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Ontario Trillium Foundation 2007 Great Grants Award Winners: Waterloo, Wellington, Dufferin
WATERLOO - Six remarkable Ontario not-for-profit organizations will be honoured for the difference they have made in their communities at the Ontario Trillium Foundation's 25th Anniversary celebration in Waterloo, on November 15, 2007.
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Laurier’s global MBA leaders honoured at Toronto gala
TORONTO — Arriving from as far away as Mexico and Thailand, nominees for the inaugural Laurier MBA Alumni Awards gathered in Toronto on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 to celebrate the excellence and innovation demonstrated by Laurier MBA graduates.
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Canadian Health Measures Survey mobile clinic begins collection in Waterloo
Waterloo Region - The Regional Chair of Waterloo and representatives from local health agencies visited the mobile clinic in downtown Kitchener on November 15, 2007, to mark the opening of the new Canadian Health Measures Survey (CHMS) conducted by Statistics Canada.
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Not Just Gingerbread Contest
Waterloo Region - Not Just Gingerbread is a community focused competition of building “houses” of gingerbread and also of other materials (golf balls, hockey pucks, popsicle sticks, pencils, etc.).
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UW student team shares expertise on protecting heritage sites
WATERLOO - A University of Waterloo student research team will hold a workshop next month, sharing expertise on how municipal governments can better protect historic places in order to preserve Canada's rich past.
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ACTS creates strategic partnership with Aero Inventory for its supply of consumable aircraft parts
MONTREAL - ACTS has signed an exclusive ten-year contract with UK-based Aero Inventory plc for the supply and management of a range of its consumable aircraft inventory, allowing ACTS to improve its inventory management process, increase its access to consumable parts, reduce its costs and improve customer turnaround time.
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The Lexus GS series: greater value means no compromise with the addition of more features, a new design and more power on the 2008 editions of the performance luxury sedan
TORONTO - Lexus in Canada today introduced the 2008 editions of its GS series performance luxury sedan, with new design touches throughout the line-up, more performance for the top of the line GS 460, and a price repositioning that makes all vehicles in the GS series more compelling choices for Canadian drivers.
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Steelworker campaign at Arcelor-Mittal kicks into high gear
HAMILTON - The United Steelworkers (USW) announced Thursday that its ongoing campaign among employees of Arcelor-Mittal (formerly Dofasco) in Hamilton has recently moved into a more intense phase.
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World Bank: East Asian Economies Strong
"East Asian economies are likely to remain healthy next year despite the impact of the widening sub prime lending crisis in the US and the renewed increase in crude oil prices, the World Bank said Thursday. The region's rapid growth is also reducing poverty, although income inequality is expanding.
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Sun Life Financial Inc. guarantees certain obligations of Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada to streamline reporting obligations
TORONTO - Sun Life Financial Inc. and Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada ("SLA") announced on November 15, 2007 that SLF Inc. has provided full and unconditional subordinated guarantees of SLA's publicly-held subordinated debentures and Preferred Shares.
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Researchers Nab CFI Support
Guelph - The Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) awarded more than $378,000 to the University of Guelph today. The funding will support research ranging from creating wireless and mobile networks to understanding ecosystems to establishing disease surveillance and risk assessment programs to improve human health.
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Apple Releases Final Cut Express 4
New Final Cut Express Features AVCHD Support and iMovie ‘08 Integration
CUPERTINO, California - Apple® released Final Cut® Express 4, a significant upgrade to its powerful video editing software based on Apple’s award-winning Final Cut Pro 6, with a new low price of $199.
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A cure for inactive youth: video games to make you sweat! Canada's First Youth Interactive Gym to open its 7th location- in GUELPH!
GUELPH, ON - The cure for inactive kids is now coming to Guelph! Bulldog Interactive Fitness for youth is spreading across North America, with the newest "Doghouse" celebrating its Grand Opening on November 17th and 18th.
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Students unite in Ottawa for massive lobbying effort
OTTAWA - Zach Churchill, National Director of the Canadian Alliance of Student Associations (CASA), and student leaders from across Canada joined together in our nation's capital this week to meet with over 170 Members of Parliament, Senators and other key federal decision-makers to explore realistic solutions for the improvement of Canada's post-secondary education system.
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New immigrants more likely to cite saving for their kids' education than other financial goals, RBC study
TORONTO - When it comes to financial goals, more new immigrants to Canada include saving for their children's education than saving for their own retirement or even paying down a mortgage.
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Confidence rises with dollar strength: Survey
Market concerns about long term impact of credit issue spilling over
TORONTO - TNS Canadian Facts' Consumer Confidence Index for November shows that consumers have set aside any concern about the impact of the credit issue and overall U.S. weakness, to arrive at unprecedented levels of economic confidence.
