British Columbia Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy

WEST COAST SEEDS RAISES OVER $15,000 TO FOOD BANKS CANADA, PLEDGES 100% SALES OF NEW "FOOD BANKS CANADA COLLECTION"

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Thursday, December 15, 2022
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VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 15, 2022 /CNW/ - Canadian-based sustainable gardening leader, West Coast Seeds, announces its curated seed packet collection with 100% sales donated to Food Banks Canada.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 15, 2022 /CNW/ - Canadian-based sustainable gardening leader, West Coast Seeds, announces its curated seed packet collection with 100% sales donated to Food Banks Canada.
  • WEST COAST SEEDS RAISES OVER $15,000 TO FOOD BANKS CANADA, PLEDGES 100% SALES OF NEW "FOOD BANKS CANADA COLLECTION"
    "We look at concerning economic situations facing families across Canada today and we want to help," says Aaron Saks, President of West Coast Seeds.
  • West Coast Seeds has selected Food Banks Canada as the recipient charity for ongoing giving through 2023 to support their mission to improve food security across Canada.
  • The "Food Banks Canada Collection" is a bespoke, three-packet collection and includes West Coast Seeds signature blends of sunflower, cucumber, and basil.

Canada and British Columbia invest in climate action projects in two First Nations communities

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022
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This project will reduce emissions by composting organic waste within the communities, reducing the amount of waste that needs to be transported from these two remote First Nations communities to landfills.

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  • This project will reduce emissions by composting organic waste within the communities, reducing the amount of waste that needs to be transported from these two remote First Nations communities to landfills.
  • "By working with Indigenous communities across Canada, such as the Kwadacha and Heiltsuk Nations, we are reducing greenhouse gas emissions, building more resilient communities, and creating jobs.
  • The advanced and enhanced Low Carbon Economy Fund will support climate action by Indigenous peoples with a new $180 million Indigenous Leadership Fund.
  • This will support clean energy and energy efficiency projects led by First Nations, Inuit, and Mtis communities and organizations.

Aben Resources Receives 5 Year Area-Based Exploration Permit for the Slocan Graphite Property in Southeastern BC

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Thursday, November 17, 2022
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Jim Pettit, President of Aben Resources, stated Receiving our 5 year exploration permit for the Slocan Graphite property is a very positive step for Aben.

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  • Jim Pettit, President of Aben Resources, stated Receiving our 5 year exploration permit for the Slocan Graphite property is a very positive step for Aben.
  • Following on our first comprehensive field exploration of the Property this past summer we can now focus on drill-testing the previously undrilled Tedesco Conductor.
  • Aben Resources is a diversified Canadian gold and graphite exploration company with exploration projects in British Columbia, Ontario, and the Yukon Territory.
  • For further information on Aben Resources Ltd. (TSX-V: ABN ), visit our Companys website at www.aben resources.

Bruce Power joins Canadian delegation at COP27 to promote role of nuclear energy in global decarbonization efforts

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022
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Bruce Power, in returning Units 1-4 to service from 2003-12, provided the province with 70 per cent of the carbon-free energy it needed to shut down coal, which it accomplished in 2014.

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  • Bruce Power, in returning Units 1-4 to service from 2003-12, provided the province with 70 per cent of the carbon-free energy it needed to shut down coal, which it accomplished in 2014.
  • In 2021, the company announced the issuance of $500 million in Green Bonds, a global first for nuclear power and recognition of the critical role the technology plays in fighting climate change.
  • Bruce Power is participating in COP27 as part of the Canadian Nuclear Association (CNA) delegation.
  • The CNA delegation is also partnered with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and will support its program, panels, and exhibition.

FinDev Canada increases financial commitments to support climate action and women’s empowerment in developing countries

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022
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Under the leadership of CEO Lori Kerr, appointed in 2021, FinDev Canada launched its Climate Change Strategy , which articulates the institutions efforts to build a low-carbon portfolio that enables climate adaption and resilience in developing countries.

