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Government of Canada launches public inquiry into foreign interference

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 7, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, announced the establishment of a Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 7, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, announced the establishment of a Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions.
  • The Government of Canada will continue to take steps to counter foreign interference and ensure Canada's democracy remains one of the strongest in the world.
  • – The Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs
    On March 6, 2023, the Government of Canada announced a series of measures to take further action on foreign interference and strengthen Canadians' confidence in our democracy.
  • The Government also received two reports by the Independent Special Rapporteur on Foreign Interference, the Right Honourable David Johnston, on May 23 and June 26, 2023.

Kenya Announces Inaugural Clean Cooking Delivery Unit in the Office of the President; Sierra Leone to Follow Suit

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

NAIROBI, Kenya , Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- At the Africa Climate Summit, the Government of Kenya today announced the inaugural Clean Cooking Delivery Unit, a team of experts embedded within the Office of the President to accelerate clean cooking access. With an emphasis on unlocking private sector capital and carbon finance to deliver on Kenya's ambitious climate and clean energy goals, the Delivery Unit will be housed at the highest level of government and will report to Special Climate Envoy Ali Mohamed.

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  • NAIROBI, Kenya , Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- At the Africa Climate Summit , the Government of Kenya today announced the inaugural Clean Cooking Delivery Unit , a team of experts embedded within the Office of the President to accelerate clean cooking access.
  • "In pursuit of this goal, we are working on a Memorandum of Understanding to introduce a Clean Cooking Delivery Unit based at the Executive Office of the President.
  • Sierra Leone and Kenya have pledged to join Africa's first Delivery Units Network on clean cooking, a new platform established and administered by the Clean Cooking Alliance to support each government's Delivery Unit.
  • "The Clean Cooking Alliance is proud to support Kenya, Sierra Leone, and other governments in implementing the clean cooking solutions that work best for them in pursuit of their national climate and clean energy goals," said Dymphna van der Lans, Chief Executive Officer of the Clean Cooking Alliance.

SBA Dedicates $20 Million to New Small Business Export Growth

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

And with these funds, small businesses can get trade-ready, attend trade shows in foreign markets, and grow through global e-commerce," said Administrator Guzman.

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  • And with these funds, small businesses can get trade-ready, attend trade shows in foreign markets, and grow through global e-commerce," said Administrator Guzman.
  • Since its creation in 2010 as part of The Small Business Jobs Act, the STEP program has awarded $235.5 million in grants and directly supported over 13,000 small businesses' international expansion and export growth.
  • Strengthening the base of small business exporters and improving global competitiveness on the international stage are key components of the SBA's small business strategy, in line with the Biden-Harris Administration's goals of expanding opportunity for America's small businesses to grow and compete.
  • To find out if your state or territory has earned an award, and to apply for funding opportunities, please visit: www.sba.gov/STEP and explore how small business counseling from local SBA Resource Partners can help inform your export strategy.

Curt Wood Appointed Executive Director of 2023-2024 Cybersecurity Priorities Report

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

Well-known IT executive and former CIO for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Curtis M. Wood has been announced as Executive Director for the 2023-2024 State, Local, and Higher Education (SLED) Cybersecurity Priorities Report (CPR).

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  • Well-known IT executive and former CIO for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Curtis M. Wood has been announced as Executive Director for the 2023-2024 State, Local, and Higher Education (SLED) Cybersecurity Priorities Report (CPR).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230830135002/en/
    Curtis M. Wood, former CIO for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and Executive Director for the 2023-2024 (SLED) Cybersecurity Priorities Report (Photo: Business Wire)
    “The 2022 CPR created more SLED leadership interest and attention than we had expected,” said Jack Danahy, VP of Strategy and Innovation at NuHarbor Security and former CPR leader.
  • As a Cabinet Secretary, he oversaw the Executive Office of Technology Services and Security (EOTSS), which included the strategy and operations of both IT and cybersecurity for the Commonwealth’s executive branch and agencies.
  • Read the 2022 SLED CPR and watch the webinar where cybersecurity experts dug into the findings.

Kettering Foundation Awards Fellowship to Kathleen Sebelius

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

DAYTON, Ohio, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Charles F. Kettering Foundation today announced it is awarding its first David Mathews Democracy Fellowship Award to former Kansas Governor and Obama administration Cabinet member Kathleen Sebelius.

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  • DAYTON, Ohio, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Charles F. Kettering Foundation today announced it is awarding its first David Mathews Democracy Fellowship Award to former Kansas Governor and Obama administration Cabinet member Kathleen Sebelius.
  • Sharon Davies, president and CEO of the Kettering Foundation, praised Sebelius' record of leadership at the state and national levels.
  • "The foundation is honored that Secretary Sebelius will be the first-ever recipient of the David Mathews Democracy Fellowship Award.
  • The Charles F. Kettering Foundation , headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, is a nonpartisan, nonprofit, operating foundation rooted in the American tradition of inventive research.

Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces a judicial appointment to the Federal Court

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Monday, August 28, 2023

OTTAWA, ON, Aug. 28, 2023 /CNW/ - The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointment under the judicial application process established in 2016.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Aug. 28, 2023 /CNW/ - The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointment under the judicial application process established in 2016.
  • Negar Azmudeh, Assistant Deputy Chairperson at the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada in Vancouver, is appointed a Judge of the Federal Court.
  • Budget 2022 provides for 22 new judicial positions, along with two associate judges at the Tax Court of Canada.
  • Federal judicial appointments are made by the Governor General, acting on the advice of the federal Cabinet and recommendations from the Minister of Justice.

Nevada Corporate Giving Report to Reveal Data on State's Annual Giving at 12th Annual Philanthropy Leaders Summit, Full Speaker Line-Up Announced

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Friday, August 25, 2023

LAS VEGAS, Aug. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Moonridge Foundation is gearing up for its 12th annual Philanthropy Leaders Summit on Friday, September 15 in Las Vegas and in Reno, where new data will be announced regarding Nevada's Corporate Giving trends, along with an exciting lineup of speakers to discuss strategic giving and conclude with a musical performance. The Moonridge Foundation is excited to announce two of Nevada's philanthropic game changers: Pilar Harris, Senior Director of CSR and Government Relations for Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc., and Sam Joffray, President & CEO, Las Vegas Super Bowl LVIII Host Committee will be at the event speaking on the Game Changing Philanthropy Panel.

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  • The Nevada Corporate Giving Council (NCGC), stewarded by Moonridge Group, will also reveal the annual statistical report on the corporate giving landscape of Nevada.
  • The report will provide information that quantifies the philanthropic efforts made by Nevada businesses and their employees.
  • For example, over the past decade, the report shows that Nevada companies gave in excess of $3 billion in total corporate giving while employee giving reached over $500 million.
  • Registration is available online at https://www.philanthropyleaderssummit.com
    To stay up to date on the Philanthropy Leaders Summit, "like" Philanthropy Leaders Summit on Facebook and join the conversation on Twitter by following @PhilanthropyLS and using the hashtag #PLS2023.

U.S. Small Business Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman to Speak at TriNet PeopleForce 2023

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

DUBLIN, Calif., Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TriNet (NYSE: TNET), a leading provider of comprehensive human resources solutions for small and medium-size businesses (SMBs), today announced the addition of Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman of the U.S. Small Business Administration as a speaker at TriNet PeopleForce 2023 .

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  • DUBLIN, Calif., Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TriNet (NYSE: TNET), a leading provider of comprehensive human resources solutions for small and medium-size businesses (SMBs), today announced the addition of Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman of the U.S. Small Business Administration as a speaker at TriNet PeopleForce 2023 .
  • Her discussion will center around the various ways entrepreneurs can financially support their small business through government loans, grants, and other resources.
  • As the 27th Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), she recently commemorated the agency's 70th anniversary .
  • "America depends on small business owners and innovative startups to create jobs, advance our economy and strengthen our global competitiveness," said Administrator Guzman.

Statement by the Prime Minister on the passing of the Honourable James K. Bartleman

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Friday, August 18, 2023

OTTAWA, ON, Aug. 18, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the passing of the Honourable James K. Bartleman:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Aug. 18, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the passing of the Honourable James K. Bartleman:
    "I join Canadians in mourning the passing of the former Lieutenant-Governor of Ontario, James K. Bartleman.
  • "Mr. Bartleman grew up in Port Carling, Ontario, and proudly belonged to the Chippewas of Rama First Nation.
  • A firm believer in the importance of social justice and equality, he dedicated his life to public service.
  • "Over the course of his career, Mr. Bartleman represented Canada abroad with his trademark professionalism and drive.

International Cybersecurity Championship & Conference (IC3) Celebrates Global Cyber Experts, Athletes, and Collaboration

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Friday, August 18, 2023

eSports fans were treated to two days of epic cybersecurity competition viewed in person and via Twitch, inspiring the future of cybersecurity workforce initiatives.

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  • eSports fans were treated to two days of epic cybersecurity competition viewed in person and via Twitch, inspiring the future of cybersecurity workforce initiatives.
  • Live streamed on Twitch , athletes, coaches, and support crews from around the globe united for the first time in the USA to compete in the International Cybersecurity Challenge (ICC) Championship.
  • Cybersecurity athletes ages 17 to 26 not only competed but also shared knowledge, collaborated, and embraced the cooperative spirit pivotal in addressing cybersecurity threats.
  • They discussed various topics such as Building High-Performing Cyber Teams, Getting Value from Cyber Exercises, Cyber Ranges, Achieving Resilience in Critical Infrastructure, and more.