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Mennonite Savings and Credit Union (MSCU) and Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA) launch next phase of their partnership through MEDA Trust
Kitchener – MSCU and MEDA are launching the next phase of a partnership forged in 2000 with the development of a cobranded website that invites MSCU members to provide micro-loans to entrepreneurs in one of the world’s developing countries.
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ProElite, Inc. and LiveHive Systems Introduce Fantasy Fight Game to Mixed Martial Arts Fans
-- NanoGaming allows MMA fans to play alongside favorite fighters --
WATERLOO - LiveHive Systems today announced that it has signed an agreement with ProElite, Inc. to enhance the television and Internet viewing experience for fans of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) by introducing the ProElite Fantasy Fight Game, a fun, interactive offering.
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International tourism: Canada needs strategy to win back market share
Now is the time for the government to show leadership,
Jean-Marc Eustache, President and CEO of Transat A.T. Inc.,
tells Economic Club of Toronto
TORONTO - In a speech delivered today to the Economic Club of Toronto, Jean-Marc Eustache, President and Chief Executive Officer of Transat A.T. Inc., one of the largest tour operators in the world and the number one incoming tour operator in Canada, asked all governments, but particularly Ottawa, to show leadership in developing an international tourism strategy.
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Machinery and equipment price indexes Third quarter 2007
The Machinery and Equipment Price Index (MEPI) stood at 86.8 (1997=100) in the third quarter, down 3.2% from the second quarter. The import component index fell 5.0%, while the domestic index edged down 0.3%. Compared with the third quarter of 2006, the total MEPI was down 3.1%, as the import index decreased 5.0%, while the domestic index rose slightly by 0.1%.
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Aspen Institute ranks Laurier MBA program among Top 100 in the world
NEW YORK — The prestigious Aspen Institute awarded the Laurier School of Business & Economics top honours today in New York City by ranking its MBA program among the Top 100 in the world.
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Business Thought Leaders to Speak at Canadian Business Magazine "Outlook 2008" Conference on Nov. 19, Sponsored by Accenture
- Roger Martin of Rotman School of Management and Jean-Francois
Courville of MFC Global to be keynote speakers -
TORONTO - Canadian Business magazine, in association with Accenture (NYSE: ACN), will present Canadian Business Outlook 2008, an exclusive event for senior executives on Nov. 19, 2007, featuring some of Canada's most innovative business thought leaders.
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Survey Finds Inquiries About Work/Life Balance More Common During Job Interviews
TORONTO - More accountants today are taking time during the job interview to inquire about work/life balance options, and businesses are responding accordingly.
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European Ambassadors to Address the Investment Opportunities of Carbon Emissions at The Canadian Institute Conference
TORONTO - The Canadian Institute opens the doors to its much anticipated 'Seizing the Investment & Compliance Opportunities of Carbon Emissions' conference taking place January 15 - 16, 2008, at the Marriott Bloor Yorkville Hotel in Toronto.
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USW members at CIBC Sudbury vote to call for strike action
SUDBURY - Members of Local 2020 of the United Steelworkers (USW), employees of CIBC, have voted over 90 per cent to allow their bargaining committee to call for strike action if necessary.
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NASDAQ Proposes Amendment to Its Rules to Allow Companies
Full Benefit of This Change
NEW YORK - The Nasdaq Stock Market, Inc. announced it fully supports the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) decision to allow non-U.S. companies to file their financial statements with the SEC using International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
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Access Copyright Sues Staples/Business Depot for Copyright Infringement over illegal photocopying
TORONTO - Access Copyright, an organization representing the copyright of almost 9,000 Canadian writers and publishers is suing Staples/The Business Depot for copyright infringement.
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Toronto's New Food Business Incubator
A Recipe for Success
TORONTO - Entrepreneurs who dream of starting their own food processing businesses are one step closer to making their dreams a reality thanks to a new Toronto Food Business Incubator (TFBI) launched November 15, 2007.
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TOP INTERNATIONAL SPEAKERS SECURED FOR GLOBE 2008
Vancouver B.C. – The GLOBE Foundation is pleased to announce that over 50 speakers have already been secured for the 10th event in the renowned GLOBE series, including some of the world’s most prestigious business, government, and social leaders.
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Canadian Tire and Ontario government host unique product innovation seminar for Ontario manufacturers
Competing in the global marketplace - developing innovative products that
meet the needs of consumers
TORONTO - Canadian Tire Retail and the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development and Trade and Ministry of Small Business and Entrepreneurship are hosting today 50 Ontario manufacturers at a jointly-sponsored Spirit of Innovation seminar in downtown Toronto.
