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Minister Gould to lead Canadian delegation at the United Nations High-Level Political Forum to present Canada's progress in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals

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Monday, July 17, 2023
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These principles are at the heart of the 2030 Agenda and 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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  • These principles are at the heart of the 2030 Agenda and 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  • On July 17, Minister Gould will deliver Canada's National Statement, reinforcing leadership on the 2030 Agenda and underlining the significance of gender equality and human rights.
  • Internationally, the Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau and the Prime Minister of Barbados, Mia Mottley, are co-chairing the Sustainable Development Goals Advocates Group.
  • "Canada's second Voluntary National Review recognizes the exceptional work happening in Canada and around the world to advance the Sustainable Development Goals.

Building a sustainable future: Canada's progress in advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023
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At the heart of this agenda are 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aimed at addressing the world's most pressing challenges by 2030, including poverty, inequality and climate change.

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  • At the heart of this agenda are 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aimed at addressing the world's most pressing challenges by 2030, including poverty, inequality and climate change.
  • Recognizing the transformative power of these goals, the Government of Canada continues to demonstrate leadership in advancing progress on the SDGs.
  • The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development is a 15-year global framework adopted by Canada and all other 192 United Nations Member States in 2015.
  • The Sustainable Development Goals Funding Program is in place to advance progress on the 2030 Agenda.

Madinah issues its SDGs Voluntary Local Review

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023
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MEDINA, Saudi Arabia, Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Urban Observatory at Al Madinah Region Development Authority has issued the Madinah SDGs Voluntary Local Review (VLR) as the first VLR in Saudi Arabia that covers nine sustainable development goals.

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  • MEDINA, Saudi Arabia, Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Urban Observatory at Al Madinah Region Development Authority has issued the Madinah SDGs Voluntary Local Review (VLR) as the first VLR in Saudi Arabia that covers nine sustainable development goals.
  • Madinah's VLR comes in line with Saudi Arabia's commitment towards the "2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development" that was approved at the United Nations Sustainable Development Summit 2015.
  • This VLR covers 9 goals of the SDGs: from Goal 1 to Goal 8, and Goal 11.
  • The report comprises Madinah's sustainable development state in many fields, such as health, education, infrastructure, environment, housing, transport, and others.

Madinah issues its SDGs Voluntary Local Review

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023
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MEDINA, Saudi Arabia, Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Urban Observatory at Al Madinah Region Development Authority has issued the Madinah SDGs Voluntary Local Review (VLR) as the first VLR in Saudi Arabia that covers nine sustainable development goals.

Key Points: 
  • MEDINA, Saudi Arabia, Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Urban Observatory at Al Madinah Region Development Authority has issued the Madinah SDGs Voluntary Local Review (VLR) as the first VLR in Saudi Arabia that covers nine sustainable development goals.
  • Madinah's VLR comes in line with Saudi Arabia's commitment towards the "2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development" that was approved at the United Nations Sustainable Development Summit 2015.
  • Madinah's VLR comes in continuation of the national efforts in the Voluntary National Review (VNR) in its first edition in 2018, titled "Towards the Sustainable Development of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia" by the Ministry of Economy and Planning.
  • This VLR covers 9 goals of the SDGs: from Goal 1 to Goal 8, and Goal 11.

Government of Canada launches consultations on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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GATINEAU, QC, Feb. 8, 2023 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada is committed to advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, a 15-year action plan adopted by all United Nations member countries.

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  • GATINEAU, QC, Feb. 8, 2023 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada is committed to advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, a 15-year action plan adopted by all United Nations member countries.
  • At the heart of this agenda are 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aimed at addressing the world's most pressing challenges by 2030, including poverty, inequality and climate change.
  • It is a significant opportunity for Canada to showcase its commitment to sustainable development and to demonstrate leadership, transparency and accountability on this important global agenda.
  • – Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency, Harjit S. Sajjan
    The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development is a 15-year global framework adopted by Canada and all other 192 United Nations Member States in 2015.

