Canadian folklore

Scientists Narrow Search For Mysterious Mad Trapper To Sweden

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Friday, July 30, 2021
Branches of biology, Canadian folklore, Comedy, Biology, Genomics, Persons of National Historic Significance, Albert Johnson, Fugitives, The Mad Trapper, Genome, Whole genome sequencing, Mad

During the pursuit, the Mad Trapper shot and killed Constable E. Millen.

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  • During the pursuit, the Mad Trapper shot and killed Constable E. Millen.
  • With the help of indigenous guides the Mad Trapper was located and killed during a gun battle on the Eagle River on February 17, 1932.
  • Starting from exhumed remains, the Othram team leveraged Forensic-Grade Genome Sequencing to develop a comprehensive genealogical profile for the Mad Trapper.
  • Our analysis suggests that the Mad Trapper is their descendant, or he is the descendant of one of their close relatives.

Calin Rovinescu to Retire as President and CEO of Air Canada Early Next Year

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Friday, October 16, 2020
Airlines, Aviation, Fur trade, Oregon Country, Canadian culture, Canadian folklore, Economic history of Canada, Hudson's Bay Company, Hudson's Bay, Air Canada, Star Alliance, HBC

On behalf of the Air Canada Board of Directors, I sincerely thank Calin for his incredible contribution to Air Canada, a contribution that will bear fruit for years to come.

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  • On behalf of the Air Canada Board of Directors, I sincerely thank Calin for his incredible contribution to Air Canada, a contribution that will bear fruit for years to come.
  • Prior to joining Air Canada, Mr. Rousseau was President of Hudson's Bay Company (HBC) and before that, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of HBC.
  • Air Canada is a founding member of Star Alliance, the world's most comprehensive air transportation network.
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Métis Nation Responds to Conservative Leader's View of Macdonald and Riel

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Thursday, September 10, 2020
Creative works, Persons of National Historic Significance, Métis in Canada, Canadian folklore, Louis Riel, Canadian culture, North-West Rebellion, Metis, Riel

He is contrasting Macdonald's legacy with that of our Mtis Nation leader Louis Riel, who Macdonald hanged for treason, to show how perceptions of our historical figures change with time and require abalanced look at history.

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  • He is contrasting Macdonald's legacy with that of our Mtis Nation leader Louis Riel, who Macdonald hanged for treason, to show how perceptions of our historical figures change with time and require abalanced look at history.
  • I recognize both Macdonald and Riel as founders of Canada albeit with divergent visions of what this country should be.
  • Let us hope that, despite references to Riel and western alienation, the omission of the Mtis Nation from his platform does not doom the Conservative Party to forget the lessons of history once again.
  • There are approximately 400,000 Mtis Nation citizens in Canada, roughly a quarter of all Aboriginal peoples in the country.

Hudson’s Bay Company Announces Court Approval of Privatization Transaction

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Friday, February 28, 2020
Fashion, Online, Other Retail, Retail, Department Stores, Hudson's Bay Company, Trade, Fur trade, Oregon Country, Economy, Canadian folklore, Economic history of Canada, Saks Fifth Avenue, Saks, Toronto Stock Exchange

Hudsons Bay Company (TSX: HBC) has received approval from the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (Commercial List) of the statutory plan of arrangement under which HBC will become a private company owned by certain continuing shareholders, while the companys other shareholders will receive $11.00 per share in cash.

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  • Hudsons Bay Company (TSX: HBC) has received approval from the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (Commercial List) of the statutory plan of arrangement under which HBC will become a private company owned by certain continuing shareholders, while the companys other shareholders will receive $11.00 per share in cash.
  • The arrangement was overwhelmingly approved by the companys shareholders at a special meeting held on February 27, 2020.
  • HBCs leading businesses across North America include Saks Fifth Avenue, Hudsons Bay, and Saks OFF 5TH.
  • It has partnered with Simon Property Group Inc. in the HBS Joint Venture, which owns properties in the United States.

Hudson’s Bay Company Shareholders Approve Privatization Transaction

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Thursday, February 27, 2020
Fashion, Luxury, Retail, Department Stores, Specialty, Trade, Canadian folklore, Economic history of Canada, Fur trade, Hudson's Bay Company, Oregon Country, Economy, Retailing, Saks Fifth Avenue

Hudsons Bay Companys (TSX: HBC) shareholders voted overwhelmingly in favor of a plan to become a private company at a special meeting of shareholders held earlier today.

