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Government of Canada Announces $50 million for Ontario's Expansion of Clean, Reliable and Affordable Nuclear Energy

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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This project also represents a significant domestic economic opportunity, further establishing Canada and Ontario as international leaders on nuclear energy by building on our legacy of developing and deploying safe and reliable nuclear technology in Canada and around the world.

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  • This project also represents a significant domestic economic opportunity, further establishing Canada and Ontario as international leaders on nuclear energy by building on our legacy of developing and deploying safe and reliable nuclear technology in Canada and around the world.
  • This means more reliable and affordable electricity for Canadians and good jobs and economic opportunities for communities across Ontario."
  • Nuclear energy is an important part of Canada's energy mix — currently providing 14 percent of our electricity nationally and over 50 percent in Ontario.
  • The nuclear sector helps Canada avoid approximately 45 million metric tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions annually.

Fifth Annual Broadridge Survey Reveals Time and Expertise Top Challenges in Advisor Marketing Strategies

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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NEW YORK and TORONTO, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As macroeconomic volatility has led to an influx of investors seeking financial advice, advisors are increasingly looking to next-generation technology such as generative AI to address their marketing challenges and meet the increased personalization expectations of prospects and clients, according to global Fintech leader Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: BR) annual financial advisor marketing survey.

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  • In its fifth year, this annual survey evaluates North American registered financial advisors' sentiment and activities around digital marketing strategies, shedding light on the successes and challenges that advisors are facing.
  • The survey found that over half (56%) of Canadian advisors are currently using or plan to use generative AI in digital marketing strategies compared to 43% of U.S. advisors.
  • The number of advisors leveraging a defined marketing strategy has fallen due to the number of challenges that advisors face when it comes to marketing.
  • The top two challenges North American advisors face include finding time for marketing initiatives and sourcing the right expertise.

Celebrating Glenn Darlington: A Pioneer in the Performance Management Industry

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Glenn Darlington has had a remarkable 40-year career in the performance management industry, with a focus on incentive recognition and rewards, group incentive travel, research and training solutions.

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  • SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Glenn Darlington has had a remarkable 40-year career in the performance management industry, with a focus on incentive recognition and rewards, group incentive travel, research and training solutions.
  • Glenn has been a driving force and a visionary in our industry for four decades, said Creative Group President, Janet Traphagen.
  • His leadership, dedication, and passion have left an indelible mark on our organization and industry.
  • The entire Creative Group family, along with colleagues and industry partners, congratulates Glenn Darlington on his retirement and wishes him many sunny days on the golf course and magical moments with family and grandkids.

Georgia-Pacific Makes Approximately $2 Billion in Capital Improvements in 2023

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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ATLANTA, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia-Pacific reinvested approximately $2 billion back into its business and operations in 2023. These capital improvement projects include launching and completing new facilities and enhancing existing operations. Each investment helps Georgia-Pacific better serve customers, and increase productivity and efficiency, while also creating greater economic opportunities for each facility's local economy.

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  • ATLANTA, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia-Pacific reinvested approximately $2 billion back into its business and operations in 2023.
  • These capital improvement projects include launching and completing new facilities and enhancing existing operations.
  • This investment will significantly enhance the company's retail consumer towel business and expand the facility by adding approximately 600,000 square feet.
  • In 2023, work began on a $91 million upgrade at Georgia-Pacific's containerboard mill in Monticello, Mississippi.

AtkinsRéalis introduces 1,000 MW CANDU® MONARK™ Reactor; Nuclear Power for a Net Zero, Energy Independent Future

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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The most advanced reactor design available from AtkinsRéalis , with the highest output of any CANDU technology at 1,000 MW, the CANDU MONARK is currently in the definition phase.

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  • The most advanced reactor design available from AtkinsRéalis , with the highest output of any CANDU technology at 1,000 MW, the CANDU MONARK is currently in the definition phase.
  • The Ontario Independent Electricity System Operator's (IESO's) "Pathways to Decarbonization" report indicated that the province will need to build another 18 gigawatts of nuclear power by 20501.
  • Large-scale nuclear reactors are increasingly sought-after by utilities and governments around the world as they look to decarbonize power grids, produce stable baseload power that is not weather-dependent and increase energy security.
  • The new CANDU MONARK reactor design will ensure CANDU technology remains front and centre amid growing interest in nuclear energy around the world as part of the clean energy transition.

Darlington patient wrongly declared dead has now actually died

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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Darlington patient wrongly declared dead has now actually died

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  • Darlington patient wrongly declared dead has now actually died
    - Published
    A woman who was declared dead before waking up in hospital has now actually died, police said.
  • The North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) had apologised for the "distress" to the family and said an inquiry was under way.
  • The woman, in her 50s, was pronounced dead by paramedics before waking up at Darlington Memorial Hospital on Friday.
  • Durham Police said the woman's later actual death was "unexpected" and post-mortem tests would be be carried out.

