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Itinerary for the Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, for Sunday, April 29, 2018:   Toronto, Ontario 7 p.m. The Prime Minister will attend the #TorontoStrong Vigil for those who have been affected by the tragedy in Toronto that took place on...

Itinerary for the Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, for Sunday, April 29, 2018:   Toronto, Ontario 7 p.m. The Prime Minister will attend the #TorontoStrong Vigil for those who have been affected by the tragedy in Toronto that took place on...

Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, will attend a vigil in Mel Lastman Square in Toronto on Sunday, April 29, 2018, at 7 p.m. The vigil will be an opportunity to stand in solidarity with Torontonians, who...

We would like to thank the Transportation Safety Board for their work on the report that was released today.  While this report cannot restore what has been lost, it is our hope the learnings from this tragic event can be used to prevent similar...

On April 24, 2018, Garry Nelson Bunn, an inmate from the Regional Psychiatric Centre, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes. At the time of his death, Mr. Bunn, 68 years old, had been serving an indeterminate sentence for Sexual...

The Governor General of Canada wishes to share a message addressed to all Canadians from Her Majesty The Queen following the tragedy in Toronto: "Prince Philip and I join all Canadians in expressing our sadness following the terrible tragedy that...

Home Bancorp, Inc. (the "Company"), the parent company for Home Bank, N.A. (the "Bank") (www.home24bank.com), deeply regrets to announce that Kathy J. Bobbs, a director of the company, died unexpectedly on April 21, 2018. Mrs. Bobbs had been a...

Today, AARP Chief Executive Officer Jo Ann Jenkins released the following statement on the passing of Barbara Bush:  "Barbara Bush probably wouldn't have liked to have been described as an activist, but she was, and in...

Last night, America lost a national treasure. Former First Lady Barbara Bush was dedicated to her family, devoted to her country, and inspired millions of Americans with her grace, dignity and humor. Few families have defined American politics as...

The Latino Coalition (TLC), the leading, national non-partisan advocacy organization representing Hispanic businesses and consumers, issued the following statement on the passing of former First Lady Barbara Bush: "We are deeply saddened by the...

The White House Historical Association joins the nation in its remembrance of First Lady Barbara Bush and the warmth, care for others, love of country, and humor she brought to her roles as Second and First Lady of the United States. Beginning,...

Mary Rodas, Director of Admissions of New York College of Health Professions and the youngest member of the Hispanic American Hall of Fame wishes to send a special condolence to the family of Barbara Bush. "Barbara Bush was a great American who...

"Barbara Bush embodied strength, grace and dedication to family and faith. Her life was the very definition of what we at Points of Light hold up and support though our mission, a life that includes service to others. A tireless advocate for...

Today, the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy mourns the passing and celebrates the legacy of its founder. Barbara Pierce Bush?a beloved first lady, proud mother of six children, accomplished author and passionate champion for family...

The leader of the nation's largest veteran's organization, American Legion National Commander Denise H. Rohan, issued the following statement regarding the passing of former First Lady Barbara Bush: "The American Legion joins the world in mourning...

Allie Mae Allen, the loveable and spirited Cocker Spaniel who told her own life story in Mardi Allen's popular anthology, Dog Stories for the Soul, has passed away following a massive seizure. With her at the time was her publisher James L. Dickerson...

Nelnet is mourning the death of co-founder and Board Vice Chairman Stephen F. Butterfield, who passed away on April 16, 2018, following heart complications. Butterfield also served as co-chief executive officer from 1996 to 2007. "Our company is...

The following is a letter from Palisade Capital Management: Clients and Friends, We are very sad to announce that Palisade Capital Management Founder Martin L.  Berman, 77, passed away unexpectedly last night after a brief illness that emerged only...

This year, Tally-Ho Carriage Tours is celebrating 115 years of service in the City of Victoria. The company's big draught horses pulling burgundy and white carriages have become what Chamber of Commerce CEO Catherine Holt calls an "iconic tourism...

The entire family at ongoing TV series Military Makeover mourns the death of its cherished drill instructor, actor and veteran advocate R. Lee Ermey, "The Gunny," at age 74.   "We at BrandStar are deeply saddened by the...

Preferred Apartment Communities, Inc. ("PAC" or the "Company") is profoundly saddened to announce that the Company's Co-Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, John A. Williams unexpectedly passed away earlier today. The Company's Board of...

On April 13, 2018, Yves Bélanger, an inmate from Archambault Institution died while in our custody. At the time of his death, Mr. Bélanger, 57 years old, had been serving a life sentence for second degree murder since December 15, 1986. As in all...

Esmark, Inc. represents more than 2,000 student athletes including those affiliated with Johnstown Tomahawks, Esmark Stars, Esmark All-Americans, Quaker Valley Hockey, FC Pittsburgh and Esmark Youth Development. Esmark, Inc., management and...

Royal Canadian Mounted Police in "V" Division (Nunavut) are presently investigating the sudden off-duty death of one of their own near the community of Kugluktuk. The death occurred as a result of a snowmobile accident near an area known as Blood...

It is with great sadness that the Hamamatsu Photonics family announces the passing of our honorary chairman and past President, Mr. Teruo Hiruma, on March 29th. He was 91 years old. Affectionately known as "TH," he led...

Freeport Resources Inc. ("Freeport") is pleased to announce appointment of Martin MacKinnon MBA as Director.  Appointed CFO in 2012, MacKinnon has over 30 years experience in developing new strategic corporate directions.  With a broad background in...

