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STATEMENT - Minister Fraser announces appointment of chair of Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada

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Friday, July 14, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, July 14, 2023 /CNW/ - The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following statement:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, July 14, 2023 /CNW/ - The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, issued the following statement:
    "I am very pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Manon Brassard as Chair of the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB) for a five-year term, effective July 23, 2023.
  • In 2010, she was appointed assistant deputy minister (ADM) of Corporate Services at what was then Citizenship and Immigration Canada and, in 2013, she became ADM of Programs at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.
  • In 2014, she moved to the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat, where she served as ADM of the Compensation and Labour Relations sector.
  • She will remain in this role until she takes on her new position as Chair of the IRB.

Talisker Strengthens Board of Directors

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Monday, February 6, 2023
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TORONTO, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Talisker Resources Ltd. ("Talisker" or the "Company") (TSX: TSK) (OTCQX: TSKFF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Christy Smith and Robert Power as directors and the resignation of founding director, Brent Gilchrist.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Talisker Resources Ltd. ("Talisker" or the "Company") (TSX: TSK) (OTCQX: TSKFF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Christy Smith and Robert Power as directors and the resignation of founding director, Brent Gilchrist.
  • Mr. Gilchrist will be continuing as an advisor to the Board.
  • "We are very pleased to be adding directors of such caliber to Talisker's Board.
  • Both Christy and Robert have extensive experience in the mining industry of British Columbia and bring a strong ESG skillset to the Talisker Board.

THE ROYAL CANADIAN MINT ANNOUNCES NUMISMATIC COIN COLLECTION HONOURING THE LIFE AND REIGN OF QUEEN ELIZABETH II

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Thursday, January 26, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II, who served as Canada's monarch and head of state for 70 years is being remembered on a dazzling collection of precious metal coins. Silver, gold and platinum coins revisit seven decades of history by featuring timeless emblems of the reign of the late Queen, while other precious keepsakes show a more intimate portrait of the Queen known to generations of Canadians. These numismatic treasures, featuring a special tribute obverse displaying all four effigies that have appeared on Canadian coins, will be offered to the public throughout 2023. The 2022 $5 Fine Silver Coin - A Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, the first issue in this souvenir collection, as well as the 2022 $2 Special Wrap Roll – Honouring Queen Elizabeth II, are available as of today.

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  • The 2022 $5 Fine Silver Coin - A Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, the first issue in this souvenir collection, as well as the 2022 $2 Special Wrap Roll – Honouring Queen Elizabeth II, are available as of today.
  • "The passing of Queen Elizabeth II is a pivotal event that the Mint is acknowledging with dignity and respect," said Marie Lemay, President and CEO of the Royal Canadian Mint.
  • Except for the Special Wrap Roll circulation coins, the obverse design is exclusive to the Queen Elizabeth II's Reign collection.
  • The 2022 $5 Fine Silver Coin - A Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II and the 2022 $2 Special Wrap Roll – Honouring Queen Elizabeth II can be ordered directly from the Mint at 1-800-267-1871 in Canada, 1-800-268-6468 in the US, or at www.mint.ca .

PyroGenesis Announces the Return of Mr. Alan Curleigh as Chair of the Board of Directors

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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Mr. P. Peter Pascali will step down as Chair of PyroGenesis, and pursue his regular duties as CEO, President and Director of PyroGenesis.

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  • Mr. P. Peter Pascali will step down as Chair of PyroGenesis, and pursue his regular duties as CEO, President and Director of PyroGenesis.
  • The Board now has eight directors, of which 6 are independent directors.
  • “On behalf of the Board of Directors and myself, I would like to extend a warm welcome to Mr. Curleigh on his return to PyroGenesis.
  • Mr. Curleigh has the deepest respect of PyroGenesis’ management team, most of whom have worked closely with him until his departure as Chair in 2019 after a 9-year tenure.

Bob Dhillon Appointed to the Alberta Investment Management Corporation Board

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Friday, September 16, 2022
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EDMONTON, AB, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Chair of Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo), is pleased to announce the appointment of Bob Dhillon to the Board, effective October 1, 2022.

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  • EDMONTON, AB, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Chair of Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo), is pleased to announce the appointment of Bob Dhillon to the Board, effective October 1, 2022.
  • "We are very pleased to welcome Bob Dhillon as an AIMCo Board member," said Mark Wiseman, Chairperson of AIMCo.
  • The appointment of Mr. Bob Dhillon fills the vacancy left by Mr. Bob Kelly who will be leaving the board effective September 30, 2022.
  • In accordance with the Alberta Investment Management Corporation Act, the Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing the management of the business and affairs of AIMCo.

