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Operation Northern Fur leads to $20,000 in fines and a prohibition order for a Manitoba resident who illegally imported, exported, and transported wildlife

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Monday, January 22, 2024

Operation Northern Fur's goal was to dismantle a network of illegal wildlife trade activities both within Canada, and between Canada and the United States.

Key Points: 
  • Operation Northern Fur's goal was to dismantle a network of illegal wildlife trade activities both within Canada, and between Canada and the United States.
  • Operation Northern Fur resulted in charges for illegally importing, exporting, and transporting wildlife.
  • Created in 1995, the Environmental Damages Fund is a Government of Canada program administered by Environment and Climate Change Canada.
  • The Fund directs monies received from fines, penalties, court orders, and voluntary payments to projects that will repair environmental damage or benefit the environment.

Seal River Watershed Alliance, Government of Canada, and Manitoba Government sign a historic agreement to protect one of the largest ecologically intact watersheds in the world

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

Located in northern Manitoba, the 50,000 km2 Seal River Watershed is one of the largest remaining ecologically intact watersheds in the world.

Key Points: 
  • Located in northern Manitoba, the 50,000 km2 Seal River Watershed is one of the largest remaining ecologically intact watersheds in the world.
  • "The Seal River Watershed Alliance is proud to reach this major milestone in the journey to establish an Indigenous protected area.
  • "Today marks a historic agreement to protect one of the largest and most ecologically intact watersheds in the world.
  • We are grateful to the members of the Seal River Watershed Alliance for their leadership in protecting this global treasure.

FPT Communique: Federal, Provincial and Territorial Labour Market Ministers meet in Winnipeg to discuss ongoing priorities to support Canadians

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

WINNIPEG, MB, Jan. 16, 2024 /CNW/ - Federal, Provincial and Territorial labour market Ministers met in Winnipeg today to discuss a wide range of priorities concerning Canada's labour market, including the changing labour market outlook, the importance of renewed collaboration on Labour Market Transfer Agreements (LMTAs), improving labour market mobility and credential recognition, and innovation and developments in supports that strengthen the workforce in all jurisdictions.

Key Points: 
  • WINNIPEG, MB, Jan. 16, 2024 /CNW/ - Federal, Provincial and Territorial labour market Ministers met in Winnipeg today to discuss a wide range of priorities concerning Canada's labour market, including the changing labour market outlook, the importance of renewed collaboration on Labour Market Transfer Agreements (LMTAs), improving labour market mobility and credential recognition, and innovation and developments in supports that strengthen the workforce in all jurisdictions.
  • During their discussions, Ministers reaffirmed the importance of working together to ensure that Canadians have the skills and training they need to enter the workforce and remain adaptable and competitive within today's labour market.
  • Ministers also shared information about on-going work in their jurisdictions and best practices to support Canadians and grow the economy.
  • FLMM will meet again in June 2024, and on a minimum of an annual basis thereafter, to discuss labour market priorities and best practices.

Canada Life announces retirement of Jeff Macoun

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Fabrice Morin to become President and COO, Canada, Canada Life

Key Points: 
  • Fabrice Morin to become President and COO, Canada, Canada Life
    Fabrice Morin to become President and COO, Canada, Canada Life, effective February 16, 2024
    WINNIPEG, MB, Jan. 16, 2024 /CNW/ - Canada Life today announced the upcoming retirement of  Jeff Macoun, President and COO of its Canadian operations, and the upcoming appointment of Fabrice Morin into the role.
  • Jeff has been with Canada Life for over 40 years, including the last six as President and Chief Operating Officer, Canada, Canada Life.
  • In that role, Jeff led the company to the historic milestone of coming together as one Canada Life brand and steered through the unprecedented challenges of COVID-19.
  • Fabrice joined Canada Life in 2019 from Power Corporation of Canada.

FORBES NAMES LAIVLY AS ONE OF CANADA'S BEST STARTUP EMPLOYERS 2024

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

WINNIPEG, MB, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Laivly, an AI technology company focused on developing high-impact automation solutions for the contact center industry, has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Startup Employers 2024 by Forbes and Statista Inc., ranking second on the list of 200 companies across the country.

