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A roundup of the most newsworthy press releases from Cision Distribution this week

TORONTO, Sept. 27, 2024 /CNW/ – With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on Cision. To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week’s most newsworthy and popular releases, here’s a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn’t be missed.

The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story. Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download.

Tell ’em with Tims: Tim Hortons celebrating National Coffee Day with limited-edition hot coffee cups to share a motivational message with family and friends 
“For many of our guests, the simple act of treating their loved ones with a Tims coffee can mean so much – and we wanted to celebrate that power of connection and kindness with limited-edition cups that we’re serving in the leadup to National Coffee Day on Sept. 29,” said Hope Bagozzi, Chief Marketing Officer for Tim Hortons. Available while supplies last, there are five bilingual National Coffee Day cup designs that will be randomly served to guests who order a medium hot coffee starting tomorrow, including the messages: You Got This, Cheers, Here’s To You, You Do You, or XOXO. Lightspeed Commerce Responds to Media Reports 
Lightspeed Commerce Inc. (NYSE: LSPD) (TSX: LSPD) (“Lightspeed” or the “Company”), today issued the following statement: While it is the long-standing policy of Lightspeed not to comment on market rumors, the Company notes the recent media reports concerning a potential transaction involving the Company. Lightspeed periodically undertakes, and is currently conducting, a strategic review of its business and operations with a view to realizing its full potential. In this context, the Company has engaged, and may continue to engage, in discussions relating to a range of potential strategic alternatives.Prime Video Announces Trailer and Premiere Date of FACEOFF: Inside the NHL – the Highly Anticipated Docuseries from Box To Box and NHL Productions 
Prime Video announced the trailer and premiere date for FACEOFF: Inside the NHL (6×45), the previously untitled docuseries from Box To Box and NHL Productions. Set to premiere globally October 4 on Prime Video, the series gives unprecedented access to the National Hockey League’s biggest teams and most compelling players, all at different stages of their careers, as they embark throughout the season on the ultimate pursuit of glory – winning the coveted Stanley Cup. FACEOFF: Inside the NHL joins Prime Monday Night Hockey, which will stream national regular season Monday night NHL games exclusively on Prime Video in Canada. Royal Air Force Red Arrows Land in St. John’s for the Final Stop of the Canadian Tour 
After a series of performances flying past some of Canada’s most renowned landmarks and partaking in several air shows in Halifax, Niagara Falls, Toronto, Ottawa, London, and Montreal, the Red Arrows’ journey comes to a close in Newfoundland and Labrador. Maple Hawk 2024 celebrates the deep bond between Canada and the UK, offering each city a chance to engage with both nations’ rich cultural and historical ties. Through partnerships with schools, training institutes and organisations such as Let’s Talk Science, the tour has also offered a hands-on look at advancements in aerospace technology and STEM initiatives all to help shape research and development for future generations.New Tim Hortons Halloween collection includes glow-in-the-dark Timbits® Bucket and drinkware, plus visit TimShop.ca for Tims-themed costumes for kids and dogs! 
This year’s glow-in-the-dark Timbits Bucket features a frightfully fun design including a spooky ghost and Timbit spider. The Timbits Bucket can also be purchased with 31 Timbits to share with family and friends. Participating Tims restaurants across Canada are also offering guests a 24oz/710mL straw tumbler that glows in the dark, plus a ghost-shaped ceramic mug with heat-activated details. TimShop.ca has even more Halloween items to purchase including a Timbits Box costume for kids and a Tims-themed lumberjack costume for dogs. There’s also a heat-activated Jack O’Lantern ceramic mug, and some fun ghost-themed items including a fluffy pillow, stainless steel tumbler and glow-in-the-dark straw tumbler.ROYAL CANADIAN MINT LAUNCHES NEW SINGLE MINE GOLD MAPLE LEAF BULLION COIN ENTIRELY SOURCED FROM AGNICO EAGLE’S DETOUR LAKE MINE 
