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The Week in Canadian Press Releases: 10 Stories You Need to See

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

TORONTO, Nov. 22, 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.

Public Test of Alert Ready on November 20, 2024 
The Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) requires wireless service providers and broadcasters to send at least one test alert per year, either in May during Emergency Preparedness Week and/or in November. Participation in the testing of Alert Ready is at the sole discretion of each provincial and territorial emergency management organization (EMO). The test message will simulate an emergency alert, beginning with the alert tone, known as the Canadian Alert Attention Signal. The message will indicate that it is a test and does not require action from the public.Clarivate Reveals Highly Cited Researchers 2024 List 
Analysts at the Institute for Scientific Information (ISI)™ have recognized 6,636 Highly Cited Researchers in 2024 from more than 1,200 institutions in 59 nations and regions. The rigorous evaluation and selection process draws on data from the Web of Science Core Collection™ citation index, together with qualitative analysis performed by experts at the ISI at Clarivate™. The list provides valuable insights into the global landscape of top research talent and identifies trends across countries, regions and institutions. Mainland China and Hong Kong SAR made sizeable gains, while the United States gradually lost share. This trend reflects a geographic, political and cultural rebalancing of top-tier scientific and scholarly contributions.Skip Unveils Canada’s Most Wanted Bites and TikTok-Worthy Treats with 2024 Order Trends 
“Our annual ordering trends once again showcase the fabulous flavours that are fueling our cravings across the country,” said Melanie Fatouros-Richardson, VP of Communications & Government Relations at Skip. “With appetite for convenience reaching new heights, this year we continued to expand the roster of iconic brands available on Skip, launching Starbucks, Rexall and Shake Shack! We’re continuing to deliver the goods from coast to coast, so Canadians can get back to the good part of their day, whether it’s a cozy night in, family movie night or a much-needed breakfast in bed!”Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie campaign is here, with 100% of proceeds donated to local charities and community groups, including Tim Hortons Foundation Camps 
Tim Hortons second-annual Holiday Smile Cookie campaign is back today until Nov. 24 with 100 per cent of proceeds donated to local charities and community groups, including Tim Hortons Foundation Camps. “Since 1996, Canadians have shown incredible support for our iconic Smile Cookie program, which has now raised over $129 million for charities and community groups. Last year we launched the inaugural Holiday Smile Cookie campaign and it was an amazing success, raising $9.8 million. We’re looking forward to serving Canadians millions of hand-decorated Holiday Smile Cookies starting today and together supporting over 400 local charities and community groups, including Tim Hortons Foundation Camps.”Roche Canada Announces New Informatics Jobs in Ontario’s Life Sciences Sector
Hoffmann-La Roche Limited (Roche Canada) is pleased to announce, with support from the Government of Ontario through its agency, Invest Ontario, the addition of up to 250 new jobs to Ontario. Most of these highly-skilled, technical jobs will be in innovative areas like artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, computational biology, and data analytics and will be part of Roche’s Global Informatics function. The jobs will address real challenges in healthcare by advancing Roche’s understanding of diseases and helping deliver innovations faster to patients. This marks the first collaboration of this kind for Roche Canada with Invest Ontario, which will help further Ontario’s ambition of becoming a global leader in life sciences. RECONAFRICA ANNOUNCES AN OPERATIONAL UPDATE, APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS AND THE FILING OF QUARTERLY FINANCIAL REPORTS 
The Company is currently drilling ahead on the Naingopo exploration well at a depth of approximately 4,000 metres (13,125 feet). On completion of drilling activities, the Company will undertake a comprehensive logging and coring program, and perform a vertical seismic profile of the well. Results of the well will be provided following a thorough analysis of an extensive logging program and any obtained oil or natural gas samples. Joining the Board of Directors as an independent director is W. Derek Aylesworth, an independent businessman. Mr. Aylesworth has over 30 years of experience in the Canadian oil and gas industry having previously served as Chief Financial Officer of TSX listed Seven Generations Energy and TSX and NYSE listed Baytex Energy Corporation.GROUPE DYNAMITE PRICES INITIAL PUBLIC OFFERING OF SUBORDINATE VOTING SHARES 
Groupe Dynamite Inc. (“Groupe Dynamite” or the “Company”) announced today that it has obtained a receipt for its final base PREP prospectus filed with the securities regulatory authorities of all provinces and territories in Canada with respect to its initial public offering, and has entered into an underwriting agreement with respect to the offering of an aggregate of 14,285,715 subordinate voting shares of Groupe Dynamite at a price of $21 per share. The shares are being sold to the underwriters by the selling shareholders for gross proceeds to the selling shareholders of approximately $300,000,015.Orla Mining Announces Strategic Expansion into Canada with Acquisition of the Musselwhite Gold Mine
Orla Mining Ltd. (TSX: OLA) (NYSE: ORLA) (“Orla” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce it has entered into a definitive agreement (the “Agreement”) to acquire the Musselwhite Gold Mine (“Musselwhite”) in Ontario from Newmont Corporation (“Newmont”) for upfront cash consideration of $810 million and gold-price linked contingent consideration of $40 million (the “Transaction”)1. The cash consideration will be financed through a combination of cash, existing undrawn debt capacity, new indebtedness, a gold pre-pay facility, and convertible notes led by Orla’s existing cornerstone investors. There is no upfront equity dilution associated with the Transaction.Manulife President & CEO Roy Gori Announces His Intention to Retire in May 2025 
Manulife Financial Corporation’s (MFC) Board today announced that President and Chief Executive Officer Roy Gori has informed them of his intention to retire, effective May 8, 2025, with Phil Witherington appointed as his successor and joining the Board of Directors at that time. “It has been my honour to serve as Manulife’s President and CEO and I’m extremely proud of our team’s many accomplishments. We’ve delivered superior operating results, de-risked our business, and become a digital customer leader in our industry,” said Mr. Gori. “These results have enabled us to deliver market leading total shareholder return and wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible dedication and engagement of our outstanding global team.”Leading Retailer Stokes Inc. Initiates Restructuring to Reposition Business and Return to Profitability 
Stokes Inc. (“Stokes” or “the Company”), the largest independent tableware and kitchenware retailer in Canada, announced today that it has initiated the process to reposition its business for future growth and profitability by securing court protection under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (“CCAA”). The difficult but necessary decision was made to facilitate the implementation of the Company’s strategy that will secure its long-term viability in the best interest of its employees, customers and suppliers. Stokes has been a cornerstone of the Canadian retail community since 1935 and like most other retailers, is adapting to fundamental changes in the industry and a deteriorating macroeconomic environment.

