BRANTFORD

MEDITECH Signs 100th Expanse MaaS Customer

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

The platform recently signed its 100th customer through this full-service, cloud-based subscription model.

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  • The platform recently signed its 100th customer through this full-service, cloud-based subscription model.
  • “MEDITECH Expanse offered us the most flexibility to suit our unique needs as a Tribal Healthcare System, along with being price competitive," said Winnebago’s Chief Transformation Officer Austin Schanzenbach.
  • “The list of reasons why we are excited about moving to MEDITECH over our existing EHR would be exhaustive.
  • It will be like moving from a bicycle with a rusty chain, to a well-maintained automobile.”
    Another recent MaaS signing was Brant Community Healthcare System (Brantford, ON), MEDITECH’s first MaaS customer in Canada.

Correction Notice - The Government of Canada invests in crime prevention in Ontario

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Friday, January 12, 2024

Investing in crime prevention is part of the Government of Canada's plan to keep Canadians safe.

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  • Investing in crime prevention is part of the Government of Canada's plan to keep Canadians safe.
  • To that end, we have invested nearly a half billion dollars and further strengthened our cooperation with the United States.
  • The Government of Canada will continue to put in place robust measures to keep Canadians safe.
  • Public Safety Canada is finalizing agreements with municipalities and communities that have been identified through evidence-based criteria and meet the program requirements.

The Government of Canada invests in crime prevention in Ontario

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

Investing in crime prevention is part of the Government of Canada's plan to keep Canadians safe.

Key Points: 
  • Investing in crime prevention is part of the Government of Canada's plan to keep Canadians safe.
  • To that end, we have invested nearly a half billion dollars and further strengthened our cooperation with the United States.
  • The Government of Canada will continue to put in place robust measures to keep Canadians safe.
  • Public Safety Canada is finalizing agreements with municipalities and communities that have been identified through evidence-based criteria and meet the program requirements.

EQUITON APARTMENT FUND EXPANDS PRESENCE IN BRANTFORD, ONTARIO WITH ACQUISITION OF NEIGHBOURING PROPERTY

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

BURLINGTON, ON, Dec. 20, 2023 /CNW/ - The Equiton Residential Income Fund Trust (The Apartment Fund) proudly announces its strategic expansion in Brantford, Ontario through the acquisition of a multi-residential property at 23 Lynnwood Drive, directly next door to Equiton's existing property at 19 Lynnwood Drive.

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  • BURLINGTON, ON, Dec. 20, 2023 /CNW/ - The Equiton Residential Income Fund Trust (The Apartment Fund) proudly announces its strategic expansion in Brantford, Ontario through the acquisition of a multi-residential property at 23 Lynnwood Drive, directly next door to Equiton's existing property at 19 Lynnwood Drive.
  • This purchase, Equiton's third in the city of Brantford, will enhance the company's presence in the region and solidify its commitment to the local economy.
  • With our existing ownership of the neighbouring property, we can streamline operations, optimize resources, and enhance overall efficiency.
  • Investors benefit from monthly distributions from rental income and capital appreciation from property value increases.

IKO Announces Brantford Manufacturing Facility

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

The new $45 million site will manufacture extruded polystyrene (XPS) insulation, will employ about 30 people in the Brantford area, and will serve IKO customers throughout Canada and the northeastern United States.

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  • The new $45 million site will manufacture extruded polystyrene (XPS) insulation, will employ about 30 people in the Brantford area, and will serve IKO customers throughout Canada and the northeastern United States.
  • IKO already operates polyISO manufacturing sites in Ontario, Alberta, and Maryland, but this XPS plant will be the first of its kind for the company.
  • The announcement of the Brantford facility follows the company's news of new facilities in South Carolina and Florida earlier this year.
  • "The future for both IKO and the Canadian manufacturing sector is very bright."

Colonnade BridgePort Expands Southwestern Ontario Footprint with Over 2.3 Million sq. ft. of New Property Management Mandates

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

OTTAWA, Sept. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Colonnade BridgePort, a leading full service real estate management, investment, and development company, is pleased to announce it has been awarded the property management mandates for over 2.3 million sq.

