1989 University of the Philippines–Department of National Defense accord

Historic settlement reached in class action lawsuit against the City of Leduc for systemic discrimination, sexual misconduct, and sexual assault against female employees

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023

This is the first settlement of a class action involving sexual misconduct and sexual assault in a fire department or municipality in Canada.

Key Points: 
  • This is the first settlement of a class action involving sexual misconduct and sexual assault in a fire department or municipality in Canada.
  • The individual compensation in this settlement exceeds that provided by Canada's most notable workplace harassment class action settlements to date, which involved systemic sexual abuse and harassment within the RCMP and the Department of National Defense.
  • The terms of this settlement include:
    The highest per-person monetary compensation in a Canadian class-action settlement for workplace misconduct.
  • A hearing for the Court of King's Bench to approve the settlement is scheduled for July 4, 2023 in Edmonton, AB.

Holcim launches the Circular Explorer in Manila Bay to preserve marine ecosystems in the Philippines

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Thursday, July 7, 2022

The first-of-its-kind 100% solar powered catamaran, the Circular Explorer is designed to recover up to four tons of plastic waste per day to preserve vital marine ecosystems in a sustainable way.

Key Points: 
  • The first-of-its-kind 100% solar powered catamaran, the Circular Explorer is designed to recover up to four tons of plastic waste per day to preserve vital marine ecosystems in a sustainable way.
  • The Circular Explorer is a platform to empower communities to join us to shift gears toward circular living.
  • Scientific initiatives, such as the one supported by Holcim with its Circular Explorer, are a significant contribution to these endeavors.
  • Horia Adrian, President & CEO, Holcim Philippines: The Circular Explorer is a symbol of Holcims commitment to sustainability.

iQor Earns Government Safety Seal in Santa Rosa

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Wednesday, April 6, 2022

The Philippines Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has recognized iQor Santa Rosa with the Government Safety Seal Certification for the BPO sector in the province of Laguna.

Key Points: 
  • The Philippines Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has recognized iQor Santa Rosa with the Government Safety Seal Certification for the BPO sector in the province of Laguna.
  • Companies in the manufacturing, utilities, and business process outsourcing (BPO) industries are eligible for the certification based on compliance with government health and safety standards.
  • This is the second iQor contact center the Philippines government has recognized with a Safety Seal Certification.
  • iQor has ongoing investments to create safe work environments, said Fleurette Navarro, iQor senior vice president of global recruitment and Philippines human resources.

iQor Earns Government Safety Seal in Dasmarinas

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Tuesday, February 22, 2022

The Philippines Department of Labor and Employment has recognized iQor Dasmarinas, Cavite as the first-ever recipient of the Government Safety Seal Certification for the BPO sector in the Calabarzon Region 4A.

Key Points: 
  • The Philippines Department of Labor and Employment has recognized iQor Dasmarinas, Cavite as the first-ever recipient of the Government Safety Seal Certification for the BPO sector in the Calabarzon Region 4A.
  • Companies in the manufacturing, utilities, and business process outsourcing (BPO) industries are eligible for the certification based on compliance with government health and safety standards.
  • This recognition by the Philippines government signifies how iQor prioritizes the health and safety of our employees and their communities.
  • This collaboration helped iQor achieve the first-ever Safety Seal Certification for a BPO company in the Calabarzon region, said iQor President and CEO Gary Praznik.

Mercury Safety Course For Dentists Launched In Multiple Languages

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Tuesday, November 23, 2021

Additionally, the course is being offered on a new, user-friendly online learning system so that dental professionals everywhere can learn how to reduce mercury exposure from amalgam fillings, all of which contain approximately 50% mercury.

Key Points: 
  • Additionally, the course is being offered on a new, user-friendly online learning system so that dental professionals everywhere can learn how to reduce mercury exposure from amalgam fillings, all of which contain approximately 50% mercury.
  • However, the nations of the world recently agreed to reduce mercury use with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)'s Minamata Treaty on Mercury .
  • So, it's clearly time for dentists to learn these crucial, up-to-date practices for mercury safety."
  • The IAOMT is an accredited member of UNEP's Global Mercury Partnership and was involved in the negotiations leading to the Minamata Treaty on Mercury.

Mercury Safety Course For Dentists Launched In Multiple Languages

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, November 23, 2021

Additionally, the course is being offered on a new, user-friendly online learning system so that dental professionals everywhere can learn how to reduce mercury exposure from amalgam fillings, all of which contain approximately 50% mercury.

Key Points: 
  • Additionally, the course is being offered on a new, user-friendly online learning system so that dental professionals everywhere can learn how to reduce mercury exposure from amalgam fillings, all of which contain approximately 50% mercury.
  • However, the nations of the world recently agreed to reduce mercury use with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)'s Minamata Treaty on Mercury .
  • So, it's clearly time for dentists to learn these crucial, up-to-date practices for mercury safety."
  • The IAOMT is an accredited member of UNEP's Global Mercury Partnership and was involved in the negotiations leading to the Minamata Treaty on Mercury.

Advent Technologies Announces Successful Installation of the Advent Fuel Cell System in the Philippine Telecom Sector

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021

Advent Technologies Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADN) (Advent) today announced that with its partner, Smart Communications Inc. (Smart), the company has successfully completed the first installation of its HG 5000 fuel cell systems across the Philippines.

Key Points: 
  • Advent Technologies Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADN) (Advent) today announced that with its partner, Smart Communications Inc. (Smart), the company has successfully completed the first installation of its HG 5000 fuel cell systems across the Philippines.
  • The delivery Agreement was made earlier this year between Smart in the Philippines and Advent Technologies A/S in Denmark (formerly SerEnergy A/S).
  • Dr. Vasilis Gregoriou, Advent Technologies Holdings Chairman and CEO said, The successful roll-out of our fuel cell systems is a major step forward in showcasing our commitment to decarbonizing the world at a faster and more efficient rate.
  • Advent Technologies Holdings, Inc. is a U.S. corporation that develops, manufactures, and assembles complete fuel cell systems, and the critical components for fuel cells in the renewable energy sector.