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About Cision Canada

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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HTX Launches “$HTX Frenzy” with $100,000 Prize Pool and Apple Device Giveaways

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PANAMA CITY, Panama, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HTX, a leading global digital asset exchange, recently launched the “$HTX Frenzy” campaign, offering a total prize pool of 100,000 USDT plus Apple device rewards. The campaign runs from April 24, 10:00 to May 15, 10:00 (UTC) and spans four participation tracks: $HTX holdings airdrop, spot trading competition, grid trading challenge, and flexible earn.

Details: https://www.htx.com/en-us/mars/web/activity-center?callId=177699796735259

$HTX Holdings Airdrop: Hold More, Win More

Users who register and maintain a qualifying average $HTX balance during the campaign period will unlock airdrop eligibility. Rewards include spot trading fee rebate vouchers, grid trading experience funds, and random USDT airdrops. Higher-tier holders gain access to limited Apple device draws — including 100 AirPods Pro 3 units and 50 Apple Watch Ultra 3 units (distributed as equivalent USDT).

Spot Trading Competition: Top Prize of 5,000 USDT

Users trading the $HTX/USDT spot pair compete for a share of the 20,000 USDT prize pool, ranked by cumulative trading volume. The top trader takes home 5,000 USDT, with additional rewards for the top 10 finishers. All other participants share the remaining pool proportionally by trading volume.

Grid Trading Challenge: Share a $10,000 $HTX Prize Pool

Users who create a $HTX/USDT spot grid strategy meeting the minimum investment and runtime requirements will share a $10,000 worth of $HTX tokens, distributed by trading volume contribution. First-time grid traders receive an additional USDT spot grid trial bonus after the campaign ends.

Flexible Earn: APY Boosted, Withdraw Anytime

Users who subscribe now to $HTX Flexible Earn will receive a 4% annual yield for the duration of the campaign. The product supports instant deposits and withdrawals, making it a straightforward option for holders looking to earn on idle assets without locking up funds.

The “$HTX Frenzy” campaign brings together four distinct participation modes — passive holding, active trading, quantitative strategies, and yield generation — under a single $HTX-centered framework. HTX will continue building out incentive structures around the $HTX token, creating more ways for holders and active traders to engage with the ecosystem.

About HTX

Founded in 2013, HTX (formerly Huobi) has evolved from a virtual asset exchange into a comprehensive ecosystem of blockchain businesses that span digital asset trading, financial derivatives, research, investments, incubation, and other businesses.

As a world-leading gateway to Web3, HTX harbors global capabilities that enable it to provide users with safe and reliable services. Adhering to the growth strategy of “Global Expansion, Thriving Ecosystem, Wealth Effect, Security & Compliance,” HTX is dedicated to providing quality services and values to virtual asset enthusiasts worldwide.

To learn more about HTX, please visit https://www.htx.com/ or HTX Square, and follow HTX on X, Telegram, and Discord.

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Thunes Deputy CEO Chloé Mayenobe Honoured with Inspiration Award by Women in Payments EU & UK

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LONDON, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Thunes, the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world, is proud to announce that Chloé Mayenobe, Deputy CEO at Thunes, has been named the winner of the Inspiration category at the 2026 Women in Payments EU & UK Awards.

 

 

The prestigious award was presented during the Women in Payments Awards ceremony in London on April 28, recognising women who drive impact, lead with vision, and shape the future of the global payments ecosystem.