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  • Under the leadership of CEO Lori Kerr, appointed in 2021, FinDev Canada launched its Climate Change Strategy , which articulates the institutions efforts to build a low-carbon portfolio that enables climate adaption and resilience in developing countries.
  • 2021 also marked the launch of 2X Canada , a blended finance and investment facility financed by the Government of Canada through Global Affairs Canada and managed by FinDev Canada.
  • Furthermore, FinDev Canada was a founding member of the 2X Collaborative , the new leading industry body for gender lens investing.
  • The Development Finance Institute Canada Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Export Development Canada (EDC).

Kinross announces details of its Climate Change Strategy

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Wednesday, February 16, 2022
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TORONTO, Feb. 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kinross Gold Corporation (TSX:K; NYSE:KGC) (Kinross or the Company) is pleased to announce details of its Climate Change Strategy (the Strategy) and greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction action plan, which includes the Companys commitment to working towards the goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kinross Gold Corporation (TSX:K; NYSE:KGC) (Kinross or the Company) is pleased to announce details of its Climate Change Strategy (the Strategy) and greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction action plan, which includes the Companys commitment to working towards the goals of the 2015 Paris Agreement.
  • The Climate Change Strategy is in line with Kinross values and commitment to sustainable mining, and builds on its strong record in this area.
  • Kinross will maintain its focus on climate change as a key consideration in its overall business strategy, project development plans, mine life planning and financial analysis.
  • 1 Kinross is using 2021 as the baseline year as part of its Climate Change Strategy objectives.

Agama Partners Named Pre-Qualified Consultant for BC Agri-food & Seafood Market Development Program

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Monday, November 29, 2021
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Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - November 29, 2021) - Agama Partners has been pre-qualified by the British Columbia Ministry of Agriculture to provide Market Research Services to the BC Agri-food and Seafood Market Development Program.

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  • Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - November 29, 2021) - Agama Partners has been pre-qualified by the British Columbia Ministry of Agriculture to provide Market Research Services to the BC Agri-food and Seafood Market Development Program.
  • About the BC Agri-food and Seafood Market Development Program:
    The B.C.
  • Agri-food and Seafood Market Development Program helps B.C.
  • Agri-Food and Seafood Market Development Program is open until December 9, 2021
    Agama Partners is an agriculture industry research and project development organization providing services to global investors and northern hemisphere fruit producers.

British Columbia is EV Friendly

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Monday, November 22, 2021
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BURNABY, British Columbia, Nov. 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Automotive Retailers Association of British Columbia (ARA) is pleased to announce the launch of EVfriendly, an industry-led program, sponsored by the Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation, designed to cultivate a higher degree of confidence in zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) ownership.

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  • BURNABY, British Columbia, Nov. 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Automotive Retailers Association of British Columbia (ARA) is pleased to announce the launch of EVfriendly, an industry-led program, sponsored by the Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation, designed to cultivate a higher degree of confidence in zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) ownership.
  • The original target, set a few years ago, was for all new light-duty passenger vehicle sales to be ZEVs by 2040.
  • By ensuring the availability of more qualified professionals in the industry, the EVfriendly program will support this uptake and make it easier for more British Columbians to go electric.
  • We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia through the Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation.

GMO Launches Climate Change Trust for Australian Investors

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Thursday, October 7, 2021
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The trust, led by investment veteran Lucas White, will provide Australian investors with access to GMOs Climate Change Strategy, which invests in companies GMO believes are positioned to benefit either directly or indirectly from efforts to mitigate or adapt to the long-term effects of global climate change.

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  • The trust, led by investment veteran Lucas White, will provide Australian investors with access to GMOs Climate Change Strategy, which invests in companies GMO believes are positioned to benefit either directly or indirectly from efforts to mitigate or adapt to the long-term effects of global climate change.
  • The GMO Climate Change Trust joins GMO Australias existing suite of funds including the GMO Quality Trust, two Systematic Global Macro strategies and an Emerging Market equities trust.
  • Performance of the GMO Climate Change Trust may vary from the performance of the Climate Change Strategy.
  • Before making an investment decision about the GMO Climate Change Trust persons should read the offer document which can be obtained from GMO Australia Limited.