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Thursday November 15, 2007
Kitchener Resale Home Sales to Reach All-time High in 2007
KITCHENER - Kitchener existing home sales will reach a record high of 7,000 in 2007 and remain solid at 6,700 in 2008, according to Erica McLerie, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation's (CMHC) Market Analyst for the Kitchener Census Metropolitan Area (CMA). CMHC released its latest forecast for the Kitchener CMA on November 14, 2007, at the annual CMHC Housing Outlook Conference.
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ARISE Technologies Corporation President and CEO addresses Clean Energy Conference
WATERLOO - ARISE Technologies Corporation CEO and President, Ian MacLellan addressed a sold-out crowd on November 14, 2007 at the Toronto CFA Society's first Clean Energy Conference, held at the Albany Club in Toronto.
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Catholic Board Congratulates New Waterloo Regional Police Chief Matt Torigian
Board Also Congratulates And Thanks Outgoing Chief Larry Gravill
For 37 Years Of Dedicated & Distinguished Service
Kitchener – The Waterloo Catholic District School Board is pleased to congratulate Deputy Chief Matt Torigian of the Waterloo Regional Police Service on his appointment made November 14, 2007, as Waterloo Region’s new Chief of Police.
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O2 and RIM Launch the New BlackBerry Pearl 8120 Smartphone in Germany
O2 Germany to offer enterprise customers the BlackBerry Pearl 8120 smartphone on a Business Systems tariff. The BlackBerry Pearl 8120 combines business-grade communications and multimedia functionality in a small and stylish smartphone
Munich, Germany and Waterloo, ON - O2 Germany and Research In Motion (RIM) introduced the new BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8120 smartphone in Germany.
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Rising energy and food costs to push U.S. inflation rate to four per cent by fall of 2008
U.S. TIPS and Canadian RRBs good investment bet
TORONTO - Rising global energy and food prices are fuelling headline U.S. inflation that could hit four per cent by next fall, according to a new report from CIBC World Markets.
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McGuinty Seeks Fairness For Ontario
Federal Legislation Would Weaken Ontario Representation In House Of
Commons
QUEEN'S PARK - Premier McGuinty released the following statement in response to federal legislation that would weaken Ontario's representation in the House of Commons:
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Corporate Boards Increasingly Driving Enterprise Risk Management
Study by The Conference Board Shows More Work Needs to Be Done; North America Lagging in ERM Implementation
USA - More corporate boards are driving enterprise risk management (ERM), but despite progress, ERM has yet to become embedded in most companies’ day-to-day activities, according to a report released November 14, 2007 by The Conference Board.
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Honda introduces experimental Home Energy Station IV
Appliance-like device designed to help solve problem of hydrogen supply
for fuel cell vehicles
TORRANCE, CA - Honda announced on November 13, 2007, that it has begun using the Home Energy Station IV at its Honda R&D Americas, Inc. facility in Torrance, California.
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Students, Start Your Fuel Efficient Engines
Shell Enlists Student Teams from North and South America to participate in the 2008 Shell Eco-marathon(TM) Americas
HOUSTON - Can your vehicle get more than 1,900 miles per gallon? Because the winner of the 2007 Shell Eco-marathon(TM) Americas can. Whether your vehicle runs on gasoline, liquid petroleum gas, biofuels, compressed natural gas or hydrogen, Shell invites you to enter the 2008 Shell Eco-marathon Americas and set a new mileage record.
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Forum helps people with dementia take back control and find hope
WATERLOO - People living with early stage dementia and their partners in care will share their unique perspectives this Saturday, learning to become stronger advocates and more in control of their disease.
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Newspapers "Lose Battle but Win War" in Landmark Defamation Case
Intervention by CNA, Globe and Mail, and Canadian Media Lawyers
Association Helps Set New Benchmark
TORONTO - The Canadian Newspaper Association (CNA) hails yesterday's ruling by a panel of Ontario judges that a "public interest responsible journalism defence" should be accepted in law, a move that will permit much greater scope for news reporting that carries a risk of litigation for defamation.
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Community Safety & Crime Prevention Council Extends Congratulations to Newly Appointed Police Chief
Waterloo Region – The Community Safety & Crime Prevention Council of Waterloo Region (CS&CPC) is pleased to extend its sincere best wishes and congratulations to Deputy Chief Matt Torigian of the Waterloo Regional Police Service on his appointment to the position of Chief of Police on November 14, 2007.
