Outaouais

Minister of Transport and Quebec Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility announce a joint investment in Outaouais roads

Retrieved on: 
Monday, December 11, 2023

As stipulated in the Outaouais Road Agreement, the costs will be shared equally between the Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec.

Key Points: 
  • As stipulated in the Outaouais Road Agreement, the costs will be shared equally between the Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec.
  • "Today's announcement is part of a long-standing partnership between the federal government, Quebec, Gatineau and the Outaouais.
  • Our investments will help improve Pink Road and La Vérendrye Boulevard, making it easier for people to get around."
  • It is a priority for our government to support transport projects that promote economic development and greater mobility, particularly in the regions."

ALUS strengthens its presence in Quebec with the launch of two new communities

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, October 17, 2023

SAINT-VALLIER-DE-BELLECHASSE, Quebec and SAINTE-SOPHIE, Quebec, Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ALUS officially launched two new communities in the regions of Chaudière-Appalaches and the Laurentians, in collaboration with the Union des producteurs agricoles (UPA) of Quebec.

Key Points: 
  • SAINT-VALLIER-DE-BELLECHASSE, Quebec and SAINTE-SOPHIE, Quebec, Oct. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ALUS officially launched two new communities in the regions of Chaudière-Appalaches and the Laurentians, in collaboration with the Union des producteurs agricoles (UPA) of Quebec.
  • In 2021, Outaouais became the second region to benefit from the adoption of the ALUS program.
  • Now expanding into Chaudière-Appalaches and the Laurentians, ALUS aims to multiply the number of participants and nature-based solutions on Quebec’s agricultural territory.
  • The launch of ALUS Chaudière-Appalaches took place on the 11th at the Paularo Farm in Saint-Vallier.

Xplore Celebrates Completion of Groundbreaking Fibre Internet Project in Rural Quebec

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, October 3, 2023

More than 33,000 homes and businesses now have access to a 2,700km, state-of-the-art fibre Internet network

Key Points: 
  • More than 33,000 homes and businesses now have access to a 2,700km, state-of-the-art fibre Internet network
    MARKHAM, ON, Oct. 3, 2023 /CNW/ - Xplore today announced the successful completion of its major fibre Internet project in Quebec.
  • As the latest testament to the company's commitment to enhancing rural living, the project has enabled more than 33,000 rural homes and businesses in the province to connect to fibre-to-the-premises Internet with speeds up to one gigabit.
  • "We understand the importance of reliable, high-speed Internet in today's world, and we're here to ensure that our customers can make the most of rural living."
  • I would like to thank Xplore and its employees for their collaboration in connecting more of our citizens to fibre optics.

Colabor Group Reports Results for the Second Quarter 2023

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, July 25, 2023

“I am very pleased with our second quarter results.

Key Points: 
  • “I am very pleased with our second quarter results.
  • Our second quarter results show revenue growth of 19.0%, while our adjusted EBITDA(1) increased by 16.1%.
  • Consolidated sales for the second quarter were $164.2 million, an increase of 19.0% compared to $138.0 million during the corresponding quarter of 2022.
  • Cash flows from operating activities were $11.3 million for the second quarter compared to $(1.2) million for the corresponding period of 2022.

Lomiko announces update on its regional graphite exploration program in the Grenville region, Quebec

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Lomiko Metals Inc. (TSX.V: LMR) (“Lomiko Metals” or the “Company”) is pleased to report the results of a successful Beep-Mat prospecting and sampling program recently completed by Breakaway Exploration Management Inc. (“Breakaway”) on the Grenville Graphite Mineral Belt regional claims.

Key Points: 
  • Lomiko Metals Inc. (TSX.V: LMR) (“Lomiko Metals” or the “Company”) is pleased to report the results of a successful Beep-Mat prospecting and sampling program recently completed by Breakaway Exploration Management Inc. (“Breakaway”) on the Grenville Graphite Mineral Belt regional claims.
  • The “Grenville” project includes 268 mineral claims covering 15,639 hectares on six blocks in the Laurentian region of Quebec, approximately 200 kilometers northwest of Montréal within a 100 km radius of the Company’s flagship La Loutre graphite project.
  • The Beep-Mat is an electromagnetic survey instrument designed and manufactured by Instrumentation GDD Inc. in Quebec City, Quebec.
  • The Beep-Mat was found to be very effective at locating graphite mineralization, which is inherently highly conductive, on the Grenville project.

