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Invest Alberta Appoints New Chief Executive Officer

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Friday, October 22, 2021

EDMONTON, Alberta, Oct. 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors for Invest Alberta, a Crown corporation dedicated to attracting investment and supporting trade, is pleased to announce Rick Christiaanse as its next Chief Executive Officer effective October 25, 2021.

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  • EDMONTON, Alberta, Oct. 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Board of Directors for Invest Alberta, a Crown corporation dedicated to attracting investment and supporting trade, is pleased to announce Rick Christiaanse as its next Chief Executive Officer effective October 25, 2021.
  • His understanding of international business and competitive markets, matched with his experience on the global stage will serve Alberta and Invest Albertas clients well.
  • Ricks leadership will help Invest Alberta position Alberta as an investment location of choice for global investors, increase investor confidence and build even more international networks for Alberta businesses.
  • With offices in key markets around the world, Invest Alberta works to break down barriers so investors and businesses can start up, scale up, and succeed without limits.

Space Engine Systems to test Mach 5 Spaceplane in Manitoba Canada

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Friday, October 22, 2021

SES thought it would need to go to the U.S. or the U.K. to test its innovative DASS ram jet engine.

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  • SES thought it would need to go to the U.S. or the U.K. to test its innovative DASS ram jet engine.
  • said Pradeep Dass, President & CTO, Space Engine Systems.
  • It will free fall to Mach 1.8 where the DASS engine ram jet fires to take it to Mach 5 at 57,000 ft over the northern barren lands, before gliding back to Lynn Lake.
  • Lynn Lake has been used for stratospheric balloon launches for forty years, reports Fredrick Petrie, Managing Partner, YYL Airport Inc.

Energy industry embraces digital technology

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Thursday, October 21, 2021

CALGARY, Alberta, Oct. 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alberta Innovates is announcing a new round of funding under its Digital Innovation in Clean Energy (DICE) program.

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  • CALGARY, Alberta, Oct. 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alberta Innovates is announcing a new round of funding under its Digital Innovation in Clean Energy (DICE) program.
  • DICE funds the development of artificial intelligence, machine learning, industrial internet of things, augmented reality, and unmanned aerial vehicle technologies for use in Canadas energy industry.
  • The DICE program reduces the risk involved in developing technologies while developing additional skills and knowledge in the digital innovation ecosystem for highly qualified personnel.
  • The DICE competition brings together energy and digital technology innovators.

Stantec to acquire select Cardno businesses to grow Environmental Services and Infrastructure footprint

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Thursday, October 21, 2021

Under the terms of the Acquisition, Stantec will acquire the Select Assets for aggregate cash consideration of US$500 million (approximately CA$620 million) representing 9.4x the Select Assets 2022 expected pre-IFRS16 adjusted EBITDA post-synergies.

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  • Under the terms of the Acquisition, Stantec will acquire the Select Assets for aggregate cash consideration of US$500 million (approximately CA$620 million) representing 9.4x the Select Assets 2022 expected pre-IFRS16 adjusted EBITDA post-synergies.
  • In alignment with its strategic plan, Stantec is selectively acquiring the most strategically complementary assets of Cardno.
  • Complementary blue-chip clients enhance presence and growth prospects in local and federal government programs, infrastructure services, urban development, and other growing areas.
  • Cardno is a professional infrastructure and environmental services company, with specialist expertise in the development and improvement of physical and social infrastructure for communities around the world.

Nabati Foods Signs Distributor for South Korea and Vietnam

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nabati Foods Global Inc. ( CSE: MEAL ) ( FSE:7UW ) (Nabati Foods or the Company), a plant-based food technology company offering whole, natural, plant-based foods for health-conscious consumers, is partnering with Nanum Foods to distribute Nabati Plant Eggz and dairy-free cheesecakes to retail stores in South Korea and Vietnam.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nabati Foods Global Inc. ( CSE: MEAL ) ( FSE:7UW ) (Nabati Foods or the Company), a plant-based food technology company offering whole, natural, plant-based foods for health-conscious consumers, is partnering with Nanum Foods to distribute Nabati Plant Eggz and dairy-free cheesecakes to retail stores in South Korea and Vietnam.
  • We are thrilled to be expanding our international footprint with Nanum Foods, said Nabati Foods CEO Ahmad Yehya said.
  • We look forward to expanding our community throughout South Korea and Vietnam, and ultimately bringing our products to customers worldwide.
  • Subscribe to updates about Nabati Foods here: https://invest.nabatifoods.com/
    About Nabati Foods Global Inc.
    Nabati Foods Global Inc. is the owner of Nabati Foods Inc. (Nabati Foods), a family-founded food technology company offering whole, natural, plant-based, gluten, and soy-free foods for health-conscious consumers.

Nabati Cheese Now Distributed Throughout the U.S. Via KeHE

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021

Nabati Cheese is dairy-free, soy-free, plant-based, and made with whole, natural ingredients; it is available in mozzarella-style and cheddar-style.

