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The Week in Canadian Press Releases: 10 Stories You Need to See

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15 hours ago

November 22, 2024

A roundup of the most newsworthy press releases from Cision Distribution this week

TORONTO, Nov. 22, 2024 /CNW/ – With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on Cision. To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week’s most newsworthy and popular releases, here’s a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn’t be missed.

The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story. Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download.

Public Test of Alert Ready on November 20, 2024
The Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) requires wireless service providers and broadcasters to send at least one test alert per year, either in May during Emergency Preparedness Week and/or in November. Participation in the testing of Alert Ready is at the sole discretion of each provincial and territorial emergency management organization (EMO). The test message will simulate an emergency alert, beginning with the alert tone, known as the Canadian Alert Attention Signal. The message will indicate that it is a test and does not require action from the public.Clarivate Reveals Highly Cited Researchers 2024 List
Analysts at the Institute for Scientific Information (ISI)™ have recognized 6,636 Highly Cited Researchers in 2024 from more than 1,200 institutions in 59 nations and regions. The rigorous evaluation and selection process draws on data from the Web of Science Core Collection™ citation index, together with qualitative analysis performed by experts at the ISI at Clarivate™. The list provides valuable insights into the global landscape of top research talent and identifies trends across countries, regions and institutions. Mainland China and Hong Kong SAR made sizeable gains, while the United States gradually lost share. This trend reflects a geographic, political and cultural rebalancing of top-tier scientific and scholarly contributions.Skip Unveils Canada’s Most Wanted Bites and TikTok-Worthy Treats with 2024 Order Trends
“Our annual ordering trends once again showcase the fabulous flavours that are fueling our cravings across the country,” said Melanie Fatouros-Richardson, VP of Communications & Government Relations at Skip. “With appetite for convenience reaching new heights, this year we continued to expand the roster of iconic brands available on Skip, launching Starbucks, Rexall and Shake Shack! We’re continuing to deliver the goods from coast to coast, so Canadians can get back to the good part of their day, whether it’s a cozy night in, family movie night or a much-needed breakfast in bed!”Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie campaign is here, with 100% of proceeds donated to local charities and community groups, including Tim Hortons Foundation Camps
Tim Hortons second-annual Holiday Smile Cookie campaign is back today until Nov. 24 with 100 per cent of proceeds donated to local charities and community groups, including Tim Hortons Foundation Camps. “Since 1996, Canadians have shown incredible support for our iconic Smile Cookie program, which has now raised over $129 million for charities and community groups. Last year we launched the inaugural Holiday Smile Cookie campaign and it was an amazing success, raising $9.8 million. We’re looking forward to serving Canadians millions of hand-decorated Holiday Smile Cookies starting today and together supporting over 400 local charities and community groups, including Tim Hortons Foundation Camps.”Roche Canada Announces New Informatics Jobs in Ontario’s Life Sciences Sector
Hoffmann-La Roche Limited (Roche Canada) is pleased to announce, with support from the Government of Ontario through its agency, Invest Ontario, the addition of up to 250 new jobs to Ontario. Most of these highly-skilled, technical jobs will be in innovative areas like artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, computational biology, and data analytics and will be part of Roche’s Global Informatics function. The jobs will address real challenges in healthcare by advancing Roche’s understanding of diseases and helping deliver innovations faster to patients. This marks the first collaboration of this kind for Roche Canada with Invest Ontario, which will help further Ontario’s ambition of becoming a global leader in life sciences. RECONAFRICA ANNOUNCES AN OPERATIONAL UPDATE, APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS AND THE FILING OF QUARTERLY FINANCIAL REPORTS
The Company is currently drilling ahead on the Naingopo exploration well at a depth of approximately 4,000 metres (13,125 feet). On completion of drilling activities, the Company will undertake a comprehensive logging and coring program, and perform a vertical seismic profile of the well. Results of the well will be provided following a thorough analysis of an extensive logging program and any obtained oil or natural gas samples. Joining the Board of Directors as an independent director is W. Derek Aylesworth, an independent businessman. Mr. Aylesworth has over 30 years of experience in the Canadian oil and gas industry having previously served as Chief Financial Officer of TSX listed Seven Generations Energy and TSX and NYSE listed Baytex Energy Corporation.GROUPE DYNAMITE PRICES INITIAL PUBLIC OFFERING OF SUBORDINATE VOTING SHARES
Groupe Dynamite Inc. (“Groupe Dynamite” or the “Company”) announced today that it has obtained a receipt for its final base PREP prospectus filed with the securities regulatory authorities of all provinces and territories in Canada with respect to its initial public offering, and has entered into an underwriting agreement with respect to the offering of an aggregate of 14,285,715 subordinate voting shares of Groupe Dynamite at a price of $21 per share. The shares are being sold to the underwriters by the selling shareholders for gross proceeds to the selling shareholders of approximately $300,000,015.Orla Mining Announces Strategic Expansion into Canada with Acquisition of the Musselwhite Gold Mine
Orla Mining Ltd. (TSX: OLA) (NYSE: ORLA) (“Orla” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce it has entered into a definitive agreement (the “Agreement”) to acquire the Musselwhite Gold Mine (“Musselwhite”) in Ontario from Newmont Corporation (“Newmont”) for upfront cash consideration of $810 million and gold-price linked contingent consideration of $40 million (the “Transaction”)1. The cash consideration will be financed through a combination of cash, existing undrawn debt capacity, new indebtedness, a gold pre-pay facility, and convertible notes led by Orla’s existing cornerstone investors. There is no upfront equity dilution associated with the Transaction.Manulife President & CEO Roy Gori Announces His Intention to Retire in May 2025
Manulife Financial Corporation’s (MFC) Board today announced that President and Chief Executive Officer Roy Gori has informed them of his intention to retire, effective May 8, 2025, with Phil Witherington appointed as his successor and joining the Board of Directors at that time. “It has been my honour to serve as Manulife’s President and CEO and I’m extremely proud of our team’s many accomplishments. We’ve delivered superior operating results, de-risked our business, and become a digital customer leader in our industry,” said Mr. Gori. “These results have enabled us to deliver market leading total shareholder return and wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible dedication and engagement of our outstanding global team.”Leading Retailer Stokes Inc. Initiates Restructuring to Reposition Business and Return to Profitability
Stokes Inc. (“Stokes” or “the Company”), the largest independent tableware and kitchenware retailer in Canada, announced today that it has initiated the process to reposition its business for future growth and profitability by securing court protection under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (“CCAA”). The difficult but necessary decision was made to facilitate the implementation of the Company’s strategy that will secure its long-term viability in the best interest of its employees, customers and suppliers. Stokes has been a cornerstone of the Canadian retail community since 1935 and like most other retailers, is adapting to fundamental changes in the industry and a deteriorating macroeconomic environment.

