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Windsor Private Capital Announces Funding of Northumberland Broadband Project to Connect 11,000 Homes

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TORONTO, May 22, 2025 /CNW/ – Windsor Private Capital (WPC) is pleased to announce its participation in the Northumberland Broadband Project (the Project), an initiative set to deliver high-speed internet access to 11,000 underserved homes across rural Northumberland County. This project is a public-private partnership between the WPC Infrastructure Fund, the Government of Canada, the Government of Ontario, and Northumberland County.

The Northumberland Broadband Project is supported by significant contributions from all levels of government, along with the private investment through the WPC Infrastructure Fund and financing provided by the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB). This included $18.4 million in funding through the Government of Canada’s Universal Broadband Fund (UBF) and almost $45.8 from the Government of Ontario, bringing the total government contribution to $64 million in funding.

Initial construction of the network began earlier this spring. Upon completion, it will consist of approximately 1,142 km of fiber infrastructure, utilizing advanced deployment techniques to minimize environmental impact while ensuring long-term service reliability. In keeping with the local focus, the Project is being constructed by Axle Telecom, a Canadian-owned Internet Service Provider (ISP) backed by WPC’s extensive experience in rural connectivity. The development of this network is generating local employment opportunities for tradespeople and service providers, including members of LiUNA Local 183, who will be instrumental in bringing this much-anticipated infrastructure to fruition.

With direct oversight from the operational team of Windsor’s portfolio companies (EH!tel Networks, GBTel, Bruce Telecom, and Axle Telecom), the Project’s roll-out will benefit from industry-leading expertise and best practices in network operations and maintenance. With phased network activations, eligible residents and businesses will be able to connect as sections become operational beginning later in 2025.

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“We are delighted at the addition of the Northumberland network to the fund. As we continue to expand our investment in local telecommunications in Ontario, we are uniquely positioned to help bridge the digital divide in the region and we look forward to building a prosperous future through our investment in the area.”
–Marco Di Carlantonio, Senior Vice-President, Windsor Private Capital

“This project will be a game-changer for people in Northumberland County. Reliable high-speed Internet means safer communities and better access to health care, education, and emergency services. Through these investments, your federal government is making sure no one is left behind—no matter where they live in Canada.”
–The Honourable Buckley Belanger, Secretary of State for Rural Development

“Fast, reliable internet access will make a real difference for the over 11,000 families and workers across Northumberland who are getting connected. It means being able to work, study, access vital services, and participate more fully in today’s digital world—no matter where you live. I want to thank the dedicated local crews on the ground helping make this long-awaited project a reality.”
–Sam Oosterhoff, Associate Minister of Energy-Intensive Industries

“With this investment, the Canada Infrastructure Bank is pleased to help extend high-speed internet service to small Indigenous and rural communities in eastern Ontario. The CIB has completed more than $2 billion in loans to various broadband projects which will ensure more Canadians can better participate in the digital economy.”
–Ehren Cory, CIB Chief Executive Officer

“LiUNA Pension Fund of Central and Eastern Canada is proud to support the Northumberland Broadband Initiative through the WPC Infrastructure Fund. The initiative enhances essential infrastructure for rural communities while delivering long-term value to the region. Investments like this demonstrate how our capital can generate strong returns and help build a more connected, inclusive, and economically resilient Canada.”
–Joseph Mancinelli, Chair, LiUNA Pension Fund of Central and Eastern Canada

About Windsor Private Capital

Windsor Private Capital is a Toronto-based investment firm with a breadth of experience in a wide range of industry sectors. Together with its affiliates, the organization advises and manages over $2 billion on behalf of institutional and private investors. Most recently, Windsor Private Capital expanded the WPC Infrastructure Fund through investment in EH!tel Networks, Bruce Telecom, GBTel, Axle Telecom and the Northumberland Broadband Project on behalf of LiUNA Pension Fund of Central and Eastern Canada, one of the country’s largest private sector union sponsored pension funds. This has further deepened Windsor Private Capital’s commitment to Ontario and the telecommunications industry.

Underpinned by its core values of loyalty, trust, integrity, creativity and teamwork, Windsor Private Capital is a reflection of its family roots and the belief in going beyond the transactional to build business connections that endure. For more information, visit www.windsorgp.com.

