Ageism

OSC announces Seniors Expert Advisory Committee members for 2024

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
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TORONTO, Jan. 10, 2024 /CNW/ - The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) today announced the membership of its Seniors Expert Advisory Committee (SEAC) for the 2024 term.

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  • TORONTO, Jan. 10, 2024 /CNW/ - The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) today announced the membership of its Seniors Expert Advisory Committee (SEAC) for the 2024 term.
  • First launched in 2016, SEAC has provided valuable insights on and contributions to OSC initiatives supporting seniors, including the development and implementation of the OSC Seniors Strategy.
  • Members provide diverse perspectives on issues and challenges facing older investors, drawing on their expertise in sectors including financial services, law, law enforcement, academia, medicine and seniors' advocacy.
  • The OSC would like to thank former SEAC members Alexis Wenzowski, Harold Geller, James (Jim) Turner, Kavina Nagrani and Keith Sjorgen for their service and contributions.

Survey: Less Than Half of US Workers Are Satisfied with Organizational Response to Social Change Issues

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Thursday, December 21, 2023
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But according to a new survey from The Conference Board, less than half of US workers (44%) are satisfied with their organization's response to social change issues like racism and gun violence.

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  • But according to a new survey from The Conference Board, less than half of US workers (44%) are satisfied with their organization's response to social change issues like racism and gun violence.
  • Respondents weighed in on the issues that mattered most to them and their organization's response to those issues.
  • Key findings include:
    Workers are not satisfied with their organization's response to social change issues.
  • No organizational response to a social change issue satisfied more than half of those surveyed.

Defying Ageism – Empowerment Advocate, Canadian Songwriter, Keynote Speaker, and Mental Health Champion, Gail Taylor, Embarks on Ground-breaking Kickstarter Campaign – Launching November 7th, 2023

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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Gail Taylor, a promising Canadian artist, has harnessed the power of music and personal narratives to guide individuals through life's unexpected challenges.

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  • Gail Taylor, a promising Canadian artist, has harnessed the power of music and personal narratives to guide individuals through life's unexpected challenges.
  • Scheduled for publication in the spring of 2024, her book "CURVE BALLS" is set to inspire personal growth and acceptance.
  • These songs, presented alongside poignant lyric videos, take center stage in her engaging keynote speaking engagements.
  • For media inquiries and further information, please contact:
    Contact Gail Taylor Music for full press kit:

United Airlines Sued For Racism, Anti-Semitism, And Favoring Young White Flight Attendants On Dodgers Charter Flight Program, By Merino Yebri LLP Law Firm In Los Angeles

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Friday, October 27, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Two long-tenured United Airlines flight attendants sued the company alleging years of racial and religious discrimination by United in its charter flight program for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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  • United Airline's Charter Program for the Los Angeles Dodgers Riddled With Racism and Anti-Semitism, Lawsuit Alleges
    LOS ANGELES, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Two long-tenured United Airlines flight attendants sued the company alleging years of racial and religious discrimination by United in its charter flight program for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
  • Two long-tenured United Airlines flight attendants sued the company alleging years of racism and anti-semitism by United in its charter flight program for the Los Angeles Dodgers, according to a lawsuit filed by Merino Yebri LLP on October 25, 2023.
  • According to the lawsuit, United engaged in blatant discrimination by removing the only minority female flight attendants from the Dodgers charter flights and replacing them, at the Dodgers' request, with young white thin women who did not have to interview for the highly coveted positions.
  • The flight attendants also allege in their lawsuit that white United employees engaged in blatant racism, discrimination, and antisemitism towards minority flight attendants on the Dodgers charter flights.

Insight Honors Diversity Awareness with 4th Annual Global Harmony Day

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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Insight Enterprises (NASDAQ: NSIT), a Fortune 500 Solutions Integrator driving client success through digital transformation, honored Global Diversity Awareness Month on Wednesday by hosting a fourth annual Global Harmony Day.

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  • Insight Enterprises (NASDAQ: NSIT), a Fortune 500 Solutions Integrator driving client success through digital transformation, honored Global Diversity Awareness Month on Wednesday by hosting a fourth annual Global Harmony Day.
  • The event reinforces Insight’s commitment to inclusivity and the unique skill sets, perspectives and backgrounds of its 13,000+ teammates.
  • “Maintaining an environment of inclusion and belonging is essential to our success as an organization, and we hold Global Harmony Day as a unifying occasion to thank each of our teammates for showing up as their authentic selves every day,” said Jen Vasin, Insight chief human resources officer.
  • To read more about Insight’s daily commitment to harmony, visit our Diversity and Inclusion page at insight.com/diversity or view the 2023 Insight Corporate Citizenship Report .

