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Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces judicial appointments to the Federal Court of Appeal

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Monday, January 29, 2024
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The Honourable Elizabeth Walker, a Judge of the Federal Court, is appointed a Judge of the Federal Court of Appeal.

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  • The Honourable Elizabeth Walker, a Judge of the Federal Court, is appointed a Judge of the Federal Court of Appeal.
  • The Honourable Vanessa Rochester, a Judge of the Federal Court, is appointed a Judge of the Federal Court of Appeal.
  • This includes 62 appointments since the Honourable Arif Virani became Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada on July 26, 2023.
  • Federal judicial appointments are made by the Governor General, acting on the advice of the federal Cabinet and recommendations from the Minister of Justice.

Minister of Transport and Quebec Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility announce a joint investment in Outaouais roads

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Monday, December 11, 2023
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As stipulated in the Outaouais Road Agreement, the costs will be shared equally between the Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec.

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  • As stipulated in the Outaouais Road Agreement, the costs will be shared equally between the Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec.
  • "Today's announcement is part of a long-standing partnership between the federal government, Quebec, Gatineau and the Outaouais.
  • Our investments will help improve Pink Road and La Vérendrye Boulevard, making it easier for people to get around."
  • It is a priority for our government to support transport projects that promote economic development and greater mobility, particularly in the regions."

BJ ENERGY SOLUTIONS RETAINS NATIONS CAPITAL AS EXCLUSIVE AGENT TO SELL ITS CONVENTIONAL DIESEL FUELED FLEET ASSETS

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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HOUSTON, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nations Capital (NCI), a Gordon Brothers company and an asset management and advisory firm focused on opportunistic investments and asset remarketing, have been chosen as the exclusive sales agent to BJ Energy Solutions, LLC ("BJ Energy Solutions" or the "Company") to manage the sale of its non-core diesel fueled conventional frac fleet assets and component inventory as the Company continues to focus on the shift towards its next generation low emissions TITAN™ technology.

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  • HOUSTON, Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nations Capital (NCI), a Gordon Brothers company and an asset management and advisory firm focused on opportunistic investments and asset remarketing, have been chosen as the exclusive sales agent to BJ Energy Solutions, LLC ("BJ Energy Solutions" or the "Company") to manage the sale of its non-core diesel fueled conventional frac fleet assets and component inventory as the Company continues to focus on the shift towards its next generation low emissions TITAN™ technology.
  • "Nations Capital is pleased to work with BJ Energy Solutions to help monetize their non-core conventional fleet and related inventory.
  • "We were very pleased by the professionalism, flexibility and partnership Nations Capital was able to provide as we continue to execute on our organizational goals," commented Ernesto Bautista III, Chief Financial Officer, BJ Energy Solutions, LLC.
  • Nations Capital will utilize its deep customer relationships in the energy space to sell the assets which include frac pumps, truck tractors and related frac support equipment.

Gordon Brothers & Nations Capital Complete H2 Brands Group Acquisition

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023
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The acquisition includes the inventory, accounts receivable, intellectual property, and machinery and distribution equipment of H2 Brands Group, allowing for continued operations and retention of many employees, including Chief Commercial Officer Ken Weiss and core members of the sales team.

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  • The acquisition includes the inventory, accounts receivable, intellectual property, and machinery and distribution equipment of H2 Brands Group, allowing for continued operations and retention of many employees, including Chief Commercial Officer Ken Weiss and core members of the sales team.
  • “We executed a multi‐asset investment strategy and leveraged our many areas of asset expertise to purchase and continue operations of these legacy brands,” said Robert Himmel , Senior Managing Director, Head of North America Commercial & Industrial at Gordon Brothers.
  • Many of the Shur-Line® division employees will join True Value Company as part of the sale.
  • Gordon Brothers leverages decades of experience buying, selling, operating and valuing assets in the industrial economy across Australia, Brazil, Canada, the U.K. and Europe, Japan and the U.S.

NATIONS CAPITAL, INC. ENTERS INTO STRATEGIC AGREEMENT WITH ML CRANE GROUP TO PURCHASE CERTAIN ASSETS AND PROVIDE REMARKETING SERVICES AS PART OF THE COMPANY'S FLEET OPTIMIZATION INITIATIVE

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Thursday, December 15, 2022
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The ML Crane Group family of companies includes Crane Service, Inc., Marks Crane & Rigging, Winslow Crane Service Co. and Chellino Crane.