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Redefining the Standard of Care: Introducing the Aulisa® Monitor Camera for Advanced Patient Monitoring

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1 hour ago

November 23, 2024

PALO ALTO, Calif., Nov. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Aulisa® Medical USA, Inc., a leader in FDA-cleared, wearable, wireless continuous vital sign monitoring technology, proudly announces the launch of the Aulisa® Monitor Camera, an innovative solution designed to revolutionize patient care in both hospital and home settings. Seamlessly integrating with the Aulisa® Vital Signs Monitoring System, this advanced camera offers caregivers and healthcare professionals enhanced monitoring capabilities and peace of mind.

Redefining the Standard of Care
Hospitals constantly balance delivering exceptional patient care with managing operational costs. The Aulisa® Monitor Camera redefines patient monitoring by providing advanced, centralized solutions that enhance clinical and operational excellence. Designed to optimize patient care, the Aulisa® Monitor Camera integrates with the Centralized Multiple Patient Monitoring (CMPM) System, enabling simultaneous, wireless monitoring of oxygen saturation (SpO2), pulse rate, and body temperature across multiple patients from a centralized nursing station. With a simple app, the Aulisa® Monitor Camera can be integrated into a CMPM. In addition to monitoring a patient’s vital signs, caregivers and family members (such as parents of an infant) can also view the patient’s image and hear their voice. This feature is especially important in specific situations, such as for parents of an infant in the NICU.

