Ottawa Business Journal

Emler Swim School Splashes Into the Rockies With Colorado Springs Acquisition

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Thursday, August 3, 2023

DALLAS, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Emler Swim School (https://emlerswimschool.com), the nation's fastest-growing children's swimming school, has announced the acquisition of Donna's Dolphins Swim School in Colorado Springs. The acquisition marks the 43rd swim school operated by Emler and the 10th state in which the company operates.

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  • DALLAS, Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Emler Swim School ( https://emlerswimschool.com ), the nation's fastest-growing children's swimming school, has announced the acquisition of Donna's Dolphins Swim School in Colorado Springs.
  • The acquisition marks the 43rd swim school operated by Emler and the 10th state in which the company operates.
  • "Colorado Springs is a community that Emler has been looking to expand into for a number of years," says Greg Laird, CEO of Emler Swim School.
  • Over the course of the next few months, Donna's Dolphins will be rebranded as Emler Swim School Colorado Springs.

KPMG Law expands to better serve charities and not-for-profits in Canada

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

"Charities and not-for-profits are addressing some of the most pressing social and environmental issues and face increasing demands from donors and the public," says Justin Kutyan, Senior Partner, KPMG Law.

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  • "Charities and not-for-profits are addressing some of the most pressing social and environmental issues and face increasing demands from donors and the public," says Justin Kutyan, Senior Partner, KPMG Law.
  • He has represented clients at the Tax Court of Canada, the Federal Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court of Canada.
  • "By joining the KPMG Law family, we are able to combine our many years of specialized practice with KPMG's extensive service offering and trusted brand.
  • KPMG LLP is the law firm affiliated with KPMG in Canada.

Microbix Announces Nomination to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, February 22, 2022

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, Feb. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Microbix Biosystems Inc. (TSX: MBX, OTCQB: MBXBF, Microbix), a life sciences innovator and exporter, announces that Ms. Jennifer Stewart, an accomplished leader in Canadian business, government, and public affairs, has been nominated to become a member of its Board of Directors.

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  • MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, Feb. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Microbix Biosystems Inc. (TSX: MBX, OTCQB: MBXBF, Microbix), a life sciences innovator and exporter, announces that Ms. Jennifer Stewart, an accomplished leader in Canadian business, government, and public affairs, has been nominated to become a member of its Board of Directors.
  • Martin Marino, independent chair of Microbixs Board of Directors, commented, Im delighted to welcome Jennifer on behalf of Microbixs Directors, Management, Staff, and Shareholders.
  • Her nomination follows a process by which our board evaluated multiple qualified candidates.
  • Jennifer Stewart also remarked about her nomination, Ive observed how Microbix is improving public health for Ontarians and Canadians.

TELUS International’s Vanessa Kanu Named CFO Of The Year By The Ottawa Board Of Trade And Ottawa Business Journal

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Tuesday, November 16, 2021
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211116005319/en/
    Vanessa Kanu, CFO of TELUS International (Photo: Business Wire)
    Im truly honored and humbled to accept this prestigious award on behalf of the remarkable team Ive had the pleasure of leading, said Vanessa Kanu, CFO of TELUS International.
  • It has been an exciting year of growth and change, both personally, and for our company since I joined the organization last September.
  • Together, weve marked significant milestones like our IPO and our acquisitions of Lionbridge AI and Playment.
  • Her ability to learn our business so quickly and thoroughly is a true testament to her extensive financial experience and commitment to excellence.