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Why the Israel-Gaza conflict is so hard to talk about

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Friday, October 27, 2023
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It’s hard to escape the horrific images coming out of the Middle East.

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  • It’s hard to escape the horrific images coming out of the Middle East.
  • First came the news of the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas on Israel.
  • 1,400 people were viciously attacked and murdered and at least 200 more were kidnapped and taken hostage.
  • For all of us though, it’s raised intense challenges about how to talk about what is happening currently and what has been happening for decades.

­Sean Smith named President of Wyse Meter Solutions

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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CONCORD, Ontario, Oct. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Business transformation and innovation specialist Sean Smith has joined Wyse Meter Solutions Inc. (“Wyse”) as President, effective October 2, 2023.

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  • CONCORD, Ontario, Oct. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Business transformation and innovation specialist Sean Smith has joined Wyse Meter Solutions Inc. (“Wyse”) as President, effective October 2, 2023.
  • Smith will lead all strategic operations and initiatives for Wyse, ensuring efficient resource allocation and exceptional service delivery to clients and residents while driving growth and profitability.
  • His exceptional track record and visionary leadership align perfectly with our commitment to innovation and excellence,” said Peter Mills, CEO, Wyse.
  • “I am truly honoured to join the team at Wyse,” Smith said.

Awalé Resources Successfully Closes $2.36 Million Financings, Appoints New CEO, Welcomes New Directors, Settles Debt and Grants Stock Options

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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Full details of the financings, allocation of shares for debt and a grant of stock options are provided below.

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  • Full details of the financings, allocation of shares for debt and a grant of stock options are provided below.
  • Andrew is a geologist with 20 years of experience and has been intimately involved with the Company's projects since inception.
  • With a proven track record of success and exceptional leadership skills, Andrew is well-equipped to steer Awalé towards future success.
  • In addition to the CEO appointment, we are excited to welcome Stephen Stewart to Awalé's Board of Directors (the "Board").

Finalists Selected for CIEE's Inaugural GIC UNHCR Student Challenge in Berlin

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine, April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) Sunday announced the university student teams who will advance to the final round of the 2023 GIC UNHCR Student Challenge that will be held at the Global Internship Conference in Berlin on June 21-23, 2023.

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  • SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine, April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) Sunday announced the university student teams who will advance to the final round of the 2023 GIC UNHCR Student Challenge that will be held at the Global Internship Conference in Berlin on June 21-23, 2023.
  • For this inaugural GIC UNHCR Student Challenge, CIEE, in collaboration with co-sponsors UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency and Newlab , invited 36 student teams representing 42 universities and 11 countries to present their best ideas to address economic inclusion for forcibly displaced populations.
  • While in Berlin, the finalists will continue to workshop their proposal with guidance from a team mentor then present their idea in the 2023 GIC UNHCR Student Challenge finals.
  • The student teams selected as finalists fully embraced the spirit of the challenge and each presented an idea that has significant potential to address this critical challenge.

Viral Nation CEO Joe Gagliese Establishes the Young Entrepreneur Scholarship in Partnership With the University of Toronto

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023
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TORONTO , Jan. 25, 2023  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Joe Gagliese, Co-founder and CEO of the global social media technology company Viral Nation, has established The Young Entrepreneur Scholarship (YES) aimed to support students who are founders of their own businesses and pursuing post-secondary programs at the University of Toronto (U of T). Having experienced first-hand the difficulties of balancing entrepreneurship and academia, Gagliese hopes the YES will enable students to reach all their goals by easing the financial constraints that come with high education.

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  • TORONTO , Jan. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Joe Gagliese, Co-founder and CEO of the global social media technology company Viral Nation , has established The Young Entrepreneur Scholarship (YES) aimed to support students who are founders of their own businesses and pursuing post-secondary programs at the University of Toronto (U of T).
  • It can be hard to balance those factors and priorities as a young person," said Gagliese.
  • That's the one thing I never had at that critical junction in my life—that would have made all the difference."
  • Starting in Spring 2023, University of Toronto students across all programs including U of T Scarborough Management school are eligible to be YES recipients.

