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TELUS achieves fourth consecutive win as Canada’s Fastest Internet Service Provider

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TELUS, a pioneer in providing cutting-edge connectivity solutions, proudly announces its fourth consecutive victory as Canada’s fastest major Internet Service Provider (ISP) and Best ISP in Alberta and British Columbia by New York-based PCMag 1.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TELUS, a pioneer in providing cutting-edge connectivity solutions, proudly announces its fourth consecutive victory as Canada’s fastest major Internet Service Provider (ISP) and Best ISP in Alberta and British Columbia by New York-based PCMag 1.
  • “Our TELUS team is honoured to once again be recognized by U.S.-based PCMag as the Fastest Internet Service Provider (ISP) in Canada for the 4th consecutive year, and Best ISP for Alberta and British Columbia,” said Darren Entwistle, President and CEO of TELUS.
  • This incredible feat is made possible by the TELUS PureFibre network, with 100% fibre optic connection2.
  • In an era where reliable internet is paramount for work, education, healthcare, entertainment and staying connected, this achievement reaffirms TELUS’ undisputed dominance in delivering lightning-fast internet speeds across the nation.

Hazel Claxton Appointed to Bank of Montreal Board of Directors

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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TORONTO, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Bank of Montreal today announced the appointment of Hazel Claxton, former Executive Vice-President and Chief Human Resources Officer of Morneau Shepell Inc. (now part of TELUS Health), to its Board of Directors.

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  • TORONTO, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Bank of Montreal today announced the appointment of Hazel Claxton, former Executive Vice-President and Chief Human Resources Officer of Morneau Shepell Inc. (now part of TELUS Health), to its Board of Directors.
  • "We are pleased to welcome Hazel to the Board of Directors," said George A.
  • Ms. Claxton currently sits on the boards of Allied Properties REIT, TELUS Corporation, University Pension Plan Ontario and Unity Health Toronto.
  • Ms. Claxton holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from Queen's University and the ICD.D designation from the Institute of Corporate Directors.

Hazel Claxton Appointed to Bank of Montreal Board of Directors

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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TORONTO, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bank of Montreal today announced the appointment of Hazel Claxton, former Executive Vice-President and Chief Human Resources Officer of Morneau Shepell Inc. (now part of TELUS Health), to its Board of Directors.

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  • TORONTO, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bank of Montreal today announced the appointment of Hazel Claxton, former Executive Vice-President and Chief Human Resources Officer of Morneau Shepell Inc. (now part of TELUS Health), to its Board of Directors.
  • "We are pleased to welcome Hazel to the Board of Directors," said George A.
  • Ms. Claxton currently sits on the boards of Allied Properties REIT, TELUS Corporation, University Pension Plan Ontario and Unity Health Toronto.
  • Ms. Claxton holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from Queen's University and the ICD.D designation from the Institute of Corporate Directors.

TELUS expands community boards in Ontario, empowering more youth to reach their full potential

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Monday, August 28, 2023
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Leveraging a unique model of philanthropy, the TELUS Community Boards bring together local business and community leaders, empowering them to make decisions on where TELUS’ charitable funding will make the most meaningful difference in their own communities.

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  • Leveraging a unique model of philanthropy, the TELUS Community Boards bring together local business and community leaders, empowering them to make decisions on where TELUS’ charitable funding will make the most meaningful difference in their own communities.
  • The boards are now accepting the final funding intake for 2023 with grant application deadlines closing on September 15.
  • “As passionate community leaders dedicated to helping create a better future for our communities, it’s critical we continue to invest in our communities and in particular, our youth.
  • Since 2005, TELUS Community Boards across Ontario, along with TELUS Friendly Future Foundation, have granted more than $7.7 million to over 551 grassroots projects, charities and organizations.

TELUS expands community boards in Alberta, empowering more youth to reach their full potential

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Monday, August 28, 2023
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CALGARY, Alberta, Aug. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TELUS announced it has expanded its community boards in Calgary and Edmonton, continuing to help youth reach their full potential by opening up new opportunities that help facilitate life-changing connections, nurture a sense of belonging, and empower them to thrive. Leveraging a unique model of philanthropy, the TELUS Community Boards bring together local business and community leaders, empowering them to make decisions on where TELUS’ charitable funding will make the most meaningful difference in their own communities. Formally changing their names to TELUS Calgary and Southern Alberta Community Board and TELUS Edmonton and Northern Alberta Community Board, these expansions will now support more than 4.7 million Albertans, providing life-changing grants to Canadian registered charities and qualified donees focusing on local, grassroots community-based health, education or technology programs for children and youth. The boards are now accepting the final funding intake for 2023 with grant application deadlines closing on September 15. Organizations must be a Canadian registered charity and meet the eligibility funding criteria requirements.

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  • Leveraging a unique model of philanthropy, the TELUS Community Boards bring together local business and community leaders, empowering them to make decisions on where TELUS’ charitable funding will make the most meaningful difference in their own communities.
  • Formally changing their names to TELUS Calgary and Southern Alberta Community Board and TELUS Edmonton and Northern Alberta Community Board , these expansions will now support more than 4.7 million Albertans, providing life-changing grants to Canadian registered charities and qualified donees focusing on local, grassroots community-based health, education or technology programs for children and youth.
  • The boards are now accepting the final funding intake for 2023 with grant application deadlines closing on September 15.
  • Since 2005, TELUS Community Boards across Alberta, along with TELUS Friendly Future Foundation, have granted more than $18 million to over 1200 grassroots projects, charities and organizations.

