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Impactful Gender Equity Workplace Initiatives Earn Recognition for AstraZeneca and Parexel from the Healthcare Businesswomen's Association

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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CHICAGO, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Healthcare Businesswomen's Association (HBA) today recognized companies for their distinguished commitment to creating and implementing initiatives that deliver impactful outcomes designed to close the gender gap in the healthcare ecosystem. The awards were presented at the HBA Annual Conference in Chicago.

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  • CHICAGO, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Healthcare Businesswomen's Association (HBA) today recognized companies for their distinguished commitment to creating and implementing initiatives that deliver impactful outcomes designed to close the gender gap in the healthcare ecosystem.
  • (ACE) Award that recognizes results-oriented initiatives fostered by companies committed to ensuring that gender equity and leadership opportunities for women are part of their organizational DNA.
  • A panel of healthcare leaders selects recipients for their excellence in advancing their female talent and removing the systemic barriers preventing timely progress to parity.
  • The companies and initiatives recognized with this year's awards join an elite group of organizations committed to fostering programs that deliver impactful and measurable results for industry women.

Wunnumin Lake First Nation Energized by Wataynikaneyap Power

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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FORT WILLIAM FIRST NATION, Ontario, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wataynikaneyap Power is pleased to announce the energization of Wunnumin Lake First Nation.

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  • FORT WILLIAM FIRST NATION, Ontario, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wataynikaneyap Power is pleased to announce the energization of Wunnumin Lake First Nation.
  • Wunnumin Lake is the seventh First Nation energized by the provincial power grid through the Wataynikaneyap Power transmission system.
  • On October 30, Wunnumin Lake invited Wataynikaneyap Power, Opiikapawiin Services, government, and other stakeholders to celebrate this momentous occasion in the community.
  • The Honourable Todd Smith, Minister of Energy, remarks, “Congratulations to Wunnumin Lake First Nation and Wataynikaneyap Power on this historic achievement – bringing reliable, clean and affordable electricity to the community.

Prime Minister announces changes in the senior ranks of the public service

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 2, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the following changes in the senior ranks of the public service:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Nov. 2, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the following changes in the senior ranks of the public service:
    Valerie Gideon, currently Associate Deputy Minister of Indigenous Services and, concurrently, President of the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, becomes Deputy Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and, concurrently, President of the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, effective November 25, 2023.
  • Arianne Reza, currently Associate Deputy Minister of Public Services and Procurement, becomes Deputy Minister of Public Services and Procurement, effective immediately.
  • The Prime Minister also congratulated Daniel Quan-Watson, Deputy Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs, on his retirement from the Public Service.
  • He thanked him for his dedication and service to Canadians throughout his career and wished him all the best in the future.

Wawakapewin First Nation Energized by Wataynikaneyap Power

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Friday, September 29, 2023
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FORT WILLIAM FIRST NATION, Ontario, Sept. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wataynikaneyap Power is pleased to announce the energization of Wawakapewin First Nation.

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  • FORT WILLIAM FIRST NATION, Ontario, Sept. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wataynikaneyap Power is pleased to announce the energization of Wawakapewin First Nation.
  • “Congratulations to Wawakapewin First Nation for their connection to the grid,” remarks Margaret Kenequanash, CEO of Wataynikaneyap Power.
  • Wawakapewin is the fifth First Nation energized by the provincial power grid through the Wataynikaneyap Power transmission system.
  • Our team looks forward to additional Wataynikaneyap Power Project communities receiving reliable power in the coming months.”
    On September 29, Wawakapewin invited Wataynikaneyap Power, Opiikapawiin Services, government, and other stakeholders to celebrate this momentous occasion in Thunder Bay.

North Caribou Lake First Nation Energized by Wataynikaneyap Power

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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FORT WILLIAM FIRST NATION, Ontario, Sept. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wataynikaneyap Power and North Caribou Lake First Nation are pleased to celebrate the connection of the northern Ontario community to the provincial power grid.

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  • FORT WILLIAM FIRST NATION, Ontario, Sept. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wataynikaneyap Power and North Caribou Lake First Nation are pleased to celebrate the connection of the northern Ontario community to the provincial power grid.
  • Connected on October 5, 2022, North Caribou Lake was the second First Nation energized by the provincial power grid through the Wataynikaneyap Power transmission system.
  • “North Caribou Lake First Nation has been in discussions since the mid-1990s to bring reliable energy to the community.
  • The Honourable Todd Smith, Minister of Energy, who was in attendance, remarks, “Congratulations to Wataynikaneyap Power and North Caribou Lake First Nation on this extraordinary achievement in bringing reliable, clean and affordable electricity to the community.

