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SEIU Local 2: Sobeys’ refusal to offer fair wages could mean a national boycott and significant lost revenue at Lawtons Drugs

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Friday, December 8, 2023

As the workers’ strike enters its fourth week, local, provincial, and national actions were revealed.

Key Points: 
  • As the workers’ strike enters its fourth week, local, provincial, and national actions were revealed.
  • “Sobeys’ offer of a nickel raise above minimum wage is a heartless insult,” said Danny Cavanagh, the NSFL President.
  • “It is shameful that these workers can’t afford to shop at the place they work,” said Debbie Richardson, the HDLC President.
  • For information about the workers’ efforts to win a fair contract from Sobeys, owners of Pete’s Frootique, visit www.PetesOnStrike.ca .

NuStar to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences

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Monday, December 4, 2023

The materials to be discussed in the meetings will be available on the partnership’s website by 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Tuesday, December 5, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • The materials to be discussed in the meetings will be available on the partnership’s website by 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Tuesday, December 5, 2023.
  • NuStar Energy L.P., a publicly traded master limited partnership based in San Antonio, Texas, is one of the largest independent liquids terminal and pipeline operators in the nation.
  • The partnership’s combined system has approximately 49 million barrels of storage capacity, and NuStar has operations in the United States and Mexico.
  • For more information, visit NuStar Energy L.P.’s website at www.nustarenergy.com and its Sustainability page at https://sustainability.nustarenergy.com/ .

BIOVECTRA Launches Specialized Capabilities in mRNA Drug Product Development and Biomanufacturing

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Friday, November 17, 2023

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231117977018/en/
    New Process Development Science Laboratory specializes in mRNA, pDNA, and LNP work (Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada).
  • This suite of BIOVECTRA capabilities specialized in mRNA, pDNA, lipid nanoparticle and fill / finish work is unique and the first of its kind in Canada.
  • From research discovery through to final commercial vials, BIOVECTRA can support clients from biotech start-ups to blue-chip pharmaceutical companies with their mRNA / pDNA drug product projects from its Atlantic Canada-based operations.
  • New Biomanufacturing Centre (Charlottetown, PEI): 36,000 square feet of cGMP manufacturing space for mRNA, pDNA and Lipid Nano Particle formulation.

ABK Biomedical announces that its Eye90 microspheres® device has been granted Breakthrough Device Designation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

HALIFAX, NS, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - ABK Biomedical, Inc. , an innovative, medical device company dedicated to the research, development, and commercialization of advanced imageable embolic therapies, announces its Eye90 microspheres device has been granted Breakthrough Device Designation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Key Points: 
  • HALIFAX, NS, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - ABK Biomedical, Inc. , an innovative, medical device company dedicated to the research, development, and commercialization of advanced imageable embolic therapies, announces its Eye90 microspheres device has been granted Breakthrough Device Designation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
  • This designation is for the proposed Eye90 microspheres indication for the treatment of patients living with unresectable Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC).
  • "We are pleased with the FDA's decision to grant Breakthrough Device Designation for Eye90 microspheres Y90 radioembolization device.
  • Dr. Aravind Arepally, Chief Medical Officer of ABK Biomedical, stated, "Eye90 microspheres radioembolization marks a significant breakthrough in the treatment of HCC.

Minister of Transport announces the Green Shipping Corridor Program to help cut pollution in marine shipping

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Friday, December 1, 2023

By making sure that marine shipping is done in sustainably, we not only help grow a strong economy and get people the goods they need, we help keep our environment healthy.

Key Points: 
  • By making sure that marine shipping is done in sustainably, we not only help grow a strong economy and get people the goods they need, we help keep our environment healthy.
  • Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honorable Pablo Rodriguez, announced the creation of the Green Shipping Corridor Program, an investment of $165.4 million, and launched a call for proposals under this program.
  • The program will establish green shipping corridors and help decarbonize the marine sector in major shipping areas along the Great Lakes, the St. Lawrence Seaway, and Canada's east and west coasts.
  • "With the new Green Shipping Corridor Program, Canada is taking another step towards meeting its commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050.

Minister of Transport announces launch of the National Supply Chain Office to strengthen Canada's supply chains and increase the economy's competitiveness

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Friday, December 1, 2023

Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, announced the establishment of the National Supply Chain Office, led by Assistant Deputy Minister Robert Dick.