Lomiko Announces Closing of the Acquisition of the Carmin Natural Flake Graphite Property in Southern Quebec

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, June 1, 2023

The Property is located 40 km west of Mont Tremblant, situated north-east and contiguous to the La Loutre property where the Company has mineral rights.

Key Points: 
  • The Property is located 40 km west of Mont Tremblant, situated north-east and contiguous to the La Loutre property where the Company has mineral rights.
  • The Property is accessible by road and forest road from Lac-des-Plages and the northern end of the claims are partially contiguous to the Papineau-Labelle Wildlife Reserve.
  • Please refer to the Company’s press release dated March 3, 2023 for further information on the Property.
  • The Company will also attend the Mining Investment Event of the North in Quebec City from June 19th to 21st, 2023.

Government of Canada invests in over 900 projects to increase accessibility and inclusion in Canadian communities

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, May 30, 2023

Today, as part of National AccessAbility Week 2023, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, Carla Qualtrough, announced $70.8 million in funding to support 903 accessibility projects led by organizations across Canada.

Key Points: 
  • Today, as part of National AccessAbility Week 2023, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, Carla Qualtrough, announced $70.8 million in funding to support 903 accessibility projects led by organizations across Canada.
  • Organizations were selected as a result of a Call for Proposals, launched in 2022, under the Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF) small projects component.
  • The small projects component of the EAF mostly supports construction, renovation and retrofit projects that increase accessibility, inclusion and safety in communities and workplaces.
  • The Enabling Accessibility Fund (EAF) is a federal grants and contributions program that supports infrastructure projects across Canada that improve the accessibility, safety and inclusion of persons with disabilities in communities and the labour market.

Colabor Group Reports Results for the First Quarter 2023

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, May 3, 2023

The corresponding figure for 2022 has been restated to reflect the new calculation method established for 2023.

Key Points: 
  • The corresponding figure for 2022 has been restated to reflect the new calculation method established for 2023.
  • First quarter results show that the new management team is on the way to completing the first phase of the transformation of Colabor's business.
  • So we start the year of 2023 on strong basis,” said Mr. Frenette, President and Chief Executive Officer of Colabor.
  • Consolidated sales for the first quarter were $133.9 million, an increase of 37.8% compared to $97.2 million during the corresponding quarter of 2022.

Lomiko Announces Definitive Agreement for Acquisition of the Carmin Natural Flake Graphite Property in Southern Quebec

Retrieved on: 
Friday, March 3, 2023

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230303005236/en/
    The Property is located 40 km west of Mont Tremblant and situated north-east and contiguous to the La Loutre property where Lomiko has mineral rights (see Figure 1 below).
  • The Property is accessible by road and forest road from Lac-des-Plages and the northern end of the claims are partially contiguous to the Papineau-Labelle Wildlife Reserve.
  • The Carmin property has the potential to add significant mineral resources and mineral reserves to La Loutre’s existing resource base.
  • We also welcome SOQUEM as a shareholder of Lomiko and look forward to working with SOQUEM in the long term.

Colabor Group Reports Results for the Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2022

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, March 1, 2023

“Fourth quarter results show that the new management team is on the way to complete the transformation of Colabor's business.

Key Points: 
  • “Fourth quarter results show that the new management team is on the way to complete the transformation of Colabor's business.
  • Wholesale segment sales increased by 16.8% explained by the impact of inflation and the additional week in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Cash flows from operating activities reached $19.3 million for fiscal year 2022, compared to $18.8 million for fiscal year 2021.
  • This variation is explained by the increase in sales during the fourth quarter of 2022 compared to the corresponding quarter of 2021.