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Acme United Reports Record Third Quarter Earnings of $0.58 Per Diluted Share

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Monday, October 23, 2023
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Net sales for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 were $149.6 million compared to $149.8 million in the same period in 2022.

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  • Net sales for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 were $149.6 million compared to $149.8 million in the same period in 2022.
  • Net income was $2.2 million, or $0.58 per diluted share, for the three months ended September 30, 2023, compared to $64,000, or $0.02 per diluted share, for the same period in 2022.
  • Net income for the nine months ended September 30, 2023 was $6.6 million, or $1.83 per diluted share, compared to $3.6 million, or $0.96 per diluted share, for the same period in 2022, an increase of 82% in net income and 91% in diluted earnings per share.
  • However, demand in the third quarter of 2023 was lower than in the third quarter of last year for school and office products.

Appeal launched to support people impacted by the escalating conflict in the Middle East

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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OTTAWA, Oct. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Red Cross has launched an appeal for the Middle East Humanitarian Crisis to provide humanitarian assistance to people impacted by escalating conflict in the region.

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  • OTTAWA, Oct. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Red Cross has launched an appeal for the Middle East Humanitarian Crisis to provide humanitarian assistance to people impacted by escalating conflict in the region.
  • The Canadian Red Cross is supporting the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement efforts to alleviate suffering and provide humanitarian assistance for people affected by the ongoing and escalating October 2023 crisis in the Middle East.
  • All humanitarian efforts of the Red Cross Red Crescent are guided by our seven fundamental principles including humanity, neutrality, and impartiality.
  • Canadians wishing to make a donation to the Middle East Humanitarian Crisis appeal can do so online at redcross.ca or by calling 1-800-418-1111.

Fairstone Announces New Three-Year Partnership With the Canadian Red Cross as Part of its Record-Breaking Edition of Community Matters Month

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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This marks a significant milestone during the company's record-breaking Community Matters Month, an annual celebration of volunteering and community engagement by Fairstone employees.

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  • This marks a significant milestone during the company's record-breaking Community Matters Month, an annual celebration of volunteering and community engagement by Fairstone employees.
  • Our long-term commitment with the Canadian Red Cross is an additional way for Fairstone to help those in need and build a stronger, more resilient society."
  • Fairstone is proud to extend its diverse corporate social responsibility program with the Canadian Red Cross.
  • This official partnership news between Fairstone and the Red Cross is shared as Fairstone wraps-up its annual Community Matters Month campaign.

RBC announces additional $1 million donation to United Jewish Appeal Federation of New York, American Friends of Magen David Adom and Save the Children

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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TORONTO, Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Building on the initial $250,000 CAD donation made yesterday, RBC today announced an additional donation of $1 million USD to United Jewish Appeal Federation of New York, American Friends of Magen David Adom and Save the Children.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Building on the initial $250,000 CAD donation made yesterday, RBC today announced an additional donation of $1 million USD to United Jewish Appeal Federation of New York, American Friends of Magen David Adom and Save the Children.
  • The donation includes contributions from the RBC Foundation USA (funded by RBC Capital Markets and RBC Wealth Management), Royal Bank of Canada and City National Bank.
  • The donation will provide added humanitarian and relief support, including emergency medical services, care for children in shelters, relocation support, trauma counselling and other activities as needs arise.
  • Those wanting to help support relief efforts are encouraged to donate online at ujafedny.org , afmda.org , savethechildren.org , jewishtoronto.com and redcross.ca .

Banks in Canada Supporting Humanitarian Crisis Appeal

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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The Canadian Red Cross supports the work of Magen David Adom (MDA), Israel's National Society, and the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) as members of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

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  • The Canadian Red Cross supports the work of Magen David Adom (MDA), Israel's National Society, and the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) as members of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
  • Canadians who wish to donate can contribute to the Canadian Red Cross' Middle East Humanitarian Crisis Appeal online at redcross.ca , by calling 1-800-418-1111, or at any branch or online where available from the banks listed below from October 16 to November 3, 2023.
  • Banks in Canada have long supported humanitarian and emergency relief appeals in Canada and internationally to help those affected by conflicts, extreme weather, natural catastrophes and health crises.
  • Banks in Canada understand the desperate need for humanitarian assistance and hope that by encouraging donations and supporting organizations responding to urgent needs, we can help facilitate assistance to those most in need of our help."

