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DRONE DELIVERY CANADA CORP. REPORTS ON ANNUAL GENERAL AND SPECIAL SHAREHOLDER MEETING

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VAUGHAN, ON, Aug. 19, 2024 /CNW/ – Drone Delivery Canada Corp. (“Drone Delivery Canada” or “DDC”) (TSXV: FLT) (OTCQX: TAKOF) (Frankfurt: A3DP5Y) (Frankfurt: ABBA.F) announces that a quorum was not present today at its annual general and special meeting (the “Meeting”) of shareholders of DDC (“DDC Shareholders”). The amended and restated articles of DDC (the “DDC Articles”) provide that if, within one-half hour from the time set for a meeting of shareholders, a quorum is not present, then such meeting stands adjourned to the same day in the next week at the same time and place, or at such other date, time or location as the chair specifies in the adjournment. Accordingly, the Meeting has been adjourned until 1:00 p.m. (Toronto time) on Monday, August 26, 2024, to be held in-person at the offices of Bennett Jones LLP, 100 King St. West Suite 3400, Toronto, ON M5X 1A4.

The Meeting will be held for the following purposes:

TO CONSIDER and, if deemed advisable, to pass, with or without variation, an ordinary resolution (the “DDC Transaction Resolution”), the full text of which is set forth in Schedule A to the joint management information circular of DDC and Volatus Aerospace Corp. (“Volatus”) dated July 12, 2024 (the “Information Circular”), approving the issuance by DDC of up to such number of DDC common shares as may be required to be issued in connection with the acquisition by DDC of all of the issued and outstanding common shares in the capital of Volatus in exchange for DDC common shares (the “Transaction”) as contemplated by that business combination agreement between DDC and Volatus dated as of May 20, 2024, as the same may be amended, supplemented or otherwise modified from time to time in accordance with its terms, a copy of which is available on DDC’s profile at www.sedarplus.ca, as more particularly described in the Information Circular;TO RECEIVE and consider the audited financial statements of DDC together with the auditor’s report thereon for the year ended December 31, 2023 and December 31, 2022;TO APPOINT the independent auditor of DDC for the ensuing year and to authorize the directors to fix the remuneration to be paid to the auditor;TO SET the number of directors to hold office for the ensuing year at four (4) and, subject to and conditional on completion of the Transaction, to set the number of directors of DDC as it exists immediately following the completion of the Transaction (the “Combined Company”) at five (5) for the ensuing year, as more particularly described in the Information Circular;TO ELECT directors to hold office for the ensuing year and, subject to and conditional on the completion of the Transaction, to elect directors for the Combined Company for the ensuing year, as more particularly described in the Information Circular;TO CONSIDER, and if deemed appropriate approve and confirm the stock option plan of DDC;TO CONSIDER, and if deemed appropriate approve and confirm the equity incentive plan of DDC, subject to and conditional on the completion of the Transaction;TO CONSIDER and, if deemed appropriate, pass, with or without variation, a special resolution approving the alteration to the DDC Articles to change the quorum for the transaction of business at meetings of DDC Shareholders; andTO TRANSACT such further or other business as may properly come before the Meeting and any adjournments or postponements thereof.

A shareholder wishing to vote by proxy at the Meeting must ensure that their duly executed form of proxy is received by DDC’s transfer agent and registrar, Computershare Investor Services Inc., by mail: 100 University Avenue, 8th Floor, Toronto, Ontario M5J 2Y1, or online at www.investorvote.com (using the 15-digit control number on the enclosed form of proxy) by no later than 1:00 p.m. (Toronto time) on Thursday, August 22, 2024, to be effective.

DDC Shareholders are encouraged to read the Information Circular and vote well in advance of the proxy deadline of 1:00 p.m. (Toronto time) on Thursday, August 22, 2024.

DDC Board Recommendation

The board of directors of DDC unanimously recommends that DDC Shareholders vote FOR the DDC Transaction Resolution.

