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Diamond and Diamond Files National Class Action Lawsuit Against Three Canadian Universities

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

TORONTO, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Diamond and Diamond Lawyers have launched a class action lawsuit addressing anti-Semitic events at three of Canada's prominent post-secondary institutions: Toronto Metropolitan University, Queens University and The University of British Columbia, with each lawsuit seeking damages totalling $15 million.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Diamond and Diamond Lawyers have launched a class action lawsuit addressing anti-Semitic events at three of Canada's prominent post-secondary institutions: Toronto Metropolitan University, Queens University and The University of British Columbia, with each lawsuit seeking damages totalling $15 million.
  • The lawsuit represents both present Jewish students at each university and alumni spanning back to 1998.
  • "Despite numerous notifications from the Plaintiffs about anti-Semitic occurrences, the University consistently fails to take substantial action, often merely offering superficial statements without meaningful resolution," states Sandra Zisckind, Managing Partner at Diamond and Diamond Lawyers.
  • Those who believe they have encountered anti-Semitism, and fit the proposed class criteria, are urged to contact Diamond and Diamond Lawyers immediately at 1-800-567-HURT.

Mandalay Resources Appoints Scott Trebilcock as EVP and Chief Development Officer to Support Growth Strategy

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

TORONTO, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Mandalay Resources Corporation ("Mandalay" or "the Company") (TSX: MND) (OTCQB: MNDJF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Trebilcock as Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer, effective immediately.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Mandalay Resources Corporation ("Mandalay" or "the Company") (TSX: MND) (OTCQB: MNDJF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Trebilcock as Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer, effective immediately.
  • Scott brings both extensive industry technical expertise and business transactional acumen which will serve Mandalay well as we pursue opportunities to build a new mid-tier gold producer.
  • Mr. Trebilcock was Chief Development Officer of Nevsun Resources Ltd., responsible for strategy, corporate development and investor relations.
  • Prior to joining Mandalay, Mr. Trebilcock was consulting on strategy and corporate development matters to various mining companies.

Mandalay Resources Appoints Scott Trebilcock as EVP and Chief Development Officer to Support Growth Strategy

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

TORONTO, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mandalay Resources Corporation ("Mandalay" or "the Company") (TSX: MND) (OTCQB: MNDJF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Trebilcock as Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer, effective immediately.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mandalay Resources Corporation ("Mandalay" or "the Company") (TSX: MND) (OTCQB: MNDJF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Trebilcock as Executive Vice President and Chief Development Officer, effective immediately.
  • Scott brings both extensive industry technical expertise and business transactional acumen which will serve Mandalay well as we pursue opportunities to build a new mid-tier gold producer.
  • Mr. Trebilcock was Chief Development Officer of Nevsun Resources Ltd., responsible for strategy, corporate development and investor relations.
  • Prior to joining Mandalay, Mr. Trebilcock was consulting on strategy and corporate development matters to various mining companies.

Ten Oaks Group Bolsters Sourcing Team with Additional Investment Professionals

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ten Oaks Group, a family office exclusively focused on investing in corporate divestitures, proudly announces the addition of four Investment Leads into its sourcing team.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ten Oaks Group, a family office exclusively focused on investing in corporate divestitures, proudly announces the addition of four Investment Leads into its sourcing team.
  • Minsik Hong, formerly a Venture Partner at Global Millennial Capital, has an extensive background in data driven B2B software investment and strategic sourcing from his time at Mann+Hummel GmbH.
  • His unique background and language skills have opened the door for Ten Oaks to expand its focus on Asian market penetration.
  • His experience in investment sourcing and capital raising, as well as his work at Sunrun and BlackRock's Special Opportunities Group, position him as a valuable addition to the team.

GOLDEN STATE FOODS APPOINTS BRIAN DICK TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Golden State Foods (GSF), one of the largest diversified suppliers to the foodservice and retail industries, is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Dick, GSF president and chief executive officer, to the GSF Board of Directors, effective August 31.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Golden State Foods (GSF), one of the largest diversified suppliers to the foodservice and retail industries, is pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Dick, GSF president and chief executive officer, to the GSF Board of Directors, effective August 31.
  • In this new role, he joins GSF board members Conrad Wetterau (chairman), Mike Waitukaitis (vice chairman), Jim Williams, Dick Gochnauer, Nabil El-Hage, Frank Listi, Jose Armario, and Stephen Wetterau, as well as Advisory Board Member Sharon Davis.
  • "With this appointment, Brian's successful leadership and 24 years of dedicated service to Golden State Foods will continue to serve our growing global enterprise well, as we pursue mutual success with our customers," said GSF Board of Directors Chairman Conrad Wetterau.
  • "We enthusiastically welcome Brian to the GSF Board of Directors, and we look forward to his continued partnership, expertise, and inspiration in advancing our long-term goals, while perpetuating our GSF Creed and Values."

