A roundup of the most newsworthy press
releases from Cision Distribution this week
TORONTO, May 17, 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.
- FRITO LAY CANADA RECALLS
SUNCHIPS ® HARVEST CHEDDAR AND MUNCHIES ® ORIGINAL SNACK MIX OUT OF
AN ABUNDANCE OF CAUTION DUE TO POSSIBLE HEALTH RISK
Frito Lay Canada today announced that out of an abundance of
caution it is voluntarily recalling SunChips Harvest Cheddar
Flavour Multigrain Snacks and Munchies Original Snack
Mix. This action is the direct result of a seasoning
supplier's notification that an ingredient supplied to it by a
third party was potentially contaminated with
salmonella. Although no salmonella was found in the
seasoning supplied to Frito Lay Canada, the company has
decided to recall these products out of an abundance of caution.
Frito Lay Canada is working closely with the Canadian Food
Inspection Agency (CFIA) to ensure the recalled products are
removed from the marketplace.
- Toronto Hydro announces new President and Chief Executive
Officer
Ms. Mosley is an experienced industry leader with
over two decades in the energy sector, including seven years in
senior executive roles. She currently serves as President, ENMAX
Power Corporation and was previously Senior Vice President, ENMAX
Power. In these roles Ms. Mosley had accountability for the
development and safe operation of Calgary's electric grid
and non-regulated construction services. She led the utility to top
quartile performance with a focus on safety, people and culture,
customer experience, grid modernization, financial performance,
regulatory reform and operational excellence including a focus on
Environment, Social and Governance (ESG).
- The tpl:map program reaches new heights with addition of the
CN Tower
Two iconic Toronto organizations, Toronto Public
Library (TPL) and the CN Tower, have joined
together to enrich the cultural experiences of
Torontonians. The library's tpl:map program
welcomes the addition of the CN Tower, offering free admission
using a valid adult library card, similar to how
someone might borrow a book from the Library's collection (subject
to availability, terms and conditions). Passes will be available to
reserve on the tpl:map site starting Thursday, May 16 at
2 p.m, subject to availability. The CN Tower is the most recent
addition to join TPL's growing tpl:map program. In April, four
performing arts organizations joined the program: Hot Docs
Festival, Royal Conservatory of Music, Tafelmusik and Toronto
Symphony Orchestra.
- Circle K Helps Canadians Get Long Weekend Ready with
National Fuel Day Offer
Counting down to the Victoria Day weekend, Circle K, the global
convenience store chain, is set to fuel Canadians' long weekend
plans with its national Circle K Fuel Day offer. More than 1,000
Circle K locations across Canada will offer customers
a 10 cents per litre fuel discount on May 16, 2024,
from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time.
In Ontario and Western Canada*, the discount will be
applied at the pump and the Atlantic region** will receive a coupon
redeemable until August 4, 2024. "As many consider this
holiday weekend the unofficial start of summer, we are excited to
bring all of our valued customers, new and old, some great savings
at the pump," said Louise Warner, Sr. Vice President,
Global Fuels for Alimentation Couche-Tard.
- Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign raised nearly $18.8 million this year in support of over 600
charities and community groups across Canada and in the
United States
"We'd like to extend a huge thank you to every Tims guest who
supported our annual Smile Cookie campaign this year. Through your
generosity and support, we're collectively making a big impact for
more than 600 charities and community groups," says Axel
Schwan, President of Tim Hortons. "I'd also like to send a big
thank you to Tims restaurant owners, their team members and
volunteers who hand-decorated millions upon millions of Smile
Cookies over the course of seven days. A lot of hard work went into
raising such an incredible amount through Smile Cookies this year
and it takes a dedicated team to make it happen!" Tim
Hortons restaurant owners will be presenting their charity
partners with Smile Cookie cheques over the coming weeks.
- Enbridge Reports Record First Quarter 2024 Financial
Results, Reaffirms Financial Guidance and Advances Strategic
Priorities
Greg Ebel, President and CEO
commented the following: "Enbridge remains committed to delivering
long-term shareholder returns supported by stable, diversified,
utility-like earnings. We have a strong balance sheet and credible
track record of returning capital to shareholders with
approximately $34 billion paid out through common
dividends over the past five years, and more than $40
billion expected to be returned over the next five years.
Looking forward, we believe our disciplined approach to capital
allocation and low-risk growth profile will support continued
strong shareholder returns and position us as a first-choice
investment opportunity."
- A GROWING LIST OF ALBERTA
FIRST NATIONS STAND TOGETHER IN SUPPORT OF WOODLAND CREE FIRST
NATION'S TREATY CAMP AGAINST OBSIDIAN ENERGY LTD. (TSE: OBE) |
(NYSEAMERICAN: OBE)
Woodland Cree First Nation is joined by a growing number of First
Nations in Alberta who voice their support for WCFN
in their struggle against Obsidian Energy. "WCFN is a nation with
deep ties across the business community, First Nations, and the
province. We have always supported responsible resource development
and engage in partnerships with companies who comply with their
legal obligations," said Chief Issac Laboucan-Avirom.
"Obsidian Energy says we are being unrealistic in what we are
asking them as a partner, but what is unrealistic about upholding
Indigenous rights and respecting those you do business with?"
- Broadridge and Kyndryl to Partner in Canadian Wealth
Management
"Broadridge has been a long-standing partner and this latest
collaboration is a win-win for our Canadian clients,"
said Farhaz Thobani, President of Kyndryl Canada. "Broadridge
shares our commitment to drive technology innovation at scale,
making them the right acquirer for the SIS business and bringing
additional innovation to our clients." The transaction is not
expected to have a material impact on Broadridge's financial
results and is expected to close in the coming months subject to
customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals. RBC
Capital Markets acted as the exclusive financial advisor to
Broadridge on this transaction.
- Canada's 100 Best
Restaurants List 2024 - Montréal Is Home to the Best Restaurant in
the Country for the Fourth Year
Tourisme Montréal is excited to share that the city once again
stands out in Canada's 100 Best Restaurants,
being home to nearly 30% of the best restaurants in the country and
maintaining its position as a leader with Mon Lapin at the top of
the list. Since the creation of this list 10 years ago, the city
has kept an incomparable reputation for gastronomy, celebrating
this year its fourth recognition as number 1 in Canada. This
performance testifies to the exceptional quality of the local
gastronomic scene and confirms the undisputed reputation of
Montréal as the gastronomic capital of the country.
- After 60 Years in Business, Samko & Miko Toy Warehouse
has Closed
Samko & Miko Toy Warehouse the family run business, formerly
located in Richmond Hill, Ontario has filed for
bankruptcy and Dodick Landau Inc. has been appointed as Trustee.
Started over 60 years ago, the company was a trailblazer in the
discount toy industry. Samko & Miko was known for selling top
brand children's toys and books at unbeatable prices. Their
seasonal warehouse sales and travelling pop up stores have been a
staple in the Canadian toy market for six decades. After facing a
changing and challenging retail landscape the company filed for
bankruptcy. Danbury Global Ltd. & A.D.
Hennick & Associates Inc. will be liquidating their
remaining inventory through an online auction that opens to the
public tomorrow!
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