Municipal government in Canada

Important milestone for ArcelorMittal Dofasco project that is creating good jobs in the Hamilton steel industry

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Thursday, October 13, 2022

By investing in clean technology, we are creating good jobs, strengthening our economy, cutting pollution and building a better Canada.

Key Points: 
  • By investing in clean technology, we are creating good jobs, strengthening our economy, cutting pollution and building a better Canada.
  • Canadian steel companies are world-class, and this project places Canadian workers at the heart of the future of the steel industry.
  • This project will enable ArcelorMittal Dofasco to produce cleaner, greener steel, while ensuring low-carbon manufacturing, which will make Canadian-made steel more competitive on a global scale.
  • Headquartered in Hamilton, Ontario, ArcelorMittal Dofasco is Canada's largest producer of flat-rolled steel and Hamilton's largest private sector employer.

Government of Canada announces additional funding for nine projects through the Immunization Partnership Fund

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022

Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, announced an additional investment of $3,894,545for nine existing Immunization Partnership Fund (IPF) projects to support their continued COVID-19 vaccination efforts.

Key Points: 
  • Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, announced an additional investment of $3,894,545for nine existing Immunization Partnership Fund (IPF) projects to support their continued COVID-19 vaccination efforts.
  • The organizations receiving additional funding have worked tirelessly and successfully to reduce access barriers and increase vaccine confidence and uptake in their communities.
  • Launched in 2016, the Immunization Partnership Fund (IPF) is a key element of the Public Health Agency of Canada's vaccination initiatives.
  • In 2020 and 2021, as part of Canada's COVID-19 vaccination efforts, the Government of Canada invested $45.5 million for projects to support COVID-19 vaccine acceptance and uptake in Canada.

Tequity Adds John Armstrong, ICD.D as Strategic Executive Advisor in Fintech

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022

TORONTO, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tequity Advisors, a leading North American M&A Advisory firm specializing in global Enterprise B2B SaaS, Cloud, and IT company transactions, welcomes John Armstrong (LinkedIn profile) as Strategic Advisor with a focus on the Financial IT market.

Key Points: 
  • He is a great talent addition to Tequity's reach in FinTech," shared Alex MacKay, President & Cofounder at Tequity.
  • "After decades consulting in the fintech sector, I'm looking forward to applying that knowledge to help fintech entrepreneurs achieve success in M&A," said John.
  • He was a member of the Global Fintech leadership group and one of the authors of KPMG's highly regarded, semi-annual, Pulse of Fintech publication.
  • John has worked as an advisor and consultant to the financial services industry in Canada and globally for over thirty years.

EnerPure Inc. Announces MoU for Alberta Regeneration Unit

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022

Winnipeg, MB, Oct. 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --

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  • Gold Fuels is an Indigenous partnership with a strong network of business relationships across Alberta and Saskatchewan.
  • Under the terms of the MoU, EnerPure will manage the full development, construction, and operations of the regeneration unit and Gold Fuels will provide financing for all capital costs.
  • The micro-regeneration unit is targeted to be fully operational in 2024.
  • EnerPure is a Manitoba cleantech company founded on the idea that waste oil recycling should be accessible to all communities.

Minister Wilkinson Delivers Nearly $3.4 Million for Solar in Strathmore, Alberta

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022

Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Canada's Minister of Natural Resources, announced nearly $3.4 million in support for Elemental Energy's East Strathmore Solar Project .

Key Points: 
  • Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Canada's Minister of Natural Resources, announced nearly $3.4 million in support for Elemental Energy's East Strathmore Solar Project .
  • This project will increase renewable energy capacity and grid services, while also delivering progress on emissions reductions in Alberta.
  • Today, I was pleased to join Elemental Energy in Strathmore Alberta to announce federal support for a 20-megawatt solar project.
  • "We are very excited to celebrate the completion of the East Strathmore Solar Project and to welcome Minister Wilkinson to the site today.