Key Points: 
  • Today, the Minister of Transport, the Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, announced the establishment of the National Supply Chain Office, led by Assistant Deputy Minister Robert Dick.
  • The creation of a National Supply Chain Office delivers on one of the key recommendations of the National Supply Chain Task Force's report.
  • The creation of the National Supply Chain Office builds on the recommendations in the final report submitted by the National Supply Chain Task Force to the Minister of Transport on October 6, 2022.
  • The Office can be reached at [email protected]
    The National Supply Chain Office will develop and implement a National Supply Chain Strategy to identify priorities and support collaborative action to improve Canada's supply chains.

The Government of Canada Honours Commander (Ret'd) Rowland Marshall and Lieutenant-Commander (Ret'd) Sherry Richardson as Hometown Heroes

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

With an eye for adventure on sea and land, Sherry Richardson has contributed to her country and community for decades.

Key Points: 
  • With an eye for adventure on sea and land, Sherry Richardson has contributed to her country and community for decades.
  • To mark the 100th anniversary of the Naval Reserve in 2023, Parks Canada is honoured to add Commander (Ret'd) Rowland Marshall and Lieutenant-Commander (Ret'd) Sherry Richardson to the Hometown Heroes program.
  • "On behalf of the Government of Canada, I'm honoured to recognize Commander (Ret'd) Rowland Marshall and Lieutenant-Commander (Ret'd) Sherry Richardson as Parks Canada Hometown Heroes for their dedication to their community and their contributions to Canada.
  • Commander (Ret'd) Rowland Marshall and Lieutenant-Commander (Ret'd) Sherry Richardson had remarkable experiences throughout their careers and continue to inspire others.

The future of orthodontics, and docbraces, in Nova Scotia - something to smile about

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

"We are very happy to welcome Doctors Ranaweera, Haji, Mugford and Molla to our team," says Dr. Hatheway.

Key Points: 
  • "We are very happy to welcome Doctors Ranaweera, Haji, Mugford and Molla to our team," says Dr. Hatheway.
  • "These exceptional doctors have already started providing our patients in the region with the best care available today.
  • Originally from Sri Lanka, Dr. Ranaweera immigrated to Wolfville, Nova Scotia in 2010 to complete her undergraduate education at Acadia University.
  • "docbraces has strong, deep roots in Nova Scotia and with this new group of doctors, we can be sure the future is even brighter for us here.

Jazz celebrates 13 years as one of Nova Scotia's Top Employers

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

HALIFAX, NS, Nov. 28, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, Jazz Aviation LP ('Jazz') announces its selection as one of Nova Scotia's Top Employers for 2024 by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for the thirteenth consecutive year.

Key Points: 
  • HALIFAX, NS, Nov. 28, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, Jazz Aviation LP ('Jazz') announces its selection as one of Nova Scotia's Top Employers for 2024 by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for the thirteenth consecutive year.
  • "We're proud to call Nova Scotia the home of our airline operation that spans North America," said Randolph deGooyer, President, Jazz.
  • "Jazz has a long history in this region, and we're honoured to provide a supportive workplace for approximately 1,000 Nova Scotians."
  • These special designations recognize employers in Nova Scotia that lead their industries in offering exceptional places to work.

Announcing the 2023 Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures™, Canada's Most Admired CEO™, and Canada's Most Admired CPCO™ Winners

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Thursday, November 23, 2023

TORONTO, Nov. 23, 2023 /CNW/ - Waterstone Human Capital, Canada's leading cultural talent advisory firm, has announced the 2023 winners of the Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures™, Canada's Most Admired CEO™, and Canada's Most Admired Chief People and Culture Officer™ (CPCO) program.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Nov. 23, 2023 /CNW/ - Waterstone Human Capital, Canada's leading cultural talent advisory firm, has announced the 2023 winners of the Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures™, Canada's Most Admired CEO™, and Canada's Most Admired Chief People and Culture Officer™ (CPCO) program.
  • This national program recognizes best-in-class Canadian organizations, CEOs, and CPCOs for fostering high performance corporate cultures that help sustain a competitive advantage.
  • "This year's winners are leveraging culture to drive growth and success in today's highly competitive talent market through the acquisition, retention, and optimization of high-performance leaders, teams, and corporate cultures."
  • Award winners are recognized in five categories including Enterprise, Mid-Market, Growth, Emerging, and the Non-Profit and Broader Public Sector.