About Axle Telecom

Axle Telecom (Axle) is a Canadian-owned telecommunications company dedicated to connecting small, underserved, rural communities. Axle is part of a family of local telecom networks that includes EH!tel Networks, Bruce Telecom, GBTel and Axle Telecom. Together, they bring reliable, affordable, high-speed internet services to homes and businesses in unserved and underserved areas of Ontario including Waterloo Region, as well as the counties of Grey, Bruce, Dufferin, Wellington, Middlesex, and now Northumberland. For more information, visit: www.axletelecom.ca.

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Lead Glass Pro Expands Nationwide Installation Services, Simplifying Radiation Shielding Projects for Healthcare Facilities

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LAGUNA BEACH, Calif., June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Lead Glass Pro, a leading supplier of radiation shielding products, has announced the expansion of its turn-key installation services across 26 states, providing healthcare facilities, imaging centers, veterinary hospitals, and contractors with a simpler, faster, and more reliable path to completing radiation-shielded construction projects.

For years, facility owners and general contractors have faced a common challenge when building x-ray rooms, CT suites, cath labs, and other imaging environments: coordinating multiple vendors, installers, shielding materials, and subcontractors while hoping everything comes together correctly at inspection. The result is often project delays, change orders, failed inspections, and costly rework.

Lead Glass Pro’s new turn-key installation service was designed to eliminate that uncertainty.

Rather than sourcing shielding materials from one supplier, hiring a separate installer, and relying on contractors who may have little experience with radiation shielding, customers can now work with a single company that provides both the materials and installation expertise required to complete the project correctly.

“Our goal is simple: make radiation shielding easy,” said a spokesperson for Lead Glass Pro. “Healthcare providers and contractors already have enough to manage. They shouldn’t have to worry about whether the shielding was installed correctly, whether critical components were missed, or whether the project will pass inspection. We provide a complete solution backed by experience, documentation, and accountability.”

The service covers a wide range of healthcare construction projects, including medical imaging rooms, x-ray rooms, CT suites, cath labs, surgical centers, urgent care facilities, and veterinary imaging environments.

The expansion builds on Lead Glass Pro’s reputation for rapid fabrication, responsive customer service, and comprehensive radiation shielding solutions, including lead glass windows, lead-lined doors and frames, lead-backed drywall, shielding accessories, and custom radiation protection products.

Customers also benefit from several industry-leading protections, including:

10-Year Warranty100% Compliance GuaranteePrice MatchingFast fabrication on many standard productsNationwide support and project coordination

As healthcare construction continues to grow nationwide, Lead Glass Pro believes the demand for specialized installation expertise will continue to increase.

By combining material supply and installation into a single-source solution, the company aims to help customers reduce risk, simplify project management, and move from construction to inspection with confidence.

For more information about Lead Glass Pro’s turn-key installation services, visit LeadGlassPro.com.

About Lead Glass Pro

Lead Glass Pro is a nationwide supplier of radiation shielding products and installation services for healthcare, veterinary, industrial, and government facilities. The company specializes in lead glass windows, lead-lined doors and frames, lead-backed drywall, shielding accessories, and complete radiation protection solutions designed to help projects meet compliance requirements while reducing construction complexity.

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Lead Glass Pro
Email: sales@leadglasspro.com
Phone: (800) 506-9972

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Trutankless® More Than Doubles Sales as Demand for GEN3 Continues to Accelerate

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Consumer adoption and contractor demand for GEN3 technology drive more than 118% year-over-year sales growth

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Trutankless®, a leader in smart electric tankless water heating technology, announced a strong start to 2026 as growing demand from homeowners, plumbers, contractors, and wholesale distributors helped drive sales growth of more than 118% compared to the same period last year.

The company reported first-quarter net sales of $940,470, more than double the $430,090 reported during the first quarter of 2025.

The growth reflects increasing adoption of the company’s GEN3 Smart Tankless Water Heater, as consumers seek energy-efficient alternatives to traditional tank water heaters and contractors look for reliable, easy-to-install solutions that deliver long-term value.

“More than doubling our sales year over year is a strong signal that the market is embracing smart tankless technology,” said Guy Newman, CEO of Trutankless®. “Homeowners want endless hot water, lower energy consumption, and better control over their home’s systems. At the same time, plumbers and contractors are looking for products they can confidently recommend to customers. GEN3 is proving it can deliver on both.”

