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Nature's Touch fights inflation with its frozen foods

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022
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Frozen foods often cost less per serving and have a longer shelf life than fresh or refrigerated foods.

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  • Frozen foods often cost less per serving and have a longer shelf life than fresh or refrigerated foods.
  • Frozen foods, on the other hand, are a zero-waste solution because you thaw only as much as you need.
  • According to a study published in the British Food Journal, buying frozen foods generates 47% less waste than fresh and refrigerated foods.
  • Visit the Nature's Touch website to find several mouth-watering recipes using frozen fruits and vegetables.

Cognizant Commits $5.3 Million in Philanthropic Support to Expand STEM Education and Access to Tech Careers

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022
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TEANECK, N.J., Dec. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) has announced $5.3 million in philanthropic support for 14 organizations throughout the U.S. and Canada. This funding will help broaden access to K-12 STEM education and advance equitable career pathways, a philanthropic commitment consistent with Cognizant's vision to leverage technology to improve everyday life. The financial contributions announced today will support the following organizations:

Key Points: 
  • "Through our philanthropic efforts, we are expanding on-ramps to tech careers through greater access to high-quality STEM education and inclusion for those historically underrepresented in the industry.
  • The outlet provides in-depth coverage of industry-leading programs, ensuring students, families, policymakers, and companies learn about promising education and career pathways.
  • Ada Developers Academy Alexandra Holien, Interim CEO: "Ada is changing the face of tech, and we are thrilled that Cognizant is investing in our work.
  • Girlstart Shane Woods, Executive Director: "Thanks to support from Cognizant, Girlstart can provide free year-round STEM programming for 2,000+ girls in grades 4-8.

Canada's Food Price Report 2023 predicts Canadian families will spend up to $1065 more on food next year

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Monday, December 5, 2022
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Canada's Food Price Report 2023 predicts a 5% to 7% food price increase in 2023, with the most substantial increases in vegetables, dairy, and meat.

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  • Canada's Food Price Report 2023 predicts a 5% to 7% food price increase in 2023, with the most substantial increases in vegetables, dairy, and meat.
  • "Consumers will continue to get smarter about grocery shopping as they navigate through this so-called food inflation storm."
  • Canada's Food Price Report is an annual collaboration between research partners Dalhousie University, the University of Guelph, the University of Saskatchewan, and the University of British Columbia.
  • For more information, please read the complete Canada's Food Price Report 2023.

Government of Canada invests in the next generation of scientists and researchers

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Monday, November 28, 2022
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OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 28, 2022 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada values Canada's scientific community and proudly supports scientists and researchers in building a stronger, healthier and more equitable future for Canada.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 28, 2022 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada values Canada's scientific community and proudly supports scientists and researchers in building a stronger, healthier and more equitable future for Canada.
  • These scholars are the next generation of top-tier doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers in health, natural sciences and engineering, and social sciences and humanities.
  • "The Government of Canada continues to make record investments in science and research because we know it's key to creating a more equitable future for all.
  • Since 2016, the Government of Canada has invested more than $14 billion in science and research across the country.

Baytex Announces Executive Appointment and Departure of EVP & CFO

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Thursday, November 17, 2022
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Calgary, Alberta--(Newsfile Corp. - November 17, 2022) - Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX: BTE) today announced that Chad Kalmakoff has been promoted to Chief Financial Officer.

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  • Calgary, Alberta--(Newsfile Corp. - November 17, 2022) - Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX: BTE) today announced that Chad Kalmakoff has been promoted to Chief Financial Officer.
  • Mr. Kalmakoff replaces Rodney Gray, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, who has left the organization to pursue other opportunities.
  • Chad has led our finance team for seven years and is well positioned to step into this role.
  • Prior to joining Baytex, Mr. Kalmakoff was Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer at Kicking Horse Energy Inc. and Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer at Corinthian Exploration Ltd.