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  • The ML Crane Group family of companies includes Crane Service, Inc., Marks Crane & Rigging, Winslow Crane Service Co. and Chellino Crane.
  • As part of the Agreement, NCI has acquired certain assets which will be available to the crane, heavy haul and rigging market immediately.
  • The assets include a fleet of all terrain cranes, rough terrain cranes, crawler cranes and boom trucks of various size and capacity.
  • ML Crane has developed a closely networked group that provides synergies and customized solutions for companies across many industries.

WARE MALCOMB ANNOUNCES OPENING OF OTTAWA OFFICE IN CANADA, HIRES JOHN HOLLAND TO LEAD OFFICE AS REGIONAL DIRECTOR

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022
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In this role, Holland will be responsible for the overall growth and management of the firm's operations in Ottawa.

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  • In this role, Holland will be responsible for the overall growth and management of the firm's operations in Ottawa.
  • "John has been involved in the industry since 1986 and has a wealth of sought-after expertise," said Frank Di Roma, Principal, Ware Malcomb.
  • "We already had a strong presence in Toronto and Vaughan," said Christina Kolkas, Regional Director for Ware Malcomb.
  • For more information, visit and view Ware Malcomb's Ware Malcomb's website at http://www.waremalcomb.com/news/ and brand video at https://www.youtube.com/waremalcomb.

New Government of Canada legislation to give Indigenous peoples a stronger voice and strengthen the protection and conservation of historic places in Canada

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Tuesday, June 7, 2022
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The protection and conservation of historic places in Canada can and must be part of Canada's reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.

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  • The protection and conservation of historic places in Canada can and must be part of Canada's reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.
  • This will be Canada's first legislation of this kind and will result in a stronger voice for Indigenous peoples in determining the people, places and events considered to be of national historic significance and national historic interest in Canada.
  • In addition, the legislation will provide for transparent decision-making, sharing information with Canadians and parliamentarians, and sustainable protection of federally owned historic places.
  • The proposed legislation also provides a clear, coherent and transparent framework for the identification, evaluation and designation of historic places.

Building LeBreton Flats: Announcing Canada’s Largest Residential Zero-Carbon Project

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Thursday, January 20, 2022
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The National Capital Commission (NCC) announced today, in partnership with Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), that Dream LeBreton has been selected as the successful proponent to develop the first phase of the Building LeBreton project in Ottawa, Ontario.

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  • The National Capital Commission (NCC) announced today, in partnership with Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC), that Dream LeBreton has been selected as the successful proponent to develop the first phase of the Building LeBreton project in Ottawa, Ontario.
  • According to the Canada Green Building Council, this premier project will deliver Canadas largest residential zero-carbon development.
  • The selected team, Dream LeBreton, is now poised to build Canadas most sustainably designed community at the Library Parcel.
  • Our proposal for the LeBreton Flats Library Parcel is founded on our extensive experience building communities across Canada that are positive for society.

Affinor Growers Announces New Advisory Board Member and Stock Option Grants

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Monday, August 16, 2021
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Affinor Growers Inc. (“Affinor” or the “Company”) (CSE: AFI OTCQB: RSSFF) is pleased to announce that Bruce Kahkesh has joined the Affinor advisory board to assist with the Company’s business execution and 5-year growth plan in Canada and internationally.

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  • Prior to establishing the Nation Capital companies, Bruce worked at two large Canadian Charter banks, CIBC and RBC.
  • During his career, he has structured and placed more than $1 billion in first and second residential, commercial and construction mortgages.
  • Affinor CEO - Nick Brusatore commented: Bruce is a financial leader with a strong ability to assist businesses with the larger game plan.
  • Forward-looking statements are based on the beliefs, estimates and opinions of the Company's management on the date the statements are made.

ODBF Presents 5th Annual ODBF Shiver 'N Giver Fundraising Drive

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Monday, February 1, 2021
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OTTAWA, ON, Feb. 1, 2021 /CNW/ - ODBFis excited to announce the 5th Annual ODBF Shiver 'N Giver Fundraising Drive for local charities.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Feb. 1, 2021 /CNW/ - ODBFis excited to announce the 5th Annual ODBF Shiver 'N Giver Fundraising Drive for local charities.
  • The strain the pandemic has placed on individuals, families and the charities that provide essential needs to those families, is extraordinary.
  • The ODBF Shiver 'N Giver Fundraising Drive looks to fill the gap left by the cancellation of so many fundraising events and meet the needs of those in our community.
  • Participants registered for the BeaverTails Ottawa Ice Dragon Boat Festival's Shiver 'N Giver Virtual Challenge are also encouraged to participate in the ODBF Shiver 'N Giver Fundraising Drive while skating, skiing, snowshoeing, walking or running, from any location in the world, for a cumulative distance of 21k to be completed over the duration of Winterlude '21 from February 5-21, 2021.