CNW News Releases

Feb 05, 2025 09:00 ET
TARIFF REPRIEVE IS WELCOME BUT ACTION NEEDED QUICKLY: MPs DO YOUR JOB!
TORONTO, Feb. 5, 2025 /CNW/ - The Coalition of Concerned Manufacturers and Businesses of Canada (CCMBC) is pleased to hear of the 30-day delay before the Trump Administration imposes tariffs on Canada. CCMBC President Catherine Swift said "This 30-day reprieve must be used as a period of significant activity to strengthen border security, reform Canada's chaotic immigration system and crack down on the illegal drug trade, among other things, not as an excuse to relax. CCMBC members were never supportive of a self-destructive trade war motivated purely by partisan political interests, notably...
Feb 05, 2025 09:00 ET
The Government of Canada announces an appointment to the Board of Directors of The Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated
MONTRÉAL, Feb. 5, 2025 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, announced the appointment of Éric Michaud to the Board of Directors of The Jacques Cartier and Champlain Bridges Incorporated (JCCBI), the Crown corporation responsible for the operation of five federal transportation corridors in the Montreal area, and the Québec Bridge....
Feb 05, 2025 08:59 ET
RBC and Pattison Food Group Launch More Rewards RBC Visa Credit Cards
The no annual fee More Rewards RBC Visa and More Rewards RBC Visa Infinite cards will accelerate grocery value and offer exclusive everyday savings to customers in Western Canada...
Feb 05, 2025 08:35 ET
Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Grande Cache Institution
GRANDE CACHE, AB, Feb. 5, 2025 /CNW/ - On January 31, 2025, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband and unauthorized items was seized at Grande Cache Institution, a medium-security federal institution....
Feb 05, 2025 08:31 ET
Prime Minister announces Canada-U.S. Economic Summit
OTTAWA, ON, Feb. 5, 2025 /CNW/ - While the tariffs proposed by the United States have been paused for 30 days, this is an important opportunity to build a long-term prosperity agenda for Canada. One that is resilient, that breaks down barriers between provinces and territories, and that is diversified in global trade....
Feb 05, 2025 08:30 ET
IRCODE INTRODUCES LIVE+: A NEW STANDARD FOR REAL-TIME INTERACTION AND LIVE COMMERCE
HOUSTON, Feb. 5, 2025 /CNW/ -- IRCODE, a game-changing technology redefining the boundaries of live sports and interactive media, has announced the launch of LIVE+, a new capability designed to integrate real-time interactivity into live broadcasts, advertising, and commerce. LIVE+ transforms traditional passive viewing into an interactive experience, allowing consumers to engage with live content as it happens.This breakthrough capability turns every screen into a portal for instant shopping, personalized engagement, and real-time interaction, ushering in a new era of seamless consumer expe...
Feb 05, 2025 08:30 ET
Media Advisory - FCM's Big City Mayors' Caucus to outline response to keep the nation strong amid threat of Canada-U.S. Trade War
OTTAWA, ON, Feb. 5, 2025 /CNW/ - The mayors of Canada's biggest cities are meeting this week in the nation's capital to discuss key shared priorities amid an upcoming federal election, and the impacts of a Canada-U.S. tariff war. The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Big City Mayors' Caucus (BCMC) will highlight key concerns facing municipalities while discussing local solutions....
Feb 05, 2025 08:28 ET
The Government of Canada invests in port infrastructure for Atlantic Canada
HALIFAX, NS, Feb. 5, 2025 /CNW/ - The impacts of climate change are increasingly visible across Canada. The Government of Canada is working to make Canada's transportation system greener, to build more resilient supply chains, build a sustainable future, support jobs, and drive economic growth....
Feb 05, 2025 08:27 ET
Creating Kindness: Giant Tiger and Kids Help Phone Unveil Third-Year Shirt Collaboration to Support Youth Mental Health
– Since 2023, the campaign has raised more than $257,000 for Kids Help Phone. –...
Feb 05, 2025 08:16 ET
Kahua Unveils Industry-First Asset-Centric Project Management Platform, Transforming Construction Handover Processes
ALPHARETTA, Ga., Feb. 5, 2025 /CNW/ -- Kahua, a pioneer in collaborative construction project management solutions, has introduced Asset Centric Project Management (ACPM), a groundbreaking innovation that redefines how construction projects are managed. By prioritizing assets from project inception through completion, ACPM ensures a seamless, data-driven handover process that maximizes efficiency and long-term value....