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  • Nabati Cheese is dairy-free, soy-free, plant-based, and made with whole, natural ingredients; it is available in mozzarella-style and cheddar-style.
  • We originally created Nabati Cheese because we wanted to create a plant-based pizza that didnt feel like a trade-off.
  • We have created a product that mirrors the same texture and consistency as dairy cheese, and even melts just like dairy cheese.
  • Nabati Cheese is produced without casein or soy and can be enjoyed in both hot and cold dishes.

Flair Airlines grows schedule 33% in Canada and the U.S. with four new aircraft

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021

A second aircraft will be added to Flairs Edmonton base and a third aircraft to its Vancouver base.

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  • A second aircraft will be added to Flairs Edmonton base and a third aircraft to its Vancouver base.
  • Flairs Spring 2022 schedule will expand from twelve aircraft to sixteen, delivering 33% schedule growth.
  • With the addition of these four aircraft, Flair will create 150 new jobs for flight attendants, pilots and operational support staff.
  • With an expanding fleet of Boeing 737 aircraft, Flair is growing to serve 28 cities across Canada and the U.S. For more information, please visit www.flyflair.com.

Nabati Foods Partners with Satau-Tazé to Distribute Nabati Plant Eggz™ in Quebec

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Monday, October 18, 2021

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nabati Foods Global Inc. ( CSE: MEAL ) ( FSE:7UW ) (Nabati Foods or the Company), a plant-based food technology company offering whole, natural, plant-based foods for health-conscious consumers, is partnering with Satau-Taz to distribute its plant-based egg product, Nabati Plant Eggz in Quebec.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nabati Foods Global Inc. ( CSE: MEAL ) ( FSE:7UW ) (Nabati Foods or the Company), a plant-based food technology company offering whole, natural, plant-based foods for health-conscious consumers, is partnering with Satau-Taz to distribute its plant-based egg product, Nabati Plant Eggz in Quebec.
  • Working with Satau-Taz will help Nabati Foods to make Nabati Plant Eggz more conveniently available to our natural health-focused customers throughout Quebec, while also introducing the brand to more potential customers, said Nabati Foods CEO, Ahmad Yehya.
  • Nabati Foods developed our Nabati Plant Eggz in order to support health-conscious consumers who want to reduce their environmental impact or incorporate more plant-based food into their diets, Yehya said.
  • Subscribe to updates about Nabati Foods here: https://invest.nabatifoods.com/
    About Nabati Foods Global Inc.
    Nabati Foods Global Inc. is the owner of Nabati Foods Inc. (Nabati Foods), a family-founded food technology company offering whole, natural, plant-based, gluten, and soy-free foods for health-conscious consumers.

Nabati Foods Plant-Based Liquid Eggs Now at Sobeys and IGA Across Quebec

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Wednesday, October 13, 2021

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nabati Foods Global Inc. ( CSE: MEAL ) (FSE:7UW) (Nabati Foods or the Company), a plant-based food technology company offering whole, natural, plant-based foods for health-conscious consumers, is announcing that Nabati Plant Eggz are now available at nearly 300 Sobeys and IGA grocery stores across Quebec.

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 13, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nabati Foods Global Inc. ( CSE: MEAL ) (FSE:7UW) (Nabati Foods or the Company), a plant-based food technology company offering whole, natural, plant-based foods for health-conscious consumers, is announcing that Nabati Plant Eggz are now available at nearly 300 Sobeys and IGA grocery stores across Quebec.
  • Sobeys is a leading grocery brand in Canada and is a family-founded and operated business just like Nabati Foods, Nabati Foods CEO Ahmad Yehya said.
  • Nabati Plant Eggz is the first plant-based liquid egg product made by a Canadian company.
  • Subscribe to updates about Nabati Foods here: https://invest.nabatifoods.com/
    Find Nabati Foods products at a location near you here: https://www.nabati.ca/a/store-locator
    About Nabati Foods Global Inc.
    Nabati Foods Global Inc. is the owner of Nabati Foods Inc. (Nabati Foods), a family-founded food technology company offering whole, natural, plant-based, gluten, and soy-free foods for health-conscious consumers.

Benchmark Continues Baseline Environmental Work on Its Path Towards Permitting a Gold and Silver Mine

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021

In addition to TKN leading the baseline work, Benchmark continues to work with the Partner Nations in an Environmental Management Committee to help develop and monitor the studies.

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  • In addition to TKN leading the baseline work, Benchmark continues to work with the Partner Nations in an Environmental Management Committee to help develop and monitor the studies.
  • John Williamson, CEO of Benchmark added, "We are impressed with the professionalism and quality of the work by TKN.
  • In addition, Benchmark has engaged pHase Geochemistry to lead the geochemistry baseline work for both the static and kinetic (humidity cells) test work.
  • The studies are required to establish baseline conditions, and provide important input into future project development plans, environmental assessment (EA) and regulatory permitting.