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BMO Releases wîcihitowin - 3rd Annual Indigenous Partnerships and Progress Report and Announces New Indigenous Advisory Council Members

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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Report highlights BMO's focus on advancing Indigenous education, employment, and economic empowerment

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  • Report highlights BMO's focus on advancing Indigenous education, employment, and economic empowerment
    TORONTO, Sept. 14, 2023 /CNW/ - BMO today released wîcihitowin (pronounced: wee-chih-hito-win), its 3rd annual Indigenous Partnerships and Progress Report.
  • A nehiyawewin/Cree term meaning "helping and supporting each other", wîcihitowin highlights BMO's partnerships with and commitment to Indigenous communities with inspiring stories from Indigenous customers, employees, and community leaders.
  • As well, BMO announced six new members of its Indigenous Advisory Council (IAC).
  • BMO has more than $230 million in authorized loans for housing purposes in Indigenous communities, including its On-Reserve Home Loan Program.

BMO Marks National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day with Support for Indigenous-Led Organizations that Empower Communities

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Thursday, June 15, 2023
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"While our commitment to Indigenous customers and communities is part of how we do business every day, each year we welcome the opportunity to mark National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day in meaningful ways through our support of key initiatives and by continuing to innovate to serve Indigenous colleagues, customers and communities."

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  • "While our commitment to Indigenous customers and communities is part of how we do business every day, each year we welcome the opportunity to mark National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day in meaningful ways through our support of key initiatives and by continuing to innovate to serve Indigenous colleagues, customers and communities."
  • BMO's gift will support the Home for Reconciliation capital expansion initiative, ensuring thousands more can access programs and supports in 2024.
  • For more than three decades, BMO has been working with Indigenous communities to support their economic self-determination.
  • For more information about how BMO works with Indigenous communities in Canada, click here to view BMO's annual Indigenous Partnerships and Progress Report.

CIBC named one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers for 13th consecutive year

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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TORONTO, March 7, 2023 /CNW/ - CIBC is proud to announce that it has been named Canada's Best Diversity Employer by MediaCorp Canada for the 13th consecutive year.

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  • TORONTO, March 7, 2023 /CNW/ - CIBC is proud to announce that it has been named Canada's Best Diversity Employer by MediaCorp Canada for the 13th consecutive year.
  • The annual award recognizes Canadian employers that have demonstrated exceptional initiatives, policies, and programs towards creating inclusive workplaces.
  • CIBC was selected for launching ground-breaking initiatives that promote belonging and ensure everyone can achieve their full potential.
  • CIBC's President and Chief Executive Officer chairs the CIBC Inclusion and Diversity Leadership Council which oversees the implementation of the bank's global inclusion strategy.

Rideau Hall Foundation announces National Advisory Committee on Indigenous Teacher Education (NACITE)

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 31, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) announced membership to the National Advisory Committee on Indigenous Teacher Education (NACITE).

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 31, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Rideau Hall Foundation (RHF) announced membership to the National Advisory Committee on Indigenous Teacher Education (NACITE).
  • The Rideau Hall Foundation's goal is to meaningfully contribute to transforming education across Canada by supporting Indigenous-led teacher education pathways and strategies.
  • Transforming education across Canada is possible through supporting new and existing Indigenous-led teacher education pathways and increasing the number of Indigenous K-12 teachers.
  • The members of this advisory committee bring expertise and insight into Indigenous education and will ensure Indigenous peoples and perspectives guide this work."

VMware and First Nations University of Canada Launch New Digital Partnership

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Monday, October 17, 2022
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Established in 1976, the First Nations University of Canada is Canada'sonlynational First Nations-owned post-secondary institution.

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  • Established in 1976, the First Nations University of Canada is Canada'sonlynational First Nations-owned post-secondary institution.
  • VMware isaleading provider of multi-cloud services for all apps, enabling digital innovation with enterprise control.
  • Asa trusted foundation to accelerate innovation, VMware software gives businesses the flexibility and choice they need to build the future.
  • Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, VMware is committed to building a better future through the company's 2030 Agenda.

BMO Expands Minority Small Business Lending with Launch of U.S. Native-owned Business Program

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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The program, launched on National Indigenous Peoples Day, expands the bank's investment in small business lending to increase resources for women-, Black- and Latinx-owned businesses to include Native American-owned businesses.

