California Latino Leadership Fund

Chicago Business Leader Accelerates Hispanic Professionals to Become Workplace Leaders in The Latino Leadership Playbook

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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CHICAGO, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Chicago Latino business leader and motivational speaker Refugio Atilano is helping his community by preparing its professionals to develop their cultural and leadership skills that will help them realize their full potential in the workplace.

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  • Chicago Latino business leader and motivational speaker Refugio Atilano is helping his community by preparing its professionals to develop their cultural and leadership skills that will help them realize their full potential in the workplace.
  • CHICAGO, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Chicago Latino business leader and motivational speaker Refugio Atilano is helping his community by preparing its professionals to develop their cultural and leadership skills that will help them realize their full potential in the workplace.
  • "I wrote 'The Latino Leadership Playbook' out of a deep sense of responsibility.
  • The tool is his new book called "The Latino Leadership Playbook" which gives readers actionable insights, a framework, and expert advice from some of the world's most influential Hispanic and non-Hispanic business leaders.

Cutting pollution and making life more affordable: Government of Canada announces $101.7 million to switch to cleaner energy in Nova Scotia

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Friday, June 30, 2023
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Up to $41.2 million for initiatives in Nova Scotia that support Canada's 2030 greenhouse gas emissions reductions target and align with Canada's goal of net-zero emissions by 2050.

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  • Up to $41.2 million for initiatives in Nova Scotia that support Canada's 2030 greenhouse gas emissions reductions target and align with Canada's goal of net-zero emissions by 2050.
  • Nova Scotia can leverage this funding to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in ways that recognize the unique circumstances of the province.
  • The federal government is working closely with Nova Scotia to finalize an agreement on the delivery of this funding.
  • Through our partner, Efficiency Nova Scotia, we help Nova Scotians move away from oil heat and use less energy.

Canada invests in climate action projects to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Northwest Territories

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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The Northwest Territories' Greenhouse Gas Grant Program is designed to support projects and initiatives that reduce greenhouse gas emissions for Indigenous governments, Indigenous organizations, community governments, municipalities, government departments and agencies, businesses, and non-profit organizations.

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  • The Northwest Territories' Greenhouse Gas Grant Program is designed to support projects and initiatives that reduce greenhouse gas emissions for Indigenous governments, Indigenous organizations, community governments, municipalities, government departments and agencies, businesses, and non-profit organizations.
  • – The Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change
    "Everyone has a role to play in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning to a low-carbon economy.
  • The six projects announced today are:
    This funding is part of an agreement between Canada and the Northwest Territories under the Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund.
  • The enhanced Low Carbon Economy Fund will support climate action by Indigenous peoples with a new $180 million Indigenous Leadership Fund.

Canada and Brock University invest in climate action project to reduce greenhouse gas emissions

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Friday, May 26, 2023
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This project will reduce emissions through retrofits that will increase Brock University's reliance on grid electricity and reduce its dependence on natural gas.

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  • This project will reduce emissions through retrofits that will increase Brock University's reliance on grid electricity and reduce its dependence on natural gas.
  • Brock University will see a cumulative reduction of about 13,700 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions by 2030—equivalent to the energy use of over 3,200 homes for one year.
  • Through the Low Carbon Economy Fund, the Government of Canada is partnering with climate leaders nationwide to cut emissions.
  • The enhanced Low Carbon Economy Fund will support climate action by Indigenous peoples with a new $180 million Indigenous Leadership Fund.

Minister Guilbeault announces $187 million to support projects in Quebec for clean air and a strong economy

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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MONTRÉAL, May 10, 2023 /CNW/ - Canadians are calling for ambitious climate action that keeps the air clean while building a strong economy for today and tomorrow alike.

