Grande Prairie

RBC Training Ground launches new season as Team Canada prepares for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

TORONTO, Jan. 16, 2024 /CNW/ - In its search for Canada's next Olympic talent, RBC is calling on young athletes to register for the newest season of RBC Training Ground .

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TORONTO, Jan. 16, 2024 /CNW/ - In its search for Canada's next Olympic talent, RBC is calling on young athletes to register for the newest season of RBC Training Ground .
With the Paris 2024 Olympic Games fast approaching, as many as 30 RBC Training Ground graduates are in line for spots on Team Canada.
This would mark a milestone for the program after five graduates represented Canada at the Beijing 2022 Olympic Games and eight graduates competed at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
RBC Training Ground was developed in partnership with the Canadian Olympic Committee and Canadian Olympic Foundation, with support from the Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Sport Institute Network.

National Police Federation Benevolent Foundation Announces NPFBF Bursary Program 2023 Recipients

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 7, 2023 /CNW/ - The National Police Federation Benevolent Foundation (NPFBF) is pleased to announce the 2023 recipients of the 17 NPFBF bursaries awarded annually, providing financial assistance to post-secondary students including 13 members of the public, one child of an RCMP Member, and three RCMP Member spouses.

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OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 7, 2023 /CNW/ - The National Police Federation Benevolent Foundation (NPFBF) is pleased to announce the 2023 recipients of the 17 NPFBF bursaries awarded annually, providing financial assistance to post-secondary students including 13 members of the public, one child of an RCMP Member, and three RCMP Member spouses.
"Paying it forward through bursaries that support public safety higher education for eligible students across Canada both supports students and honours the memories of our Fallen Members," said Kevin Halwa, Chair of the National Police Federation Benevolent Foundation.
In total, the NPFBF Bursary Program distributes $47,500 annually to eligible students across Canada.
Below is a list of 2023 bursary recipients, by category:
Atlantic/Central: Lauren Blakely (Waasis, N.B.

Vincent Communications and Controls Ltd., announces today that it has acquired Exo Splicing Inc. of Grande Prairie, Alberta.

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Thursday, July 6, 2023

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GRANDE PRAIRIE, AB, July 6, 2023 /CNW/ - The acquisition is a result of Scott Vincent (Vincent Communication and Controls Ltd.) and Justin Roach (Exo Splicing Inc.) coming together under the Vincent Communications brand to offer industry leading Fibre and Copper Splicing Services to Western Canada and Territories.

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GRANDE PRAIRIE, AB, July 6, 2023 /CNW/ - The acquisition is a result of Scott Vincent (Vincent Communication and Controls Ltd.) and Justin Roach (Exo Splicing Inc.) coming together under the Vincent Communications brand to offer industry leading Fibre and Copper Splicing Services to Western Canada and Territories.
Vincent Communications operates extensively along the Montney natural gas corridor with locations in Grande Prairie, AB, and Fort St. John, BC.
"We are excited to be able to expand our Fibre and Copper Splicing Division with the new addition and experience of Exo Splicing Inc. and Justin Roach" says Scott Vincent, President and CEO of Vincent Communications and Controls Ltd.
Justin Roach; Owner and Operator of Exo Splicing Inc. joins the Vincent Communications Team with over a decade of experience in major telecommunications splicing operations.
Vincent Communications Ltd. has actively conducted business in Western Canada since 2005.

Pipestone Energy Corp. Reports Voting Results of Annual Shareholder Meeting

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Thursday, June 22, 2023

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Ernst & Young LLP was appointed as auditors of Pipestone Energy to hold office until the next annual meeting, and the directors of Pipestone Energy were authorized to fix their remuneration.

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Ernst & Young LLP was appointed as auditors of Pipestone Energy to hold office until the next annual meeting, and the directors of Pipestone Energy were authorized to fix their remuneration.
The results of the ballot were as follows:
Pipestone is an oil and gas exploration and production company focused on developing its large contiguous and condensate rich Montney asset base in the Pipestone area near Grande Prairie.
Pipestone has achieved certification of all its production from its Montney asset under the Equitable Origin EO100TM Standard for Responsible Energy Development.
Pipestone shares trade under the symbol PIPE on the TSX.

Pipestone Energy Corp. Provides Update in Respect of Annual General Meeting

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Monday, June 19, 2023

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CALGARY, Alberta, June 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (PIPE – TSX) As previously disclosed on May 10, 2023, Paul Wanklyn, President and Chief Executive Officer of Pipestone Energy Corp. ("Pipestone"), has taken a leave of absence for health reasons.

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CALGARY, Alberta, June 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (PIPE – TSX) As previously disclosed on May 10, 2023, Paul Wanklyn, President and Chief Executive Officer of Pipestone Energy Corp. ("Pipestone"), has taken a leave of absence for health reasons.
Mr. Wanklyn has subsequently chosen to not put himself up for re-election to the Board of Directors at the annual general meeting of shareholders to be held on June 22, 2023 as he remains on leave.
Pipestone is an oil and gas exploration and production company focused on developing its large contiguous and condensate rich Montney asset base in the Pipestone area near Grande Prairie.
Pipestone has achieved certification of all its production from its Montney asset under the Equitable Origin EO100TM Standard for Responsible Energy Development.

