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SK Capital completes acquisition of Apotex, a global leader in affordable pharmaceuticals

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Monday, April 3, 2023
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TORONTO, April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Apotex Pharmaceutical Holdings Inc. ("Apotex" or the "Company") today announced that its acquisition by an affiliate of funds advised by SK Capital Partners, LP ("SK Capital") has closed.

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  • TORONTO, April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Apotex Pharmaceutical Holdings Inc. ("Apotex" or the "Company") today announced that its acquisition by an affiliate of funds advised by SK Capital Partners, LP ("SK Capital") has closed.
  • The Company also announces that experienced pharmaceutical executive Allan Oberman has been appointed President and CEO and member of the Board of Apotex.
  • Allan brings four decades of experience in corporate leadership to Apotex, including 20 years in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Most recently, he served as CEO of Concordia International Corp. and CEO of Sagent Pharmaceuticals Inc.

ADAMA Announces Steve Hawkins as President and CEO

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Monday, April 3, 2023
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Mr. Hawkins succeeds Ignacio Dominguez, who has elected to retire from the company after serving in a series of senior roles at ADAMA, including as a key member of its Management and Executive Committee for more than a decade.

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  • Mr. Hawkins succeeds Ignacio Dominguez, who has elected to retire from the company after serving in a series of senior roles at ADAMA, including as a key member of its Management and Executive Committee for more than a decade.
  • Erik Fyrwald, Chairman of ADAMA Board and President and CEO of Syngenta Group, said: "Steve brings extensive international leadership experience to his new role, having worked across many markets and businesses in a broad range of leadership positions.
  • As ADAMA's Senior Vice President, Americas since 2021, he has overseen its North American and Latin American businesses, as well as its Consumer and Professional (non-crop) businesses globally.
  • Mr. Dominguez will work closely with Mr. Hawkins in the coming months to ensure a smooth transition.

ApplyBoard Welcomes New Chief Financial Officer and Chief People Officer Amidst Global Expansion

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023
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David Borecky joins as its new Chief Financial Officer and Rajesh Uttamchandani as its Chief People Officer, both bringing a wealth of experience and expertise that will help propel ApplyBoard to even greater heights in the years ahead.

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  • David Borecky joins as its new Chief Financial Officer and Rajesh Uttamchandani as its Chief People Officer, both bringing a wealth of experience and expertise that will help propel ApplyBoard to even greater heights in the years ahead.
  • Uttamchandani comes to ApplyBoard from MaRs Discovery District, where he served as Chief Operating Officer and Chief People Officer.
  • “ApplyBoard is stronger today with the additions of David and Rajesh,” says ApplyBoard Co-Founder and CEO Meti Basiri.
  • Since 2021, ApplyBoard has integrated a suite of solutions to help strengthen the international student recruitment sector and bolster student outcomes.

Bregal Investments Appoints Ryan Selwood as Chief Investment Officer

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Monday, March 27, 2023
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Bregal Investments (“Bregal”), an international private equity platform, today announced the appointment of Ryan Selwood as Chief Investment Officer.

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  • Bregal Investments (“Bregal”), an international private equity platform, today announced the appointment of Ryan Selwood as Chief Investment Officer.
  • As Chief Investment Officer, Mr. Selwood will provide direct investment, asset management, and business development oversight while working closely with Mr. Carrier and the senior leadership team to define the overarching strategy and growth plans for Bregal.
  • “This is an exciting time of strategic growth for Bregal Investments and we’re looking forward to utilizing Ryan’s significant private equity investment and management experience on our senior leadership team,” said Mr. Carrier.
  • In addition to welcoming Ryan to the firm, within the past 18-months Bregal has significantly bolstered its senior team, hiring a Chief People Officer, Chief Technology Officer, and Head of Marketing & Communications, while also substantially expanding its focus on environmental, social and governance initiatives.

Haroon Siddiqui honoured with CJF Lifetime Achievement Award

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Monday, March 27, 2023
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The Canadian Journalism Foundation's Lifetime Achievement Award this year goes to Haroon Siddiqui.

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  • The Canadian Journalism Foundation's Lifetime Achievement Award this year goes to Haroon Siddiqui.
  • Adrienne Clarkson, the 26th governor general of Canada, and a member of the CJF's Lifetime Achievement Award Jury.
  • Siddiqui will be honoured at the CJF Awards ceremony on June 13 at the Royal York Hotel, Toronto.
  • "I am delighted that our Lifetime award jury unanimously selected Haroon for this honour," says CJF board chair Kathy English.

