across the province to 5G by the end of this year, utilizing our current spectrum holdings.

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  • TELUS will have connected 187 communities, 119 First Nations communities, and 335 Indigenous lands across the province to 5G by the end of this year, utilizing our current spectrum holdings.
  • Since 2000, TELUS, our team members and retirees have contributed more than $10.5 million and volunteered more than 360,000 hours in support of charities and community organizations in Greater Victoria.
  • TELUS is also supporting small businesses through its second national #StandWithOwners initiative, investing $1 million to promote these vitally important organizations in 2021.
  • To support Greater Victoria throughout the last year, TELUS networks helped residents and businesses as we all adapted to new ways of living.

Octane AI Raises $5 Million to Help Shopify Merchants Personalize Ecommerce Experiences

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
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Octane AI does just that by democratizing access to personalization tools for Shopify merchants, enabling them to see Amazon-level conversion rates, without sacrificing their independence," said Gurevich.

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  • Octane AI does just that by democratizing access to personalization tools for Shopify merchants, enabling them to see Amazon-level conversion rates, without sacrificing their independence," said Gurevich.
  • To learn more about how Octane AI can add fuel to your ecommerce brand, visit www.octaneai.com or request a demo .
  • Octane AI is a zero-party data marketing platform for Shopify merchants.
  • Octane AI is an all-remote company employing team members in over 14 countries and was elected the 2021 Best Storefront App by the Shopify team.

Metro Inc. to Release 2021 Third Quarter Results

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
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MONTREAL, July 20, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ -Metro Inc. will release its third quarter fiscal 2021 results on August 11th, 2021.

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  • MONTREAL, July 20, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ -Metro Inc. will release its third quarter fiscal 2021 results on August 11th, 2021.
  • The release will be followed by a conference call at 9:00 a.m. (EDT).
  • Mr. Eric R. La Flche, President & CEO and Mr. Franois Thibault, Executive Vice President & CFO will hold a conference call intended for investors and financial analysts to comment on the financial results.
  • With annual sales of almost $18 billion, METRO Inc. is a food and pharmacy leader in Qubec and Ontario.

Rockcliff Completes $3 Million Sale to Kinross of Non-Core Gold Assets

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
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Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - July 20, 2021) - Rockcliff Metals Corporation (CSE: RCLF) (OTCQB: RKCLF) ("Rockcliff" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the closing of the sale of its 100% owned subsidiary, Goldpath Corporation ("Goldpath"), to Kinross Gold Corporation ("Kinross").

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  • Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - July 20, 2021) - Rockcliff Metals Corporation (CSE: RCLF) (OTCQB: RKCLF) ("Rockcliff" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the closing of the sale of its 100% owned subsidiary, Goldpath Corporation ("Goldpath"), to Kinross Gold Corporation ("Kinross").
  • The purchase price includes cash proceeds of $3 million and Net Smelter Return royalties ("NSR") on three of the Goldpath properties.
  • The consideration to be paid by Kinross to Rockcliff consists of the following:
    NSRs on the following properties:
    Ber Property - 2.0% NSR.
  • The cash proceeds from the sale of this non-core asset will assist Rockcliff as it continues to advance its project development strategy.

M Split Corp. Monthly Dividend Declared for Class I Preferred Shares

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
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TORONTO, July 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- M Split Corp. ("M Split") declares its monthly distribution of $0.03125 per share ($0.375 annually) for Class I Preferred shareholders.

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  • TORONTO, July 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- M Split Corp. ("M Split") declares its monthly distribution of $0.03125 per share ($0.375 annually) for Class I Preferred shareholders.
  • The Class I Preferred share dividends are paid at an annual rate of 7.50% based on the $5 notional issue price.
  • Distributions are payable August 10, 2021 to shareholders on record as at July 30, 2021.
  • M Split invests in common shares of Manulife Financial Corporation, the largest life insurer in Canada offering financial products and wealth management services.