The 2024 $50 1 oz. 99.99% Pure Gold Maple Leaf Single Mine bullion coin is entirely composed of gold from Canadian mining giant Agnico Eagle’s Detour Lake mine in Northern Ontario. This special gold bullion coin is now available at select Costco stores across Canada, as well as online at www.costco.ca. “The Royal Canadian Mint is known worldwide for its refining prowess and innovation, as well as its robust environmental, social and governance practices. We are proud to once more showcase the purity and responsibility of our Gold Maple Leaf bullion coin by partnering with Agnico Eagle’s Detour Lake mine to issue our newest Single Mine GML coin,” said Marie Lemay, President and CEO of the Royal Canadian Mint. The Iconic Pret A Manger coffee is now available at A&W restaurants nationwide
 All A&W locations in Canada are now serving Pret freshly brewed organic Classic Blend coffee all day long, offering guests a delicious and satisfying coffee experience with every visit. “Pret Coffee’s exceptional quality and taste have won over coffee lovers worldwide, and we’re thrilled to bring it to over 1,000 locations across Canada,” says Scott Darlow, Lead, Pret A Manger at A&W Canada. “We’ve tested Pret coffee in select A&W locations where it quickly became a favourite among guests, which led us to make it our official coffee at all A&W restaurants. We’re excited to bring this beloved coffee to more Canadians.”Health Canada Grants Marketing Authorization of First CRISPR/Cas9 Gene-Edited Therapy, CASGEVY® (Exagamglogene Autotemcel), for the Treatment of Sickle Cell Disease and Transfusion-Dependent Beta Thalassemia 
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (Nasdaq: VRTX) today announced Health Canada has granted Marketing Authorization for PrCASGEVY® (exagamglogene autotemcel), an autologous genome edited hematopoietic stem cell-based therapy, for the treatment of patients 12 years of age and older with sickle cell disease (SCD) with recurrent vaso-occlusive crises (VOCs) or transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia (TDT). There are an estimated 2,000 patients eligible for CASGEVY in Canada, the majority of whom are living with SCD. This approval is based on the positive interim results from two global and ongoing clinical trials, CLIMB-121 in SCD and CLIMB-111 in TDT. Elysium Investments Surpasses $200M in Acquisitions, Closing in on 4,000 Units and $3B Under Development 
Elysium Investments Inc., a Toronto-based real estate investment and development firm, has acquired a prime 1.23-acre development site at 21-29 Oakmount Road & 26-36 Mountview Avenue, near High Park. This acquisition brings Elysium’s total investments to over $200 million in just over a year. The firm is nearing 4,000 housing units and more than $3 billion in developments. The project will include two high-rise residential towers on a shared podium, providing much-needed rental housing in a transit-connected area. Elysium is partnering with Hepsor, an Estonian real estate developer, and Oikoi Living, marking their second collaboration.Alanis Obomsawin: The Children Have to Hear Another Story 
The Musée d’art contemporain de Montréal (MAC) launched its new exhibition, Alanis Obomsawin: The Children Have to Hear Another Story, on Wednesday at the MAC at Place Ville Marie. This major retrospective, a one-of-a-kind opportunity to celebrate more than 60 years of artistic creation by this exceptional Abenaki filmmaker, singer and activist, will be open to the public until January 26, 2025, in the MAC’s temporary space at Place Ville Marie. On the same day, Caroline Monnet’s mural Wàbigon was also unveiled; it will be on display until February 16, 2025, at the MAC at Place Ville Marie.