Cinespace Studios Toronto and York University Partner to Create Production Accounting Micro-Credential Program

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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TORONTO, March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cinespace Studios and York University today announced the creation of a Production Accounting Micro-Credential program in response to a growing demand for film and television skilled labour and a specific need for production accountants in Ontario as presented in the Toronto Screen Industry Workforce Study.  Cinespace tapped Production Accountants and Directors Guild of Canada-Ontario members Marr Morgan and Kitty Spiropoulos to design the curriculum. This program (https://execed.schulich.yorku.ca/program/productionhttps://execed.schuli...) is designed to foster a high-quality pipeline and combines active learning and practical application.

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  • We're excited to expand our existing partnership with York University to offer workforce development through targeted education," said Ashley Rice, President & Co-Managing Partner, Cinespace Studios.
  • "Schulich ExecEd is excited to partner with the York University Motion Media Studio and Cinespace Studios for the Foundations of Production Accounting program," said Rami Mayer, Executive Director, Schulich ExecEd.
  • In 2022, Cinespace Studios Toronto renewed its commitment to enhance and elevate The York University Motion Media Studio for learning, teaching, and production on the Kipling campus.
  • Cinespace will provide funding for two scholarship bursaries through the Black Screen Office for two individuals to attend the production accounting micro-credential program.

York University announces inaugural Chief Sustainability Officer

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023
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Toronto, March 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- York University is committed to purposeful words and deeds that demonstrate its longstanding values.

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  • Toronto, March 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- York University is committed to purposeful words and deeds that demonstrate its longstanding values.
  • Today, President Rhonda Lenton announced that Mike Layton will join York as its first Chief Sustainability Officer, a key role in advancing the University’s commitment to sustainability and building capacity to implement bold new actions and initiatives.
  • He will play a pivotal role in developing the University’s new Sustainability Strategy building on existing strengths and driving new initiatives through the University’s million-dollar Sustainability Innovation Fund.
  • York University is a modern, multi-campus, urban university located in Toronto, Ontario.

York University and Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce partner to create positive change for Black-owned businesses and social enterprises

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Monday, March 13, 2023
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Toronto, Ont., March 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- York University and the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce (CBCC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to create positive change for Black-owned businesses and social enterprises by reducing barriers to commerce and driving inclusive economic growth.

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  • Toronto, Ont., March 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- York University and the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce (CBCC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to create positive change for Black-owned businesses and social enterprises by reducing barriers to commerce and driving inclusive economic growth.
  • By keeping community economic development as a core principle, social procurement helps create more sustainable and prosperous communities.
  • Diverse-owned businesses and social enterprises can choose one of two paths to register on York’s Social Procurement Vendor Portal based on eligibility:
    Recognized third-party certified diverse-owned businesses and /or social enterprises are eligible to register.
  • I want to congratulate York’s social procurement team and the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce on this milestone agreement aimed at leveling the playing field for Black-owned businesses and social enterprises.”
    "CBCC is excited to sign the MOU with our natural partner York University.

REPEAT - MEDIA ADVISORY: Enough Is Enough event to feature Amazon Labor Union Founder and President, Chris Smalls

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Thursday, March 9, 2023
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TORONTO, March 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chris Smalls, founder and president of the Amazon Labor Union (ALU), will be the keynote speaker at the Ontario Federation of Labour’s Toronto & York Region launch of Enough Is Enough , a campaign to tackle the cost-of-living crisis in Ontario.

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  • TORONTO, March 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chris Smalls, founder and president of the Amazon Labor Union (ALU), will be the keynote speaker at the Ontario Federation of Labour’s Toronto & York Region launch of Enough Is Enough , a campaign to tackle the cost-of-living crisis in Ontario.
  • The event, taking place on Friday, March 10 at York University, is being hosted in collaboration with the Toronto and York Region Labour Council, York Federation of Students, Justice for Workers, and Gig Workers United.
  • This will be Chris’s first trip to Canada, after he recently travelled to the UK to share solidarity with striking workers.
  • Topics of discussion will include: fighting for higher wages, decent work, and the need for unionization – especially for those workers not yet in unions.

York University launches powerful resource to inspire action towards a greener future

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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Designed to inspire people around the world to take tangible sustainability-focused actions, the Microlecture Series is the latest example of how York University is living its longstanding values of social justice, equity, and sustainability.

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  • Designed to inspire people around the world to take tangible sustainability-focused actions, the Microlecture Series is the latest example of how York University is living its longstanding values of social justice, equity, and sustainability.
  • Participants are then tasked with making positive, sustainability-focused changes in their daily lives based on tips from each professor.
  • “By offering a chance to not just learn about sustainability, but to make a difference and inspire others, the Microlecture Series is a powerful resource in our collective quest for a better future,” says York University’s Vice-President of Research and Innovation, Amir Asif.
  • This Microlecture Series is one of the tangible outcomes of the University’s Sustainability Action Commitment, recently announced by Lenton .