The company’s GEN3 platform combines on-demand hot water with advanced monitoring capabilities and compatibility with recirculation systems and LeakSecure® technology, making it an attractive option for both new construction and retrofit projects.

As demand continues to grow, Trutankless is expanding its network of wholesale distribution partners and contractor relationships across the country, with particularly strong momentum throughout Arizona, Texas, and Florida.

To support that growth, Trutankless® recently expanded operations with a new Phoenix-based production, engineering, and training facility. The company is also continuing to invest in product innovation, including the development of enhanced remote monitoring capabilities through a customizable mobile app and control platform.

“For contractors, success comes down to customer satisfaction and trust,” Newman added. “The more homeowners experience the benefits of smart tankless water heating, the more demand we’re seeing at the contractor and distributor level. That’s creating a powerful cycle of growth that we’re excited to build on.”

About Trutankless®

Trutankless® is an innovator in electric tankless water heating technology, focused on delivering energy-efficient, reliable, and connected solutions for residential and commercial applications. The company’s smart electric tankless water heaters provide endless hot water on demand while helping reduce energy consumption and maintenance requirements. Trutankless® products are available through wholesale plumbing distributors and dealers nationwide.

For more information, visit www.trutankless.com.

Forward-Looking Statement: The statements in this press release regarding any implied or perceived benefits from the release by Trutankless® of its line of electric tankless water heaters or added key strategic sales and distribution partners are forward-looking statements. Such statements involve risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, risks of the key strategic sales and distribution partners ability to sell our product, and effects of legal and administrative proceedings and governmental regulation, especially in a foreign country, future financial and operational results, competition, general economic conditions, and the ability to manage and continue growth. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual outcomes may vary materially from those indicated. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements we make in this news release include the introduction of new technology, market conditions, and those set forth in reports or documents we file from time to time with the SEC. We undertake no obligation to revise or update such statements to reflect current events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

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Roam Charging launches electric vehicle charging hub at David Lloyd Clubs in Hatfield

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CRAWLEY, England, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Roam Charging, a leading provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions, has announced the launch of its latest EV charging installation at David Lloyd Clubs in Hatfield, marking another milestone in its growing partnership with David Lloyd Clubs to deliver a major EV charging rollout across the UK.

The Hatfield launch, located at Hatfield Business Park, will take place on Thursday 18th June from 8.00am until 4.00pm, with Roam and David Lloyd teams on site to welcome members, showcase the new charging facilities and support drivers in getting set up on the Roam app. On the day, visitors can expect hands-on assistance, the opportunity to ask questions about EV charging as well as free charging throughout the launch event.

This launch follows a successful activation at David Lloyd Clubs Purley, where Roam hosted a similar event that resulted in strong engagement with members and sustained high charger utilisation long after launch day. Roam’s events focus on education, accessibility and creating a seamless charging experience for those using the health club’s car park.

Commenting on the launch, James Randall from Roam, said:

“Our partnership with David Lloyd Clubs is about making EV charging simple, convenient and part of everyday life. The success of our Purley launch showed just how valuable it is to be on-site, speaking directly with members and helping them get set up from day one. We’re excited to bring the same experience to Hatfield and continue supporting David Lloyd Clubs members on their transition to electric driving.”

As part of the partnership, David Lloyd Clubs members receive a free Roam membership, normally priced at £7.20 per month. This benefit provides access to reduced charging tariffs:

AC chargers: 51p per kWh (standard rate 59p)DC chargers: 64p per kWh (standard rate 72p)

Roam’s event at David Lloyd Clubs, Hatfield Business Park, Hatfield AL10 9AX, will take place from 8.00am until 4.00pm on Thursday 18th June.

Roam’s app can be downloaded for free by following this link.

About Roam

Roam is dedicated to transforming the EV charging experience with a comprehensive suite of cutting-edge charging solutions designed for drivers, businesses and communities. With a focus on accessibility, reliability and scalability, Roam provides smart charging stations, intuitive software, and customer-first services that empower the transition to electric mobility. From high-power public chargers to flexible commercial installations, Roam continues to expand its network and support the global shift toward cleaner transportation.

For more information, visit https://www.roamcharging.com.

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