Companies of Canada

WestJet introduces service to Amsterdam from Calgary

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Monday, June 14, 2021
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As the airline with the most flights from Calgary, the new service from WestJet's hub will operate on the 787 Dreamliner, starting August 5, 2021.

Key Points: 
  • As the airline with the most flights from Calgary, the new service from WestJet's hub will operate on the 787 Dreamliner, starting August 5, 2021.
  • WestJet's service between Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) and Calgary International Airport (YYC) will operate two-times weekly beginning August 5, 2021 and will increase to three-times weekly as of September 9.
  • The new service is timed to ensure that transatlantic flights departing from Calgary to Amsterdam are scheduled to support late-day departures and daytime arrivals.
  • Details of WestJet's service between Calgary and Amsterdam:

McCain Foods Commitment will Help Limit Global Warming to 1.5°C

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Friday, June 11, 2021
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TORONTO, June 11, 2021 /CNW/ -McCain Foods' commitment to cut in half greenhouse gas emissions across all of its global operations by the end of the decade has been verified to align with efforts to limit global warming to 1.5C.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, June 11, 2021 /CNW/ -McCain Foods' commitment to cut in half greenhouse gas emissions across all of its global operations by the end of the decade has been verified to align with efforts to limit global warming to 1.5C.
  • Consistent with its Global Sustainability Strategy and pledge to produce planet-friendly food, McCain Foods made the commitment with the release of its first sustainability report last year.
  • "By having our targets validated as science-based, McCain is ensuring our actions will make a meaningful contribution to global efforts to tackle climate change," says Max Koeune, President and Chief Executive Officer of McCain.
  • McCain Foods (Canada) is the Canadian division of McCain Foods Limited, an international leader in the frozen food industry.

McCain Foods donating 1.5M Meals* to Feeding America®

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Thursday, June 10, 2021
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Building a partnership with Feeding America will help ensure that perishable food from McCain Foods feeds families, and not landfills.

Key Points: 
  • Building a partnership with Feeding America will help ensure that perishable food from McCain Foods feeds families, and not landfills.
  • "This partnership with Feeding America will help us meet ambitious targets for North America around food donation, volunteering hours and community development projects," says Kerry Hunnius, Vice President Business Transformation & Sustainability for McCain Foods North America.
  • McCain Foods Thriving Community targets in North America include:
    Increase Food Donations As a Feeding America Supporting Partner, McCain Foods committed to a donation of $150,000 USD roughly equivalent to 1.5 million meals donated.
  • McCain Foods and Feeding America already enjoy a relationship, with McCain donating more than 250,000 pounds of food to Feeding America between August and December 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Versus Systems Launching Shopify App To Add Ecommerce and Small Business Rewards

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Thursday, June 10, 2021
Publishing, S&P/TSX 60, Shopify, Mobile app, Companies of Canada, Companies

Versus prize-based advertising app allows Shopify partners to connect their stores to the Versus ad platform, where they can then serve their products, coupons, offers, and product samples to audiences inside a wide variety of apps, games, and shows.

Key Points: 
  • Versus prize-based advertising app allows Shopify partners to connect their stores to the Versus ad platform, where they can then serve their products, coupons, offers, and product samples to audiences inside a wide variety of apps, games, and shows.
  • Versus engagement platform already works with a number of games, apps, streams, and live events, including the apps of multiple NFL, NHL, MLB, and NBA teams.
  • The Versus platform can be integrated into streaming media, TV, mobile, console, and PC games, as well as mobile apps.
  • For more information, please visit www.versussystems.com or visit the official Versus Systems YouTube channel .

TC Energy confirms termination of Keystone XL Pipeline Project

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021
TC Energy, Pipelines in Canada, S&P/TSX 60, Keystone Pipeline, Companies of Canada, Economy of Canada, TC

CALGARY, Alberta, June 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TC Energy Corporation (TSX, NYSE: TRP) (TC Energy or the Company) confirmed today that after a comprehensive review of its options, and in consultation with its partner, the Government of Alberta, it has terminated the Keystone XL Pipeline Project (the Project).

Key Points: 
  • CALGARY, Alberta, June 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TC Energy Corporation (TSX, NYSE: TRP) (TC Energy or the Company) confirmed today that after a comprehensive review of its options, and in consultation with its partner, the Government of Alberta, it has terminated the Keystone XL Pipeline Project (the Project).
  • Construction activities to advance the Project were suspended following the revocation of its Presidential Permit on January 20, 2021 .
  • TC Energys infrastructure plays a critical role in powering the North American economy, delivering the energy people need every day, safely and responsibly.
  • Forward-looking statements in this document are intended to provide TC Energy security holders and potential investors with information regarding TC Energy and its subsidiaries, including management's assessment of TC Energy's and its subsidiaries' future plans and financial outlook.