Experts on accessibility, ableism and inclusion across Canada gather for second National Dialogues and Action

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022
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The day-long virtual event brought together nearly 1,000 participants from across Canadian higher education and experts from outside the sector.

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  • The day-long virtual event brought together nearly 1,000 participants from across Canadian higher education and experts from outside the sector.
  • “When someone's access needs aren't being met, they're not able to get the feedback they're looking for or give feedback to junior colleagues and students.
  • He said while 27 per cent of Canadians have university degrees, only 17.6 per cent of Canadians with disabilities have one.
  • This was the second National Dialogues hosted by the University of Toronto Scarborough.

Ducks Unlimited Canada contributes to innovative climate research

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Thursday, November 24, 2022
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OAK HAMMOCK MARSH, MB, Nov. 23, 2022 /CNW/ - Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is contributing to innovative climate research focused on bringing Canada closer to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

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  • OAK HAMMOCK MARSH, MB, Nov. 23, 2022 /CNW/ - Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is contributing to innovative climate research focused on bringing Canada closer to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
  • Today, the Government of Canada is announcing funding for three novel projects as part of the Climate Action and Awareness Fund.
  • "We are pleased to join some of the country's top scientists as we explore how Canada can, and must, leverage the power of nature to address the climate crisis."
  • About Ducks Unlimited Canada:Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is the leader in wetland conservation.

BMO Celebrates 30th Anniversary of Indigenous Banking Unit with Donations to Empower Indigenous Communities

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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TORONTO, Nov. 16, 2022 /CNW/ - BMO today marks the 30th anniversary of its Indigenous Banking Unit (IBU) with contributions to Indigenous cultural and educational initiatives at three organizations.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 16, 2022 /CNW/ - BMO today marks the 30th anniversary of its Indigenous Banking Unit (IBU) with contributions to Indigenous cultural and educational initiatives at three organizations.
  • Indigenous Banking is more than a business at BMO," said Mike Bonner, Head, Canadian Business Banking, and Co-Chair, BMO Indigenous Advisory Council.
  • BMO established its IBU 30 years ago when it made the commitment to do more to serve Indigenous communities.
  • For more information about how BMO works with Indigenous communities in Canada, click here to view our annual Indigenous Partnerships and Progress Report.

Jean Lumb Foundation Announces the 2021 National Award Winners

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The Jean Lumb Foundation celebrates 24 years of awarding scholarships to recognize excellence in students of Chinese heritage from coast to coast.

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  • The Jean Lumb Foundation celebrates 24 years of awarding scholarships to recognize excellence in students of Chinese heritage from coast to coast.
  • A total of eighteen students will receive the Jean Lumb Award, including winners from British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario.
  • Two new awards have been added: Leader of Tomorrow Award in memory of Pam Lumb Collett, the youngest daughter of Jean Lumb; and, Judges Choice Award in memory of Valerie Mah.
  • The judging panel had the challenge of selecting the eighteen winners out of so many outstanding applications from across Canada, said Arlene Chan, eldest daughter of Jean Lumb and president of the Jean Lumb Foundation.

Doris McCarthy Artist-in-Residence program accepting applications for 2022

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Thursday, July 8, 2021
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TORONTO, July 8, 2021 /CNW/ - The Ontario Heritage Trust is now accepting applications to the 2022 Doris McCarthy Artist-in-Residence program.

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  • TORONTO, July 8, 2021 /CNW/ - The Ontario Heritage Trust is now accepting applications to the 2022 Doris McCarthy Artist-in-Residence program.
  • The residency program is open to professional Canadian artists practising a wide array of disciplines.
  • Artists will have the opportunity to live and create in the inspiring natural setting of the Doris McCarthy Artist-in-Residence Centre, " Fool's Paradise ", the former home and studio of celebrated Canadian landscape artist Doris McCarthy.
  • The Trust works with the Doris McCarthy Gallery (University of Toronto Scarborough), OCAD University, the Ontario Society of Artists and the Writer's Union of Canada on the development of the program.