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  • The program, launched on National Indigenous Peoples Day, expands the bank's investment in small business lending to increase resources for women-, Black- and Latinx-owned businesses to include Native American-owned businesses.
  • "With the launch of BMO for Native-owned Businesses, we are breaking down historical financial barriers to create a more inclusive business environment.
  • Every business owner deserves access to funding that helps their business grow and make real financial progress," said Niamh Kristufek, Head, U.S. Business Banking, BMO.
  • BMO has set a goal to double its Indigenous Banking business in Canada from $4B to $8B.

BMO Releases Wîcihitowin ᐑᒋᐦᐃᑐᐏᐣ- Annual Indigenous Partnerships and Progress Report and Provides Free Access to eLearning to the Public

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022
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"We are honoured to share the Nisitohtamowin eLearning initiative, and to launch Wcihitowin,BMO's second annual Indigenous Partnerships and Progress Report, reflecting BMO's Purpose to Boldly Grow the Good in business and life.

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  • "We are honoured to share the Nisitohtamowin eLearning initiative, and to launch Wcihitowin,BMO's second annual Indigenous Partnerships and Progress Report, reflecting BMO's Purpose to Boldly Grow the Good in business and life.
  • This year BMO celebrates the 30th anniversary of its Indigenous Banking Unit (IBU), which has long served Indigenous communities across Canada.
  • BMO has more than $200 million in authorized loans for housing purposes in Indigenous communities, including its On-Reserve Home Loan Program.
  • For advancing Indigenous interests and economic development, BMO has received Gold Certification in Progressive Aboriginal Relations (PAR) six consecutive times.

Amnesty International Canada announces winners of 2021-2022 Media Awards

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022
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The winners will accept their awards during a virtual ceremony at 7:30 pm ET/4:30 pm PT on Wednesday, October 12, to be streamed on Amnesty International Canadas Facebook page .

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  • The winners will accept their awards during a virtual ceremony at 7:30 pm ET/4:30 pm PT on Wednesday, October 12, to be streamed on Amnesty International Canadas Facebook page .
  • She won an Amnesty Media Award for her December 2020 expos on the high rate of worker injuries at Amazon warehouses in Canada.
  • Cory Ruf is Amnesty International Canadas Media Officer, a former journalist, and a past recipient of an Amnesty Media Award.
  • John Tackaberry served as Amnesty International Canadas Media Officer for more than 20 years and worked for many years as a journalist before that.

Indigenous prosperity and well-being essential to Canada’s future: Report

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022
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Called Economic Reconciliation through Indigenous Prosperity , the report is rooted in Sodexos global commitment to sustainability, diversity & inclusion and fighting hunger, which guides every decision the organization makes.

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  • Called Economic Reconciliation through Indigenous Prosperity , the report is rooted in Sodexos global commitment to sustainability, diversity & inclusion and fighting hunger, which guides every decision the organization makes.
  • Sodexo Canada is currently engaged in about 40 partnerships with Indigenous communities and nations across Canada and works with more than 100 Indigenous-owned suppliers.
  • The companys experience is that Indigenous partnerships and business relationships work best when they are based on respect, recognition, revenue sharing and representation.
  • The role played by the companys internal Council for Indigenous People (CIP) employee network group to promote and celebrate Indigenous people, cultures, and values.

Nature Foundation announces appointment of Dr. Mark Dockstator as new Board Chair

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Thursday, May 12, 2022
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Dockstator, who lives in Oakville, Ontario, also serves on other boards including the Rideau Hall Foundation, the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, and the Royal Military College.

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  • Dockstator, who lives in Oakville, Ontario, also serves on other boards including the Rideau Hall Foundation, the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, and the Royal Military College.
  • Dockstator draws from his personal experience in guiding his commitment to the Nature Foundation.
  • The Nature Foundation is an independent charitable entity supporting the Canadian Museum of Nature by inspiring philanthropic investments in nature for discovery, research and education to foster solutions for our future.
  • To discover more about the Nature Foundation, visit foundation.nature.ca or contact Laura Evans, Executive Director and Chief Advancement Officer ( [email protected] ).