WINNIPEG

Canadian grain grading changes for the 2024-2025 crop year

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星期三, 六月 12, 2024
Soybean, Table, Committee, Grain, Barley, Growth, Food, Canadian Grain Commission, Beta-glucan

The Canadian Grain Commission is making several grain grading changes for the new crop year following consultation with sector stakeholders and members of our Western Standards Committee and Eastern Standards Committee.

Key Points: 
  • The Canadian Grain Commission is making several grain grading changes for the new crop year following consultation with sector stakeholders and members of our Western Standards Committee and Eastern Standards Committee.
  • These changes will allow Canada’s quality assurance system to better meet the needs of the grain sector in Canada and grain buyers around the world.
  • As part of our grain grading modernization project, the Official Grain Grading Guide will be updated to clarify the assessment of seed coat discolouration in soybeans, effective on August 1, 2024.
  • “The Canadian Grain Commission values stakeholder input and is implementing these changes based on feedback from the sector.

NFI subsidiary Alexander Dennis announces contract with Reading Buses for 53 buses including next-generation Enviro400EV electrics

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星期二, 六月 11, 2024
Longevity, Reading Buses, NFI, City, EV, ZEBRA, Reading Borough Council, Carbon, Partnership, Bus, OTC, TSX, Transport

LARBERT, United Kingdom, June 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (TSX: NFI, OTC: NFYEF, TSX: NFI.DB) NFI Group Inc. (NFI or the Company), a leading independent bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions, subsidiary Alexander Dennis Limited (Alexander Dennis) today announced that it has confirmed new orders for 24 zero-emission and 29 low-emission buses for English bus operator Reading Buses.

Key Points: 
  • The 24 next-generation Alexander Dennis Enviro400EV double deckers will be the operator’s first batch of electric buses.
  • The new buses will remove local exhaust emissions from Reading Buses’ busy routes 17 and 21 when the zero-emission vehicles enter service in 2025.
  • Reading Buses is further investing in 29 new Alexander Dennis low-emission buses.
  • Mark Taylor, Regional Sales Manager for Alexander Dennis, said: “We are delighted to welcome Reading Buses as one of the first customers for our next-generation electric buses.

Isandiso Sethu Investments (Pty) Ltd. Extends a Helping Hand to Eastern Cape Communities

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星期一, 六月 10, 2024
Welfare, Poverty, Clothing, Social justice, Education, Food

Partnering with local organizations and community leaders, the company has identified families grappling with poverty and has stepped in to offer a helping hand.

Key Points: 
  • Partnering with local organizations and community leaders, the company has identified families grappling with poverty and has stepped in to offer a helping hand.
  • The outreach program includes various initiatives designed to address the multifaceted challenges faced by disadvantaged communities.
  • From providing essential supplies such as food, clothing, and hygiene products to offering educational resources and healthcare assistance, Isandiso Sethu Investments (Pty) Ltd. is leaving no stone unturned in its quest to alleviate the hardships faced by families in the Eastern Cape.
  • Speaking about the initiative, Mr. Thabo Mthimkulu, CEO of Isandiso Sethu Investments (Pty) Ltd., expressed his commitment to making a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable communities.

The North West Company Inc. Announces Election of Directors

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星期四, 六月 6, 2024
Giant, Giant Tiger, Alaska Commercial Company, The North West Company, Name, Food, NWC, Toronto Stock Exchange, Management

The North West Company Inc., through its subsidiaries, is a leading retailer of food and everyday products and services to rural communities and urban neighbourhoods in Canada, Alaska, the South Pacific and the Caribbean.

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  • The North West Company Inc., through its subsidiaries, is a leading retailer of food and everyday products and services to rural communities and urban neighbourhoods in Canada, Alaska, the South Pacific and the Caribbean.
  • North West operates 228 stores under the trading names Northern, NorthMart, Giant Tiger, Alaska Commercial Company, Cost-U-Less and RiteWay Food Markets and has annualized sales of approximately CDN$2.4 billion.
  • The common shares of North West trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol NWC.
  • Daniel McConnell, President and Chief Executive Officer, The North West Company Inc.
    John King, Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer, The North West Company Inc.

IC Group Inc. expands global contest capabilities with the acquisition of Pickaw

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星期四, 六月 6, 2024
Acquisition, Trust, Social media, IC Group, IC, ICG, Sales

WINNIPEG, Manitoba, June 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IC Group Inc., a leader in digital promotions, announces the acquisition of Pickaw, a pioneering European based social media promotions company known for its contest management platform and trusted draw verification services.

Key Points: 
  • WINNIPEG, Manitoba, June 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IC Group Inc., a leader in digital promotions, announces the acquisition of Pickaw, a pioneering European based social media promotions company known for its contest management platform and trusted draw verification services.
  • This strategic acquisition enhances IC Group’s ability to engage consumers and deliver comprehensive and transparent promotional contest solutions on behalf of brands globally.
  • “Acquiring Pickaw aligns with our mission to offer cutting-edge solutions that drive consumer engagement and trust,” said Marc Caron, COO of IC Group.
  • We look forward to collaborating with IC Group, providing innovative services and expand our exclusive technology of transparency for social media draws.