Bob Dhillon Appointed to the Alberta Investment Management Corporation Board

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Friday, September 16, 2022
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EDMONTON, AB, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -Today, the Chair of Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo), is pleased to announce the appointment of Bob Dhillon to the Board, effective October 1, 2022.

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  • EDMONTON, AB, Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -Today, the Chair of Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo), is pleased to announce the appointment of Bob Dhillon to the Board, effective October 1, 2022.
  • "We are very pleased to welcome Bob Dhillon as an AIMCo Board member," said Mark Wiseman, Chairperson of AIMCo.
  • The appointment of Mr. Bob Dhillon fills the vacancy left by Mr. Bob Kelly who will be leaving the board effective September 30, 2022.
  • In accordance with the Alberta Investment Management Corporation Act, the Board of Directors is responsible for overseeing the management of the business and affairs of AIMCo.

Thought-Provoking Globe & Mail Health Writer André Picard to Speak at The 22nd Annual Healthcare Summit in Vancouver

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Thursday, September 8, 2022
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VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 8, 2022 /CNW/ - Reboot Communications Ltd. is honoured to announce award-winningnational health writer and author,Andr Picard as their opening keynote speaker at The 22nd Annual Healthcare Summit , held in Vancouver, British Columbia from September 22-23rd, 2022.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, Sept. 8, 2022 /CNW/ - Reboot Communications Ltd. is honoured to announce award-winningnational health writer and author,Andr Picard as their opening keynote speaker at The 22nd Annual Healthcare Summit , held in Vancouver, British Columbia from September 22-23rd, 2022.
  • Well known for his"say-it like it is" perspective on the Canadian healthcare system, Andr will be delivering a keynote presentation focused onsolutionsto the currenthealthcare crisisfacing Canadians today.
  • Andr will join over 50 other national and international subject matter experts delivering keynotes and panel discussions on the future delivery of healthcare.
  • This year, the discussion moves into action as we embrace change, turn problems into potential, and chart the future in healthcare.

First woman takes office as president of Rotary International

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Wednesday, June 29, 2022
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EVANSTON, Ill., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jennifer Jones , member of the Rotary Club of Windsor-Roseland, Ontario, Canada, will be the first woman to take office as Rotary International President in the service organization's 117-year existence on 1 July 2022.

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  • EVANSTON, Ill., June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jennifer Jones , member of the Rotary Club of Windsor-Roseland, Ontario, Canada, will be the first woman to take office as Rotary International President in the service organization's 117-year existence on 1 July 2022.
  • "This year, we are going to bring Rotary service projects center stage around the world.
  • Jones officially takes office as Rotary International President on 1 July 2022 in Ottawa, Canada at the mid-point of her cross-country tour.
  • Rotary connects 1.4 million people of action from more than 46,000 Rotary clubs in almost every country in the world.

The Government of Canada Honours William H. Wilson and the late Paris K. Sahlen as Hometown Heroes

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Monday, June 6, 2022
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On Saturday, June 4th, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, paid tribute to William H. Wilson and the late Paris K. Sahlen, through Parks Canada's Hometown Heroes program.

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  • On Saturday, June 4th, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, paid tribute to William H. Wilson and the late Paris K. Sahlen, through Parks Canada's Hometown Heroes program.
  • "On behalf of the Government of Canada, I'm honoured to recognize William H. Wilson and Paris K. Sahlen as Hometown Heroes for their significant contributions and devotion to preserve and protect Canada's naval heritage.
  • I invite you to learn more about our newest Hometown Heroes, Captain (N) William H. Wilson and Paris K. Sahlen, and the many other Canadians who have been honoured through this commemorative program."
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    "On behalf of the Royal Canadian Navy, I am extremely pleased that Captain(N) (ret'd) William H. Wilson and Paris K. Sahlen are being honoured as Hometown Heroes.

Temerty Foundation Makes History with $10 Million Gift to JDRF, the Largest Single Donation to Type 1 Diabetes Research in Canada

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022
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The familys investment through Temerty Foundation is the largest single gift ever made to T1D research in Canada.

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  • The familys investment through Temerty Foundation is the largest single gift ever made to T1D research in Canada.
  • James and Louise Temerty are selfless philanthropic leaders and longtime supporters of a wide range of causes that improve lives in Canada and worldwide.
  • Their foothold in the healthcare space is especially vast the Temerty name is synonymous with championing medical research in Canada.
  • Our hope through this gift is that JDRF harnesses the determination of Canadians to drive life-changing breakthroughs in type 1 diabetes research.