CANADA GOOSE CELEBRATES FEMALE EMPOWERMENT AND INDIVIDUALITY IN FW23 CAMPAIGN SHOT BY ANNIE LEIBOVITZ

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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The Live in the Open campaign celebrates three trailblazing women from the distinctly different worlds of cinematography, performance and sport.

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  • The Live in the Open campaign celebrates three trailblazing women from the distinctly different worlds of cinematography, performance and sport.
  • Styled in a combination of Canada Goose hero styles for the season and pieces from their personal wardrobes, their individuality as female leaders and unwavering bond with mother nature shines through in Leibovitz's signature portraiture style.
  • It is not the first time that Annie Leibovitz has photographed for Canada Goose, having captured the brand's Fall/Winter campaign in 2022.
  • Finally, female consumers will also find warmth with a new Alpaca Scarf, Cashmere Toque, Cashmere Balaclava and Cashmere Gloves.

Lucas Oil Returns as Primary Sponsor of the No. 8 Lucas Oil Chevrolet at Darlington - Car to Feature 'Throwback' Winning Paint Scheme from Auto Club Speedway Victory

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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WELCOME, N.C., May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucas Oil, a long-time partner of both Richard Childress Racing and ECR Engines, returns as the primary sponsor of the No. 8 Lucas Oil Chevrolet driven by Kyle Busch at Darlington Raceway on Sunday, May 14, 2023. The paint scheme of the No. 8 car will be a 'throwback' to February when Kyle Busch took the Lucas Oil Chevrolet to victory lane at Auto Club Speedway. Earlier this year, Lucas Oil announced that it was enhancing its partnership with Richard Childress Racing in 2023 with continued technical and development support of RCR and ECR Engines. The race airs live at 3:00 p.m. ET on FOX.

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  • 8 Lucas Oil Chevrolet driven by Kyle Busch at Darlington Raceway on Sunday, May 14, 2023.
  • 8 car will be a 'throwback' to February when Kyle Busch took the Lucas Oil Chevrolet to victory lane at Auto Club Speedway.
  • Since 2014, Lucas Oil has served as the official lubricant of RCR and ECR Engines and is the official motor oil of ECR Engines.
  • "Lucas Oil is a premier organization with deep racing roots and we're very thankful for the support they provide to both RCR and ECR Engines."

BWXT Medical and Laurentis Complete Key Tc-99m Generator Program Milestone

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Cardiology, Manufacturing, FDA, Health, Radiology, Pharmaceutical, Oncology, Nuclear, Other Manufacturing, Hospitals, Energy, Hospital, Isotopes of molybdenum, Isotope, TDS, Darlington Nuclear Generating Station, Tritium, NYSE, Nuclear medicine, London Health Sciences Centre, Health Canada, Patient, Food, BWXT, OPG, Partnership, Ontario Power Generation, Regulation of tobacco by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Radiopharmaceutical, Uranium, Cancer, Uranium mining, Medical device, Medical imaging, Cesare Laurenti (engineer)

Because of the unique design of Darlington’s CANDU reactors, medical isotopes can be produced without interrupting the generation of clean energy.

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  • Because of the unique design of Darlington’s CANDU reactors, medical isotopes can be produced without interrupting the generation of clean energy.
  • Once operational, the arrangement between Laurentis and BWXT Medical will be capable of producing enough Mo-99 to supply a significant portion of the current and future North American demand.
  • Alternatively, BWXT Medical’s Tc-99m generator will be produced using natural molybdenum targets irradiated at Darlington Nuclear, greatly reducing waste by-products.
  • I’m proud of the role our employees and stations play in providing life-saving medical isotopes to the world.”
    “Completing the installation of the TDS at Darlington is a significant milestone for the Laurentis and BWXT team,” said Dr. Jonathan Cirtain, BWXT Medical Ltd. President and Chief Executive Officer.

Ontario Becomes Ninth Jurisdiction to Join Canada's Regional Energy and Resource Tables

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022
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Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, federal Minister of Natural Resources, and the Honourable Todd Smith, Ontario Minister of Energy, announced that Ontario is formally joining the Regional Energy and Resource Tables, a partnership among the federal government and each province and territory to support economic growth and strong communities across the country.

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  • Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, federal Minister of Natural Resources, and the Honourable Todd Smith, Ontario Minister of Energy, announced that Ontario is formally joining the Regional Energy and Resource Tables, a partnership among the federal government and each province and territory to support economic growth and strong communities across the country.
  • Today's announcement at the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station brings the number of provinces and territories participating in the Regional Tables to nine.
  • Federal Budget 2022 included $25 million to launch the Regional Energy and Resource Tables to work with provinces, territories, Indigenous partners and relevant stakeholders to advance regional economic growth opportunities, accelerate energy transformation priorities and create sustainable jobs.
  • The Council will feed into the Regional Energy and Resource Tables process.