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  • OTTAWA, Sept. 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Colonnade BridgePort, a leading full service real estate management, investment, and development company, is pleased to announce it has been awarded the property management mandates for over 2.3 million sq.
  • The 21 industrial buildings and one retail plaza are all owned by Fiera Real Estate.
  • “No matter what lifecycle stage a property is in – from under development, to long established – Colonnade BridgePort has the property management experience and expertise to get results,” said Fiera Real Estate’s Vice President, Asset Management Erin Shirley-Wong.
  • “These new mandates will make a big impact on increasing our profile in Southwestern Ontario,” said Director of Property Management (GTA) Jas Kaur.

ENERGY STAR® Canada Recognizes Leaders in Energy Efficiency

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

The important work of ENERGY STAR Canada award recipients brings us one step closer to achieving Canada's low-carbon future.

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  • The important work of ENERGY STAR Canada award recipients brings us one step closer to achieving Canada's low-carbon future.
  • Through the ENERGY STAR Canada Awards, ENERGY STAR Canada recognizes contributions made by outstanding program participants in advancing energy efficiency across the nation.
  • Annually, this event honours energy efficiency leaders who have set the bar high for efficiency efforts.
  • The following businesses and organizations were recognized as ambassadors of energy efficiency and as examples of the value of investing in smart energy choices.

Ferrero opens new Innovation Center and North America R&D Labs in Chicago to develop new cookies and other treats

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

PARSIPPANY, N.J., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ferrero North America, part of the global sweet-packaged food company the Ferrero Group, known for Keebler®, Butterfinger®, Nutella®, Kinder®, Tic Tac®, and other well-loved brands, today celebrated the opening of its new Innovation Center and North America R&D Labs in Chicago. The new 45,000 square foot facility located in the historic Marshall Field and Company Building brings together Ferrero's R&D teams from throughout the U.S. and houses teams working on Keebler, Famous Amos, Mother's, Fannie May, and other brands in the Ferrero portfolio – a total of over 150 employees.

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  • PARSIPPANY, N.J., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ferrero North America, part of the global sweet-packaged food company the Ferrero Group, known for Keebler®, Butterfinger®, Nutella®, Kinder®, Tic Tac®, and other well-loved brands, today celebrated the opening of its new Innovation Center and North America R&D Labs in Chicago.
  • "Our new Innovation Center and R&D Labs here in Chicago reflect Ferrero's rich heritage and will foster the creativity and culture that Ferrero known for around the world," said Alanna Cotton, President and Chief Business Officer of Ferrero North America.
  • The company manufactures Butterfinger and Baby Ruth products at its plant in Franklin Park, and Keebler products on 110th Street in Chicago.
  • The ribbon cutting represents just the latest example of Ferrero's growth and investment in North America over the past few years.

Government of Canada and FCM Invest $15.2 Million in Four Projects in Communities Across Southern Ontario

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Friday, September 15, 2023

LONDON, ON, Sept. 15, 2023 /CNW/ - Communities across Canada are taking initiative to advance energy efficiency in homes and buildings.

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  • LONDON, ON, Sept. 15, 2023 /CNW/ - Communities across Canada are taking initiative to advance energy efficiency in homes and buildings.
  • The Federation of Canadian Municipalities administers the Green Municipal Fund through an endowment by the Government of Canada.
  • The Government of Canada invested a further $950 million in the GMF in 2019 to support greater energy efficiency and building emissions reductions.
  • Today's announcement will help communities in Southern Ontario reduce their emissions and make their homes more affordable and energy-efficient.

BMO Marks National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day with Support for Indigenous-Led Organizations that Empower Communities

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Thursday, June 15, 2023

"While our commitment to Indigenous customers and communities is part of how we do business every day, each year we welcome the opportunity to mark National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day in meaningful ways through our support of key initiatives and by continuing to innovate to serve Indigenous colleagues, customers and communities."

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  • "While our commitment to Indigenous customers and communities is part of how we do business every day, each year we welcome the opportunity to mark National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day in meaningful ways through our support of key initiatives and by continuing to innovate to serve Indigenous colleagues, customers and communities."
  • BMO's gift will support the Home for Reconciliation capital expansion initiative, ensuring thousands more can access programs and supports in 2024.
  • For more than three decades, BMO has been working with Indigenous communities to support their economic self-determination.
  • For more information about how BMO works with Indigenous communities in Canada, click here to view BMO's annual Indigenous Partnerships and Progress Report.