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  • Hudsons Bay Companys (TSX: HBC) shareholders voted overwhelmingly in favor of a plan to become a private company at a special meeting of shareholders held earlier today.
  • The special resolution also required approval by a majority of the minority shareholders and 94.46 percent of the votes cast by minority shareholders were voted in favor of the resolution.
  • Under the plan of arrangement, HBC will become a private company owned by a group of continuing shareholders led by Richard Baker, Governor and Executive Chairman of HBC.
  • HBCs leading businesses across North America include Saks Fifth Avenue, Hudsons Bay, and Saks OFF 5TH.

Hudson’s Bay Company Announces Filing of Amended and Restated Management Information Circular in Respect of Special Meeting of Shareholders

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Friday, January 31, 2020
Fashion, Retail, Luxury, Other Consumer, Consumer, Department Stores, Specialty, Economy, Financial markets, Companies, Canadian folklore, Economic history of Canada, Fur trade, Hudson's Bay Company, Oregon Country, Shareholder

Hudsons Bay Company (TSX: HBC) (HBC or the Company) today announced it has filed an Amended and Restated Management Information Circular (the Circular) in connection with the special meeting of shareholders (the Special Meeting) to be held at The Arcadian Loft, 8th Floor, 401 Bay Street, Toronto, Ontario, on February 27, 2020.

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  • Hudsons Bay Company (TSX: HBC) (HBC or the Company) today announced it has filed an Amended and Restated Management Information Circular (the Circular) in connection with the special meeting of shareholders (the Special Meeting) to be held at The Arcadian Loft, 8th Floor, 401 Bay Street, Toronto, Ontario, on February 27, 2020.
  • The purpose of the Special Meeting is to obtain shareholder approval of a transaction in which Hudsons Bay Company will become a private company, owned by certain continuing shareholders (the Continuing Shareholders), and the Companys other shareholders (the Minority Shareholders) will receive $11.00 per share in cash.
  • It is strongly suggested that shareholders consult their own tax advisors and read carefully the tax disclosure section of the Circular.
  • The Company intends to mail the Circular to its shareholders in the upcoming days.

Iain Nairn Named President of Hudson’s Bay

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Monday, January 13, 2020
Human resources, Specialty, Professional services, Fashion, Luxury, Cosmetics, Retail, Department Stores, Canadian folklore, Economic history of Canada, Fur trade, Hudson's Bay Company, Oregon Country, Hudsons, Hudson Motor Car Company, Companies, Economy, Trade

Hudsons Bay Company (TSX: HBC) today announced that Iain Nairn has been appointed President, Hudsons Bay, effective January 12th, 2020.

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  • Hudsons Bay Company (TSX: HBC) today announced that Iain Nairn has been appointed President, Hudsons Bay, effective January 12th, 2020.
  • Helena Foulkes commented, We took time to conduct a thorough, worldwide search to ensure we found the right person to lead the business and steward the Hudsons Bay brand.
  • Iain brings strong leadership, sharp focus and in-depth expertise that I believe will make a positive impact on Hudsons Bay.
  • On his appointment, Mr. Nairn said, Few brands have such a strong awareness and connection with customers as does Hudsons Bay, and I am thrilled to join such an iconic retail institution.

Bigfoot Biomedical® Announces Initial $45 Million of a Series C Financing Led by Abbott

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Monday, January 13, 2020
Biotechnology, Diabetes, Medical devices, Health, Medical Supplies, Canadian culture, American culture, Culture, Bigfoot Biomedical, Medical monitoring, Canadian folklore, Culture of British Columbia, Bigfoot, Tranche

Bigfoot Biomedical, Inc. announced today that the company has raised $45 million in the initial tranche of a Series C equity financing.

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  • Bigfoot Biomedical, Inc. announced today that the company has raised $45 million in the initial tranche of a Series C equity financing.
  • The round is led by Abbott with support from existing investors, including Quadrant Capital Advisors, Senvest Capital, Janus Henderson, and Cormorant Asset Management.
  • Series C funds will also be directed toward clinical trials of future generation Bigfoot Unity systems incorporating closed-loop technology for injection users.
  • We are excited to announce Abbotts deepening support of Bigfoot Biomedical with this Series C financing, said Jeffrey Brewer, chief executive officer of Bigfoot Biomedical.