Avaya Announces North America Partner of the Year Award Winners

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Monday, August 28, 2023
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“We applaud our partners for their accomplishments while remaining ruthlessly committed to delivering exceptional customer and partner experiences.”

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  • “We applaud our partners for their accomplishments while remaining ruthlessly committed to delivering exceptional customer and partner experiences.”
    Avaya partners are chosen based upon their growth and revenue.
  • This is the second consecutive year C1 has claimed both the Overall Revenue and Avaya Cloud Office Partner of the Year awards from Avaya.
  • Windstream led the service provider space for Avaya by growing in all categories and continues to lead the way in 2023.
  • As a Diamond Avaya Partner, Alliance has built a dedicated management program to uniquely support Federal, State and Local Agencies.

CISO Global Names Industry Veteran Gary Perkins as Chief Information Security Officer

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CISO Global (NASDAQ: CISO), an industry leader as a managed cybersecurity and compliance provider, has named Gary Perkins as its Chief Information Security Officer. In his new role, Perkins will spearhead cybersecurity strategies and risk management initiatives within the company. Previously serving as the CISO for the province of British Columbia, Perkins brings a wealth of experience in ensuring network availability, data integrity and confidentiality within complex environments. He successfully protected the interests of 45,000 government end-users and 5.4 million citizens for the past decade.  

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CISO Global (NASDAQ: CISO), an industry leader as a managed cybersecurity and compliance provider, has named Gary Perkins as its Chief Information Security Officer.
  • "CISO Global is dedicated to recruiting top-tier thought leaders to fortify our commitment to creating a culture of cybersecurity within our own organization, as well as those of our clients," remarked David Jemmett, CEO of CISO Global.
  • "With the game changing IP we have developed to improve cyber effectiveness, CISO is proud to have Gary leading the way.
  • "I am honored to embark on this journey as Chief Information Security Officer at CISO Global," said Gary Perkins, CISO for CISO Global.

CIBC partners with Institute of Canadian Citizenship to help newcomers explore Canada

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023
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To help newcomers learn about their new country and navigate settling in, CIBC announced today a partnership with the Institute of Canadian Citizenship (ICC), a national charity that supports newcomers on their journey towards full and active citizenship.

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  • To help newcomers learn about their new country and navigate settling in, CIBC announced today a partnership with the Institute of Canadian Citizenship (ICC), a national charity that supports newcomers on their journey towards full and active citizenship.
  • ICC's digital app, Canoo, provides more than 200,000 newcomers with free access to over 1,400 of Canada's best cultural experiences and nature attractions, enabling them to explore Canada.
  • "CIBC shares our vision of supporting newcomers – Canada's future – and their ability to one day support Canada.
  • We're honoured to have found such a sincere partner who shares our belief that Canada succeeds when newcomers succeed."

First of its kind BrainFit-Habit Tracker app now available in French

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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TORONTO, Aug. 22, 2023 /CNW/ - Exciting news today, as the highly successful BrainFit-Habit Tracker app is now available for download in French on both iOS and Android.

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  • TORONTO, Aug. 22, 2023 /CNW/ - Exciting news today, as the highly successful BrainFit-Habit Tracker app is now available for download in French on both iOS and Android.
  • BrainFit-Habit Tracker is a unique mobile app created by Women's Brain Health Initiative (WBHI) to help users prevent dementia and optimize their brain health.
  • "We are thrilled to announce that our successful BrainFit-Habit Tracker app is now available in French," said Lynn Posluns, WBHI President and CEO.
  • Download BrainFit today in French and English:
    For more information on the BrainFit-Habit Tracker app: www.brainfit.org

TELUS commits $5 million to support B.C. fire relief

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Monday, August 21, 2023
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In response to the devastating wildfires spreading throughout British Columbia and the significant impact this is having on children and families, TELUS, in partnership with TELUS Friendly Future Foundation, TELUS Indigenous Communities Fund, TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods and TELUS Health are making an initial commitment of $5 million in cash donations and in-kind contributions to local charities and organizations supporting relief efforts and first responders, including the Canadian Red Cross, Salvation Army British Columbia Division, BC SPCA, Mamas for Mamas, BC Cattlemen’s Association and local food banks.

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  • Donations and in-kind support to assist with wildfire relief efforts in British Columbia include:
    TELUS Friendly Future Foundation, TELUS Interior and Northern BC Community Board, TELUS Indigenous Communities Fund, TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods, and TELUS Health are committing funds to help evacuees and British Columbians in need through local relief efforts, mental health support, emergency care and by providing food and supplies to affected areas.
  • TELUS Health is matching all donations to the BC SPCA up to $10,000 to support their emergency response efforts.
  • TELUS Friendly Future Foundation has activated a text-to-donate fundraising campaign whereby TELUS customers can text the word DONATE to 41010 to give $20 to TELUS Friendly Future Foundation to support registered charities providing wildfire relief across the country.
  • can redeem their TELUS Rewards points for a $20 donation to TELUS Friendly Future Foundation in support of wildfire relief efforts.