Scotiabank supports Canadian Red Cross and United Jewish Appeal for Humanitarian Efforts

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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TORONTO, Oct. 13, 2023 /CNW/ - Scotiabank announced today it is donating an initial $250,000 to the Canadian Red Cross Middle East Humanitarian Crisis Appeal and the UJA Federation of Greater Toronto Emergency Appeal for the People of Israel .

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 13, 2023 /CNW/ - Scotiabank announced today it is donating an initial $250,000 to the Canadian Red Cross Middle East Humanitarian Crisis Appeal and the UJA Federation of Greater Toronto Emergency Appeal for the People of Israel .
  • The donations will help to provide urgent humanitarian aid for those affected by the evolving conflict in the Middle East.
  • The Red Cross appeal is an international effort coordinated with the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement , supporting the work of Magen David Adom and the Palestine Red Crescent Society.
  • Donations to the UJA Federation of Greater Toronto can be made online and the Canadian Red Cross can be made online at redcross.ca , or at any Scotiabank branch starting on October 16, 2023.

RBC announces donation to Canadian Red Cross and the United Jewish Appeal for humanitarian efforts

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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TORONTO, Oct. 12, 2023 /CNW/ - Following the recent terrorist attacks on Israel, RBC today announced an initial donation of $250,000 to be divided between the Canadian Red Cross Middle East Humanitarian Crisis Appeal and the United Jewish Appeal.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 12, 2023 /CNW/ - Following the recent terrorist attacks on Israel, RBC today announced an initial donation of $250,000 to be divided between the Canadian Red Cross Middle East Humanitarian Crisis Appeal and the United Jewish Appeal.
  • The donation will provide aid for immediate and future humanitarian and relief needs on the ground, including lifesaving interventions, ongoing relief efforts, and other critical humanitarian activities as needs arise.
  • RBC continues to assess additional opportunities for support based on evolving needs.
  • RBC branches across Canada will also be accepting donations to the Canadian Red Cross.

Acme United Corporation Acquires the Assets of Hawktree Solutions, Inc.

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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SHELTON, Conn., Sept. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acme United Corporation (NYSE American: ACU) today announced that it has acquired selected assets of Hawktree Solutions, Inc., a supplier of first aid and survival kits, medical supplies, and training.

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  • SHELTON, Conn., Sept. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acme United Corporation (NYSE American: ACU) today announced that it has acquired selected assets of Hawktree Solutions, Inc., a supplier of first aid and survival kits, medical supplies, and training.
  • Hawktree has the exclusive license for first aid, safety, and survival products with the Canadian Red Cross.
  • We intend to work closely with the Canadian Red Cross to deliver outstanding products to those impacted by natural disasters.
  • In the short term, we will be re-activating the Hawktree website, filling existing orders, and working with customers on new programs.”

AtkinsRéalis ESG Report: A Journey to Engineer a Better Future For Our Planet and its People

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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"Approximately half of our total revenues in 2022 were derived from projects contributing to a sustainable future and carbon free economy.

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  • "Approximately half of our total revenues in 2022 were derived from projects contributing to a sustainable future and carbon free economy.
  • In doing so, we are ultimately living up to our purpose: to engineer a better future for our planet and its people."
  • "The last year saw us take a number of measures to enhance accountability and introduce rigour to our ESG processes," said Hentie Dirker, Chief ESG and Integrity Officer, AtkinsRéalis.
  • Conducted a materiality assessment and realigned the Company's ESG priorities with its new purpose: "Engineering a better future for our planet and its people".

Banks in Canada Support International Relief Efforts in Morocco and Libya

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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CIBC and Simplii Financial will be donating to the CIBC Foundation's Morocco Earthquake Relief Fund to provide help for those impacted.

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  • CIBC and Simplii Financial will be donating to the CIBC Foundation's Morocco Earthquake Relief Fund to provide help for those impacted.
  • Canadians who wish to donate can contribute to the Canadian Red Cross' Morocco Earthquake Appeal and Libya Floods Appeal online at redcross.ca , by calling 1-800-418-1111, or at any branch or online where available from the banks listed below from September 13 to October 4, 2023.
  • Banks in Canada have long supported humanitarian and emergency relief appeals in Canada and internationally to help those affected by extreme weather, natural catastrophes, health crises and conflicts including most recently in response to wildfires in Alberta , Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada and Northwest Territories and British Columbia .
  • "Canada's banks understand the desperate need for help in Morocco and Libya.