Pipestone Energy Corp. Provides Additional Alberta Wildfire Impact Update

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023

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CALGARY, Alberta, May 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pipestone Energy Corp. (“Pipestone” or the “Company”) provides an update to the Alberta wildfire impact on its Grande Prairie area operations.

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CALGARY, Alberta, May 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pipestone Energy Corp. (“Pipestone” or the “Company”) provides an update to the Alberta wildfire impact on its Grande Prairie area operations.
We expect to increase production volumes over the coming days back to full productive capacity.
Pipestone is an oil and gas exploration and production company focused on developing its large contiguous and condensate rich Montney asset base in the Pipestone area near Grande Prairie.
Pipestone has achieved certification of all its production from its Montney asset under the Equitable Origin EO100™ Standard for Responsible Energy Development.

Pipestone Energy Corp. Provides Update to Wildfire Production Impact

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Monday, May 15, 2023

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CALGARY, Alberta, May 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (PIPE – TSX) Pipestone Energy Corp. (“Pipestone” or the “Company”) advises that its operations in the Grande Prairie area are again being impacted by the ongoing wildfires.

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CALGARY, Alberta, May 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (PIPE – TSX) Pipestone Energy Corp. (“Pipestone” or the “Company”) advises that its operations in the Grande Prairie area are again being impacted by the ongoing wildfires.
While timing remains uncertain, Pipestone is ready to resume production as soon as the currently shut down third party infrastructure is restarted.
Pipestone is an oil and gas exploration and production company focused on developing its large contiguous and condensate rich Montney asset base in the Pipestone area near Grande Prairie.
Pipestone has achieved certification of all its production from its Montney asset under the Equitable Origin EO100TM Standard for Responsible Energy Development.

Pipestone Energy Corp. Advises of Wildfire Impact on Grande Prairie Operations

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Monday, May 8, 2023

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CALGARY, Alberta, May 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (PIPE – TSX) Pipestone Energy Corp. (“Pipestone” or the “Company”) advises that its operations in the Grande Prairie area are being impacted by the ongoing wildfires.

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CALGARY, Alberta, May 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (PIPE – TSX) Pipestone Energy Corp. (“Pipestone” or the “Company”) advises that its operations in the Grande Prairie area are being impacted by the ongoing wildfires.
Pipestone expects to release its Q1 2023 results and provide an operations update prior to market open on Wednesday, May 10, 2023.
Pipestone is an oil and gas exploration and production company focused on developing its large contiguous and condensate rich Montney asset base in the Pipestone area near Grande Prairie.
Pipestone has achieved certification of all its production from its Montney asset under the Equitable Origin EO100TM Standard for Responsible Energy Development.

High Tide Opens Canna Cabana Location in Grande Prairie, Alberta

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Thursday, May 4, 2023

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This opening marks High Tide's 153rd Canna Cabana branded retail cannabis location in Canada and its 77th store in Alberta.

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This opening marks High Tide's 153rd Canna Cabana branded retail cannabis location in Canada and its 77th store in Alberta.
It is also the second Canna Cabana location to be opened in a major mall.
We remain committed to opening Canna Cabana stores in these prime power centre locations, expanding our innovative discount club model to communities across Canada," said Raj Grover, President and Chief Executive Officer of High Tide.
This third Grande Prairie location is our 77th Canna Cabana store in Alberta, further solidifying our position as the largest non-franchised retailer in both Alberta and Canada," added Mr. Grover.

Canadian Tire Corporation Expands Mark's Store Footprint Through Bed, Bath & Beyond Lease Acquisition

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

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TORONTO, May 2, 2023 /CNW/ - Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (TSX: CTC) (TSX: CTC.A) ("CTC" or the "Company") is increasing its store footprint through its agreement to acquire 10 strategic real estate leases, formerly held by Bed, Bath & Beyond in Canada for a final purchase price of $1.6 million.

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TORONTO, May 2, 2023 /CNW/ - Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (TSX: CTC) (TSX: CTC.A) ("CTC" or the "Company") is increasing its store footprint through its agreement to acquire 10 strategic real estate leases, formerly held by Bed, Bath & Beyond in Canada for a final purchase price of $1.6 million.
Acquiring these leases will enable CTC to continue building on the growth of its Mark's and Pro Hockey Life (PHL) banners.
CTC has designated six of the ten leases acquired for Mark's relocations in Grande Prairie, Medicine Hat, Red Deer and Strathcona County (Alberta), Langley (BC), and Oakville (Ontario).
In addition to the Mark's relocations, the agreement will allow CTC to implement plans for four new Pro Hockey Life (PHL) stores in Ontario.