HBC Announces Return of Chief Financial Officer

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Thursday, December 19, 2019
Fashion, Professional services, Retail, Luxury, Department Stores, Human resources, Fur trade, Oregon Country, Trade, Economy, Canadian folklore, Economic history of Canada, Hudson's Bay Company, AlixPartners, Hudson's Bay

Hudson's Bay Companys (TSX:HBC) Chief Financial Officer, Ed Record, will return from medical leave and resume his duties, effective December 20, 2019.

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  • Hudson's Bay Companys (TSX:HBC) Chief Financial Officer, Ed Record, will return from medical leave and resume his duties, effective December 20, 2019.
  • With his return, Becky Roof, a Managing Director with AlixPartners LLC, will step down as Interim CFO.
  • Mr. Record joined HBC as Chief Financial Officer in August 2017 and has been focused on streamlining the company and improving the companys balance sheet.
  • HBC is a diversified retailer focused on driving the performance of high-quality stores and their omni-channel platforms and unlocking the value of real estate holdings.

Notice from the Office of the Secretary - Ontario Securities Commission

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Thursday, December 19, 2019
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THE CATALYST CAPITAL GROUP INC. and HUDSON'S BAY COMPANY, RICHARD A. BAKER, LISA BAKER, LISA AND RICHARD BAKER ENTERPRISES, LLC, RED TRUST, YELLOW TRUST, BLUE TRUST, ROBERT BAKER, CHRISTINA BAKER, A TRUST FOR BETTINA JANE RICHMAN, A TRUST FOR EMMA RICHMAN, A TRUST FOR FRANCESCA RICHMAN, ASHLEY S. BAKER 3/15/84 TRUST, LION TRUST, MR. AND MRS. ROBERT BAKER FAMILY FOUNDATION, CHRISTINA BAKER TRUST FOR GRANDCHILDREN, ROBERT C. BAKER TRUST FOR GRANDCHILDREN, WILLIAM MACK, THE WILLIAM AND PHYLLIS MACK FAMILY FOUNDATION, INC., MACK 2010 FAMILY TRUST I, RICHARD MACK WRS ADVISORS III, LLC, WRS ADVISORS IV, LLC, LEE NEIBART, LEE S. NEIBART 2010 GRAT, HANOVER INVESTMENTS (LUXEMBOURG) S.A., ABRAMS CAPITAL PARTNERS I, L.P., ABRAMS CAPITAL PARTNERS II, L.P., WHITECREST PARTNERS, LP, FABRIC LUXEMBOURG HOLDINGS S..R.L., L&T B (CAYMAN) INC. and RUPERT ACQUISITION LLC,

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  • THE CATALYST CAPITAL GROUP INC. and HUDSON'S BAY COMPANY, RICHARD A. BAKER, LISA BAKER, LISA AND RICHARD BAKER ENTERPRISES, LLC, RED TRUST, YELLOW TRUST, BLUE TRUST, ROBERT BAKER, CHRISTINA BAKER, A TRUST FOR BETTINA JANE RICHMAN, A TRUST FOR EMMA RICHMAN, A TRUST FOR FRANCESCA RICHMAN, ASHLEY S. BAKER 3/15/84 TRUST, LION TRUST, MR. AND MRS. ROBERT BAKER FAMILY FOUNDATION, CHRISTINA BAKER TRUST FOR GRANDCHILDREN, ROBERT C. BAKER TRUST FOR GRANDCHILDREN, WILLIAM MACK, THE WILLIAM AND PHYLLIS MACK FAMILY FOUNDATION, INC., MACK 2010 FAMILY TRUST I, RICHARD MACK WRS ADVISORS III, LLC, WRS ADVISORS IV, LLC, LEE NEIBART, LEE S. NEIBART 2010 GRAT, HANOVER INVESTMENTS (LUXEMBOURG) S.A., ABRAMS CAPITAL PARTNERS I, L.P., ABRAMS CAPITAL PARTNERS II, L.P., WHITECREST PARTNERS, LP, FABRIC LUXEMBOURG HOLDINGS S..R.L., L&T B (CAYMAN) INC. and RUPERT ACQUISITION LLC,
    A copy of the Order dated December 18, 2019 is available at www.osc.gov.on.ca