Anna Chennault, the legendary figure in U.S.-China relations, has passed away at the age of 94, in Washington, D.C. Mrs. Chennault, the widow of United States General Claire Lee Chennault of the "Flying Tigers" fame, was a long-time member of...

Ashford Inc. ("Ashford" or the "Company") today announced with great sadness the passing of long-time executive David A. Brooks, who served in multiple leadership roles with the Company and its advised platforms since 2003.  He was 58. "We are...

It is with great sadness that the MEI received the news of the passing of entrepreneur and philanthropist Peter Munk. Mr. Munk, who founded Barrick Gold and turned it into one of the greatest mining successes in the world, was a model entrepreneur,...

Diplomats, Jewish leaders, representatives of New York ethnic and faith groups, and members of the American Jewish Committee (AJC) gathered at the global Jewish advocacy group's headquarters this morning to memorialize Mireille Knoll, the 85-year-old...

Mr. Peter Munk has been one of the hospital's most influential and loyal supporters for many years, serving on the Board of Trustees of the hospital, acting as an advisor to many of the hospital's leaders, and supporting the creation, evolution and...

AJC mourns the passing of Linda Brown. She was the subject of the landmark United States Supreme Court decision 64 years ago that ended school desegregation. An AJC amicus brief was influential in the landmark ruling. In the Brown v. Board of...

Former Georgia Governor Zell Miller passed away earlier today.  The Democrat and former U.S. Senator was 86 years old. Family Research Council (FRC) President Tony Perkins released the following statement in FRC's daily...

Toys"R"Us, Inc. today issued the following statement: There have been many sad moments for Toys"R"Us in recent weeks, and none more heartbreaking than today's news about the passing of our beloved founder, Charles Lazarus, after a period of...

The passing of comedy icon Mike MacDonald is a terrible loss for all Canadians. Our hearts go out to his family, friends and fans. An Ottawa native, Mike was known not only for his comedic prowess, but also for his gentle and generous character. He...

Capstone Mining Corp. ("Capstone") is saddened to report that a fatal accident occurred at its Cozamin Mine on Sunday, March 18, 2018. An electrical technician was injured while working on an underground voltage regulator. He was transported...

David Colvill Lincoln, an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and civic leader whose vision and passion helped shape the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy into a globally recognized think tank and propel it into the 21st century, died at his home in...

It is with great sadness and deep regret that the Chang family announces the death of Hapkido Grandmaster Chinil Chang, who passed away peacefully in his sleep on Feb. 23, 2018, at the age of 77 as a result of Hypertensive Cardiovascular Disease....

Compassion & Choices today mourned the death of English physicist Stephen Hawking and praised him for his support of medical aid in dying as an option for terminally ill adults to peacefully end unbearable suffering. Hawking had a motor neuron...

The following is a statement from acting NASA Administrator Robert Lightfoot on the passing of visionary physicist Stephen Hawking, who died at his home in Cambridge, England, early Wednesday morning. "Today, the world...

It is with profound sadness that we confirm the tragic death of Dr. Jennifer Gonzales Shushereba, a 2013 graduate of the PGSP - Stanford Psy.D. Consortium at Palo Alto University.  Dr. Gonzales Shushereba was one of three staff members of The Pathway...

AJC, the global Jewish advocacy organization, mourns the passing of its former Los Angeles director, Neil Sandberg. He was 92 years old. "For decades, Neil Sandberg was both an exemplary leader of our Los Angeles region, and a pioneering visionary....

Nasdaq: HNRG ? We regret to announce the passing of Victor P. Stabio, age 70, Wednesday night, March 7.  Vic served as our CEO from 1991 through 2014 and more recently as the Board Chairman.  Vic was instrumental in transforming Hallador from a...

William J. Pulte (Bill), active philanthropist, family man, and founder of home building giant PulteGroup Inc. (PHM) passed away on March 7, 2018 after 85 years of helping those most in need and building several highly successful businesses....

"It is with great sadness we inform that Jeff Hohler suddenly and unexpectedly passed away today", says Kai Wärn, President and CEO of Husqvarna Group. "Our thoughts go out to Jeff's family and to those closest to him in this deeply tragic moment. I...

"It is with a heavy heart that we share that William J. Pulte (Bill), the anonymous philanthropist, family man, and founder of PulteGroup (PHM) passed away today after 85 great years of helping people in need and building highly successful...

The Civilian Review and Complaints Commission for the RCMP (CRCC) has initiated a complaint and a public interest investigation into the RCMP's investigation of the death of Mr. Colten Boushie and the events that followed. Furthermore, at the...

With deep regret and sadness we learned of the death of Madame Jacqueline Desmarais. With her passing, the artistic milieu loses one of its most fervent supporters. Our thoughts are with her family and close friends, to whom we convey our deepest...

The Desmarais Family announces that Jacqueline Desmarais died today.  Mme Desmarais was married to The Honourable Paul G. Desmarais who died in 2013. Mme Desmarais was the mother of Paul Desmarais Jr., André Desmarais, Louise Desmarais and Sophie...

It is with great sadness that we learned yesterday of the passing of Mr. Franklin Delaney. The Quebecor Fund, its employees and its board of directors wish to pay him a glowing tribute and thank him for a 50+ year career efficiently dedicated to the...