Judy Cotte to Join Onex as Head of ESG

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021
Onex Corporation, Onex, Companies of Canada, Finance, Investment

TORONTO, June 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Onex Corporation (Onex) (TSX: ONEX) today announced the appointment of Judy Cotte as Head of ESG for Onex.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, June 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Onex Corporation (Onex) (TSX: ONEX) today announced the appointment of Judy Cotte as Head of ESG for Onex.
  • In this new position, Ms. Cotte will lead Onex ESG efforts, with a focus on enhancing Onex investment processes across its platforms, partnering with investors and clients to help meet investment objectives and reporting requirements, and aligning Onex with industry best-practices.
  • Onex has been a responsible investor since our founding and were excited to welcome Judy to the team to further enhance our ESG efforts, said Bobby Le Blanc, President of Onex and Head of Onex Partners.
  • She is joining Onex from ESG Global Advisors, a firm she founded to bridge the gap between companies and investors on ESG factors.

Riskified Joins Shopify Plus Certified App Program to Expand its Support of Shopify Merchants with Increased Revenue and Reduced Costs

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021
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NEW YORK, June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Riskified ,the leading fraud prevention solutions provider today announced that they have joined the Shopify Plus Certified App Program to bring the Chargeback Guarantee to Shopify Plus enterprise merchants.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Riskified ,the leading fraud prevention solutions provider today announced that they have joined the Shopify Plus Certified App Program to bring the Chargeback Guarantee to Shopify Plus enterprise merchants.
  • Enterprise merchants relying on Shopify Plus to sell anywhere can see their sales increase and costs lower when they go live with Riskified.
  • The Shopify Plus certification means that Riskified has been carefully vetted for the performance, support, and security that enterprise merchants demand.
  • "The Shopify Plus Certified App program is designed to meet the advanced requirements of the world's fastest-growing brands," said Fatima Yusuf, Director of Partnerships, Shopify.

Riskified Joins Shopify Plus Certified App Program to Expand its Support of Shopify Merchants with Increased Revenue and Reduced Costs

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021
Publishing, S&P/TSX 60, Shopify, Riskified, E-commerce, Merchant services, Companies of Canada, Chargeback, Shop

NEW YORK, June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Riskified ,the leading fraud prevention solutions provider today announced that they have joined the Shopify Plus Certified App Program to bring the Chargeback Guarantee to Shopify Plus enterprise merchants.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, June 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Riskified ,the leading fraud prevention solutions provider today announced that they have joined the Shopify Plus Certified App Program to bring the Chargeback Guarantee to Shopify Plus enterprise merchants.
  • Enterprise merchants relying on Shopify Plus to sell anywhere can see their sales increase and costs lower when they go live with Riskified.
  • The Shopify Plus certification means that Riskified has been carefully vetted for the performance, support, and security that enterprise merchants demand.
  • "The Shopify Plus Certified App program is designed to meet the advanced requirements of the world's fastest-growing brands," said Fatima Yusuf, Director of Partnerships, Shopify.

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Tokyo Tatemono and HPL Announce Plans for Brand New Hotel in Osaka, Japan

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021
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The high-rise tower will feature residences by Brillia, a meeting hall that serves as a base for tourism and business, and the upcoming Four Seasons Hotel Osaka.

Key Points: 
  • The high-rise tower will feature residences by Brillia, a meeting hall that serves as a base for tourism and business, and the upcoming Four Seasons Hotel Osaka.
  • The project will contribute to the development of Osaka by creating a new symbol of the city.
  • "We appreciate the opportunity to partner with Tokyo Tatemono, one of Japan's leading real estate companies, on our investment in the One Dojima Project," says Ong Beng Seng, Managing Director, Hotel Properties Limited.
  • Four Seasons Hotel Osaka will complement the brand's existing properties in Japan, including Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Marunouchi , Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi , Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto , and the upcoming Four Seasons Resort Okinawa.

Onex to Present at the Morgan Stanley US Financials, Payments & CRE Virtual Conference

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Monday, June 7, 2021
Onex Corporation, Onex, Companies of Canada, Finance, Companies

TORONTO, June 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Onex Corporation (Onex) (TSX: ONEX) today announced that Chris Govan, Chief Financial Officer of Onex, will present virtually at the Morgan Stanley US Financials, Payments & CRE Virtual Conference on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at 9:30a.m.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, June 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Onex Corporation (Onex) (TSX: ONEX) today announced that Chris Govan, Chief Financial Officer of Onex, will present virtually at the Morgan Stanley US Financials, Payments & CRE Virtual Conference on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at 9:30a.m.
  • A live webcast of the presentation will be available on the Presentations and Events section of Onex website at https://www.onex.com/events-and-presentations .
  • With offices in Toronto, New York, New Jersey, Boston and London, Onex and its experienced management teams are collectively the largest investors across Onex platforms.
  • Onex shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the stock symbol ONEX.