Belleville, Ontario

Rogers to Bring its Fibre-Powered Network to Residents and Businesses of Ontario’s Quinte Region

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Thursday, July 29, 2021

TORONTO, July 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reliable high-speed internet is more important than ever for Canadians. Working remotely, running a business, learning online and staying connected to the things and people that matter most requires connectivity. That is why Rogers is proud to be taking the next step in closing the digital divide by expanding its network to the communities of Quinte West, Belleville and Prince Edward County.

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  • Businesses in the area that will benefit from this investment, include schools, medical clinics, hotels, restaurants, grocery stores, and much more.
  • That is why Rogers is proud to be taking the next step in closing the digital divide by expanding its network to the communities of Quinte West, Belleville and Prince Edward County.
  • As part of its $140 million investment, Rogers will expand its fibre network delivering fibre-to-the home technology, servicing more than 20,000 homes and businesses in Quinte West, Belleville and Prince Edward County.
  • We couldnt be more thrilled that Rogers is taking the initiative to build a fibre network within the rural areas of Quinte West, said Quinte West Mayor Jim Harrison.

Loyalist College Ranks #1 For Industry Research Income as Percentage of Total Research Income

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Tuesday, December 15, 2020

BELLEVILLE, ON, Dec. 15, 2020 /CNW/ - Loyalist College reached an institutional milestone today when it was recognized as one of Canada's top 50 research colleges.

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  • BELLEVILLE, ON, Dec. 15, 2020 /CNW/ - Loyalist College reached an institutional milestone today when it was recognized as one of Canada's top 50 research colleges.
  • This is the first time Loyalist has ranked on Research Infosource Inc.'s annual list, placing first in the country for industry research income as a percentage of total research income and eighth for college research income growth.
  • "What an incredible achievement for Loyalist College, the Bay of Quinte region, and our industry partners," said Dr. Ann Marie Vaughan, Loyalist College President & CEO.
  • Loyalist is Ontario's Destination College, empowering students, faculty, staff, and partners through experiential, industry cluster-based education, training and applied research programs.

HEXO virtually unveils Belleville manufacturing Centre of Excellence, Truss bottling facility

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Thursday, December 10, 2020

OTTAWA, Dec. 10, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HEXO Corp (HEXO or the Company) (TSX: HEXO; NYSE: HEXO) is proud to virtually unveil its Centre of Excellence in Belleville, including the Truss Beverage Co (Truss) bottling facility through its joint venture with Molson Coors Canada.

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  • OTTAWA, Dec. 10, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HEXO Corp (HEXO or the Company) (TSX: HEXO; NYSE: HEXO) is proud to virtually unveil its Centre of Excellence in Belleville, including the Truss Beverage Co (Truss) bottling facility through its joint venture with Molson Coors Canada.
  • We are thrilled to celebrate the year with our shareholders by virtually showcasing our manufacturing Centre of Excellence in Belleville, said Sebastien St-Louis, CEO and co-founder of HEXO.
  • The operational capabilities in Belleville have been instrumental in helping us reach the number one position in Canada in both the hash and beverage categories.
  • The Company serves the Canadian adult-use markets under its HEXO Cannabis, Up Cannabis and Original Stash brands, and the medical market under HEXO medical cannabis.

Working during a pandemic with no sick days: Janitors at Loyalist College raise concerns about safety as students prepare to return to campus

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Thursday, August 6, 2020

BELLEVILLE, Ontario, Aug. 05, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Janitors working at Loyalist College have been labouring day and night to prepare for students return to campus in September.

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  • BELLEVILLE, Ontario, Aug. 05, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Janitors working at Loyalist College have been labouring day and night to prepare for students return to campus in September.
  • Janitors at Loyalist College are fighting their employer for sick days, a fair wage, and retirement security.
  • Absent paid sick days and adequate pay, workers feel compelled by financial constraints to come into work even while sick.
  • The students, janitors, and staff of Loyalist College, plus the wider Belleville community, deserve to know that every step is being taken to ensure health and safety.

HEXO’s Belleville facility receives its sales license

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Monday, June 1, 2020

Receiving the sales license for our Belleville facility is extremely positive news for HEXO and Truss, our joint-venture with Molson Coors Canada, said Sebastien St-Louis, CEO and co-founder of HEXO.

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  • Receiving the sales license for our Belleville facility is extremely positive news for HEXO and Truss, our joint-venture with Molson Coors Canada, said Sebastien St-Louis, CEO and co-founder of HEXO.
  • The Belleville facility will act as the main development, processing and distribution facility for HEXOs cannabis products.
  • HEXOs Belleville facility is a purpose-built manufacturing centre.
  • Over the coming months, HEXO looks forward to showcasing the Belleville facility to its investors, local stakeholders and the media.

Belleville, ON Revealed as Grand Prize Winner of KRAFT HEINZ PROJECT PLAY

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Sunday, October 28, 2018

- Belleville receives $250,000 to build Field of Ability, home of the Challenger Baseball League -

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  • - Belleville receives $250,000 to build Field of Ability, home of the Challenger Baseball League -
    TORONTO, Oct. 28, 2018 /CNW/ - Today, Kraft Heinz, in partnership with TSN and RDS, announced Belleville, ON as the Grand Prize winner of KRAFT HEINZPROJECT PLAY2018.
  • The Field of Ability will be home to Belleville's Challenger Baseball League, which provides an opportunity for children and youth with cognitive and/or physical disabilities to play baseball.
  • The grand prize money will go toward building an accessible baseball field, fostering a greater sense of inclusiveness and community.
  • "It has been amazing to again see so many communities across Canada submit nominations as they work towards improving their places to play," said James Duthie, TSN Host and Kraft Heinz Project Play Ambassador.