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North American Helium Provides Corporate and Operational Update

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Monday, June 7, 2021
Technology, Other Natural Resources, Mining, Minerals, Semiconductor, Other Energy, Other Technology, Natural Resources, Research, Oil, Gas, Energy, Science, Physical sciences, Chemistry, Natural sciences, Chemical elements, Noble gases, Diving equipment, Helium, Lithium, Helium production in the United States, Helium-3

Helium content in the tested wells ranges from 0.45% to 0.75% in a bulk gas stream of > 95% nitrogen.

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  • Helium content in the tested wells ranges from 0.45% to 0.75% in a bulk gas stream of > 95% nitrogen.
  • Due to higher flow rates, higher pressure, and larger amounts of gas-in-place, these reservoirs have better economics than smaller, shallower, helium fields with higher helium content.
  • This allows us to build a sustainable, growing supply base and an ability to contribute meaningfully to the North American helium economy.
  • Founded in 2013, North American Helium is a Canadian-based private helium exploration and production company.

Canadian Agtech Company Croptimistic Technology Raises $5.2M in Series A Funding Led by Forage Capital Partners

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Friday, June 4, 2021
Software, Mobile, Wireless, Hardware, Utilities, Energy, Technology, Agriculture, Natural Resources, Environment, Construction & Property, Audio, Video, Building Systems, Agtech, Croptimistic Technology Inc., Forage Capital Partners, CROPTIMISTIC TECHNOLOGY INC., FORAGE CAPITAL PARTNERS

Croptimistic Technology Inc. (Croptimistic) announces $3.5M in Series A investment from Forage Capital Partners (Forage) to complement an additional $1.7M in funding from the founders and institutional debt.

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  • Croptimistic Technology Inc. (Croptimistic) announces $3.5M in Series A investment from Forage Capital Partners (Forage) to complement an additional $1.7M in funding from the founders and institutional debt.
  • Since the first year of operations in 2018, Croptimistic has grown to 18 staff across Canada, the USA and South Africa.
  • Croptimistic CEO and co-founder Cory Willness says, We are excited to take the next step of our journey with the team at Forage.
  • About Croptimistic Technology Inc.: Croptimistic is an internationally operating Agtech company founded by Cory Willness, Shannon Willness and Derek Massey.

Great Western Brewing Company launches Brewhouse Ultra

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
Great Western Brewing Company, Brewhouse

SASKATOON, SK, June 2, 2021 /CNW/ - Today, Great Western Brewing Company's Brewhouse brand rolls out the latest addition to their lineup - Brewhouse Ultra.

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  • SASKATOON, SK, June 2, 2021 /CNW/ - Today, Great Western Brewing Company's Brewhouse brand rolls out the latest addition to their lineup - Brewhouse Ultra.
  • -Mike Brennan, President & CEO, Great Western Brewing Company
    "Our new Brewhouse Ultra is the perfect summer beer.
  • Whether you're stuck inside or able to get out and enjoy the golf course, lake, mountains or your backyard Western Canadians deserve great taste and great value for under 100 calories," said Mike Brennan, President & CEO, Great Western Brewing Company.
  • About Great Western Brewing Company:
    A group of 16 determined and bold employees stood up, pooled their resources and formed the Great Western Brewing Company.

Nokia and SaskTel deliver high-bandwidth services to Saskatchewan consumer and business customers

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
Telecommunications, SaskTel, Saskatchewan, Network architecture, Ting Inc., Broadband, Local loop, Fiber to the premises by country, 10G-PON

Ottawa, Ontario Nokia today announced that it is working with SaskTel, the leading Information and Communications Technology (ICT) provider in Saskatchewan, to deliver gigabit speed across the province.

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  • Ottawa, Ontario Nokia today announced that it is working with SaskTel, the leading Information and Communications Technology (ICT) provider in Saskatchewan, to deliver gigabit speed across the province.
  • SaskTel currently offers business customers Gigabit services and with the launch of XGS- PON, SaskTel will now be able to offer Gigabit symmetrical services, and in the future, services with beyond Gigabit speeds.
  • XGS-PON will allow SaskTel to continue to evolve broadband services to meet the changing needs of business customers.
  • SaskTel and its wholly-owned subsidiaries offer a wide range of ICT products and services including competitive voice, data and Internet services, wireless data services, maxTV services, data centre services, cloud-based services, security monitoring services, advertising services, and international software and consulting services.

Brandt Announces Plan to Create 1,000+ New Jobs

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021
Brandt, Moline, Illinois, John Deere, Manufacturing, Secondary sector of the economy, Manufactured goods, Brandt Centre

The new positions will span the Regina-based company's 100+ location international network, focusing on roles in Canada and the USA.

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  • The new positions will span the Regina-based company's 100+ location international network, focusing on roles in Canada and the USA.
  • "Looking ahead, the growth trend for Brandt is strong, so the timing is ideal to make a major investment in our team."
  • The Brandt Group of Companies headquartered in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada is comprised of Brandt Agricultural Products, Brandt Engineered Products, Brandt Equipment Solutions, Brandt Road Rail, Brandt Positioning Technology, Brandt Truck Rigging & Trailers, Brandt Finance, Brandt Developments Ltd., Brandt Road Technology, Brandt Mineral Technology, and Brandt Tractor Ltd. the world's largest privately-owned John Deere Construction & Forestry equipment dealer.
  • Brandt is one of Canada's largest privately owned companies and is among an elite group of Platinum Club members of Canada's Best Managed Companies.

