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Minister MacAulay opens Canada's first-ever Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-Food Office

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

While in Manila, Philippines, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, joined Canadian stakeholders, government partners, and dignitaries to officially open Canada's Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-Food Office (IPAAO) and begin a new chapter for Canada's engagement in the region.

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  • While in Manila, Philippines, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, joined Canadian stakeholders, government partners, and dignitaries to officially open Canada's Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-Food Office (IPAAO) and begin a new chapter for Canada's engagement in the region.
  • "I'm so pleased to be in Manila to open Canada's first-ever Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-Food Office.
  • -       The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food
    "Today's opening of the Indo-Pacific Agriculture and Agri-Food Office in Manila marks an exciting milestone in Canada's Indo-Pacific Strategy!
  • This office will expand our trade network at home and abroad, and create opportunities for Canadian businesses working in the agriculture and agri-food sector.

FuelPositive Accelerating Toward Sustainable Solutions

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

FuelPositive remains on track to deliver its first commercial system in early Spring 2024.

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  • FuelPositive remains on track to deliver its first commercial system in early Spring 2024.
  • The company announces the introduction of a Performance Guarantee on operating costs (OPEX) and production output for the trailblazing early adopters of FuelPositive technology.
  • FuelPositive has invited the Hieberts and other customer-farmers to visit its facilities throughout March 2024.
  • FuelPositive is also focusing on commercializing the FP1500 system in response to global inquiries from farms 10,000 acres and larger.

Minister MacAulay concludes productive visit to Washington, D.C.

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Friday, January 19, 2024

While in Washington, Minister MacAulay met with the United States Secretary of Agriculture, Tom Vilsack.

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  • While in Washington, Minister MacAulay met with the United States Secretary of Agriculture, Tom Vilsack.
  • During the meeting, Minister MacAulay raised proposed changes in voluntary "Product of USA" labelling regulations for meat and livestock and California's Proposition 12.
  • The Minister reaffirmed Canada's concerns that these rules have the potential to restrict trade and disrupt supply chains.
  • - The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food
    This is the first ministerial outreach to the U.S. by Minister MacAulay since his reappointment as Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food on July 26, 2023.

Minister MacAulay concludes successful outreach to Saskatchewan and Alberta

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Thursday, August 17, 2023

OTTAWA, ON, Aug. 17, 2023 /CNW/ - The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, concluded productive meetings with key industry and provincial agriculture and agri-food stakeholders during his outreach to Saskatchewan and Alberta this week.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Aug. 17, 2023 /CNW/ - The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, concluded productive meetings with key industry and provincial agriculture and agri-food stakeholders during his outreach to Saskatchewan and Alberta this week.
  • During his visit to Saskatchewan, Minister MacAulay delivered remarks during the official opening of the thirty-second meeting of the Tri-National Agricultural Accord, which was held in Saskatoon from August 14-16.
  • On the margins of the Tri-National Accord meeting, Minister MacAulay met with Saskatchewan Minister of Agriculture, David Marit, to discuss the priorities for Saskatchewan's agricultural sector, including challenges related to extreme weather.
  • This is the first ministerial outreach to Saskatchewan and second visit to Alberta by Minister MacAulay since his reappointment as Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food on July 26, 2023.

LIU SHIMING ART FOUNDATION PARTNERS WITH MACAULAY HONORS COLLEGE

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

NEW YORK, April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- At a special event on April 11, 2023 at Macaulay Honors College, the Liu Shiming Art Foundation formally donated the sculpture, "Dream to Fly," to the school as part of their ongoing efforts to continue Liu Shiming's legacy.

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  • The partnership includes a sculpture installation and ceremony, auction donation and panel discussion surrounding the work and legacy of Chinese sculptor Liu Shiming
    NEW YORK, April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- At a special event on April 11, 2023 at Macaulay Honors College, the Liu Shiming Art Foundation formally donated the sculpture, "Dream to Fly," to the school as part of their ongoing efforts to continue Liu Shiming's legacy.
  • We hope the idea behind this sculpture inspires Macaulay students and serves as a reminder Shiming's valuable lesson to always take the risk to pursue your dreams," shared Liu Shiming Art Foundation board member Geoffrey M. Glick.
  • In conjunction with the donation of "Dream to Fly," the Liu Shiming Art Foundation and Macaulay Honors College hosted a panel discussion surrounding the work and life of Liu Shiming.
  • In addition to the events that took place on April 11, 2023, the Liu Shiming Art Foundation will be auctioning off three sculptures at the Macaulay Honors College Gala on April 24, 2023, at Bohemian National Hall.