Procap International – Celebration Of The First Global 5 Star Partner

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星期三, 六月 5, 2024
Trust, News

On 1st June 2024, more than 50 elite star partners from the Procap families gathered in Manila to celebrate the achievement of its first global 5 Star Partner.

Key Points: 
  • On 1st June 2024, more than 50 elite star partners from the Procap families gathered in Manila to celebrate the achievement of its first global 5 Star Partner.
  • This 5 Star Partner is the epitome of perseverance, determination, commitment and sharp business acumen.
  • In encouraging news, Team Philippines has now successfully promoted the business of Procap to Cambodia, Dubai, Switzerland, Australia, and Turkey.
  • They have helped to build a solid foundation and are confident that Procap will excel in the near future.

The North West Company Inc. Announces First Quarter Earnings and a Quarterly Dividend

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星期三, 六月 5, 2024
Depreciation, NWC, Expense, The Company, GAAP, Interest, TSX, Bookkeeping

WINNIPEG, Manitoba, June 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (TSX: NWC): The North West Company Inc. (the "Company" or "North West") today reported its unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended April 30, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • WINNIPEG, Manitoba, June 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (TSX: NWC): The North West Company Inc. (the "Company" or "North West") today reported its unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended April 30, 2024.
  • It also announced that the Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.39 to shareholders of record on June 28, 2024, to be paid on July 15, 2024.
  • Net Earnings Net earnings increased 22.3% to $27.2 million compared to $22.2 million last year.
  • The Company uses the following non-GAAP financial measures: earnings before interest, income taxes, depreciation and amortization ("EBITDA"), adjusted EBITDA and adjusted net earnings.

$BRETT Surpasses $1 Billion in Market Capitalization

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星期二, 六月 4, 2024
Dogecoin, Ethereum, Bitcoin, Crash, ETF, Decentralized finance, Cryptocurrency

DUBAI , June 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Popular memecoin $BRETT today announced that it has surpassed $1 billion in market capitalization, only four months after the memecoin launched to the public in February 2024.

Key Points: 
  • DUBAI , June 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Popular memecoin $BRETT today announced that it has surpassed $1 billion in market capitalization, only four months after the memecoin launched to the public in February 2024.
  • “We haven’t even reached the beginning for $BRETT growth.
  • We are still in the pre game locker room for Brett,” said $BRETT trader Crash .
  • “A market cap of $1 billion doesn’t even begin to scratch the surface of where this coin will go.” A full analysis of his THESIS- top 5 memes will all hit 40bn+ this bull run here .

$BRETT Goes Live on the Seamless Protocol

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星期一, 六月 3, 2024
Ethereum, Seamless, Decentralized finance, Cryptocurrency

DUBAI, June 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Popular memecoin $BRETT today announced that it is now available as an asset on the Seamless Protocol, the popular lending and borrowing DeFi protocol for Base, Coinbase’s Ethereum Layer 2 (L2) blockchain.

Key Points: 
  • DUBAI, June 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Popular memecoin $BRETT today announced that it is now available as an asset on the Seamless Protocol, the popular lending and borrowing DeFi protocol for Base, Coinbase’s Ethereum Layer 2 (L2) blockchain.
  • $BRETT is initially available on the Seamless Protocol as supply only, meaning users have the ability to earn future rewards only by depositing $BRETT.
  • $BRETT is only one of 12 coins listed on the Seamless Protocol, with most assets being either stablecoins or wrapped and staked Ether.
  • The Seamless Protocol is the first decentralized, native lending and borrowing protocol on Base, providing access to Base’s most popular assets for borrowing and supplying, providing a passive reward stream for its users.

NFI releases its Environmental, Social, and Governance Report for 2023

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星期四, 五月 30, 2024
Partnership, Transport, Better World, DEI, ESG, Workforce, Conflict, Conduct, City, Culture, Health, United Way, Mental health, Report, NFI, OTC, CO2, Policy, Biophysical environment, Workplace, TSX, Renewable energy

WINNIPEG, Manitoba, May 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (TSX: NFI, OTC: NFYEF, TSX: NFI.DB) NFI Group Inc. (“NFI” or the “Company”), a leader in zero-emission electric mobility solutions, today released its Environmental, Social, and Governance (“ESG”) Report for 2023 (“ESG Report” or “Report”), which can be found at https://www.nfigroup.com/esg/.

Key Points: 
  • WINNIPEG, Manitoba, May 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (TSX: NFI, OTC: NFYEF, TSX: NFI.DB) NFI Group Inc. (“NFI” or the “Company”), a leader in zero-emission electric mobility solutions, today released its Environmental, Social, and Governance (“ESG”) Report for 2023 (“ESG Report” or “Report”), which can be found at https://www.nfigroup.com/esg/ .
  • The Report focuses on the three main components of NFI’s Sustainability Pledge, first adopted in 2006: “A Better Product.
  • In 2023, NFI continued to build on its partnership with United Way agencies, supporting 21 communities across North America, and raising more than $422,000.
  • This Report has been reviewed and published with the approval of NFI’s senior executives, NFI’s Sustainability Council, and the Board.