Government of Canada announces new appointment to the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 25, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced a new appointment to the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board (PMPRB ).

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 25, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health, announced a new appointment to the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board (PMPRB ).
  • As an arm's-length organization of the government, the PMPRB protects the interests of Canadian consumers by ensuring that the prices of patented medicines sold in Canada are not excessive.
  • "For more than 35 years, the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board (PMPRB) has been charged with protecting Canadian consumers from excessive prices of patented drugs.
  • The PMPRB protects the interests of Canadian consumers by ensuring that the prices of patented medicines sold in Canada are not excessive.

Statement by Minister O'Regan

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

Today, the Minister of Labour, Seamus O'Regan Jr., issued the following statement regarding the port dispute review under section 106 of the Canada Labour Code:

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  • Today, the Minister of Labour, Seamus O'Regan Jr., issued the following statement regarding the port dispute review under section 106 of the Canada Labour Code:
    "Our Government believes in collective bargaining.
  • This past summer, however, Canadians experienced an economic disruption that no single dispute should be responsible for.
  • Today I can confirm that Anthony Giles and Kevin Banks have been contracted to begin the first part of this review process.
  • Mr. Giles was previously Assistant Deputy Minister, Policy, Dispute Resolution and International Affairs, at the Labour Program from 2015 to 2021.

Geo Week Seeking Nominations for the 2024 Awards Celebration

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

PORTLAND, Maine, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Geo Week, the premier event that champions the coming together of geospatial technologies and the built world, is accepting nominations to celebrate excellence in the geospatial market. Geo Week, in partnership with LIDAR Magazine and Lidar News, is seeking nominations in multiple categories, including the Lidar Leader Awards and Younger Geospatial Professional of the Year Award, which honor the achievements of individuals and organizations working in geospatial technology. The celebration will occur during Geo Week in Denver, Colorado, on February 12, 2023, and also includes the ASPRS Annual Awards. Additional information on the awards can be found here.

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  • The celebration will occur during Geo Week in Denver, Colorado, on February 12, 2023, and also includes the ASPRS Annual Awards.
  • "The impact these individuals are making on the industry is profound, and we are thrilled that the Geo Week Awards Celebration highlights their accomplishments."
  • Dr. Walker remarked: "The Lidar Leader Awards began in 2017 and have become part of the Geo Week tradition.
  • Those who are interested in attending can use the code AWARDS100 to attend the Geo Week Awards Celebration for free.

Experienced HR Executive from eToro, Revolut, Amazon Joins DailyPay as Chief People Officer

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Monday, October 16, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DailyPay, a leading financial technology company, today announced that Jon Lowe joins the company as Chief People Officer. Lowe brings a breadth of experience from fast-growing tech companies, across disciplines including HR operations, talent management and development, compensation and benefits, HR strategy and more. 

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DailyPay, a leading financial technology company, today announced that Jon Lowe joins the company as Chief People Officer.
  • Lowe brings a breadth of experience from fast-growing tech companies, across disciplines including HR operations, talent management and development, compensation and benefits, HR strategy and more.
  • Lowe joins DailyPay after serving as Head of U.S. Human Resources at eToro and Head of North American Human Resources at Revolut, two prominent global fintech companies.
  • "At DailyPay, we're constantly working to ensure this company is a place where talented people can have great careers," said DailyPay CEO Kevin Coop.

HEALTHSCOPE : AI ENABLES PATIENT EMOTIONS TO BE ANALYSED IMPROVING HOSPITAL EXPERIENCE.

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Sunday, October 15, 2023

Anita Hodge National Manager Reported Experience and Outcomes for Healthscope says going beyond numbers to "understand patient emotions and each individual story" now plays a key role to better understanding how to improve patient experience.

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  • Anita Hodge National Manager Reported Experience and Outcomes for Healthscope says going beyond numbers to "understand patient emotions and each individual story" now plays a key role to better understanding how to improve patient experience.
  • Patient experience includes everything from admissions processes, to the food patients eat, to the bedside manner of clinicians to patients being discharged.
  • By improving factors such as these, evidence from clinical studies have shown this leads to better patient outcomes.
  • The results on improving operational indicators from deploying Adoreboard have been both impressive and impactful to the business and frontline clinical staff."