At TED2009, Al Gore presents updated slides from around the globe to make the case that worrying climate trends are even worse than scientists predicted, and to make clear his stance on "clean coal."
Waterloo Region - The Region of Waterloo is currently in the process of reviewing its development charge by-law under the terms of the Development Charges Act.
Exposure to mercury can damage immune system, vital organs
LOS ANGELES - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has honored El Segundo, Calif.-based Raytheon Space and Airborne Systems for reducing mercury through the elimination of mercury-containing equipment and future purchasing of mercury-free products.
KITCHENER - The accomplishments of local youth took centre stage at the 12th annual Kitchener Youth Action Council (KYAC) Awards ceremony last night at Kitchener City Hall.
MONTREAL - Air Canada today reported an operating loss of $188 million for the first quarter of 2009 compared to an operating loss (before a provision for cargo investigations and proceedings) of $12 million in the first quarter of 2008. A net loss of $400 million in the first quarter of 2009 included losses on foreign exchange of $101 million.
MARKHAM - The Ontario government must protect apprenticeship training during the recession and commit to doubling the number of people who successfully complete apprenticeship programs by 2020, says a new report from business, education and labour leaders.
TOKYO (Reuters) - Toyota Motor Corp, the world's biggest automaker, forecast a much deeper-than-expected annual loss of $8.6 billion as sales tumble, keeping dozens of its factories underused.
TORONTO - Equifax Canada today released the latest data from an economic report developed by its Consulting Solutions team revealing that "surprise" consumer insolvencies have increased by over 5% in February 2009 compared to February 2008.
Guelph - Agricultural wastes are the main source of E. coli bacteria that contaminate a part of Lake Huron prized for recreation, says a new study by University of Guelph researchers.
TORONTO - Jim Balsillie issued a statement today regarding bankruptcy court proceedings which began in Phoenix, AZ. "With regard to the process that began today in Phoenix, I respect the court process, the Phoenix Coyotes' role and the Arizona court's ability to make a determination on the National Hockey League's intervention," Mr. Balsillie said.
World News - "The sharp drop in world trade appears to be bottoming out, with few signs of a reversion to the widespread protectionism policies that crippled the global economy during the Great Depression, a World Bank official said Wednesday.
TORONTO - School board leadership plays an important role in student learning. It needs ongoing development to improve the ability of board leaders to act together within in their district to implement core priorities and provide the supporting conditions required for student success.
TORONTO - CAW President Ken Lewenza and CUPW President Denis Lemelin will issue a joint statement today, Friday May 8 at a press conference in Windsor, Ontario calling on Canada Post Corporation to ensure all new vehicles expected to be purchased by the national postal service are made in Canada.
VANCOUVER - Documenting a year that saw Canada's tourism brand win international kudos, Minister of Industry, the Honourable Tony Clement yesterday tabled the 2008 Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) Annual Report in Parliament.
PRINCE ALBERT, SK - United Steelworkers Local 1-184 president Paul Hallen says the union is very pleased to be informed that two Weyerhaeuser forest industry operations in the province are being purchased.
Toronto — In the current economic crisis, Canada has been acknowledged for its relative strength on fiscal performance and on financial regulation. Canadian governments also continue to make strides in reducing the burden of taxation on business investment and job creation.
London - The University of Western Ontario’s Faculty of Education and the London Public Library announce that nominations are now being accepted for the 2009 Teachers Wall of Fame.
TORONTO - Omega ATS announced its new, flat fee model. Effective July 1, 2009, the active side (liquidity remover) trading any TSX- or TSX Venture- listed symbols on Omega will be charged a flat fee of $0.07 per trade.
WATERLOO – Bharati Sethi, a PhD student in Wilfrid Laurier University’s Faculty of Social Work, has received a prestigious Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship from the Government of Canada. The doctoral award is valued at $50,000 per year for up to three years.
OTTAWA — Next Monday, May 11, 2009, the City of Ottawa will officially proclaim the national capital Canada’s knowledge destination during the Month of May 2009 because two of the most important scientific conference will take place in Ottawa this month.
TORONTO – Lombardy President Roberto Formigoni will be in Toronto from Saturday May 9 to Wednesday May 13 to meet with senior politicians and business leaders and to be the keynote speaker at the 7th annual Italian Chamber of Commerce of Toronto Business Excellence Awards (BEA) which takes place on Wednesday May 13 at the Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex.
TORONTO - SunOpta Inc., a global company focused on natural, organic and specialty foods and natural health products, announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2009.
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