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Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport announces improvements to Canada's supply chain by alleviating key corridor bottlenecks

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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Today, on behalf of the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, Vance Badawey, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport and Member of Parliament for Niagara Centre, announced an investment of over $12 million through the National Trade Corridors Fund.

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  • Today, on behalf of the Minister of Transport, Pablo Rodriguez, Vance Badawey, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport and Member of Parliament for Niagara Centre, announced an investment of over $12 million through the National Trade Corridors Fund.
  • The six projects that received funding will improve Canadian supply chain efficiency by alleviating bottlenecks in key corridors.
  • "Our trade relationship with the U.S. is vital to strengthening our international trade performance and the prosperity of our middle class.
  • Through the National Trade Corridors Fund, Transport Canada is supporting improvements to Canada's roads, rail, air, and marine shipping routes to foster domestic and international trade.

More than 35 Iconic Canadian Buildings and Landmarks to be Illuminated for World Occupational Therapy Day

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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Ottawa, Ontario, Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On October 27, 2023, more than 35 iconic buildings and landmarks across Canada will light up blue in a show of support for World Occupational Therapy Day, an international day of awareness to acknowledge the work done by occupational therapists (OTs) and occupational therapist assistants (OTAs).

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  • Ottawa, Ontario, Oct. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On October 27, 2023, more than 35 iconic buildings and landmarks across Canada will light up blue in a show of support for World Occupational Therapy Day, an international day of awareness to acknowledge the work done by occupational therapists (OTs) and occupational therapist assistants (OTAs).
  • World Occupational Therapy Day promotes and celebrates the profession locally, nationally, and internationally, and the meaningful differences that OTs and OTAs make in the lives of their clients.
  • First launched in 2010 by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT), World Occupational Therapy Day has become an important date as it falls in October, which is celebrated as Occupational Therapy Month in Canada.
  • "We are honoured to have the hard work and dedication of the 20,000 OTs and OTAs across Canada recognized by so many iconic landmarks," says Phillip Wendt, President of the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists.

American Hydrotech’s Monolithic Membrane 6125® Celebrates 60th Year of Proven Performance

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
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This year marks the 60th anniversary of Monolithic Membrane 6125 ®, the original hot fluid-applied rubberized asphalt membrane.

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  • This year marks the 60th anniversary of Monolithic Membrane 6125 ®, the original hot fluid-applied rubberized asphalt membrane.
  • MM6125® created a better way to protect commercial buildings, establishing a new category and becoming the standard in the industry.
  • MM6125 from American Hydrotech , a Sika Company, is the foundation used in constructing high performance roofs, vegetated green roofs, plaza decks with swimming pools and other multi-use rooftop applications.
  • When the Guggenheim Museum in New York City underwent a renovation in 1990, Monolithic Membrane 6125’s Ultimate Assembly was chosen to safeguard the fabled building.

CBSA seizure of 70 kilograms of suspected cocaine leads to RCMP charges

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023
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During the inspection of the truck trailer, border services officers discovered three duffle bags containing bricks of suspected cocaine, weighing approximately 70 kg.

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  • During the inspection of the truck trailer, border services officers discovered three duffle bags containing bricks of suspected cocaine, weighing approximately 70 kg.
  • The CBSA arrested the driver and seized the suspected cocaine.
  • -  The Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Public Safety
    "This cocaine seizure is the result of hard work and diligence from the CBSA and RCMP who are committed to stopping illegal activity at our borders.
  • Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is encouraged to contact their local police, the RCMP at 1-800-387-0020 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.

Canada and United States announce new NEXUS interview option to expand enrolment capacity

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023
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It will include CBSA interviews at reopened airport enrolment centres in Canada and separate CBP interviews at Canadian airport preclearance locations for applicants departing for the United States.

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  • It will include CBSA interviews at reopened airport enrolment centres in Canada and separate CBP interviews at Canadian airport preclearance locations for applicants departing for the United States.
  • Increased interview appointments at enrolment centres in the United States through expanded staffing and enrolment activities.
  • The NEXUS program is designed to expedite the border clearance process for pre-approved, NEXUS members travelling between Canada and the United States.
  • Therefore, in the future, should Canada conduct preclearance in the United States, CBSA officers performing NEXUS enrolment in those preclearance areas for travellers departing for Canada would similarly be covered by the provisions of the LRMA.

CBSA re-opens select NEXUS centres as part of solution to backlog

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Monday, December 5, 2022
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The CBSA has reopened two NEXUS and FAST enrolment centres in Canada.

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  • The CBSA has reopened two NEXUS and FAST enrolment centres in Canada.
  • Applicants can now schedule interviews at the Lansdowne, Ontario (Thousand Islands Bridge) and Fort Erie, Ontario (Peace Bridge) enrolment centres.
  • The re-opening of these centres with CBSA officers is the first phase of the solution to address the NEXUS and FAST backlog.
  • As this initial phase continues, more Canadian enrolment centres will open at additional select land border crossings in the future.

New York tolling authorities select TTEC Government Solutions to provide enhanced customer contact solutions across tri-state area

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Thursday, September 22, 2022
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Agencies that comprise the contracting authorities include New York State Thruway Authority (NYSTA) and The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ).

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  • Agencies that comprise the contracting authorities include New York State Thruway Authority (NYSTA) and The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ).
  • In addition to its partnership with the New York tolling authorities, TTEC delivers customer support with transportation authorities in other key states such as California, Florida, New Jersey, and Texas.
  • TTEC Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:TTEC) is one of the largest global CX (customer experience) technology and services innovators for end-to-end, digital CX solutions.
  • The Company's Engage business delivers digital customer engagement, customer acquisition & growth, content moderation, fraud prevention, and data annotation solutions.

Nation Lights Up Blue As 'STOMP Out Bullying' Kicks Off 15th Annual World Bullying Prevention Month In October

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Thursday, September 30, 2021
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October is World Bullying Prevention Month, when students, schools and communities wear blue to help STOMP Out Bullying.

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  • October is World Bullying Prevention Month, when students, schools and communities wear blue to help STOMP Out Bullying.
  • During October, students, schools, and communities all over the world will unite against bullying, donning the symbolic color of blue to highlight bullying prevention.
  • "In response to all forms of bullying, we must end the hate and 'Change the Culture' together," noted Ross Ellis, CEO of STOMP Out Bullying.
  • Throughout the month, more organizations will pledge to #BlueUp, and all are encouraged to go blue or wear blue to send a message that bullying must end.

High Tide Opens New Canna Cabana Retail Cannabis Stores in Fort Erie and Innisfil, Ontario

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Thursday, September 23, 2021
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These openings bring High Tide's total number of branded retail locations across Canada to 97, and 26 in Ontario, selling recreational cannabis products and consumption accessories.

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  • These openings bring High Tide's total number of branded retail locations across Canada to 97, and 26 in Ontario, selling recreational cannabis products and consumption accessories.
  • High Tide is a retail-focused cannabis company enhanced by the manufacturing of proprietary and licensed consumption accessories.
  • High Tide's retail segment features the Canna Cabana, Meta Cannabis Co., Meta Cannabis Supply Co. and NewLeaf Cannabis banners, with additional locations under development across the country.
  • Key industry investors in High Tide include Tilray Inc. (TSX: TLRY) (Nasdaq: TLRY) and Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX: ACB) (Nasdaq: ACB).