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Kenon Holdings Reports Q1 2023 Results and Additional Updates

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Monday, June 5, 2023
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Set forth below is a discussion of significant changes in cost of sales between Q1 2023 and Q1 2022.

Key Points: 
  • Set forth below is a discussion of significant changes in cost of sales between Q1 2023 and Q1 2022.
  • Finance expenses, net in Q1 2023 was $5 million, which is largely in line with Q1 2022 of $6 million.
  • The average freight rate in Q1 2023 was $1,390 per TEU, as compared to $3,848 per TEU in Q1 2022.
  • ZIM's Adjusted EBITDA6 in Q1 2023 was $373 million, as compared to $2.5 billion in Q1 2022.

Métis Nation of Alberta overwhelmingly approve Constitution in largest ratification by an Indigenous Nation in Canadian History

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Friday, December 2, 2022
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The results from the MNA vote represent the largest ratification vote ever undertaken by an Indigenous nation in Canadian history ( see chart ).

Key Points: 
  • The results from the MNA vote represent the largest ratification vote ever undertaken by an Indigenous nation in Canadian history ( see chart ).
  • In 2019, the MNA signed a self-government agreement with Canada, along with other recognized Mtis governments in Saskatchewan and Ontario .
  • This agreement recognized the MNA represents the Mtis Nation within Alberta, which holds the right to self-government protected by Canada's Constitution (MNA Self-Government Agreement, Chapter 3).
  • The MNA maintains the only objectively verifiable registry that identifies Mtis citizens and rights-holders living in Alberta.

COALITION OF ABUSED SCOUTS FOR JUSTICE RELEASES STATEMENT ON HISTORIC BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA BANKRUPTCY PLAN

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Friday, July 29, 2022
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NEW YORK, July 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice ("Coalition"), today commented on the confirmation from the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware on the Plan of Reorganization ("the Plan") for the Boy Scouts of America ("BSA").

Key Points: 
  • The confirmation of this Plan makes closure possible and some measure of justice tangible for people whose voices have been silenced for far too long.
  • Today's decision means that tens of thousands of people who were abused as children will be eligible for compensation within their lifetime.
  • It includes more than two dozen law firms representing more than 70,000 the approximately 82,500 survivor-claimants in the BSA bankruptcy case.
  • The Plan will also implement critical safety measures and protections for current and future generations of Scouts, as well as ensure the BSA has a future beyond bankruptcy.

COALITION OF ABUSED SCOUTS FOR JUSTICE INCREASES LARGEST SEXUAL ABUSE SETTLEMENT FUND IN HISTORY TO MORE THAN $2.6 BILLION

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Monday, December 13, 2021
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stated: "The settlement announced today is the result of months-long and hard-fought negotiations between Coalition attorneys and various other parties.

Key Points: 
  • stated: "The settlement announced today is the result of months-long and hard-fought negotiations between Coalition attorneys and various other parties.
  • We have always said that our goals in this situation are two-fold: making sure that current and future scouts are protected and building the largest compensation fund possible.
  • The new settlement also increases the Local Councils' contribution to the settlement fund by an additional $40 million.
  • The Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice includes approximately 18,000 abuse survivors, represented by 27 law firms who collectively represent more than 63,000 sexual abuse survivors of the Boy Scouts of America nationwide.

Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation Announces Close of Northern Courier Pipeline System Deal

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021
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CALGARY, Alberta, Nov. 30, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation (AIOC) is proud to announce that the Northern Courier Pipeline System sale has closed, marking the end of years of collaboration and negotiations among all partners and making the Astisiy Limited Partnership (Astisiy), comprised of Suncor Energy and the eight Indigenous Communities, the official owners of a 15 per cent stake in the Northern Courier Pipeline System (NCPS).

Key Points: 
  • CALGARY, Alberta, Nov. 30, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation (AIOC) is proud to announce that the Northern Courier Pipeline System sale has closed, marking the end of years of collaboration and negotiations among all partners and making the Astisiy Limited Partnership (Astisiy), comprised of Suncor Energy and the eight Indigenous Communities, the official owners of a 15 per cent stake in the Northern Courier Pipeline System (NCPS).
  • This deal really encapsulates our mandate to facilitate investments by Indigenous communities and advance their role as true partners in Albertas natural resource economy.
  • We look forward to seeing each of the communities involved in todays deal flourish and grow in the years to come.
  • These own-source revenue streams will help bring prosperity and equity to each Indigenous Community involved in todays exciting announcement.

Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice Secures Support from Ad Hoc Committee to Appoint Survivors to Local Council Boards

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Friday, November 19, 2021
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NEW YORK, Nov. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice ("Coalition") announced today that it has received support from the Ad Hoc Committee of Local Councils of the Boy Scouts of America ("Ad Hoc Committee") on its recommendation that Local Councils include survivors on their Boards.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice ("Coalition") announced today that it has received support from the Ad Hoc Committee of Local Councils of the Boy Scouts of America ("Ad Hoc Committee") on its recommendation that Local Councils include survivors on their Boards.
  • The boards of several Ad Hoc Committee councils including the Greater New York Councils, the Atlanta Area Council, and the Crossroads of America Council have already committed to include a survivor on each of their boards.
  • We will continue with our strong momentum to fight for justice for survivors and establish accountability in scouting."
  • The Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice includes approximately 18,000 abuse survivors, represented by law firms who collectively represent more than 63,000 childhood sexual abuse survivors.

Known Sex Offenders and Unscreened Adults Still Have Access to Children in Boy Scouts of America, Say Survivors of Sexual Abuse

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Wednesday, November 10, 2021
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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Survivors of Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse want parents to know that the organization gives known offenders and unscreened adults access to children in its care.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Survivors of Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse want parents to know that the organization gives known offenders and unscreened adults access to children in its care.
  • Unscreened adults can be in charge of kids on Boy Scouts of America overnight trips and serve as volunteers.
  • This is why I am urging Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse Survivors to REJECT and vote 'NO' on the Plan.
  • Trustee, which is an arm of the United States Department of Justice, to represent the interests of all Boy Scouts sexual abuse Survivors.

Boy Scouts Of America Offers Sexual Abuse Survivors Historically Low Ultimate Recoveries

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Monday, November 8, 2021
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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Survivors of Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse are urging fellow Survivors to REJECT and vote 'NO' on a proposed Modified Fifth Amended Plan of Reorganization (Plan) of the Boy Scouts of America.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Survivors of Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse are urging fellow Survivors to REJECT and vote 'NO' on a proposed Modified Fifth Amended Plan of Reorganization (Plan) of the Boy Scouts of America.
  • "Survivors need to vote 'NO' on this plan to send a powerful message to Boy Scouts of America and the Local Councils that a fair and equitable settlement for all Survivors is the only answer," said Doug Kennedy, Vice Chairman of the TCC and a Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse Survivor.
  • This is historic," said John Humphrey, Chairman of the TCC and Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse Survivor.
  • "The current plan puts Survivors on a path to receiving historically low ultimate recoveries and releases Local Councils and Chartered Organizations from more than 40 years of sexual abuse claims.

Boy Scouts Of America Sexual Abuse Survivors Say "Reject And Vote No To Settlement" And Stop Ongoing Abuse

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Thursday, November 4, 2021
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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Survivors of Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse are urging fellow Survivors to REJECT and vote NO on a proposed Modified Fifth Amended Plan of Reorganization (Plan) of the Boy Scouts of America.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Survivors of Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse are urging fellow Survivors to REJECT and vote NO on a proposed Modified Fifth Amended Plan of Reorganization (Plan) of the Boy Scouts of America.
  • "'NO' is the only response," said Doug Kennedy, Vice Chairman of the Official Tort Claimants' Committee (TCC) and a Boy Scouts of America sexual abuse Survivor.
  • "A 'NO' vote is the only way to force the Boy Scouts of America to stop protecting child predators and start protecting children and Survivors," said James Stang of Pachulski Stang Ziehl & Jones, Counsel to the TCC.
  • of Justice, to represent the interests of all Boy Scouts sexual abuse Survivors.

The Coalition of Abused Scouts for Justice and Boy Scouts of America Jointly Announce Formation of Survivor Advisory Working Group

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Tuesday, November 2, 2021
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Importantly, the Coalition demanded that the Working Group be open to all survivors, to ensure that all perspectives are heard.

Key Points: 
  • Importantly, the Coalition demanded that the Working Group be open to all survivors, to ensure that all perspectives are heard.
  • This announcement follows a recent commitment from the BSA to appoint a survivor to its National Executive Board.
  • Both the formation of a Survivor Working Group and the addition of a survivor to the BSA Board are the direct result of Coalition negotiations with the BSA.
  • We appreciate the Coalition's leadership in this effort, and fully stand behind the Working Group, its purposes, and its goals.