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Nevada Ranks 2nd in National Study for Entrepreneurship State Policy Climates
Carson City, NV-- Nevada ranked second in the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council's 12th annual ranking of states according to their public policy climates for small business and entrepreneurship in the "Small Business Survival Index 2007."
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Expert says - Bring more happiness into your life and your business will dramatically improve
Life coach and author Erica Nelson says that the two go hand in hand. Success comes only when you are happy.
San Jose CA-Think of when you’ve been most successful. Think about how you feel and what life is like when you are at your happiest.
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Construction begins on Canada's greenest housing development
34-unit development by Rodeo Fine Homes is one of only a few developments in North America to be built entirely to Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) platinum specifications, which is now a world-wide sustainable building rating system.
NEWMARKET - A ceremony was held November 14, 2007, in Newmarket, Ontario that marked the start of construction on Canada's greenest low-rise development.
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New Study FromYahoo! HotJobs Provides Insight Into Millennials' Career Concerns and Priorities
TORONTO - Baby boomers and Generation Y (broadly defined as those born between 1979 and 1999) may have less of a generation gap than one might assume.
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CAJ notes risks in CanWest plan
OTTAWA - The Canadian Association of Journalists today cautioned that a nationwide round of buyouts and possible layoffs at CanWest newspapers could reduce the breadth of local news coverage.
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Manufacturing sales declined 0.9% in September 2007, continuing a weakening trend observed over the past six months.
Manufacturing sales declined 0.9% in September 2007, continuing a weakening trend observed over the past six months. Sales of manufactured goods decreased to $50.4 billion from the $50.8 billion reported in August, and reached the lowest level posted since October 2006. Additionally, third quarter sales were 1.8% lower than those in the second quarter of 2007.
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Laurier opens International Centre for Students
WATERLOO — The Laurier International Centre for Students officially opened Tuesday as part of Laurier’s International Education Week celebrations.
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Ontario Government Continues Working With Manufacturing Industry To Build Linkages With Alberta's Energy Sector
Registration Now Open For 2008 National Buyer/Seller Forum In Edmonton
TORONTO - The Ontario government is entering the next phase of its oil sands initiative to strengthen east-west partnerships between Ontario's manufacturing industry and Alberta's energy sector, said Ontario Minister of Economic Development and Trade Sandra Pupatello November 14, 2007.
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UN Conference Tackles Digital Divide.
"Now that more than 1 billion people use the Internet, international policymakers and computing experts are struggling with how to link the world's other 5 billion to the increasingly crucial network.
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Investing In The Jobs Of The Future $165-Million Fund To Attract Investment In High-Growth Companies
TORONTO - A new $165-million Ontario Venture Capital Fund will help create the jobs of the future by boosting cutting-edge companies here in the province, says Premier Dalton McGuinty.
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NCR and NRT Announce Global Agreement to Serve the Gaming Industry
Units Running up to 1,000 Transactions a Day at Detroit's Greek Town
Casino Benefit from NCR's Service and Uptime Capability
DAYTON, OHIO - NCR Corporation announced November 13, 2007, it has signed a global reseller agreement with NRT Technology Corporation, a leading provider of hardware and applications for the gaming industry, headquartered in Toronto.
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Toyota unveils all-new 2008 Sequoia at 2007 Los Angeles Auto Show
LOS ANGELES - Toyota unveiled the second-generation Sequoia full-size sport utility vehicle at a press conference today at the 2007 Los Angeles Auto Show. Sequoia is completely new for 2008, with a new body, a new interior, a new chassis, an available new 5.7L V8 engine/six-speed transmission combination and an increased focus on efficiency, performance and driver/passenger comfort.
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Globalstar, Inc. Announces Results for Third Quarter of 2007
Quarterly Highlights Include Continued Subscriber Growth, Signing of
Second-generation Constellation Launch Contract, Introduction of New
Simplex Data Modem and Purchase of Additional Ground Station
Appliques to Expand Simplex Data Network
Post-quarter Activities Include Receipt of FCC Notice (NPRM) for
ATC Authority, an Agreement With Open Range
Communications, Initial Shipping of SPOT Satellite Messenger,
Launch of Four Spare Satellites, and Expansion Into West Africa
MILPITAS, Calif. - Globalstar, Inc., a provider of mobile satellite voice and data services to businesses, government and individuals, today announced its financial and operational results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2007.
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Developers and Builders Alliance Community Advancement Awards 2007 held in Palm Beach Florida
MIAMI, FL. - This year's much anticipated Developers and Builders Alliance Community Advancement Awards 2007, held at the beautiful Mar-A-Lago Club in Palm Beach Florida, was a resounding success!
