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The Canadian Vaping Association – Quebec’s vaping flavour ban comes into force today, lacking support for smokers and a clear enforcement strategy

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

However, the Canadian Vaping Association (CVA) has expressed concerns to the Quebec government, arguing that this regulation will not achieve its intended goal of curbing youth experimentation.

Key Points: 
  • However, the Canadian Vaping Association (CVA) has expressed concerns to the Quebec government, arguing that this regulation will not achieve its intended goal of curbing youth experimentation.
  • The available data consistently finds that flavour bans fail to effectively protect youth and lead to increased tobacco sales among both young people and adults.
  • Flavour bans act as an impediment for adults who smoke, while failing to add any measure of protection to young people.
  • As the CVA steadfastly advocates for balanced, evidence-based policies, it becomes increasingly apparent that a shift in direction is imperative.

Lisa McCoy Joins Defeat Duchenne Canada as New CEO

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Defeat Duchenne Canada appoints Lisa McCoy as new CEO.

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  • Defeat Duchenne Canada appoints Lisa McCoy as new CEO.
  • "I am thrilled to join the Defeat Duchenne Canada team and contribute to the vital vision: a future without Duchenne," said Lisa McCoy.
  • "We are confident that Lisa will provide the visionary leadership required to take Defeat Duchenne Canada to new heights," said Brain Atkinson, Chair of the Board of Directors at Defeat Duchenne Canada.
  • Lisa McCoy assumes her role as CEO of Defeat Duchenne Canada immediately.

Mindset Social Innovation Founder, Alison Lawton, Appointed to the World Refugee & Migration Council’s Canadian Task Force Against Global Corruption

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Mindset Social Innovation Foundation is thrilled to announce the appointment of its founder, Alison Lawton, to the World Refugee & Migration Council’s Canadian Task Force Against Global Corruption .

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Mindset Social Innovation Foundation is thrilled to announce the appointment of its founder, Alison Lawton, to the World Refugee & Migration Council’s Canadian Task Force Against Global Corruption .
  • "I am thrilled and honored to be joining both the World Refugee & Migration Council and the Canadian Task Force Against Global Corruption,” said Lawton.
  • Lawton's vision for social impact and her dedication to promoting sustainable investment practices will undoubtedly make a significant contribution to the World Refugee & Migration Council’s Canadian Task Force Against Global Corruption's efforts to support the redevelopment of Ukraine.
  • Mindset Social Innovation Foundation is a Canadian charitable organization established in 2006, dedicated to investigating intricate social challenges that require unconventional approaches to problem-solving and reorganization.

Pilot Company ramps up support for annual Heart Month Campaign

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023

KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pilot Company is kicking off American Heart Month Campaign with its annual round-up campaign, encouraging guests to stop at one of their participating locations to support heart health.

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  • KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pilot Company is kicking off American Heart Month Campaign with its annual round-up campaign, encouraging guests to stop at one of their participating locations to support heart health.
  • By rounding up your purchases at Pilot and Flying J stores during Heart Month, you are helping the American Heart Association and the Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation save lives."
  • Participating Flying J travel centers in Canada will be extending their support of Heart Month Campaign throughout the entire month of February this year, with donations benefiting the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada (Heart & Stroke).
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    To learn more about American Heart Association's Life is Why™ campaign, visit heart.org/lifeiswhycampaign and to learn more about Heart & Stroke, visit heartandstroke.ca .

Transformative Brand No Sugar Company Is Awarded October 3rd As National No Sugar Day

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- No Sugar king, Brad Woodgate, the CEO, author, recording artist, and founder of No Sugar Company and Joyburst Beverages is back again and has been awarded October 3rd as the official National No Sugar Day with National Day Archives. The goal of No Sugar Day is that people and other food companies make the conscious decision to decrease their sugar intake for a healthier mind and body. Woodgate believes that "refined sugar will be looked back at in 10 years, similarly to how people abuse cigarettes and its negative effects on your health," and notes countries have already started applying 'sugar taxes' on products.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- No Sugar king, Brad Woodgate, the CEO, author, recording artist, and founder of No Sugar Company and Joyburst Beverages is back again and has been awarded October 3rd as the official National No Sugar Day with National Day Archives.
  • The goal of No Sugar Day is that people and other food companies make the conscious decision to decrease their sugar intake for a healthier mind and body.
  • I'm excited that National No Sugar Day will be a recognized day that will be celebrated Internationally," said No Sugar Company CEO, Brad Woodgate.
  • Learn more at: Thenosugarcompany.com
    Joyburst is a refreshing and delicious good-for-you energy drink brought to you by the No Sugar Company.