Feb 05, 2025 08:05 ET
Boehringer Canada Announces Availability of SPEVIGO® for expanded indication in Canada
Generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) is a rare, chronic, heterogenous neutrophilic inflammatory disease associated with skin and systemic symptoms, such as fever, pain, and fatigue.1,2,3,4SPEVIGO's expanded indication adds a subcutaneous formulation for continuous GPP management, for GPP flare prevention in adults and pediatrics aged 12 years and older, weighing at least 40kg.5This provides full disease control: intravenous SPEVIGO treats GPP flares, while subcutaneous SPEVIGO prevents them.5BURLINGTON, ON, Feb. 5, 2025 /CNW/ - Boehringer Ingelheim Canada announces that intravenous and subcu...
Feb 05, 2025 08:01 ET
CRAYOLA BRINGS BACK RETIRED CRAYON COLOURS FOR THE FIRST TIME IN COMPANY'S HISTORY
Dandelion, and seven beloved retired crayon colours, return in Limited Edition packs hitting shelves this spring...
Feb 05, 2025 08:00 ET
/R E P E A T -- Media Advisory - The Government of Canada proudly celebrates Black History Month 2025/
Minister Khera will host a reception in honour of Black History Month 2025...
Feb 05, 2025 08:00 ET
CPKC reaches tentative collective agreement with United Steelworkers
CALGARY, AB, Feb. 5, 2025 /CNW/ - Canadian Pacific Kansas City (TSX: CP) (NYSE: CP) (CPKC) today said it has reached a tentative four-year collective agreement with United Steelworkers (USW) representing clerical and intermodal employees in Canada....
Feb 05, 2025 08:00 ET
Independent Advisor Solutions Adds to Exclusive Canadian Retail Partnership with Apollo; Continues Mission to Power Advisor Portfolios
WINNIPEG, MB, TORONTO and MONTRÉAL, Feb. 5, 2025 /CNW/ - Independent Advisor Solutions Inc. (Independent Advisor Solutions)—a wholly owned subsidiary of Wellington-Altus Financial Inc. (Wellington-Altus)—has announced the next phase in its exclusive retail partnership with Apollo (NYSE: APO), a leading provider of alternative assets and retirement solutions....
Feb 05, 2025 08:00 ET
Mastercard supports Canadian small businesses with new funding: Meet the recipients of the Mastercard x Pier Five Small Business Fund
Recipients receive a $10,000 CAD grant and access to a diverse community of peers and experts to fuel their future growth...
Feb 05, 2025 08:00 ET
OpenText named one of Canada's Best Employers 2025 for the fifth consecutive year by Forbes
WATERLOO, ON, Feb. 5, 2025 /CNW/ -- OpenText™ (NASDAQ: OTEX), (TSX: OTEX) today announced it has been named one of Canada's Best Employers 2025 by Forbes. The list, which is generated by Forbes in partnership with Statista, celebrates top organizations across Canada for their work flexibility, focus on professional development, growth opportunities, and more. This is the fifth consecutive year that OpenText has been named to the list by Forbes....
Feb 05, 2025 08:00 ET
SECTRA KEEPS #1 POSITION IN CUSTOMER SATISFACTION--EARNS 8 BEST IN KLAS AWARDS WITHIN RADIOLOGY AND DIGITAL PATHOLOGY
SHELTON, Conn., Feb. 5, 2025 /CNW/ -- International medical imaging IT and cybersecurity company Sectra (STO: SECT-B) has won eight Best in KLAS awards for its enterprise imaging modules for radiology (Sectra PACS) and digital pathology. This marks 12 consecutive years that Sectra PACS has been ranked number one in customer satisfaction in the US, six years in Canada, and both years in the categories introduced in 2024—Northern Europe and Southern Europe. Additionally, Sectra posted first-time wins in Global PACS (Middle East/Africa) and Global PACS (DACH). The awards are given by the health...
Feb 05, 2025 08:00 ET
TUMI UNVEILS MULTI-YEAR PARTNERSHIP WITH MASTER & DYNAMIC
Introducing 19 Degree-inspired earphones, blending iconic TUMI design with premium sound technology...
Feb 05, 2025 07:59 ET
Where tradition meets the future of work: 'Southwestern Ontario's Top Employers' for 2025 are announced
TORONTO, Feb. 5, 2025 /CNW/ - The economy of Southwestern Ontario, a long-settled region known for its rich history and roots in agriculture and the automotive industry, is changing alongside the shifting landscape of work. Employers in the area are moving forward with new initiatives to attract and retain the best and brightest employees to ensure that they can stay at the forefront of these changes. The best of these initiatives were recognized today as Southwestern Ontario's Top Employers (2025) were announced by Mediacorp Canada Inc., organizers of the annual Canada's Top 100 Employers p...