United Nations Association in Canada

The Government of Canada Honours Commodore (Ret'd) Laraine Orthlieb as a Hometown Hero

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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Born in Saint John N.B., Laraine Orthlieb became the first female flag officer, the second woman at the helm of a ship's company, and eventually retired with the rank of Commodore.

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  • Born in Saint John N.B., Laraine Orthlieb became the first female flag officer, the second woman at the helm of a ship's company, and eventually retired with the rank of Commodore.
  • Commodore (Ret'd) Orthlieb is a true leader who has opened doors for women in the navy and her actions have inspired many women sailors.
  • To mark the 100th anniversary of the Naval Reserve in 2023, Parks Canada is honoured to add Commodore (Ret'd) Laraine Orthlieb to the Hometown Heroes program.
  • Commodore (Ret'd) Laraine Orthlieb has received recognition and awards for her work in the navy and in the private sector.

Riskonnect Named a 2023 Elite Winner of Atlanta’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For®

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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Riskonnect , the leader in integrated risk management (IRM) solutions, today announced its naming as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For® in Atlanta Elite Winner by The National Association for Business Resources (NABR).

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  • Riskonnect , the leader in integrated risk management (IRM) solutions, today announced its naming as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For® in Atlanta Elite Winner by The National Association for Business Resources (NABR).
  • “At Riskonnect, professional development and creating a culture that emphasizes growth and continuous learning is a top priority.
  • NABR’s Elite Metro Atlanta area award recipients demonstrate exceptional innovative human resource practices and set high standards for all Metro Atlanta businesses.
  • The winners are selected based on their overall high scores and are then named an Elite winner in their respective category.

Trailblazer Winnie Harlow Announced As Recipient Of The 2023 Global Citizen Award By The United Nations Association In Canada

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The United Nations Association in Canada (UNA-Canada), a charitable organization with a mission to cultivate global citizens, is delighted to announce international supermodel, entrepreneur, and advocate Winnie Harlow as the recipient of the 2023 Global Citizen Award.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The United Nations Association in Canada (UNA-Canada), a charitable organization with a mission to cultivate global citizens, is delighted to announce international supermodel, entrepreneur, and advocate Winnie Harlow as the recipient of the 2023 Global Citizen Award.
  • The Global Citizen Award honours an individual who, both personally and professionally, contributes to the building of a better world.
  • The award will be conferred on October 26th, 2023 at the Fairmont Royal York in Toronto, Canada.
  • Erica Mongiat, United Nations Association in Canada, 1 236-334-3837, [email protected] , www.unac.org
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Lightspeed extends key partnership with PGA of Canada

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Monday, June 19, 2023
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MONTREAL, June 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lightspeed Commerce Inc. (NYSE | TSX: LSPD) has announced the extension of its partnership as the official golf management software of the PGA of Canada, the national association representing more than 3,800 club professionals across the country. Powering the world’s best businesses, Lightspeed is the unified POS and payments platform for ambitious entrepreneurs to accelerate growth, provide the best customer experiences and become a go-to destination in their space.

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  • “We are so excited to have Lightspeed extend as a National Partner and the Official Golf Management Software of the PGA of Canada,” said Kevin Thistle, CEO, PGA of Canada.
  • This new initiative demonstrates Lightpeed’s support, not only of retail and restaurant operations in golf courses across Canada, but of PGA of Canada professionals themselves.
  • “Our partnership with the PGA of Canada is incredibly important to Lightspeed, and I am elated to be able to continue building on the great work we have already done,” said David Hope, GM, Lightspeed Golf.
  • “While championing the learning and educational content for PGA of Canada professionals will always be front and centre, we are excited to this year expand our reach into the PGA of Canada national championships as well.

Government of Canada investing $557 million in infrastructure funding for Parks Canada

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Monday, November 14, 2022
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The Government is committed to continued investment in the revitalization of federal infrastructure assets for the benefit of all Canadians.