Survey reveals how volunteering boosts enjoyment in retirement

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022

In the recent survey, 62% of RTOERO members agreed that volunteering contributes to the enjoyment of retirement life.

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  • In the recent survey, 62% of RTOERO members agreed that volunteering contributes to the enjoyment of retirement life.
  • In advance of National Volunteer Week (April 24-30), RTOERO surveyed its 81,000 members about how and why they volunteer.
  • Thats well above the Canadian average for this age group, which hovers at around 40% according to Volunteer Canada.
  • RTOERO members cared about their communities throughout their careers and now serve them every day in retirement, says Prophet.

Pilot Company expands American Heart Month Campaign with more ways to give this February

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Wednesday, February 2, 2022

We hope you'll join us again this year in giving back to both the American Heart Association and the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada."

Key Points: 
  • We hope you'll join us again this year in giving back to both the American Heart Association and the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada."
  • eGift Cards: For every heart themed Pilot Flying J eGift card sold in February, the company will donate 10% of the proceeds to the American Heart Association, up to $10,000.
  • Donate Online: A donation link is available on the Pilot Flying J campaign website throughout the month of February to provide guests another convenient way to donate to the American Heart Association.
  • To learn more about American Heart Association's Life is Why campaign, visit heart.org/lifeiswhycampaign and to learn more about Heart & Stroke, visit heartandstroke.ca .

Study Shows Health Benefits from Membership at a Medical Fitness Facility

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Wednesday, November 10, 2021

The studywas conducted over a ten-year period from 2005 to 2015 with two certified medical fitness facilities, The Wellness Institute and Reh-Fit Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba, to look at the link between membership at a medical fitness facility and health outcomes.

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  • The studywas conducted over a ten-year period from 2005 to 2015 with two certified medical fitness facilities, The Wellness Institute and Reh-Fit Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba, to look at the link between membership at a medical fitness facility and health outcomes.
  • The medical fitness modelis designed to improve health status by providing evidence-based, medically integrated programming to promote health.
  • Unlike traditional fitness facilities, this model incorporates medical oversight; clinical integration with a health system; a higher level of staff education and training; health assessments; and health education.
  • "We are pleased to see the validation of what we have seen in the growing medical fitness industry,"said David Flench, CEO of the Medical Fitness Association.

Novartis launches Not Another Minute to educate Canadians and take action to bend the curve of cardiovascular disease (CVD)

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Tuesday, October 26, 2021

DORVAL, QC, Oct. 26, 2021 /CNW/ - Today Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada launches Not Another Minute, a campaign to bring Canadians together in the fight against cardiovascular disease (CVD).

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  • DORVAL, QC, Oct. 26, 2021 /CNW/ - Today Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada launches Not Another Minute, a campaign to bring Canadians together in the fight against cardiovascular disease (CVD).
  • Almost 80 per cent of all CVD deaths are preventable, and the campaign aims to educate the country to bend the curve of CVD.
  • "Some of the modifiable risk factors, including high cholesterol, contribute to mortality and disability related to cardiovascular disease.
  • 8WHO, Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) Fact Sheet 2017. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/cardiovascular-diseases-(cvds) Accessed May 10, 2020
    SOURCE Novartis Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc.

Hon. Navdeep Bains to join CIBC as Vice-Chair, Global Investment Banking

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Monday, September 27, 2021

TORONTO, Sept. 27, 2021 /CNW/ - CIBC today announced that the Honourable Navdeep Bains will be joining the bank as Vice-Chair, Global Investment Banking, effective October 4, 2021.

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  • TORONTO, Sept. 27, 2021 /CNW/ - CIBC today announced that the Honourable Navdeep Bains will be joining the bank as Vice-Chair, Global Investment Banking, effective October 4, 2021.
  • Mr. Bains brings proven leadership in the public and private sector, and deep expertise in shaping Canada's innovation policy to his new role.
  • As part of CIBC's Capital Markets team, he will focus on developing and fostering senior level client relationships and business development globally.
  • CIBC is a leading North American financial institution with 10 million personal banking, business, public sector and institutional clients.