EnerPure Inc. Announces Private Placement to Raise $10 Million

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Monday, October 3, 2022

Todd Habicht, CEO and Founder commented: The continued progress of EnerPure has positioned us well for a successful capital raise and we are eager to capitalize on this exciting next phase of growth.

Key Points: 
  • Todd Habicht, CEO and Founder commented: The continued progress of EnerPure has positioned us well for a successful capital raise and we are eager to capitalize on this exciting next phase of growth.
  • We are ready to begin rolling out our technology across North America and these funds will allow us to aggressively implement our plans.
  • EnerPure is a Manitoba cleantech company founded on the idea that waste oil recycling should be accessible to all communities.
  • EnerPure is pleased to have received funding and support from Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC).

Canvass AI CEO, Humera Malik, Joins World Economic Forum Strategy Series Event to Discuss AI Impact on Productivity and Sustainability

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Monday, October 3, 2022

"We are pleased to participate in this inaugural event sponsored by the World Economic Forum and the US Center for Advanced Manufacturing," said Ms. Malik.

Key Points: 
  • "We are pleased to participate in this inaugural event sponsored by the World Economic Forum and the US Center for Advanced Manufacturing," said Ms. Malik.
  • Properly used as a decision support tool, AI can help us meet the challenges ahead in maintaining productivity while aiding toward sustainability."
  • The World Economic Forum , committed to improving the state of the world, is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation.
  • Canvass AI is a leading software provider that enables industrial companies exceed their operations and sustainability targets with patented Industrial AI technology.

Government of Canada invests $11.4 million in climate action projects to reduce emissions from food waste

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

At the same time, Canadians are calling for ambitious climate action that keeps our air clean while building a strong, sustainable economy now and into the future.

Key Points: 
  • At the same time, Canadians are calling for ambitious climate action that keeps our air clean while building a strong, sustainable economy now and into the future.
  • Redcliff Cypress Regional Waste Management Authority, in Redcliff, Alberta, will reduce carbon dioxide and methane emissions by diverting organic waste from a landfill with the help of a compost treatment facility.
  • The Low Carbon Economy Fund is an important part of Canada's climate action plans, helping to put Canada on a path to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
  • The Government of Canada has committed an additional $2.2 billion to the Low Carbon Economy Fund in Budget 2022, which was also noted in Canada's 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan.

Canada Invests $2.3 Million in Ontario's Energy Market Transformation

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

This project will deploy six behind-the-meter energy storage systems in Toronto, Mississauga, Belleville and Mitchell, Ontario, and will install 3.82 MWs of energy storage capacity.

Key Points: 
  • This project will deploy six behind-the-meter energy storage systems in Toronto, Mississauga, Belleville and Mitchell, Ontario, and will install 3.82 MWs of energy storage capacity.
  • SWITCH Power will be operating distributed energy resources (DERs) to showcase Ontario's capability of delivering grid and market transformation, in partnership with the Independent Electricity System Operator.
  • This project will also support the development of an Energy Market Platform that will enable DERs to play a meaningful role in Ontario's energy grid.
  • The Government of Canada is committed to supporting local solutions and community-driven projects that will build a clean energy future for all.

CIB Launches $500 Million Charging and Hydrogen Refuelling Infrastructure Initiative

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

TORONTO, Sept. 28, 2022 /CNW/ - The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) has announced the launch of its $500 million zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) Charging and Hydrogen Refuelling Infrastructure Initiative (CHRI).

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Sept. 28, 2022 /CNW/ - The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) has announced the launch of its $500 million zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) Charging and Hydrogen Refuelling Infrastructure Initiative (CHRI).
  • The availability of public charging and refuelling infrastructure is a recognized barrier to ZEV adoption across Canada.
  • The launch of our Charging and Hydrogen Refuelling Infrastructure Initiative means we're ready to move ahead and expand the availability of charging infrastructure in communities across Canada, at scale and speed, in partnership with private sector partners.
  • The CIB launched a $500 million Charging and Hydrogen Refuelling Infrastructure Initiative.