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Global-outsourcing challenges spawn new master's program in supply chain management
WATERLOO — In response to the increased global demand for outsourcing, Laurier’s School of Business and Economics will introduce the first Canadian Master of Science program that focuses exclusively on Supply Chain Management (SCM) in September 2008.
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Partnership Targets Energy Poverty in Africa
World Economic Forum and World Energy Council join forces to promote sustainable energy supply and use in Africa
Geneva, Switzerland – The World Economic Forum and the World Energy Council signed an agreement today to cooperate on reducing energy poverty in Africa.
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Inniskillin Wines and StormFisher to Turn Grape Pomace to Fuel
NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 14, 2007) - Inniskillin Wines and StormFisher Biogas are pleased to announce a partnership to create renewable electricity from the winery's grape by-products.
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West Marine - Canada Lowers All Prices Due to Stronger Canadian Dollar
West Marine One of First Retailers to Adjust Prices in All Canadian
Stores
WATSONVILLE, CA - West Marine, Inc., retailer of boating supplies and accessories, is one of the first major retailers to change all pricing in their Canadian stores to adjust for a stronger Canadian dollar.
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Socially responsible investing on the rise in Canada
INSTITUTIONAL INVESTORS USE MARKET FORCES TO EMPOWER CANADIAN YOUTH: More
Than $1.2 Million Raised To Date
National Bank Financial's Little Giants Day on November 20th aims to
raise more than $650,000
TORONTO - In honour of Canada's National Child Day, National Bank Financial wants to demonstrate how the Canadian investment community uses market forces to achieve socially responsible objectives in Canada.
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Wednesday November 14, 2007
ATS Reports Second Quarter Results - has acted on it's main priorities says interm Chief Executive
CAMBRIDGE - ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc.reported its financial results for the three and six months ended September 30, 2007 as well as several important new developments at its Photowatt Technologies ("Photowatt") solar business and positive indicators of future performance within its core business, Automation Systems Group ("ASG").
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Canada's Current economic conditions up to October 2007
Statscan - Output and employment continued to expand steadily, unfazed by the late-summer turmoil in credit markets and the rapid ascent of the Canadian dollar.
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In The Mind's Eye 2007 presents "Understanding Crystal Meth" (2 sessions)
Waterloo Region - What is crystal meth ? What is the effect on persons who use it? Is it here in Waterloo Region?
How do service providers and community members respond to a drug that can create serious health and safety issues?
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BANK OF NEW YORK SENDS LAWYER TO MOSCOW COURT WITHOUT PROPER POWER OF ATTORNEY
The judge rules to hear plaintiff’s motions despite BONY’s legal
maneuverings
MOSCOW - The Moscow Arbitration Court officially began proceedings and heard plaintiff’s opening motions regarding the Russian Federation’s $22.5 billion claim against the Bank of New York despite the notable absence of BoNY’s legal representation.
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Use of 50l(c)(4)s for secret campaign spending underscores need for corporate political disclosure, CPA warns
Washington, D.C. - The emergence of 501(c)(4) groups as major conduits for secret political money in the 2008 elections reinforces the need for public companies to disclose and require board oversight of their political spending, the Center for Political Accountability (CPA) said November 13, 2007.
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UK opens first large scale 30MW biomass power station
UK, Teesside - - Sembcorp Industries has officially opened the UK's first large scale biomass power plant. The 30MW station is the first to produce renewable energy using naturally sustainable biomass without any input of fossil fuels.
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Union of concerned scientists warns for pollution from liquid coal fuels; new biofuels way forward
World - Heightened concern about oil dependence is generating growing support for alternative transportation fuels, but some fuels, like liquid coal and gasoline from tar sands would emit significantly more global warming pollution than gasoline or diesel, according to a new report issued today by the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS).
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Survey indicates overwhelming support for a single national securities regulator
TORONTO - An overwhelming majority of members of the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) want a single national securities regulator and uniform securities laws across Canada.
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Leading indicators October 2007
Statscan - The composite index rose 0.1% in October after a downward-revised gain of 0.3% in September. Of the 10 components, 6 increased, while 4 declined, the highest number of components to decline since October 2006. The weakness was concentrated in housing starts and new orders, which returned to more normal levels after exceptional gains in September. Growth was sustained by consumer spending and the financial sector.
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Biofuels tap home of Oktoberfest
By Tom Hundley
BERLIN - Beer and oil may not mix, but in Germany there's a direct link between hefty increases in the cost of a barrel of each. Just as the price of oil approaches the milestone $100-per-barrel mark, the beer industry in Germany is bracing for a 10 percent to 15 percent price increase early next year and as much as 40 percent over the next five years.