Hundreds gather in Toronto to explore how technology can support older adults

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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By 2035, Canada is expected to be a "super-aged" country with one in four Canadians older than 65 years of age.

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  • By 2035, Canada is expected to be a "super-aged" country with one in four Canadians older than 65 years of age.
  • AgeTech Innovation Week will be the premiere event for technology and innovation for aging and caregiving this year.
  • Hosted by AGE-WELL, Canada's technology and aging network, the week of in-person activities is happening Oct. 23-27, 2023 at the Hilton Toronto.
  • AgeTech Innovation Week brings together stakeholders in research, industry, government and community organizations, older adults, caregivers, future leaders and others committed to enhancing lives through technology.

Dove Launches Love Your Silver to Empower Women to Love & Embrace Their Grey Hair

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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NEW hair care from Dove providing gentle, sulphate-free formulas will launch with initiatives to support the silver hair community in Canada with the Love Your Silver Shampoo & Conditioner duo exclusively at Amazon

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  • NEW hair care from Dove providing gentle, sulphate-free formulas will launch with initiatives to support the silver hair community in Canada with the Love Your Silver Shampoo & Conditioner duo exclusively at Amazon
    TORONTO, Oct. 10, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, Dove announced the launch of its Love Your Silver Shampoo and Conditioner duo for grey-haired women.
  • Especially women with visual indications of their age, from grey hair to wrinkles.
  • In doing so, it sets out to further support women who feel most themselves with silver hair by working to fill a gap in haircare support, custom solutions, and accessible expertise for grey hair with a compelling launch video.
  • Dove's new Love Your Silver duo uses Dove Gorgeous Greys system with purple pigment to counteract unwanted tones, combat brassiness, and add radiant shine to grey, white & silver hair.

New Report Reveals Menopause is Impacting Women's Careers with 80% Citing It as a Workplace Challenge

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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MENLO PARK, Calif., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Women in the U.S. and UK share that menopause is impacting their careers, according to a new report from Carrot Fertility. Ahead of Menopause Awareness Month in October, the leading global fertility care platform commissioned a survey of 2,000 employed American and British women who are experiencing perimenopause or menopause to uncover how it impacts them. Carrot's second annual Menopause in the Workplace report seeks to heighten awareness of its detrimental effects and encourage more menopause support for those who need it.

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  • Carrot's second annual Menopause in the Workplace report seeks to heighten awareness of its detrimental effects and encourage more menopause support for those who need it.
  • The survey revealed that 80% of respondents, regardless of professional sector or industry, report managing menopause symptoms as a challenge at work.
  • The vast majority (72%) have felt uncomfortable or self-conscious after experiencing a menopause symptom in the workplace.
  • To manage their symptoms in the workplace, the majority of women (54%) reported the need to shift their work routine.

International Supermodel and Bestselling Author Maye Musk Shares Life-Changing Lessons In Exclusive New Mindvalley Program

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mindvalley , the world's most powerful transformation platform with 20 million followers, is proud to welcome supermodel and bestselling author Maye Musk to its roster of visionary teachers.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mindvalley , the world's most powerful transformation platform with 20 million followers, is proud to welcome supermodel and bestselling author Maye Musk to its roster of visionary teachers.
  • Musk, the oldest Sports Illustrated model to grace its cover, is a bestselling author, dietitian and scientist.
  • Her Mindvalley program (known as a quest) "Maye Musk's 5 Rules of Life" encapsulates her five guiding principles for achieving unconditional success in work, family, and life, regardless of age.
  • Visit mindvalley.com/mayemusk for more information on Musk's new program and learn from one of the world's most accomplished business leaders, conscious parents and supermodels.

International Supermodel and Bestselling Author Maye Musk Shares Life-Changing Lessons In Exclusive New Mindvalley Program

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mindvalley , the world's most powerful transformation platform with 20 million followers, is proud to welcome supermodel and bestselling author Maye Musk to its roster of visionary teachers.

Key Points: 
  • SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mindvalley , the world's most powerful transformation platform with 20 million followers, is proud to welcome supermodel and bestselling author Maye Musk to its roster of visionary teachers.
  • Musk, the oldest Sports Illustrated model to grace its cover, is a bestselling author, dietitian and scientist.
  • Her Mindvalley program (known as a quest) "Maye Musk's 5 Rules of Life" encapsulates her five guiding principles for achieving unconditional success in work, family, and life, regardless of age.
  • Visit mindvalley.com/mayemusk for more information on Musk's new program and learn from one of the world's most accomplished business leaders, conscious parents and supermodels.