CANADA'S SOLAR INDUSTRY SET FOR MAJOR BOOST AS CHARGE SOLAR APPLAUDS NEW FEDERAL INVESTMENT TAX CREDITS

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

VICTORIA, BC, April 4, 2023 /CNW/ - Charge Solar , one of Canada's leading solar, battery storage, and EV charging distributors, welcomes the 2023 Federal Budget's new investment tax credits for renewables .

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  • VICTORIA, BC, April 4, 2023 /CNW/ - Charge Solar , one of Canada's leading solar, battery storage, and EV charging distributors, welcomes the 2023 Federal Budget's new investment tax credits for renewables .
  • The company believes that these tax credits will significantly boost the solar and storage industry in Canada.
  • "Solar is already a financially viable investment in Canada; however, the introduction of investment tax credits was a necessary step to accelerate Canada's clean energy transition towards a net-zero electricity grid in 2035 and net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050," says Jeff MacAulay, Charge Solar CEO.
  • "As an industry builder, Charge Solar is committed to supporting the growth of the Canadian solar market and helping solar installers take full advantage of these incentives.

Powerful Yuxweluptun painting to be offered at auction in support of Residential School survivors

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

All proceeds from the sale of the work will benefit two important organizations supporting awareness and the survivors of Residential Schools.

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  • All proceeds from the sale of the work will benefit two important organizations supporting awareness and the survivors of Residential Schools.
  • Since commencing the project, Yuxweluptun generously offered to increase the size of the work to a commanding six-by-eight feet.
  • The painting will be offered by Heffel Fine Art Auction House through an online auction from May 25 until June 22, with an auction estimate of $125,000 to $175,000.
  • All proceeds from the sale of the painting, including Heffels Buyers Premium and auction fees, will be donated to two outstanding organizations; the Orange Shirt Society and the Indian Residential School Survivors Society .

Minister Bibeau and Minister MacAulay meet with United States Secretary of Agriculture Vilsack

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Friday, January 28, 2022

Secretary Vilsack expressed understanding for the challenges, and reaffirmed the importance of a science-based approach in the resolution of this matter.

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  • Secretary Vilsack expressed understanding for the challenges, and reaffirmed the importance of a science-based approach in the resolution of this matter.
  • Secretary Vilsack also confirmed that a decision on Puerto Rico will be rendered in under two weeks.
  • Ministers Bibeau and MacAulay and Secretary Vilsack agreed to remain closely engaged on the matter of PEI potatoes.
  • Additionally, Minister Bibeau and Secretary Vilsack took the opportunity to underscore the importance of working collaboratively to address climate change and environmental sustainability in the agriculture sector, and discussed dairy tariff rate quotas (TRQs).

EDCO Products Inc. Names Jim Macaulay and Jeff Breitzman to its Board of Directors

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Monday, November 22, 2021

HOPKINS, Minn., Nov. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- EDCO Products Inc., a Minnesota-based industry leading manufacturer of residential and commercial exterior building products, today announced that Jim Macaulay and Jeff Breitzman have been appointed to the company's Board of Directors.

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  • HOPKINS, Minn., Nov. 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- EDCO Products Inc., a Minnesota-based industry leading manufacturer of residential and commercial exterior building products, today announced that Jim Macaulay and Jeff Breitzman have been appointed to the company's Board of Directors.
  • Currently, Macaulay is the Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President of Corporate Strategy at Marvin Windows and Doors.
  • Macaulay currently serves on the Board of Directors at Hardwoods, Inc., a wholesale distributor of building products; and Nucraft, an office furniture manufacturer specializing in conference rooms and meeting spaces.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Macaulay and Breitzman to the Board of Directors during this exciting time of growth," said Nancy M. Dahl, EDCO's Chair of the Board.

The Royal Canadian Legion holds 2021 National Remembrance Day Ceremony

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Friday, November 12, 2021

OTTAWA, Nov. 11, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 100th anniversary of the Poppy as the countrys symbol of Remembrance was the theme of Canadas National Remembrance Day Ceremony in Ottawa.

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  • OTTAWA, Nov. 11, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 100th anniversary of the Poppy as the countrys symbol of Remembrance was the theme of Canadas National Remembrance Day Ceremony in Ottawa.
  • All who were present paid tribute accompanied by prayers, special music, a 21-gun salute, and a fly-past by CF-18 Hornet aircraft.
  • The annual ceremony organized by The Royal Canadian Legion ensures the country never forgets our fallen Veterans.
  • We are a non-profit organization with a national reach across Canada as well as branches in the U.S., and Europe.