TELUS

TELUS CEO Darren Entwistle demonstrates strong confidence in Company’s future with significant share purchases

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Monday, November 6, 2023

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TELUS President and CEO Darren Entwistle has reaffirmed his commitment to TELUS’ success by making significant share purchases this year.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TELUS President and CEO Darren Entwistle has reaffirmed his commitment to TELUS’ success by making significant share purchases this year.
  • Investing significantly in TELUS shares is consistent with Darren’s past practice of aligning his interests with those of TELUS' close to 1.2 million shareholders.
  • Moreover, it demonstrates his continued strong confidence in the Company's strategy and global industry-best differentiated growth profile buttressed by strong operating momentum across its telecom business, and further supported through its investments in TELUS International, TELUS Health and TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods.
  • Since 2004, TELUS has returned more than $24 billion to shareholders, including over $19 billion in dividends, representing approximately $17 per share overall.

TELUS reports operational and financial results for third quarter 2023

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Friday, November 3, 2023

This growth was driven by higher service revenues in our two reportable segments: TELUS technology solutions (TTech) and Digitally-led customer experiences – TELUS International (DLCX).

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  • This growth was driven by higher service revenues in our two reportable segments: TELUS technology solutions (TTech) and Digitally-led customer experiences – TELUS International (DLCX).
  • See Third Quarter 2023 Operating Highlights within this news release for a discussion on TTech and DLCX results.
  • Digital health transactions in the third quarter of 2023 were 150.6 million, up 5.2 per cent over the third quarter of 2022.
  • Consolidated capital expenditures of $769 million, including $22 million for real estate development, decreased by 17 per cent in the third quarter of 2023.

TELUS, TerreStar and Skylo demonstrate Canada’s first two-way communication between smartphones and satellites

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

This is a bold step toward a future without mobile no-coverage zones, one where all Canadians can feel safe and connected.

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  • This is a bold step toward a future without mobile no-coverage zones, one where all Canadians can feel safe and connected.
  • “This collaboration with TerreStar and Skylo lays the foundation for a world where everyone has access to potentially life-saving connectivity, and businesses and institutions can operate more sustainably and efficiently in remote regions.
  • Through this innovative technology, we look forward to ensuring even more Canadians are able to connect with what matters most."
  • "This successful demonstration marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of global connectivity,” said Jacques Leduc, President of TerreStar.

TELUS and FLO expanding connectivity on FLO EV chargers across North American cities

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

QUEBEC CITY, Oct. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, TELUS and FLO, a leading North American electric vehicle (EV) charging network operator and a smart charging solutions provider, announced an agreement to bring TELUS’ world-leading connection to FLO chargers. FLO is Canada’s most extensive EV network, enabling more than 1.5 million charging sessions each month thanks to charging stations located coast-to-coast. With most light-duty vehicles sold in Canada expected to be required to be zero emissions by 2035, TELUS will support FLO’s development of critical infrastructure helping to drive the adoption of electric vehicles and support the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

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  • FLO is Canada’s most extensive EV network, with charging stations coast-to-coast
    QUEBEC CITY, Oct. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, TELUS and FLO , a leading North American electric vehicle (EV) charging network operator and a smart charging solutions provider, announced an agreement to bring TELUS’ world-leading connection to FLO chargers.
  • FLO is Canada’s most extensive EV network, enabling more than 1.5 million charging sessions each month thanks to charging stations located coast-to-coast.
  • FLO will leverage TELUS’ dedicated IoT network solutions and connectivity platforms in FLO public and commercial Level 2 and Direct Current Fast Chargers (DCFC) across North America.
  • “FLO is focused on providing EV drivers the best charging experience,” said Louis Tremblay, FLO President and CEO.

TELUS Pollinator Fund invests in three new clean tech startups: Climate Robotics, erthos and Plentify

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Friday, October 27, 2023

Houston-based Climate Robotics is leveraging advanced robotics and AI to help sequester carbon while improving the health of our agricultural soils.

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  • Houston-based Climate Robotics is leveraging advanced robotics and AI to help sequester carbon while improving the health of our agricultural soils.
  • Based in Mississauga, erthos is leading the charge to address the global plastic pollution crisis with a plant-based resin alternative to traditional plastic.
  • These new investments bring the number of impact startups supported by the Pollinator Fund to 30.
  • “As a global leader in sustainability, TELUS’ readiness and capability to swiftly deploy capital to help scale clean tech innovations will contribute to promote adoption of zero-emission solutions,” said Blair Miller, Managing Partner, TELUS Pollinator Fund.

TELUS International Launches Fuel iX to Drive AI-fueled Intelligent Experiences for Brands and Their Customers

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Monday, October 30, 2023

With Fuel iX, TELUS International helps global clients meet critical CX business needs faster, and more strategically, than ever before.

