News by subject: SRI

Indigenous Peoples face multiple barriers in accessing adequate mental health care, primarily due to systemic racism stemming from colonial practices and policies like residential schooling. The Government of Canada is committed to addressing...

Merchants Capital is pleased to announce the closing of Merchants Capital Tax Credit Equity Fund 15, L.P. (Merchants Fund 15). Merchants Fund 15 represents the company's largest and most diverse national fund with a total capital raise of $196.5...

The Front Line Foundation (TFLF) announced today that it has given a $20,000 death benefit to the family of St. Paul Firefighter Chris Parsons of Minneapolis, who was killed in the line of duty on June 15 from a cardiac arrest caused by working...

When young people learn, work and succeed, Canada thrives. That is why the Government of Canada continues to invest in youth, so that they get the education, the experience, and the job opportunities to build a stronger Canada for generations to...

Pre-arrival settlement services are key to setting newcomers up for success in Canada. They provide newcomers with the information and support they need to make informed decisions about their new lives in Canada before they arrive, which helps them...

Canada's pollution pricing system creates incentives for industries to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions; drives innovation and sustainable business practices; and fosters a cleaner, more environmentally responsible future. Through the...

COP28 President-Designate Dr. Sultan Al Jaber outlines an action plan focused on fast-tracking the energy transition, fixing climate finance, focusing on adaptation to protect lives and livelihoods, and underpinning everything with full...

Today at the Calgary Stampede, Francis Drouin, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, announced an investment of more than $12 million on behalf of the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau to the Canadian Cattle Association...

Over 122 million more people are facing hunger in the world since 2019 due to the pandemic and repeated weather shocks and conflicts, including the war in Ukraine, according to the latest State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI)...

The Points of Light Board of Directors is excited to announce Jennifer Sirangelo will become the next president and CEO of the organization beginning September 5, 2023. Points of Light is a global nonprofit that inspires, equips, and mobilizes...

Envista Holdings Corporation ("Envista") will report financial results for its second quarter 2023 on Wednesday, August 2, 2023. Envista will discuss these results on a conference call on the same day beginning at 2:00 PM PT and lasting...

The Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, will announce funding to improve health outcomes for people at risk of substance-related harms and overdose across British Columbia and the...

The Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, will announce funding to improve health outcomes for people at risk of substance-related harms and overdose across British Columbia and the...

Ya'ara Saks, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, will be in Vancouver to announce project funding through the Early Learning and Child Care Innovation Program to improve services for families across...

Today, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, the Honourable Helena Jaczek, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, Michael McLeod, Member of Parliament for Northwest Territories, the Honourable Paulie...

Ya'ara Saks, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, will be in Vancouver to announce project funding through the Early Learning and Child Care Innovation Program to improve services for families across...

Canadians are calling for action to fight climate change in a way that will build a strong economy, keep life affordable, and ensure clean air for our communities. Today, the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship...

Columbia Banking System, Inc. ("Columbia" Nasdaq: COLB), parent company of Umpqua Bank, today announced it will release second quarter 2023 financial results on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, after market close. The Company will host a conference call for...

The Honourable Pascale St?Onge, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for CED, today announced a $100,000 non?repayable contribution for Abenaki Aventure. This CED support has allowed the business to build four-season cottages and develop...

Connecting policy, technology, finance, and people is essential to keep 1.5C within reach. Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, COP28 President-Designate, meets with His Majesty King Charles III, UK Government ministers, industry leaders across tech and finance, and...

Today, Arielle Kayabaga, Member of Parliament for London West, on behalf of the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing and Diversity and Inclusion, alongside Peter Fragiskatos, Member of Parliament for London North Centre, officially opened 110...

Supporting the growth of SMEs contributes to economic development in Quebec's regions. That is why the Honourable Pascale St?Onge, Member of Parliament for Brome?Missisquoi, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for CED, accompanied by...

Pre-arrival settlement services are key to setting newcomers up for success in Canada. They provide newcomers with the information and support they need to make informed decisions about their new lives in Canada before they arrive, which helps them...

Everytable, a mission-driven food company that fights for food justice by making fresh, nutritious food accessible and affordable for all, announced today that it has successfully raised $25 million in the initial closing of its Series C-2 preferred...

Miracle Mile Advisors (Miracle Mile), a national, award-winning, independent registered investment adviser (RIA) offering highly customized, holistic wealth management to high-net-worth clients across the nation, has appointed Bruce Milam as the...

Pam Damoff, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Public Safety, will be making an announcement on behalf of the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry. Date:  Tuesday, June 27, 2023 Time: 1 pm (ET)...