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New motor vehicle sales September 2007
Sales of new motor vehicles declined in September, almost completely offsetting the gains made in August. Seasonally adjusted data from the New Motor Vehicle Sales Survey show that 140,263 new vehicles were sold in September. This represents a decrease of 2.1% from August.
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Festival of Trees Comes to City Hall Rotunda for Final Year
KITCHENER - The 18th annual Festival of Trees begins at City Hall from Nov. 16 to 22 and this marks the last year for the event.
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HEALTH CARE AT WORK: ACTIVE MEASURES CAN REDUCE INSURANCE CLAIMS BY 83 PER CENT AND INCREASE WORKPLACE MORALE
- MMTR Health Management Services takes on-site health care direct to the employee -
GUELPH – Today’s companies are facing issues in absenteeism, reduced productivity, and more Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) claims. In Ontario alone there were more than 260,000 WSIB claims in 2006, a challenge being taken on by a leading pain treatment and prevention clinic.
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QuickSelect Applicant Screening Used by CBC’s Dragon’s Den
Waterloo - When Waterloo based design agency Eyelight developed QuickSelect to solve their own hiring problem they never imagined it would be used to screen contestants for a reality based TV show.
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UN Chief Praises Brazil on Climate Change Policies
Brazil - “UN chief Ban Ki-moon praised Brazil's commitment to fighting climate change and poverty Monday in a meeting with President President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva he qualified as ‘very good’.
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Quark Announces Q3 Performance Driven By New Product Innovation
Two Major Product Releases Increase Quark's Presence in the Enterprise
Market;
Updates to QuarkXPress, Preview of QuarkConnects Further Enhance Desktop
Market Position
DENVER - Quark Inc. announced continued momentum across its business in the third quarter of 2007, driven by new product launches in the Desktop and Enterprise markets, new clients and partnerships, and other key benchmarks.
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Tuesday November 13, 2007
Manulife named Life Insurance Company of the Year
Manulife's "professionalism, customer service and innovation" honored at
the Asia Insurance Review Awards 2007
HONG KONG - Manulife has been named Life Insurance Company of the Year at the Asia Insurance Review Awards 2007. In naming Manulife as winners at the award ceremony on November 5, the judges cited the Company's "continued commitment to professionalism, excellent customer service and innovation with first-to-market products."
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Study: Multinationals in Canada
Foreign-controlled businesses operating in Canada make large investments in knowledge creation via investments in innovation, advanced technology and skilled labour, according to a new report assessing the activities of foreign multinationals.
These investments often translate into superior market outcomes, as foreign-controlled businesses often enjoy relatively high rates of productivity compared with many of their domestic competitors.
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Descartes' Global Logistics Network Automates Load Tendering for Chambers Transportation
WATERLOO- Descartes Systems Group announced that Charlotte, North Carolina-based Chambers Transportation Services Inc. has selected Descartes' Global Logistics Network (GLN) to manage its day-to-day load tendering and related status reporting for loads it moves for one of its largest customers.
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UN Scientists To Hammer Out Final Climate Change Report
“The UN's top climate scientists gathered in the Spanish port city of Valencia Monday to boil down their landmark report on global warming into a summary version for policymakers.
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ARISE Technologies Corporation Reports Third Quarter Fiscal 2007 Results
WATERLOO - ARISE Technologies Corporation reported third quarter results for the three months ended September 30, 2007 (all figures in Canadian dollars and Canadian GAAP).
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What is The Next Big Question?
Three of the world’s leading thinkers ask three of the world’s biggest questions.
Toronto - To celebrate 25 years of achievement in advanced research, the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research (CIFAR) invites the people of Toronto to join a national conversation on The Next Big Question.
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Animal waste in Duke's future
By Christopher D. Kirkpatrick
It might not be as sexy as harnessing the wind, sun and water. But electricity produced from animal waste and plant matter could become a major part of the state's renewable energy future.
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Com Dev gives Soccer a Boost in Cambridge
Cambridge - Soccer in the City of Cambridge will be enhanced with the first indoor facility going forward tonight at City Council. The project will be funded in partnership by the City of Cambridge with contributions from the Cambridge Youth Soccer Inc. (CYS) and COM DEV International, a locally based world-leader in providing high tech space sub-systems.
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TECKNOLASER and LaserNetworksR leaders in printer supplies and service, join forces
~ LaserNetworksR acquires Quebec's TECKNOLASER and takes Reflexion toner
national
OAKVILLE - LaserNetworksR, Canada's leading print solutions company is acquiring TECKNOLASER, Quebec's leading image consultant and winner of the Government of Quebec's 2005 Environmental Phoenix Award.