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  • With Fuel iX, TELUS International helps global clients meet critical CX business needs faster, and more strategically, than ever before.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231030026843/en/
    TELUS International Launches Fuel iX to Drive AI-fueled Intelligent Experiences for Brands and Their Customers (Graphic: Business Wire)
    TELUS International’s comprehensive suite of innovative services combine digital consulting, data services and analytics, web and mobile application development, and an AI-fueled platform.
  • As the name suggests, Fuel iX brings together the full spectrum of intelligent experiences across customer, digital, voice, user, employee and human experience.
  • The company is already working with several clients as part of the Fuel iX offering, including iRobot and TELUS.

TELUS achieves historic ISO 31700-1 Privacy by Design certification

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TELUS, a global technology company, has marked a historic milestone by becoming the first company in the world to achieve the ISO 31700-1 Privacy by Design certification. This achievement substantiates TELUS' commitment to safeguarding privacy and advancing the principles of trustworthy data practices across Canada and beyond.

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  • The ISO 31700-1 Privacy by Design certification was developed by the International Standards Organization in partnership with former Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario, Dr. Ann Cavoukian.
  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TELUS, a global technology company, has marked a historic milestone by becoming the first company in the world to achieve the ISO 31700-1 Privacy by Design certification.
  • “TELUS’ unwavering dedication to prioritizing Privacy by Design principles is now being rightly validated internationally, and that is a good thing for their customers,” said Dr. Ann Cavoukian, privacy expert.
  • “By receiving the ISO 31700-1 Privacy by Design certification, TELUS continues to demonstrate that privacy is not an afterthought but an integral part of their DNA, setting a global benchmark for responsible data stewardship and innovation."

TELUS Friendly Future Foundation launches national auction to support youth mental health

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TELUS Friendly Future Foundation’s third-annual Friendly Future Online Auction launches today, with one hundred per cent of proceeds going directly to Canadian charities that promote youth mental health and well-being. Recent research from the Canadian Institute for Health Information estimates that up to 20 per cent of children and youth in Canada are affected by a mental health disorder. Amidst the ongoing youth mental health crisis, TELUS Friendly Future Foundation provides support to charities in communities across Canada that provide under-served youth with access to the resources they need to learn, make connections, and stay healthy, opening up new opportunities for them to reach their full potential.

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  • The Friendly Future Online Auction runs now until November 7, with one hundred per cent of proceeds going directly to charities that promote youth mental health and well-being across Canada
    VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TELUS Friendly Future Foundation’s third-annual Friendly Future Online Auction launches today, with one hundred per cent of proceeds going directly to Canadian charities that promote youth mental health and well-being.
  • Amidst the ongoing youth mental health crisis, TELUS Friendly Future Foundation provides support to charities in communities across Canada that provide under-served youth with access to the resources they need to learn, make connections, and stay healthy, opening up new opportunities for them to reach their full potential.
  • Since the inaugural Friendly Future Online Action in 2021, the Foundation has raised more than $250,000 through this event in support of charities across Canada that address youth mental health and foster a sense of belonging.
  • “At TELUS Friendly Future Foundation, we are committed to helping youth feel like they belong, in order to reach their full potential.

Guatemala takes action to clean up one of the most polluted rivers in the world

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Principles of the EPIC program will be incorporated into a comprehensive strategy to assist in ending the plastic pollution crisis in the Motagua River Basin.

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  • Principles of the EPIC program will be incorporated into a comprehensive strategy to assist in ending the plastic pollution crisis in the Motagua River Basin.
  • As part of this initiative, extensive shoreline cleanups will occur across 15 municipalities in Guatemala.
  • “The Motagua River carries at least 8,500 tonnes of waste every year into the Caribbean sea.
  • “The Motagua River crosses and receives pollution from 96 municipalities in Guatemala, including the metropolitan landfill of Zone 3, making it one of the most polluted rivers in the world”, said Jaime Ramos, Haciendo ECO.

TELUS Wise expands with new Responsible AI online workshop for teens

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Monday, October 23, 2023

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, TELUS announced the expansion of TELUS Wise, launching its TELUS Wise Responsible AI online workshop.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, TELUS announced the expansion of TELUS Wise, launching its TELUS Wise Responsible AI online workshop.
  • Coinciding with the celebration of the 10-year anniversary of TELUS Wise, the Responsible AI workshop underscores the program's decade-long leadership in providing digital literacy education.
  • “We’re thrilled to partner with TELUS Wise on the development of their AI workshop for youth, a complementary learning resource to CIFAR’s bilingual online course Destination AI , where you can learn more about what AI is and how it impacts Canadians.”
    Since 2013, TELUS Wise has delivered various interactive, and innovative, youth-focused workshops including TELUS Wise footprint, TELUS Wise impact, TELUS Wise in control and TELUS Wise happiness.
  • This newest workshop builds upon TELUS’ commitment to responsible AI; in addition to this latest TELUS Wise initiative, TELUS is the first telecom company in Canada to sign ISED’s new voluntary code of conduct for generative AI, which seeks to ensure the transparent, equitable and responsible development of GenAI technology.