Advanced Mobility Products Celebrates Its Successful Designation as a Recipient of the Innovative DAIR Green Fund for Aerospace Battery Pack Project

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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The DAIR Green Fund is a driving force behind the transformation of the southern Ontario aerospace sector, focusing on green and sustainable aviation technologies.

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  • The DAIR Green Fund is a driving force behind the transformation of the southern Ontario aerospace sector, focusing on green and sustainable aviation technologies.
  • By empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with resources, technology, collaboration, and services, the DAIR Green Fund supports progress, moving the aerospace industry toward a more sustainable future.
  • "The DAIR Green Fund continues to provide valuable support to businesses that are leaders in creating sustainable innovations.
  • "DAIR is excited to provide Advanced Mobility Products with the funding and partnership opportunities to push this project forward and break boundaries in battery development," says Steven Cargnello, DAIR Green Fund Manager.

Governments of Canada and Ontario investing over $219 million to bring high-speed Internet access to more than 66,000 households in over 300 communities in southern Ontario

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Monday, August 28, 2023
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The governments of Canada and Ontario are taking action to bring high-speed Internet access to unserved and underserved communities across Ontario.

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  • The governments of Canada and Ontario are taking action to bring high-speed Internet access to unserved and underserved communities across Ontario.
  • On July 29, 2021, the governments announced a Canada–Ontario broadband partnership to support large-scale, fibre-based projects that will provide high-speed Internet access to more than 280,000 households across the province.
  • Working with Rogers, we will help connect more than 66,000 underserved households in over 300 rural communities in Ontario, including over 600 Indigenous households.
  • In 2021, Ontario passed the Supporting Broadband and Infrastructure Expansion Act, 2021 to help speed up construction of high-speed Internet projects.

Bearskin Lake First Nation Energized by Wataynikaneyap Power

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023
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FORT WILLIAM FIRST NATION, Ontario, Aug. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wataynikaneyap Power is pleased to announce the energization of Bearskin Lake First Nation.

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  • FORT WILLIAM FIRST NATION, Ontario, Aug. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wataynikaneyap Power is pleased to announce the energization of Bearskin Lake First Nation.
  • Five more First Nations are planned to be energized in 2023, with the remaining seven to be connected in 2024.1
    “We are here to celebrate the energization of Bearskin Lake First Nation,” remarks Margaret Kenequanash, CEO of Wataynikaneyap Power.
  • Today’s announcement will ensure Bearskin Lake First Nation can transition away from diesel power and access clean, reliable electricity.
  • The Honourable Todd Smith, Minister of Energy, remarks, “I congratulate Wataynikaneyap Power on this incredible achievement in bringing clean, reliable and affordable electricity to Bearskin Lake First Nation.

Volt Carbon Technologies Releases Mid Year Test Results for its Lithium-ion Battery and Provides Operational Update

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Monday, July 24, 2023
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Calgary, Alberta, Canada, July 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Volt Carbon Technologies Inc. (“Volt Carbon” or the “Company”) (TSX-V: VCT) (OTCQB: TORVF) is pleased to announce the release of its mid-year test results for its proprietary lithium-ion battery.

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  • Calgary, Alberta, Canada, July 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Volt Carbon Technologies Inc. (“Volt Carbon” or the “Company”) (TSX-V: VCT) (OTCQB: TORVF) is pleased to announce the release of its mid-year test results for its proprietary lithium-ion battery.
  • Alongside these results, the Company is pleased to provide a comprehensive operational update.
  • These latest results represent the achievements of Solid Ultrabattery's facility during the first six months of 2023 and build upon the previous results released on January 17, 2023.
  • The battery pouch cells were manufactured using the Company's proprietary technology, which incorporates composite electrolytes to enhance cycle life and battery stability.

Government of Canada supporting Ontario universities with funding to reduce pollution to achieve environmental success

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Thursday, July 13, 2023
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This funding will enable eligible facilities to achieve greater energy efficiency, adopt sustainable solutions, and reduce their emissions to support the transition to a low-carbon world.

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  • This funding will enable eligible facilities to achieve greater energy efficiency, adopt sustainable solutions, and reduce their emissions to support the transition to a low-carbon world.
  • McMaster University will receive $2,087,600 to reduce its natural gas usage for campus heating through the installation of electric boilers.
  • By investing pollution pricing proceeds in these forward-thinking institutions, the Government of Canada is supporting their efforts to transition to lower-cost, renewable energy sources.
  • The Government of Canada has committed to return proceeds collected from the OBPS to the jurisdictions of origin.