The Inspiration Award celebrates leaders who motivate others through thought leadership and a commitment to the industry. In her acceptance speech, Chloé emphasised that while infrastructure and interoperability are rarely the first words associated with inspiration, they serve as the ultimate equaliser in the modern financial world.

Chloé Mayenobe, Deputy CEO of Thunes, said: “I’m honoured to receive this Inspiration Award, but the true inspiration is the mission I lead at Thunes. We are challenging the status quo of global payments, proving that no market is out of reach. By connecting fragmented ecosystems, we go beyond moving money, we’re inspiring a world where location no longer dictates a business’s potential and access to financial services. I am grateful to every single person who has supported me along the way for this award, and above all, to our team of Thunesters who rally behind our mission and serve as my inspiration every day.”

About Thunes:

Thunes is the Smart Superhighway to move money around the world. Thunes’ proprietary Direct Global Network allows Members to make payments in real-time in over 140 countries and more than 90 currencies. Thunes’ Network connects directly to over 12 billion mobile wallets, stablecoin wallets and bank accounts worldwide, as well as 15 billion cards via more than 220 different payment methods, such as GCash, M-Pesa, Airtel, MTN, Orange, JazzCash, Easypaisa, AliPay, WeChat Pay HK and many more. Thunes’ Direct Global Network differentiates itself through its worldwide reach, in-house SmartX Treasury System and Fortress Compliance Platform, ensuring Members of the Network receive unrivaled speed, control, visibility, protection, and cost efficiencies when making real-time payments, globally. Members of Thunes’ Direct Global Network include gig economy giants like Uber and Deliveroo, super-apps like Grab and WeChat, MTOs, fintechs, PSPs and banks. Headquartered in Singapore, Thunes has offices in 14 locations, including Atlanta, Barcelona, Beijing, Dubai, Hong Kong, Johannesburg, London, Manila, Nairobi, Paris, Riyadh, San Francisco and Shanghai. For more information, visit: https://www.thunes.com/

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Nominations Open for Platts Global Energy Awards 2026

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Call for nominations across range of 19 categories celebrating industry excellence,
innovation and impact

NEW YORK, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — S&P Global Energy, the leading independent provider of information, data, analysis, benchmark prices and workflow solutions for the commodities, energy expansion and energy transition markets, today announced the call for nominations for the Platts Global Energy Awards program, now in its 28th year. Nominations will close on July 1, 2026, and finalists will be announced on the Awards website on September 1, 2026.

“We are proud to open nominations to recognize excellence in energy through our 2026 Platts Global Energy Awards that spotlight exemplary leadership across companies, initiatives and individual performance that advance energy security, resilience in decarbonization progress, technology, community impact and more,” said Lyn Tattum, Vice President, Head of Conferences, Training & Strategic Media, S&P Global Energy. “Steering a course for the energy of the future is no small feat amid ongoing transformation, surging AI-driven energy demand, and an increasingly complex global environment”.

Often described as “the Oscars of the energy industry,” the Platts Global Energy Awards program recognizes corporate and individual innovation, leadership, and exemplary performance across a range of 19 categories. The categories include Upstream, Midstream, Downstream, Liquefied Natural Gas, Power, Chemicals, Finance as well as corporate awards such as Infrastructure Project of the Year, Energy Deal of the Year, Energy Company of the Year and also personal awards for Rising Star Individual, Lifetime Achievement, Chief Executive of the Year, and more.

The judging process will rely on the expertise of an impartial panel of international energy experts whose background and experience include regulation, policymaking, corporate leadership, trading, and strategic consulting. The judges evaluate the finalists based on the criteria listed for each category, taking into consideration, where appropriate, company profiles and financial performance in the designated timeframe. The winners are then selected by the independent panel of judges and will be announced at a black-tie awards ceremony on December 3, 2026 in New York City. Neither S&P Global Energy nor its event sponsors submit votes or select winners.

For information on event sponsorships, contact Oliver Sawyer or Ashley Matthews Greenleaf at: oliver.sawyer@spglobal.com or telephone 07483922681, and ashley.greenleaf@spglobal.com or telephone +1 346-651-8174, respectively.  

Access the full list of nomination categories and event details at the Platts Global Energy Awards website. 

Media Contacts    
Americas/EMEA: Kathleen Tanzy +1 917-331-4607, kathleen.tanzy@spglobal.com   
Asia/EMEA: Melissa Tan +65-81897569, melissa.tan@spglobal.com

About S&P Global Energy
At S&P Global Energy, our comprehensive view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make superior decisions and create long-term, sustainable value. Our four core capabilities are: Platts for pricing and news; CERA for research and advisory; Horizons for energy expansion and sustainability solutions; and Events for industry collaboration.

S&P Global Energy is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global enables businesses, governments, and individuals with trusted data, expertise, and technology to make decisions with conviction. We are Advancing Essential Intelligence through world-leading benchmarks, data, and insights that customers need in order to plan confidently, act decisively, and thrive in a rapidly changing global landscape. Learn more at www.spglobal.com/energy

 

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