Pam Damoff, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Public Safety, will be making an announcement on behalf of the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry. Date:  Tuesday, June 27, 2023 Time: 1 pm (ET)...

Supercritical, the vetted carbon...

MPOWER Financing, a mission-driven fintech firm and a leading provider of scholarships and no-cosigner loans to promising students from around the world, has announced the launch of the Global Citizens Fund, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit scholarship fund...

Bernstein Private Wealth Management (Bernstein), a unit of AllianceBernstein L.P. , today announced the introduction of a private label donor-advised fund (DAF) program, the Bernstein Philanthropic Impact Fund. The DAF program will be administered by...

The Commissioner of Official Languages, Raymond Théberge, made the following statement following the passage of Bill C-13, entitled An Act to amend the Official Languages Act, to enact the Use of French in Federally Regulated Private Businesses Act...

CVS Health® today announced an $8.4 million investment with Community Housing of Maine ("CHOM"), the Portland Housing Authority and Boston Financial that will lead to the construction of 52 affordable housing units for older adults as part of the...

Today marks the conclusion of the third edition of the A.R.M. Holding Children's Programme. This cultural education programme is the largest of its kind in the UAE, aimed at inspiring the next generation of creative minds and cultivating a passion...

O'Shaughnessy Ventures LLC ("OSV"), an investment firm that empowers creators, has awarded an O'Shaughnessy Fellowship to Oghenekevwe Emadago.  Emadago's company, Girlified LTD, created the Girlified sanitary pad in 2022. It is made from banana...

The Decarbon8-US Fund released a Request for Proposal (RFP) for companies working on the decarbonization of manmade structures, including residential and commercial buildings and infrastructure operating technologies and services. Applications will...

Social purpose organizations, such as social enterprises, non-profits, charities and co?operatives, are at the forefront of tackling Canada's persistent social and environmental challenges, and they are key contributors to the Canadian economy. Since...

As world leaders gather in Paris 22-23 June to lay the foundation for a new global financial architecture sensitive to the needs of developing countries, facing multiple climate and economic crises, the International Fund for Agricultural Development...

Turn Biotechnologies, a cell rejuvenation company developing novel mRNA medicines for untreatable, age-related conditions, announced that its co-founder Vittorio Sebastiano discussed the benefits of using epigenetic reprogramming delivered via Turn...

Turn Biotechnologies, a cell rejuvenation company developing novel mRNA medicines for untreatable, age-related conditions, announced that its co-founder Vittorio Sebastiano will be a featured participant at one of the world's longest-running...

Highlights Partnership with Detronic is key milestone as Appian looks to deploy clean energy solutions at its operations to off-set and reduce CO2 emissions on a portfolio basis Development of 62.4MWp of solar power plants will provide attractive...

Desjardins is proud to support Alliance de l'Énergie de l'Est?a coalition of 209 municipal and Indigenous governments representing 16 regional county municipalities in eastern Quebec and the Magdalen Islands?in its efforts to build and operate wind...

TFG is pleased to announce that Trace Roller has joined the team as Manager of Grants Strategic Development. Trace brings over twenty years of experience in government relations and business development along with a proven track record having secured...

Los Angeles-based international film company N FILMS has sealed a momentous $100 million deal with an undisclosed Middle East investment fund. This collaboration will provide meaningful funding, covering up to 75% of the budget, for the production of...

Metalex, an emerging US mining and metals company operating across the African continent, has raised $2 million in seed funding. This funding will enable the company to expand its metal processing operations, enhance its technology platform, and grow...

Climate change affects us all. Warming temperatures and increased extreme weather events like heat waves, floods and wildfires already pose a serious threat to our health and wellbeing. These events are becoming more frequent and more severe. They...

An efficient and reliable transportation system is essential to making life more affordable for Canadians and combatting the rising cost of living. The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring our supply chains grow the economy and create good,...

Today, TD Bank Group (TD) is pleased to announce the 20 recipients of its TD Scholarships for Community Leadership program. This year's students have been recognized for their outstanding achievements and contribution such as: creating student...

Today Valerie Bradford, Member of Parliament for Kitchener South?Hespeler, and Mary Chevreau, Chief Executive Officer of the Kitchener Public Library, announced a federal investment of more than $5.9 million to build a new public library in...

?Living Cities announced its new partnership with Known, a finance and asset management firm, to house its?$100?million?Catalyst Fund III, an investment vehicle designed to confront and address underinvestment in Black, Indigenous, People of Color...

Momentus Securities , a first-of-its-kind investment bank with a social purpose, has launched with the goal of driving institutional capital to America's small businesses and nonprofits ? and positioning "social impact" as a fully investable asset...