Full details of the proposed Transaction and voting instructions are set out in the Information Circular and related proxy materials in respect of the Meeting.

The Information Circular, and the form of proxy or voting information form, as applicable, in connection with the Transaction and the Meeting are available on DDC’s website at: https://dronedeliverycanada.com/investors/ and under DDC’s SEDAR+ profile on www.sedarplus.ca.

Securityholder Questions and Assistance

DDC Shareholders who have questions or require assistance with voting may contact Carson Proxy, DDC’s proxy solicitation agent:

Carson Proxy

North American Toll-Free Number: 1-800-530-5189

Local and Text: 416-751-2066

Email: info@carsonproxy.com

About DDC

DDC, based in Vaughan, Ontario, is a leader in the drone logistics sector, recognized for its advanced operational capabilities and extensive experience in managing complex drone operations. Having completed more than remotely operated 7,000 flights, the company is expanding its offering to manage the operation of remotely piloted aircraft in both the cargo and drone service sectors globally.

Forward Looking Statements

This news release contains “forward-looking statements” and “forward-looking information” within the meaning of Canadian securities laws, including statements relating to the Transaction, including in respect of the impact of the Transaction and DDC’s expectations regarding the value and benefits of the proposed Transaction and expected timing of the Meeting. All information that is not clearly historical in nature may constitute forward-looking statements. In some cases, forward-looking statements may be identified by the use of terms such as “forecast”, “projected”, “assumption” and other similar expressions or future or conditional terms such as “anticipate”, “believe”, “could”, “estimate”, “expect”, “intend”, “may”, “plan”, “predict”, “project”, “will”, “would”, and “should”. Forward-looking statements contained in this news release are based on certain factors and assumptions made by management of DDC based on their current expectations, estimates, projections, assumptions and beliefs regarding their business and DDC does not provide any assurance that actual results will meet management’s expectations. While management considers these assumptions to be reasonable based on information currently available to them, they may prove to be incorrect. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future events or performance and by their nature involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, including those risks described in the Information Circular and DDC’s management’s discussion and analysis for the year ended December 31, 2023 (both of which are filed under DDC’s SEDAR+ profile on www.sedarplus.ca), that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Although DDC has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual actions, events or results to differ materially from those described in forward-looking statements, other factors may cause actions, events or results to be different than anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate as actual results and future events could vary or differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. DDC does not undertake to update any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information or future events or otherwise, except as may be required by applicable securities laws.

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TELUS transforms legacy telecommunications site into 195 new homes for Nanaimo

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Across Canada, demand for rental housing continues to outpace supply. TELUS Living is helping address this challenge by transforming existing TELUS properties into smart, sustainable homes in communities where new housing is needed most.

NANAIMO, BC, July 23, 2026 /CNW/ — TELUS Living today opened a new 195-home purpose-built rental community in downtown Nanaimo, transforming a former telecommunications property into smart, sustainable housing that helps address one of Canada’s most pressing challenges: increasing rental supply in growing communities. Located at 235 Wallace St, the multi-storey, mixed-use build features 195 purpose-built rental units, providing much-needed housing supply to downtown Nanaimo, while thoughtfully honouring the city’s unique coastal identity and heritage.

The Nanaimo development is part of TELUS’ long-term strategy to repurpose legacy telecommunications infrastructure into purpose-built rental housing as the company modernizes its network and completes the transition from copper to PureFibre technology. The Nanaimo community joins TELUS Living’s growing portfolio of developments that are transforming underutilized TELUS properties into housing across Canada.