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Faculty and students launch UOIT’s innovative and research-intensive graduate studies programs
University shares future growth plans; additional program details
OSHAWA, Ont. – Faculty, administration and students at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) officially launched the university’s innovative and research-intensive Graduate Studies programs at an event and trade show on campus November 12, 2007
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Rally & Town Hall to Celebrate & Save the Archives
TORONTO - A noon-hour rally to support saving the 108-year-old United Church of Canada/Victoria University Archives will begin at the south-east corner of Charles Street West and Queen's Park tomorrow, Tuesday Nov. 13.
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MasterCard(R) PayPass(TM) Technology Taking Canada by Storm
TORONTO and PARIS - BMO Bank of Montreal (BMO) has partnered with Giesecke & Devrient (G&D) to provide Canadians with a faster, more convenient and secure way to pay with MasterCard(R) PayPass(TM) contactless payment feature. The future is now, with millions of cards being used worldwide.
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Occupational Stress a Major Problem for Canadian Academic Staff
OTTAWA - One in five professors in Canada are reporting health problems as a result of on-the-job stress, according to the first-ever national survey on occupational stress released by the Canadian Association of University Teachers.
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Cyberplex Revenue Increases 280 Percent
TORONTO - Cyberplex Inc. announced its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2007.
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Creative Work More Demanding, Say Most Advertising and Marketing Execs
TORONTO - Achieving a successful creative career is more complicated than in years past, a new survey suggests. Eighty-five per cent of advertising and marketing executives polled said their profession is more demanding now than it was 10 years ago.
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Open Text's Genio Offering to Strengthen Content and Data Integration
Company Ramps Up Strategy as Customer Demand for Content and Data
Integration Solutions Grows
Solutions Bridge Structured and Unstructured Information from Key
Enterprise Systems
CHICAGO, IL - Open Text(TM) said that its Genio product line will play a significant role in a broader content and data integration strategy and suite of solutions.
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COM DEV and GateHouse Announce Alliance to Bring Space-Based AIS Data Services to Global Maritime Community
CAMBRIDGE, ON, NR. SUNDBY, Denmark, - COM DEV International Ltd. and GateHouse A/S of Aalborg, Denmark, announced November 12, 2007, the signing of a strategic alliance agreement to combine their respective skills and capabilities to enable COM DEV's space-based AIS (Automatic Identification System) data to be collected, stored, managed and displayed thus providing a global turnkey AIS solution for a range of user groups.
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UMass biology professor awarded the Packard fellowship award
By Cara Hutchison
A University of Massachusetts biology professor, Magdalena Bezanilla, was awarded the Packard Fellowship Award for her research in alternative fuel options.
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Speedy seeks Protection from Creditors
TORONTO - On November 8, 2007, SMK Speedy International Inc. obtained protection under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act.
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Pro-Financial Asset Management Capitalizes on the Growth Opportunities of the Emerging Markets
Investors can now access these same growth opportunities with the
PRO FTSE RAFI Emerging Markets Fund
TORONTO - In response to the success of Pro-Financial Asset Management's Pro-Index Funds and the ongoing strength and growth of the economies of emerging markets like China, India, and Brazil, Pro-Financial Asset Management is pleased to announce the launch of the fifth Pro-Index Fund: the PRO FTSE RAFI Emerging Markets Fund.
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The PORTAL Alliance to Create Industry-Standard Facility for
144A Equity Securities
NEW YORK - A group of leading securities firms and The Nasdaq Stock Market announced November 12, 2007 their intention to form The PORTAL Alliance, an industry standard facility designed to serve the market for 144A equity securities.
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World Energy Congress Opens In Rome Amid Soaring Oil Prices
“International energy experts, industry representatives and government officials gathered in Rome Sunday as soaring oil prices added urgency to discussions about rising energy demand and supply problems.
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U.N. is urged to disavow 'Rogue' biofuels remarks
By Lauren Etter
A coalition of world ethanol-industry leaders called on the United Nations yesterday to disavow "rogue" and "apocalyptic" statements made recently by one of its representatives.
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Towers Perrin Survey Shows Improved Preparedness for Principles-Based Regulation and Increased Use of Market-Consistent Reporting
CFOs Foresee Dramatic Change in Competitive Landscape
STAMFORD, CONN. - CFOs report far greater understanding of principles-based regulation than they did in 2006 and are making notable progress in preparing for the new regulation, according to the latest survey of Life Insurance CFOs by the Tillinghast insurance consulting practice of Towers Perrin.