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Cision is a comprehensive communications platform enabling more than 100,000 public relations and marketing professionals around the world to understand, influence and amplify their stories. As the market leader, Cision enables the next generation of communication professionals to strategically operate in the modern media landscape where company success is directly impacted by public opinion. Cision has offices in 24 countries through the Americas, EMEA and APAC, and offers a suite of best-in-class solutions, including Newswire, Brandwatch, Cision Communications Cloud® and Cision Insights. To learn more, visit www.cision.ca and follow @CisionCA on Twitter.

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Ampace Spotlights AI-Ready Battery Solutions for Gigascale Infrastructure at DCW Washington 2026

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WASHINGTON, April 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Ampace, a global leader in advanced lithium-ion battery technology, is participating in Data Center World 2026 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center (Booth 206), where active visitor engagement reflected growing industry focus on how power infrastructure must evolve for the AI era.

This year, Ampace is showcasing how battery systems are becoming an increasingly important enabler of gigascale AI infrastructure. From cell-level technologies to system-level deployment, spanning applications from commercial and industrial energy storage to UPS systems, Ampace is presenting solutions designed to help data centers manage rising power volatility, improve resilience, and scale more efficiently.

At the center of the showcase is the PU Series, Ampace’s AI-ready battery platform engineered for the increasingly dynamic conditions of modern compute environments. As AI clusters drive 100kW+ rack densities, millisecond-level load spikes, and frequent workload transitions, conventional backup systems are being asked to do far more than emergency support. Ampace’s PU Series is designed to absorb rapid fluctuations, maintain stable output, and support uninterrupted operation under highly variable AI workloads.

A key highlight of Ampace’s presence this week will be its featured TECH TALK session with Eaton on April 22, from 2:30 PM to 3:15 PM (Room 209ABC), titled Powering Gigascale AI: How Advanced Batteries Stabilize Extreme Training Loads.

The session will bring together shared industry perspectives from Aaron Schott, UPS Sales Manager at Ampace, and Jon Hymel, Product Manager at Eaton, two professionals working closely with hyperscale, colocation, enterprise, and mission-critical customers navigating the next wave of AI infrastructure growth.

Together, the speakers will explore how established UPS architectures and advanced lithium battery systems are increasingly working in tandem to meet the operational realities of AI data centers. The discussion will examine how battery technologies can support real-time load balancing, improve reliability, and help operators prepare for the transition from megawatt-scale campuses to gigawatt-scale compute ecosystems.

Their joint appearance reflects a growing alignment across the power infrastructure ecosystem: scalable AI requires not only more electricity, but smarter coordination between UPS systems, energy storage, and facility operations. As data centers evolve, battery-enabled continuity is becoming a shared priority across technology providers, operators, and infrastructure partners.

Built for demanding AI applications, Ampace’s platform is engineered to respond rapidly during ramp-up and ramp-down events, while maintaining stable operation under continuous partial-load cycling. Its semi-solid cell technology further enhances intrinsic safety by reducing leakage risk and lowering thermal runaway gas generation, while cabinet-level validation under UL 9540A standards reinforces readiness for mission-critical deployments.

At Ampace’s booth, visitors have been exploring how advanced battery systems can help reduce infrastructure oversizing, relieve pressure on grid connections, and improve continuity in facilities originally designed for steady-state demand. The strong response reflects a broader market shift: batteries are no longer viewed only as standby assets, but as active components of modern AI power architecture.

Visit Booth 206 to meet the Ampace team, experience the PU Series on site, and join in-depth discussions on how advanced battery solutions are helping build a more resilient, scalable, and efficient AI infrastructure. On-site specialists are available throughout the show for live demonstrations, technical briefings, and media inquiries.

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TÜV Rheinland Opens Advanced Automotive Component Testing Laboratory in Manesar, Haryana

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Empowering automotive industry capabilities through precision testing, international compliance, and innovative solutions for next-generation mobility.

MANESAR, India, April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — TÜV Rheinland, a global leader in independent testing, inspection and certification services, today announced the opening of its state-of-the-art Automotive Component Testing Laboratory (ACT Lab) in Manesar, Haryana. The ACT Lab will support manufacturers in meeting evolving regulatory requirements, adopting emerging technologies, and accelerating time-to-market.

As the world’s third-largest mobility market, India is developing rapidly, and demand for trustworthy, globally recognized testing services continues to rise. TÜV Rheinland’s ACT Lab supports the development of safer and high-performance automotive products.

Strategically located in Manesar, the facility is well-positioned to unlock growth opportunities within India’s automotive and electric mobility ecosystem, while advancing next-generation transport solutions.

Technological Excellence and Advanced Capabilities

The ACT Lab is equipped with advanced testing systems from leading international manufacturers, ensuring precision, reliability, and global acceptance of results.

Its capabilities include structural testing, corrosion and durability assessments, and environmental simulation under extreme conditions. The facility also offers fatigue and lifecycle testing for critical automotive components, alongside comprehensive material analysis for metals and polymers, delivering deep insights into performance under real-world conditions.

By providing end-to-end testing, inspection, and certification solutions under one roof, the lab distinguishes itself through its ability to replicate operational environments, meet global and OEM standards, and deliver highly reliable, traceable results.