“The Nanaimo development represents exactly what TELUS Living stands for by providing purpose-built rental housing tailored to the specific needs of the community it serves. We’ve designed 235 Wallace St with Nanaimo’s unique character in mind, offering a curated lifestyle that blends a climate-conscious, Zero Carbon Design approach with top-tier wellness and smart-tech amenities,” said Manasweeta Bhatia, Vice President of Corporate Real Estate at TELUS. “We shape every TELUS Living project by listening to the community, understanding its unique identity and design needs, and building accordingly. Its central downtown location and proximity to both Vancouver Island University and Nanaimo Regional General Hospital also position it as an ideal home for students, educators, and healthcare workers seeking modern, connected living.”

“More housing and good jobs are a win-win for downtown Nanaimo,” said Sheila Malcolmson, MLA for Nanaimo-Gabriola Island. “Adding to the approximately 1,500 affordable homes our B.C. government has completed and underway in Nanaimo, it’s great to see TELUS stepping up with 195 new units. It’s been great to see hundreds of construction and indirect jobs in town, and I can’t wait to see folks move into their new homes.”

“I’m thrilled to see a new rental option in downtown Nanaimo, and especially excited that this conversion was made with sustainability and active transportation in mind,” said George Anderson, MLA for Nanaimo-Lantzville. “Ensuring everyone can find homes they can afford in the communities they love requires creative approaches, and I hope to see more creativity like this in the future.”

“I’m delighted to celebrate the opening of TELUS Living Nanaimo, a landmark project that strengthens our downtown as a vibrant, inclusive place to live,” said Leonard Krog, Mayor of Nanaimo. “This partnership between the City of Nanaimo, our community, and TELUS demonstrates what’s possible when we work together toward shared goals. The addition of nearly 200 diverse housing options is exactly what our city needs, and we’re excited about the positive impact this will have on our community. TELUS’ commitment to our city and investment in our future will contribute to Nanaimo’s economic and social vitality.”

Situated within walking distance of downtown’s vibrant cafes, eclectic Old City Quarter, the iconic Harbourfront Walkway, and a short transit ride from Vancouver Island University and Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, the development is architecturally designed to blend classic and contemporary exterior elements. Curated for modern living, the community offers an expansive suite of indoor and outdoor social amenities alongside street-level retail and public art contributions.

Project Highlights:

Smart-Enabled Living: Powered by the TELUS PureFibre network, the custom TELUS Living App provides keyless entry, smart climate control, leak detection, parcel notifications, visitor management, and amenity bookings.Social & Wellness Amenities: Features a rooftop deck with an outdoor kitchen, BBQs, and panoramic views, alongside a state-of-the-art fitness centre and resident lounge.Pet & Active Lifestyle Ready: Equipped with a dedicated children’s outdoor play area, outdoor bark park and pet care station, secure underground parking, bike storage and maintenance facilities.Premium Functional Interiors: Studio to three-bedroom layouts include private balconies, individual A/C with Energy Recovery Ventilators (ERVs) for optimal air quality, Samsung SmartThings appliances, and in-suite laundry.Gold-Standard Sustainability: Sets a Vancouver Island benchmark aligned with Zero Carbon Design standards and Salmon-Safe development guidelines that actively protects local ecosystems.

This opening marks a significant milestone in TELUS Living’s mission to transform existing real estate holdings into purpose-built rentals that bridge the housing gap with smart, sustainable, and community-focused developments. As TELUS completes its transition from legacy copper to advanced fibre networks, the company is transforming its historic central offices–which once served as the backbone of B.C.’s phone system–into vibrant, smart, purpose-built rental communities. TELUS Living is breathing new life into these properties to help address Canada’s housing crisis. For more details on TELUS Living Nanaimo or to view available floor plans, please visit telusliving.com/nanaimo.