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Canadian Family Enterprises Urged to Embrace Innovation and Diversification
Canada's primary business ownership model is fundamentally sound, but
needs to embrace new technologies, innovation and client diversification,
according to comprehensive Grant Thornton LLP report.
THUNDER BAY, ON - At a time when foreign ownership of the nation's businesses is a growing issue, many Canadians would be surprised to learn that the vast majority of businesses in the country remain privately-owned family enterprises.
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Monday November 12, 2007
Ontario economic leaders say infrastructure deficit can't wait: survey
NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE - Collective action and stewardship of the province's resources, are vital if we're to address some of the key issues facing the Ontario economy and secure a prosperous future. That, according to leaders in business, labour, academia and government.
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Moving Business Forward Conference to Feature Senior Vice President for Home Depot Canada Inc. Harry Taylor
Guelph – Harry Taylor will be one of the speakers at the Moving Business Forward event at Guelph’s River Run Centre on November 13, 2007. He will be speaking about his role as the overseer of all aspects of operations as Vice President for Home Depot Canada Inc.
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Guelph gets energized as CEP implementation gets underway
Guelph - Update report indicates strong community involvement in working towards a sustainable energy future
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Canadian international merchandise trade - September 2007
Canada's trade balance with the world contracted to its lowest level since December 1998, as exports declined and imports increased.
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Competition Bureau Canada: SEC Carbon Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy
OTTAWA - The Competition Bureau announced today that SEC Carbon, Ltd. of Japan has pleaded guilty to participating in a conspiracy in the graphite electrodes market. The company has been fined $250,000 by the Federal Court of Canada.
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Report: US Slips In Gender Equality Survey; Nordics On Top And Muslim Countries At Bottom.
"The US slipped in this year's scorecard measuring equality between women and men while Nordic countries remained at the top of the list and Muslim countries at the bottom.
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Wilfrid Laurier goes a step further and helps students start a business
TERRENCE BELFORD
Meghan Kirwin walked away with more than just an MBA degree when she graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University three years ago. She also had a thriving small business.
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Free Child Health Fair on November 21st
Waterloo Region - Families with children from birth to six years old are invited to have their children’s development checked at a free Child Health Fair on Wednesday November 21st from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Calvary Pentecostal Assembly at 127 Hespeler Road in Cambridge.
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Big on biodiesel
By Eric Fetters
ARLINGTON - Dirty, used cooking oil from some of the region's best restaurants, biggest companies and most famous tourist attractions ends up at a nondescript metal building just off I-5 north of Arlington.
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White Paper Shows How to Build a Pension that Grows While it Pays off the Mortgage
TORONTO - To help Canadian investors recover thousands of dollars on bank interest and taxes, New World Financial is offering a free white paper. "Infinite Banking In Canada - How to Build a Pension that Grows While it Pays Off Your Mortgage"
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Government of Canada Invests in Canada's Largest Wind Energy Project
SAULT STE. MARIE - The Honourable Tony Clement, Minister of Health and Minister for the Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario, was at the Prince Wind Energy Farm on November 8, to announce more than $53 million in funding, over ten years, for the largest wind energy project in Canada.
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The Largest Job Fair in the Ottawa Area - Ottawa Citizen Job Fair - More Than 500 Positions Available!
Ottawa Congress Centre - Tuesday, November 13, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
OTTAWA - It is indeed a pleasure to present the 3rd edition of the Ottawa Citizen Job Fair. "This will be our largest fair ever," says Eric Boutié, President of National Career Event. This year's fair will be attended by some 35 companies with over 500 positions to be filled.
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Will $500 billion close India’s infrastructure deficit?
Infrastructure in India is on the move. The Golden Quadrilateral linking Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai with four-lane highways for the first time is now almost completed.
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Michelin Unveils first-ever Restaurant and Hotel Selections for Los Angeles and Las Vegas
LOS ANGELES, CA - Michelin released the first-ever editions of the Michelin Guide for Los Angeles and Las Vegas.
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Intelligent Asset Tracking - Dutch Hospital uses Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) to track Infusion Pumps
Hilversum, Netherlands - Tergooi hospital, a 330 000 sq-ft medical center in northern Holland, has adopted a Wi-Fi based tracking infrastructure that is assisting them in locating infusion pumps.
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We Do Not Want To Turn Away From Globalization.
In an interview with German weekly Die Zeit, World Bank President Robert Zoellick answers Josef Joffe's questions:
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Leading Canadian scholar gives talk on social innovation and the university
WATERLOO - Frances Westley, a leading Canadian scholar who is making key contributions to national and international social innovation, will explain in a public lecture next week how universities in general, and her new field in particular, can help make society a better place to live. She will also accept a donation from two local organizations.
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