Emera Inc. Subsidiary Nova Scotia Power Reaches Settlement Agreement on General Rate Application, Including Fuel and Non-fuel Rates for 2023 and 2024

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Thursday, November 24, 2022
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Emera Inc. (TSX: EMA) and its wholly-owned subsidiary Nova Scotia Power (NS Power) announced today that NS Power has filed a proposed settlement agreement for its 2022-2024 General Rate Application (GRA) with the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (UARB).

Key Points: 
  • Emera Inc. (TSX: EMA) and its wholly-owned subsidiary Nova Scotia Power (NS Power) announced today that NS Power has filed a proposed settlement agreement for its 2022-2024 General Rate Application (GRA) with the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (UARB).
  • If approved by the UARB, the settlement will implement Bill 212, the provincially legislated cap on non-fuel rates for 2023 and 2024.
  • Nova Scotia Power Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Emera Inc. (TSX-EMA), a diversified energy and services company.
  • Nova Scotia Power provides 95% of the generation, transmission and distribution of electrical power to approximately 540,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers across Nova Scotia.

OPTIKNEE - international team working to prevent knee osteoarthritis after knee injury

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Thursday, November 24, 2022
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OPTIKNEE, led by Arthritis Research Canada, Research Scientist Dr. Jackie Whittaker, is an international group of over 40 scientists, patients and health care professionals working to address this issue.

Key Points: 
  • OPTIKNEE, led by Arthritis Research Canada, Research Scientist Dr. Jackie Whittaker, is an international group of over 40 scientists, patients and health care professionals working to address this issue.
  • This process resulted in 8 recommendations for health care after a knee injury and 6 recommendations for future research aimed at preventing knee osteoarthritis after an injury.
  • "These recommendations will ensure patients receive the best care following a traumatic knee injury, so that they don't develop osteoarthritis.
  • OPTIKNEE emerged from an international meeting focused on setting priorities for preventing osteoarthritis after knee injury.

The Government of Canada invests in science and technology projects supporting the goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050

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Thursday, November 24, 2022
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Canada continues to invest in focused science and technology that will drive clean innovation to help the country achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

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  • Canada continues to invest in focused science and technology that will drive clean innovation to help the country achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
  • Led by 12 universities and one non-governmental organization, these projects will strengthen Canada's science knowledge and be used to identify, accelerate, and evaluate actions leading to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Three of these projects include large-scale initiatives aimed at understanding and reducing greenhouse gas emissions at the municipal level.
  • Improved emissions monitoring at the local level and in landfills will help the Government of Canada find new opportunities to reduce emissions.

Support Arthritis Research Over the Holidays

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Wednesday, November 23, 2022
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Thanks to the work of Arthritis Research Canada, the leader in arthritis research in North America, arthritis isn't standing in Natasha's way.

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  • Thanks to the work of Arthritis Research Canada, the leader in arthritis research in North America, arthritis isn't standing in Natasha's way.
  • Arthritis Research Canada's 100+ innovative research projects are helping millions of people just like me triumph over arthritis and pursue our dreams.
  • Arthritis Research Canada is the largest clinical arthritis research institution in North America.
  • Arthritis Research Canada is leading research aimed at preventing arthritis, facilitating early diagnosis, finding new and better treatment, and improving quality of life.

Royal House Partners Names Doug Hart Chief Executive Officer

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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DALLAS, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Royal House Partners ("RHP") a leading provider of residential HVAC, plumbing and electrical services announces the appointment of Doug Hart as Chief Executive Officer.

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  • DALLAS, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - Royal House Partners ("RHP") a leading provider of residential HVAC, plumbing and electrical services announces the appointment of Doug Hart as Chief Executive Officer.
  • Prior to Terminix, Mr. Hart was Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Reliance Home Comfort, a large Canadian home services company.
  • Mr. Hart holds a BCom from Memorial University of Newfoundland and an MBA from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
  • Since inception the family of Royal House Partners brands has grown with the addition of seven additional HVAC and plumbing companies.