About TELUS

TELUS (TSX: T, NYSE: TU) is a world-leading communications technology company operating in more than 45 countries and generating over $20 billion in annual revenue with more than 17 million customer connections through our advanced suite of broadband services for consumers, businesses and the public sector. We are committed to leveraging our technology to enable remarkable human outcomes. TELUS is passionate about putting our customers and communities first, leading the way globally in client service excellence and social capitalism. TELUS Health is enhancing approximately 170 million lives across 200 countries and territories through innovative preventive medicine and well-being technologies. TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods utilizes digital technologies and data insights to optimize the connection between producers and consumers. TELUS Digital specializes in digital customer experiences and future-focused digital transformations that deliver value for their global clients. Guided by our enduring ‘give where we live’ philosophy, TELUS continues to invest in initiatives that support education, health and community well-being. In 2023, we launched the TELUS Student Bursary, which strives to ensure that every young person in Canada who wants a postsecondary education has the opportunity to pursue one. To date, the program has distributed over $6 million in bursaries to 2,000 students and counting. Since 2000, TELUS, our team members and retirees have contributed $1.85 billion in cash, in-kind contributions, time and programs, including 2.5 million days of service–earning TELUS the distinction of the world’s most giving company.

For more information, visit telus.com.

For more information, please contact:
Brandi Rees
TELUS Public Relations
brandi.rees@telus.com 

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Award-Winning Author Euran Daniels to Deliver Opening Keynote at International Nevus Outreach Conference, Unveiling New $100,000 Global Initiative to Advance CMN Research and Awareness

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ORLANDO, Fla., July 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Award-winning author, entrepreneur, and Congenital Melanocytic Nevus (CMN) advocate Euran S. Daniels will deliver the opening keynote address at the 2026 Nevus Outreach International Conference on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld®.

Launching the conference under this year’s theme, “Amplify,” Daniels will share his personal journey of living with CMN for more than 50 years and challenge attendees to transform awareness into meaningful action through hope, advocacy, and research.

During his keynote, Daniels will unveil a new global initiative aimed at expanding awareness and inspiring greater support for CMN research. The initiative will encourage individuals, healthcare organizations, corporations, and philanthropists to join a collaborative effort to improve the lives of those affected by this rare skin condition.

“For more than fifty years, I’ve lived with a visible mark that became my purpose,” said Daniels. “My hope is that every person leaves this conference believing they can make a difference by amplifying hope, supporting research, and leaving a positive impact on the lives of others.”

CMN is a rare skin condition present at birth that, in its larger forms, affects approximately 1 in every 20,000 births. Individuals living with CMN may face complex medical challenges, including an increased risk of melanoma, multiple surgeries, and the emotional impact of living with a visible difference.

Daniels’ keynote will focus on three powerful messages: You’re Not Alone. Live Your Life. Leave Your Mark.Through his story of resilience and leadership, he hopes to inspire families, advocates, researchers, and community leaders to work together to create greater awareness and opportunity for those living with CMN.

Media are invited to attend the keynote address to learn more about this initiative. 

For more information, visit www.EuranDaniels.com or to support CMN research, visit www.nevus.org/joineuran.

Media Contact:
Media Relations – Fanisha Love (910) 262-3439
Email: info@danielscompany.com
Website: www.EuranDaniels.com

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Immigration Desk Shares Guidance for Entrepreneurs and Foreign Businesses Planning US Expansion in 2026

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NEWTON, Mass., July 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Immigration Desk is highlighting key immigration considerations for entrepreneurs, investors, and foreign-owned companies looking to establish or expand a presence in the United States, as interest in cross-border growth continues alongside evolving visa procedures and compliance expectations. The firm noted that many business owners plan with a general goal of opening a US office,  only to be met by a system that favors careful planning and documentation. 

Immigration planning often intersects with business planning, with company structure, ownership percentage, funding sources, job roles, and operational timelines influencing the pathways available and evidence required. A viable business plan alone often isn’t enough, and applicants must also meet specific legal definitions tied to visa categories. Those definitions, however, can differ significantly depending on the route pursued.

“Business immigration is not a single form or a single standard,” said Anu Gupta, attorney at Immigration Desk. “Entrepreneurs and foreign businesses often come to the process thinking in terms of growth goals like opening a location, hiring, and launching a product. However, the immigration system asks for detailed proof of role, eligibility, and structure. Planning early helps align those two realities and avoids last-minute surprises.”