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  • MONTRÉAL, May 10, 2023 /CNW/ - Canadians are calling for ambitious climate action that keeps the air clean while building a strong economy for today and tomorrow alike.
  • Every day, initiatives such as the Government of Canada's Low Carbon Economy Fund support partners across the country as they cut pollution, build strong, resilient communities, and create good jobs in a growing, sustainable, and clean economy.
  • Today, while speaking at the Montréal Climate Summit, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced up to $187 million from the Leadership stream part of the Low Carbon Economy Fund to support Quebec projects.
  • I applaud the leadership shown by the Government of Quebec in helping to keep our air clean and build resilient communities."

Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador invest in climate action projects in support of the city of St. John's Corporate Climate Plan

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023
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This project is a good example of the climate leadership that will be supported under the expanded Low Carbon Economy Fund.

Key Points: 
  • This project is a good example of the climate leadership that will be supported under the expanded Low Carbon Economy Fund.
  • This funding is part of an agreement between Canada and Newfoundland and Labrador under the Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund.
  • The recapitalized Low Carbon Economy Fund will support climate action by Indigenous peoples with a new $180 million Indigenous Leadership Fund.
  • This will support clean energy and energy efficiency projects led by First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities and organizations.

Climate action project in the District of Kitimat gets investment from Canada and British Columbia

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023
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This joint funding program between the Government of Canada, the province, and the local government, is administered through British Columbia's Organics Infrastructure Program.

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  • This joint funding program between the Government of Canada, the province, and the local government, is administered through British Columbia's Organics Infrastructure Program.
  • This project is a good example of the climate leadership that will be supported under the expanded Low Carbon Economy Fund.
  • This funding is part of an agreement between Canada and British Columbia under the Low Carbon Economy Leadership Fund.
  • The advanced and enhanced Low Carbon Economy Fund will support climate action by Indigenous peoples with a new $180 million Indigenous Leadership Fund.

Canada and British Columbia invest in climate action projects in two First Nations communities

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022
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This project will reduce emissions by composting organic waste within the communities, reducing the amount of waste that needs to be transported from these two remote First Nations communities to landfills.

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  • This project will reduce emissions by composting organic waste within the communities, reducing the amount of waste that needs to be transported from these two remote First Nations communities to landfills.
  • "By working with Indigenous communities across Canada, such as the Kwadacha and Heiltsuk Nations, we are reducing greenhouse gas emissions, building more resilient communities, and creating jobs.
  • The advanced and enhanced Low Carbon Economy Fund will support climate action by Indigenous peoples with a new $180 million Indigenous Leadership Fund.
  • This will support clean energy and energy efficiency projects led by First Nations, Inuit, and Mtis communities and organizations.

Zai Ortiz, Visionary entrepreneur-turned-game maker joins LootMogul's creative and executive advisory team

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Monday, October 31, 2022
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SANTA MONICA, Calif. and LOS ANGELES, Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LootMogul expands its creative and executive advisory team with the addition of visionary entrepreneur-turned-game maker, Zai Ortiz .

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  • SANTA MONICA, Calif. and LOS ANGELES, Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LootMogul expands its creative and executive advisory team with the addition of visionary entrepreneur-turned-game maker, Zai Ortiz .
  • "We are blessed to have Zai Ortiz as our mentor and a creative advisor for building & scaling our next generation of sports metaverse.
  • Zai is a visionary creative entrepreneur.
  • We are looking forward to working with Zai and bringing the next level of immersive gaming and meta engagement for our community," said Raj Rajkotia, CEO of LootMogul.

Investors And Cultural Leaders Contribute To Valora's Fundraise

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Wednesday, November 3, 2021
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Valora is leveraging their cultural influence to put crypto in the hands of people around the world, especially those who are typically left out of the traditional financial system.

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  • Valora is leveraging their cultural influence to put crypto in the hands of people around the world, especially those who are typically left out of the traditional financial system.
  • Additionally, Valora continues to gain traction and adoption among tech-savvy consumers and crypto enthusiasts in more than 100 countries across the globe.
  • "I'm thrilled to have such an amazing group of mission-aligned investors support our work promoting financial empowerment for people globally," said Jackie Bona, Chief Executive Officer of Valora.
  • The financing will support Valora's mission to unlock access to financial opportunity so everyone can create and share value without barriers.