Platform for Collaboration, Innovation, and Trust

Commenting on the inauguration, Dr. Matthias Schubert, Executive Vice President Mobility at TÜV Rheinland Group, said: “Our investment in the Automotive Component Testing Laboratory in Manesar reflects TÜV Rheinland’s long-term strategic commitment to India as a key growth market. As the mobility sector undergoes rapid transformation, this facility enables us to support manufacturers with advanced testing capabilities that not only ensure compliance but also drive innovation, safety, and global competitiveness.”

Highlighting the broader strategic intent, Thomas Quernheim, Senior Vice President Mobility, TÜV Rheinland Group, said, “India represents one of the most dynamic opportunities within our global mobility portfolio. This investment reflects our vision to build resilient, future-oriented capabilities that not only respond to market evolution but also shape the standards of tomorrow’s mobility ecosystem.”

Rajendra Kisanrao Bandal, Vice President, Mobility at TÜV Rheinland India, added: “This facility goes beyond a conventional testing laboratory – it is a platform for collaboration and innovation. Combining global expertise with local insight, it enables manufacturers to enhance quality, reliability, and performance, while strengthening India’s position in the global mobility landscape.”

About TÜV Rheinland:

TÜV Rheinland is a leading provider of testing and inspection services worldwide. For over 150 years, the company has helped make the world a safer place. Today, more than 28,000 employees test, inspect and certify products, plants and processes, while also providing training for people in a wide range of professions. Operating from 500 locations in more than 50 countries, TÜV Rheinland helps safeguard key areas of business and everyday life. Headquartered in Cologne and generating annual revenue of close to €3 billion, the company plays a key role in quality assurance worldwide. TÜV Rheinland has been a member of the UN Global Compact since 2006, demonstrating its commitment to anti-corruption and sustainability.

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EZVIZ joins the United Nations Global Compact, starting a new chapter of its unwavering journey to long-term sustainability and further expanding its contribution to key environmental issues

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HOOFDDORP, Netherlands, April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — EZVIZ, an advocate for greener smart homes, is proud to announce its participation in the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) in the International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development on this Earth Day. As a smart home pioneer joining the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative, EZVIZ will align its award-winning EZVIZ Green initiative with the UNGC’s Ten Principles, making a transformative impact through responsible business in environmental protection.

The UN Global Compact is a call to companies to adopt ten universal principles in human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption, and to support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With over 25,000 participants across 167 countries, the UNGC is keeping the earth green and clean with its growing influence.

Though new to the initiative, EZVIZ has been implementing SDGs in its development, operations and management, including establishing an ESG committee directed by the Board. On April 10, the company published its 2025 ESG report under its commitment “Our Planet. Our Actions” for transparency and awareness. Over the past year, EZVIZ has received international recognition like the European Green Awards, the SEAL Sustainability Business Awards, and the Indigo Design Award with the “Design for Social Change” honor.

To safeguard a green planet, EZVIZ has addressed land degradation, global warming, plastic recycling, community empowerment and more. Partnering with Treedom, EZVIZ has planted 4,190 trees with local farmers, reducing approximately 738.2 tons of CO2. Together with Plastic Bank, EZVIZ has prevented over 1,000,000 plastic bottles from polluting vulnerable environments. The partnerships are reinforced by internally recycling plastics and minimizing waste. In 2025, EZVIZ incorporated over 30 tons of recycled materials into its RE7 Edge robot vacuum’s design and reduced CO2 emissions by 73.1 tons through greener packaging.

“Becoming part of the UNGC is a significant milestone for us. It means our efforts in building a better planet, have been recognized globally,” said Jingwen Cao, EZVIZ Board Secretary and Director of the ESG Committee. “This participation provides us the confidence to further expand our environmental protection, as well as to set stricter boundaries to avoid sacrificing the environment for commercial gain.”

With green in its brand gene, the company has also developed green technology with a low carbon footprint. The AOV low-energy consumption tech, and the ColorFULL low-light night vision mode help reduce energy consumption and light pollution resulted from 24/7 home security. Firstly embedding self-patented wild animal detection in outdoor cameras, EZVIZ continues to implement responsible AI to balance human safety and wildlife protection, according to Sophie Zhang, EZVIZ Global Brand Director.

“We believe in the power of technology and always strive to benefit not only our users, but also everyone and every life,” said Zhang. “Alongside other industry leaders in the UNGC, EZVIZ is motivated to contribute to a better future for generations to come.”

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