This transformative approach eliminates cumbersome wires, streamlines operations, and ensures timely interventions, ultimately improving patient outcomes, enhancing safety standards, and optimizing workflow efficiency while driving significant cost savings and financial performance for healthcare facilities. With a steadfast commitment to compassionate, data-driven care and innovative solutions, Aulisa® Medical is advancing patient health and redefining healthcare excellence, one patient at a time.

Advanced Features for Comprehensive Care
The Aulisa® Monitor Camera offers crystal-clear 2K resolution with night vision, ensuring high-quality visuals day and night. Its two-way audio and human tracking features enable real-time communication and automated movement monitoring, while effortless Wi-Fi integration allows for quick and simple setup via mobile or web devices. With dual functionality as a standalone home surveillance camera, the Aulisa® Monitor Camera delivers unmatched flexibility for various care scenarios.

Engineered for Hospital Excellence
Designed with hospitals and patients in mind, the Aulisa® Monitor Camera addresses the unique demands of modern healthcare settings. From NICUs to patient rooms, it offers caregivers the ability to remotely monitor patients with visual, audio, and motion tracking capabilities. This streamlines workflows, enhances safety, and allows providers to focus on delivering compassionate care while staying equipped with FDA-cleared technology.

Founder’s Vision
“Introducing the Aulisa® Monitor Camera is a natural extension of our mission to enhance patient care and empower healthcare professionals,” said Augustine (Augie) Lien, founder and CEO of Aulisa Medical USA, Inc. “We strive to provide innovative solutions that bring peace of mind to caregivers and families alike. By delivering FDA-cleared technology with seamless functionality, we’re making it easier to ensure safety, connectivity, and exceptional care in every setting.”

Why Choose Aulisa®?
The Aulisa® Monitor Camera enhances efficiency by enabling remote monitoring, reducing physical check-ins, and providing reliable, FDA-cleared technology trusted by healthcare professionals worldwide. It is now available for purchase by healthcare facilities, caregivers, and families.

To learn more about the Aulisa Monitor Camera, the Guardian Angel® CMPM System and other Aulisa Medical products, visit:

www.aulisa.com/products/aulisa-monitor-camera www.aulisa.com/products/cmpm www.aulisa.com/collections/guardian-angel-remote-gateway-systems

About Aulisa Medical
Based in Silicon Valley, Aulisa® Medical is a leading medical technology company founded by serial medical technologies entrepreneur, Augustine (Augie) Lien. The company specializes in developing wireless, wearable monitoring systems that provide continuous, cloud-based vital sign data in both clinical and home environments. Through the development of new healthcare innovations, Aulisa® continues to grow the application of digital health technologies that empower both consumers and healthcare providers, incorporating Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies that can detect adverse events and potentially save lives.

Media Contact:
Kyle Thompson, Vice President of Sales & Marketing
Email: kyle.thompson@aulisa.com
Direct: (650) 387-0001
www.aulisa.com

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Redefining Financial Frontiers: Nucleus Software Celebrates 30 Years with Synapse 2024 in Singapore

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November 23, 2024

SINGAPORE, Nov. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The thriving India–Singapore partnership in banking and technology reached a new milestone as Nucleus Software celebrated 30 years of transformative innovation at Synapse 2024, held in Singapore. The event underscored the company’s role in redefining financial services across Southeast Asia (SEA) and the globe, bringing together leaders in finance and technology to explore a shared vision for the future of banking.

Synapse 2024 celebrated 30 years of Nucleus Software’s leadership in driving transformative change across Singapore and Southeast Asia’s financial ecosystem. The event also shone a spotlight on the Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN), an initiative supported by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to champion responsible technology adoption. The event highlighted the deepening synergies between India and Singapore, driven by their shared commitment to innovation, cross-border collaboration, and financial inclusion. As the financial services sector undergoes rapid evolution with advancements in artificial intelligence, blockchain, and digital banking, these partnerships are setting the stage for a more connected, resilient, and inclusive global ecosystem.