Key Points: 
  • WINNIPEG, MB, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Laivly, an AI technology company focused on developing high-impact automation solutions for the contact center industry, has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Startup Employers 2024 by Forbes and Statista Inc., ranking second on the list of 200 companies across the country.
  • "We're thrilled to be included on the Forbes list," said Jeff Fettes, founder and CEO of Laivly.
  • The list of Canada's Best Startup Employers 2024 provides a guide for potential candidates looking to work for innovative and stable startups.
  • "We're incredibly proud of the team we've built and we're honored to be recognized as a great place to work."

Interim appearance scheduled in the matter of Andrew Kazina

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Monday, January 15, 2024

WINNIPEG, MB, Jan. 15, 2024 /CNW/ - An interim appearance has been scheduled before a hearing panel of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) under the Mutual Fund Dealer Rules in the matter of Andrew Kazina.

Key Points: 
  • WINNIPEG, MB, Jan. 15, 2024 /CNW/ - An interim appearance has been scheduled before a hearing panel of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) under the Mutual Fund Dealer Rules in the matter of Andrew Kazina.
  • The appearance is open to the public, unless the hearing panel orders otherwise.
  • The appearance relates to a disciplinary proceeding initiated against the respondent.
  • The Notice of Hearing and Statement of Allegations which sets out the allegations is available at:
    The violations occurred while Andrew Kazina conducted business in the Winnipeg, Manitoba area.

Government helping 6600 internationally educated healthcare professionals work in Canada

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Monday, January 15, 2024

That is why the Government of Canada is investing to speed up accreditation for internationally educated health professionals (IEHP).

Key Points: 
  • That is why the Government of Canada is investing to speed up accreditation for internationally educated health professionals (IEHP).
  • Today, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, announced up to $86 million in funding to 15 organizations across Canada to increase capacity for foreign credential recognition of approximately 6600 internationally educated health professionals.
  • Through this investment, for example, internationally trained midwives will be able to take their exams virtually, even before they arrive in Canada.
  • Facilitate labour mobility between jurisdictions in Canada for health professionals and IEHPs to reduce the systemic and administrative barriers for health professionals who wish to work in another jurisdiction in Canada.

This "Blue Monday," Ducks Unlimited Canada launches sweepstakes to connect more people to nature for improved mental health

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Monday, January 15, 2024

Gloomy weather, seasonal affective disorder, and more all contribute to this downshift in our collective mood.

Key Points: 
  • Gloomy weather, seasonal affective disorder, and more all contribute to this downshift in our collective mood.
  • A study published in 2019 showed that spending at least two hours per week in nature is associated with improved health and well-being.
  • Yet, an online survey of 1,000 Canadians commissioned by Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) in January 2024 suggests that as many as 43% of us are getting less than one hour per week in nature, or even no time at all.
  • "Sadly, we are continuing to lose our natural spaces like wetlands, making opportunities for time in nature more scarce.

CIRO Hearing Panel issues Reasons for Decision in the matter of Robert George Watts

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Friday, January 12, 2024

The hearing panel's reasons for decision, dated January 8, 2024, are available at:

Key Points: 
  • The hearing panel's reasons for decision, dated January 8, 2024, are available at:
    In its reasons for decision, the hearing panel confirmed the sanctions imposed on Robert George Watts:
    a fine in the amount of $20,000; and
    costs in the amount of $2,500 upon acceptance of the settlement agreement.
  • During the period described in the Notice of Hearing, Robert George Watts conducted business in the Winnipeg, Manitoba area.
  • Background information regarding the qualifications and disciplinary history, if any, of advisors currently employed by CIRO-regulated investment firms is available free of charge through the AdvisorReport service.
  • CIRO is committed to the protection of investors, providing efficient and consistent regulation, and building Canadians' trust in financial regulation and the people managing their investments.

CIRO Hearing Panel issues Reasons for Decision in the matter of Charlene Waldmo

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

During the period described in the Notice of Hearing, Charlene Carla Waldmo conducted business in the Winnipeg, Manitoba area.

Key Points: 
  • During the period described in the Notice of Hearing, Charlene Carla Waldmo conducted business in the Winnipeg, Manitoba area.
  • Background information regarding the qualifications and disciplinary history, if any, of advisors currently employed by CIRO-regulated investment firms is available free of charge through the AdvisorReport service.
  • The Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) is the national self-regulatory organization that oversees all investment dealers, mutual fund dealers and trading activity on Canada's debt and equity marketplaces.
  • CIRO is committed to the protection of investors, providing efficient and consistent regulation, and building Canadians' trust in financial regulation and the people managing their investments.