Immigration Desk notes that entrepreneurs and foreign businesses typically evaluate options based on the nature of the US activity and the individual’s role. For some, the relevant question is whether a company can transfer an executive, manager, or specialized employee to a US office under an intracompany framework, particularly when the business can document a qualifying relationship between entities.

For others, the analysis may focus on investment-based categories where the applicant is actively directing and developing a US enterprise. In still other cases, founders may explore categories that emphasize extraordinary ability, research-based work, or employer sponsorship, depending on the individual’s background and the company’s needs.

L-1 and E-2 Visas: Pathways for Multinational Companies and Investors

For companies evaluating intracompany transfers, the L-1 visa provides a structured pathway for multinational businesses to bring executives, managers, or employees with specialized knowledge to a U.S. office — including newly established entities. Immigration Desk notes that L-1 cases require careful documentation of the qualifying relationship between the foreign and U.S. companies, as well as a clear demonstration of the applicant’s role and seniority. For new U.S. offices in particular, USCIS applies additional scrutiny to whether the operation is sufficiently established to support the position being petitioned.

The E-2 treaty investor visa offers a separate route for entrepreneurs from qualifying treaty countries who are making a substantial investment in and actively directing a U.S. enterprise. While the E-2 does not require a minimum investment threshold, Immigration Desk emphasizes that the investment must be proportional to the nature of the business and at risk in a commercial sense — factors that require careful structuring and documentation from the outset. Unlike some other business visa categories, the E-2 does not provide a direct path to permanent residency, which means founders relying on it should also plan for long-term status options early in the process.

The firm also points to a recurring challenge for growth-stage companies: staffing. Employer-sponsored visas can involve strict timing, evolving agency practices, and in some categories, annual numerical limits. In recent years, many employers have sought clarity on how to plan around the H-1B cap and lottery cycle, particularly when hiring needs don’t align neatly with government filing windows.

While the H-1B category remains widely used for specialized professional roles, Immigration Desk emphasizes that businesses should treat it as one part of a broader hiring and compliance plan rather than a single solution, especially when role definitions, worksite compliance, and documentation requirements are central to adjudication.

“People often focus on the name of a visa category, but the practical work is in the documentation and the operational reality behind the petition,” Gupta added. “For businesses, that means understanding what the government expects in terms of job duties, business activity, and the evidence that supports eligibility. For entrepreneurs, it can mean clarifying ownership, funding, and what day-to-day leadership looks like in a way that is consistent and well documented.”

Immigration Desk also notes that immigration planning frequently involves risk management. Businesses may need to consider how quickly a US operation must become functional, what happens if timelines shift, and how to maintain continuity if a petition is delayed or requires additional review. For founders, the concerns often include whether a pathway supports both business operations and personal stability, including travel, family planning, and long-term status options.

The firm cautions that immigration outcomes depend on individualized facts and that what works for one company may not apply to another. However, the most consistent problems, like incomplete timelines, inconsistent documentation, unclear roles, and last-minute filings, are completely avoidable. In response to those issues, Immigration Desk encourages business owners to approach US immigration as a phased process that begins with strategy and thorough preparation, with an operational plan for compliance after arrival.

For more information, please refer to the company’s website.

Immigration Desk
704 Walnut Street Newton, MA 02459
1-800-688-7892
https://immigrationdesk.com/
clients@ImmigrationDesk.com 

At Immigration Desk, attorney Anu Gupta and her team have helped thousands of entrepreneurs, investors, and multinational companies navigate complex immigration matters. With more than 40 years of combined experience and over 10,000 immigration cases handled, the firm has developed a reputation for careful preparation and strategic case planning. Whether you are a startup founder, a multinational executive, or an investor seeking to establish a presence in the United States, Immigration Desk can help you determine the most effective immigration strategy for your situation.

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