Vishnu R. Dusad, Co-founder and Managing Director of Nucleus Software, reflected on the milestone: “For over 30 years, we’ve had the privilege of aligning our journey with Singapore’s ascent as a global financial powerhouse. Back in 1994, when we chose to go East instead of West, it was a bold and emotional decision—guided by our belief in Singapore as a hub for innovation and collaboration. We saw then what remains true today: Singapore is at the heart of the global financial landscape, a place where new ideas take root, and partnerships thrive.”

The event brought together a distinguished array of participants, highlighting the transformative potential of India–Singapore collaboration. Mr. Piyush Gupta, CEO of DBS Group and the Guest of Honor, set the tone for the event with his opening remarks, emphasizing the transformative role of big tech in reimagining scalable, customer-centric financial services in the digital age.

Following his address, key speakers enriched the discussions with their insights. Mr. Sopnendu Mohanty, Chief Fintech Officer at the Monetary Authority of Singapore and Group CEO-Designate of The Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN), underlined the importance of fostering responsible technology adoption and building inclusive financial ecosystems. Mr. Vinod Rai, globally respected public policy expert, Distinguished Visiting Research Fellow at the National University of Singapore, and former Comptroller and Auditor General of India, shared his perspectives on governance and policy frameworks in financial systems. Mr. S.M. Acharya, Chairman of Nucleus Software and former Defence Secretary of India, offered a visionary outlook on leveraging technology to modernize and secure banking frameworks. Finally, Mr. Pieter Franken, Co-founder and Director of GFTN (Japan), a global FinTech pioneer and deep tech innovator, discussed the future of decentralized finance and its implications for the financial sector.

The event showcased the transformative role of technology in global financial systems, emphasizing innovations that set benchmarks for scalability and inclusivity. Panelists discussed the importance of localized solutions, the challenges of cross-border integration, and leveraging dual business models to optimize capital and foster public participation. The dialogue highlighted the need for common standards, unified frameworks like APIs, and collaborative efforts to accelerate financial inclusion and drive global connectivity in the digital age.

For 30 years, Nucleus Software has consistently introduced advanced lending and banking solutions that support financial institutions’ evolving needs in Singapore and South East Asia. Driven by lean development methodologies like Acceptance Test-Driven Development (ATDD) and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CICD), Nucleus Software continues to push boundaries in efficient, flexible, and secure financial technology.

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Sleighing the Digital Divide with Black Friday Tech Deals

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3 hours ago

November 22, 2024

Holiday Mix & Match Deal puts tech and accessories under your tree for $200 or less!

DETROIT, Nov. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — This holiday season, Human-I-T, a nonprofit dedicated to providing equitable access to technology, is making it easier than ever for holiday shoppers to access affordable tech while giving back to their community. The “Mix and Match Deal,” allows individuals to purchase devices and accessories at prices that fit any budget—all while supporting efforts to close the digital divide.

“For the past 12 years, Human-I-T has been laser-focused on three things: making technology accessible and affordable, offering digital navigation support to those who need it most, and saving our planet by keeping e-waste out of landfills,” said Graeme Jackson, Marketing and Content Manager at Human-I-T. “The ‘Holiday Mix & Match Deal’ helps us achieve all three goals, and the best part is that everyone benefits.”

Available from Friday, November 29th, through Monday, December 30th, the deal offers customers the chance to bundle one device—a tablet, Chromebook, or 2-in-1 device—with one accessory of their choice, including JBL speakers, headphones, a protective laptop sleeve, or a wireless keyboard for $200 or less.

For families, students, or job seekers who may struggle to afford essential technology, this initiative is more than a sale—it’s a lifeline. Human-I-T believes that in today’s digital world, access to reliable technology isn’t a luxury; it’s a basic human right.

“This isn’t just about shopping,” added Jackson. “It’s about providing hope, opportunity, and connection to those who need it most. When you shop with us, you’re not only getting a great deal—you’re helping to change lives.”

The Mix & Match Deal is only available for a limited time. By shopping at Human-I-T’s online store customers can brighten their holiday while directly supporting underserved communities.

Don’t wait—login to the Human-I-T store today

and give the gift of technology that gives back!

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