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  • The Government is committed to continued investment in the revitalization of federal infrastructure assets for the benefit of all Canadians.
  • Parks Canada's ability to meet its mandate of conserving and presenting national historic sites, national parks and national marine conservation areas in Canada is founded on its assets.
  • "The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring the sustainability of Parks Canada assets so the cultural, environmental and economic vitality national heritage places bring to Canada can continue into the future.
  • Since 2015, the federal infrastructure investment program has enabled Parks Canada to improve the condition of approximately 5,000 assets across the country.

Canada’s leadership in plant-based food and ingredients on display to the world

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Thursday, November 3, 2022
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One of Canadas best kept secrets is our strength in plant-based ingredients and food.

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  • One of Canadas best kept secrets is our strength in plant-based ingredients and food.
  • Food processors are now working to incorporate those ingredients into new plant-based food products helping meet the growing global consumer demand.
  • Canadian plant-based food companies showed how they are bringing innovation to bear in every part of our modern food supply.
  • It is expected that the plant-based food sector will contribute $25 billion annually to Canadas economy by 2035 supported by 17,000 jobs.

Louis Vachon joins the Board of Directors of BCE Inc.

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Friday, October 21, 2022
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MONTRAL, Oct. 21, 2022 /CNW Telbec/ - BCE Inc. (TSX: BCE) (NYSE: BCE)today announced the appointment of Louis Vachon as a director of BCE and Bell Canada.

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  • MONTRAL, Oct. 21, 2022 /CNW Telbec/ - BCE Inc. (TSX: BCE) (NYSE: BCE)today announced the appointment of Louis Vachon as a director of BCE and Bell Canada.
  • Mr. Vachon will also join the Board's Management Resources and Compensation Committee and Risk and Pension Fund Committee.
  • "We are honoured that Louis has accepted our invitation to join the BCE Board," said Gordon M. Nixon, Chair of the Board of BCE and Bell Canada.
  • His experience leading National Bank's impressive financial, technological and cultural advancements will be an asset to BCE shareholders."

Tourism Industry Association of Canada Applauds the Government of Canada's Announcement Eliminating COVID-19 Travel Restrictions

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Monday, September 26, 2022
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Ottawa, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - September 26, 2022) - The Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) applauds today's official announcement by the Government of Canada to remove all COVID-19 entry restrictions, as well as testing, quarantine, and isolation requirements for anyone entering Canada, effective Oct. 1, 2022.

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  • Ottawa, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - September 26, 2022) - The Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) applauds today's official announcement by the Government of Canada to remove all COVID-19 entry restrictions, as well as testing, quarantine, and isolation requirements for anyone entering Canada, effective Oct. 1, 2022.
  • "For many months, we have been unequivocal in calling on the federal government to lift all remaining COVID-19 restrictions on travel and ensure Canada's global competitiveness in tourism," says Beth Potter, President & CEO of TIAC, the national association that represents thousands of tourism businesses across the country.
  • "We are heartened the Government of Canada has heeded our calls, after two long, difficult and devastating years for our industry," Potter says.
  • Founded in 1930 to encourage the development of tourism in Canada, the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC) serves today as the national private-sector advocate for this once-$105 billion sector.

The Science Horizons Youth Internship Program is now open for 2022-2023

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Monday, August 15, 2022
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Up to $25,000 in Science Horizons Youth Internship Program funding is available to employers for wage subsidies and up to $5,000 in funding for supporting services, such as skills development, training, and job accessibility, for each intern they hire.

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  • Up to $25,000 in Science Horizons Youth Internship Program funding is available to employers for wage subsidies and up to $5,000 in funding for supporting services, such as skills development, training, and job accessibility, for each intern they hire.
  • Interested youth can visit the program website to find more information on the Science Horizons Youth Internship Program, as well as how to apply to become an intern with one of six delivery agents.
  • The Science Horizons Youth Internship Program provides young Canadians with new opportunities to enter the workforce, grow their skills, and gain valuable experience.
  • The Science Horizons Youth Internship Program is organized by independent, third-party organizations (delivery agents).