Nutrien to Host ESG Stakeholder Update

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Agriculture, Natural Resources, Other Natural Resources, Environment, Nutrien, Companies

Nutrien Ltd (TSX and NYSE: NTR) announced today that it will host an ESG Stakeholder Update, covering in more detail Nutriens Feeding the Future Plan, environmental, social and governance (ESG) targets and our climate action strategy, including our comprehensive Carbon Program on Wednesday, June 9 from 10:00 a.m. EDT to 11:00 a.m. EDT.

Key Points: 
  • Nutrien Ltd (TSX and NYSE: NTR) announced today that it will host an ESG Stakeholder Update, covering in more detail Nutriens Feeding the Future Plan, environmental, social and governance (ESG) targets and our climate action strategy, including our comprehensive Carbon Program on Wednesday, June 9 from 10:00 a.m. EDT to 11:00 a.m. EDT.
  • The presentation will be delivered by Mayo Schmidt, Nutriens President and CEO, Mark Thompson, Executive Vice President, Chief Corporate Development & Strategy Officer, Candace Laing, Vice President, Sustainability & Stakeholder Relations.
  • It is possible, the event may run somewhat longer than 11:00 a.m. EDT, depending on the number of questions received.
  • Nutrien is the world's largest provider of crop inputs and services, playing a critical role in helping growers increase food production in a sustainable manner.

Bringing Indigenous Perspectives to Canadians: First Nations University of Canada, Reconciliation Education and BMO launch new eLearning to mark National Indigenous History Month

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Indigenous peoples of North America, Articles, Institutional abuse, In Canada, Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, Indigenous peoples of the Americas, Canadian Indian residential school system

This tragedy emphasizes the need to learn and understand history in Canada from Indigenous perspectives, including the legacy and impact of Indian Residential Schools.

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  • This tragedy emphasizes the need to learn and understand history in Canada from Indigenous perspectives, including the legacy and impact of Indian Residential Schools.
  • REGINA, SK, June 1, 2021 /CNW/ - This year marks a tragic start to National Indigenous History Month.
  • "The painful news that has emerged regarding the Kamloops Indian Residential School underscores the critical importance of truth and reconciliation in Canada.
  • Developed in partnership with First Nations University of Canada, our award-winning resources assist the workplace and education sectors meet the Truth and Reconciliation Commission' Calls to Actions.

Red Leaf Pulp Selects Regina as Location for $350 Million Wheat Straw Pulp Mill

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Papermaking, Pulp and paper industry, Agriculture, Forestry, Paper, Cellulose, Pulp mill, Timber industry, Pulp, Asia Pulp & Paper, Wheat

The initial plant will have the capacity to produce approximately 182,000 tonnes of market pulp annually from waste wheat straw collected and aggregated from local producers.

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  • The initial plant will have the capacity to produce approximately 182,000 tonnes of market pulp annually from waste wheat straw collected and aggregated from local producers.
  • "Red Leaf is delighted to be locating in Regina and we look forward to working with the community, local businesses and the region's growers.
  • "I am very pleased Red Leaf has chosen to locate Canada's first non-wood pulp mill in Regina.
  • About Red Leaf Pulp Ltd.
    Red Leaf Pulp is developing the first non-wood pulp mill in Canada, producing a unique unbleached product demanded by the USD$350 Billion paper and packaging market.

Haztech Announces International Expansion into the United States

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Mining, Minerals, Natural Resources, Health, Articles, Dallas, Rescue swimmer, Firefighter, Urgent care center

Haztech announced today its international expansion into the United States.

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  • Haztech announced today its international expansion into the United States.
  • Haztech will bring its innovative network of professional and tailored healthcare and technical safety services to Dallas, San Antonio, and Houston, Texas which will serve as the headquarters of Haztech USA, LLC.
  • The US expansion brings aboard Barry Heath, who will serve as VP of Business Development for Haztech USA.
  • Heath, a former Firefighter-EMT and Navy Rescue Swimmer, has seen success in the establishment of MED+ Urgent Care and Testing which Haztech acquired as part of their US expansion.

Clearwater River Dene Nation Erects Security Checkpoint to Saskatchewan Uranium Fields

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Monday, May 31, 2021
Division No. 18, Saskatchewan, Clearwater River, Saskatoon, Dene, Saskatchewan, Geography of Canada

SASKATOON, SK, May 31, 2021 /CNW/ - The Clearwater River Dene Nation (CRDN) of north-west Saskatchewan has erected a Security Checkpoint on Highway #955 that runs through its reserve to the uranium rich zones located just to the north of the community.

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  • SASKATOON, SK, May 31, 2021 /CNW/ - The Clearwater River Dene Nation (CRDN) of north-west Saskatchewan has erected a Security Checkpoint on Highway #955 that runs through its reserve to the uranium rich zones located just to the north of the community.
  • The GOS is permitting exploration companies and their workforces access through the CRDN reserve and into lands north of Clearwater River occupied by CRDN families.
  • The CRDN has experienced some of the highest rates of COVID exposure and infection of all First Nations in Canada.
  • Allowing uranium exploration and development work to proceed on a business-as-usual basis at this time places CRDN community members' health and well-being at risk.