Timekettle to showcase HybridComm™ Translation Technology at CES 2023

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Saturday, December 17, 2022
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SHENZHEN, China, Dec. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Timekettle is bringing the most cutting-edge translation technology HybridComm to this CES 2023, recently launching a video about the core technology on its official YouTube channel.

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  • SHENZHEN, China, Dec. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Timekettle is bringing the most cutting-edge translation technology HybridComm to this CES 2023, recently launching a video about the core technology on its official YouTube channel.
  • As the pioneer of translator earbuds, Timekettle has transformed the world of cross-language communication since its existence in 2016.
  • It subverts the shackles of conventional translation products by adopting an entirely different technical structure to advance our product in speech processing, simultaneous interpretation, and AI translation.
  • Timekettle users include cross-border travelers and businesspersons, transnational family and friends, language educators and learners, overseas students and expats, etc.

President of Dominica calls for concrete actions against climate change at UN General Assembly

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Monday, October 3, 2022
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President Savarin noted that the world is facing a number of climate challenges with both immediate and long-term implications.

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  • President Savarin noted that the world is facing a number of climate challenges with both immediate and long-term implications.
  • He added that there has been only marginal progress towards finding solutions and resolving the significant challenges of climate change.
  • He stated that Dominica would continue to champion the call for collective global action in the fight against climate change and the need to build resilience to natural disasters triggered and exacerbated by climate change.
  • The President also pointed out that SIDS, like Dominica, are disproportionately affected by climate change.

One Couple's Journey with Paternal Perinatal Depression

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Monday, August 8, 2022
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Did you know mothers aren't the only ones who can get postpartum depression?

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  • Did you know mothers aren't the only ones who can get postpartum depression?
  • He struggled mentally and contemplated suicide as he wondered if his son would be better off without him.
  • "A lot of focus is understandably placed on maternal perinatal depression, but few people realize that fathers can also struggle with mental health issues after the birth of a baby," said Dustin Webb, LCSW, administrator at Texas Health Behavioral Health Dallas.
  • The Boyd couple wanted to share their story to raise awareness about paternal perinatal depression and inspire pediatricians to include fathers when screening for postpartum depression.

On Earth Day, Yellow Corporation Reaffirms Commitment to Reducing Carbon Footprint

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Friday, April 22, 2022
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We respect the significant role truckers play and, therefore, are proud to do our part to operate sustainably and protect the environment, said Darren Hawkins, CEO of Yellow Corporation.

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  • We respect the significant role truckers play and, therefore, are proud to do our part to operate sustainably and protect the environment, said Darren Hawkins, CEO of Yellow Corporation.
  • Reducing our Greenhouse gas emissions by 30% with our new fleet equipment is just one step, he continued.
  • In addition, as part of the One Yellow transformation, company network engineers are designing new city operations dispatch plans that will eliminate overlapping service routes, reducing mileage and related emissions.
  • Finally, as we celebrate Earth Day 2022, Yellow is proud to reinforce its 17-year partnership with the Environmental Protection Agencys SmartWay voluntary emissions reduction program.

Destination NSW Counting Down to Vivid Sydney 2022: 100 Days to Go

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Wednesday, February 16, 2022
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SYDNEY, Feb. 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In 100 days from today on Friday 27 May Vivid Sydney will return, transforming Sydney city with an exhilarating fusion of creativity, innovation and technology.

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  • SYDNEY, Feb. 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In 100 days from today on Friday 27 May Vivid Sydney will return, transforming Sydney city with an exhilarating fusion of creativity, innovation and technology.
  • Vivid Sydney is proudly owned, managed and produced by Destination NSW, the NSW Government's tourism and major events agency.
  • Vivid Sydney is an annual celebration of creativity, innovation and technology, which transforms Sydney for 23 days and nights.
  • Vivid Sydney is owned, managed and produced by Destination NSW, the NSW Government's tourism and major events agency.