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First Look : The New Hilton Quebec
First Look : The New Hilton Quebec 440 247 Fernandez relations publiques

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Property Set to Reopen January 2021 Following $70M Renovation
FIRST LOOK: THE NEW HILTON QUEBEC

 

Quebec City, September 14, 2020 — Hilton Quebec is pleased to provide an early reveal of its new look and experience as it embarks on a new era of hospitality.  Nearing the completion of an over $70 million dollar renovation, the hotel is unveiling the first images of its transformation including new contemporary public areas, restaurants, event spaces and re-imagined guest rooms as they will appear when it reopens after a one year closure, January 2021.

The Hilton Quebec is one of the pre-eminent hotels in Quebec City and will have been completely re-defined as we welcome our first returning guests in January 2021.  This renovation represents the most significant investment the property has experienced as confirmed by the hotel owner, the Canadian company Innvest Hotels.   “It is with great excitement that we are rapidly approaching the re-opening of property, our investment in the Hilton Quebec highlights our continued support of this amazing hotel, their team and our confidence in the Quebec City market” says James Wolfe, Vice President Asset Management of InnVest Hotels.

“We look forward to reopening our doors and welcoming back guests, our team members and the community,” said Jean-François Lincourt, General Manager of the Hilton Quebec. “Inspired by the beautiful city of Quebec, our guest rooms and public spaces are designed to perfectly meet the needs of today’s traveler, while offering an authentic Quebec local experience .”

A COMPLET OVERHAUL
Guests of Hilton Quebec will enjoy new rooms with a modern, elegant and warm look, showcasing one of the property’s main assets: its breathtaking views.

Each room offers an incomparable view of Old Quebec, the Plaines of Abraham, the St-Lawrence river and the Laurentian mountains.

The building’s infrastructure is undergoing a major makeover, including the exterior cladding that changes from concrete to a lighter and more durable aluminum. A prominent figure in the Quebec City landscape, the hotel will keep the same exterior appearance.

The iconic Hilton Quebec lobby, restaurant and ballroom are also undergoing a renovation that will give visitors and business delegates an impression of grandeur, warmth and authenticity. Renowned chef Simon Renaud, continues to lead the property’s food and beverage team and  is cooking up a completely new culinary experience featuring the richness of the local terroir and its seasons.

With a major investment in its digital infrastructure, Hilton Quebec will be ready to meet the needs of today’s customers, particularly by hosting events in a hybrid format, for both on-site and remote participants.

REOPENING: A SAFE ENVIRONMENT
Guests will have peace of mind when visiting the property with Hilton’s new program, Hilton CleanStay, which delivers an industry-leading standard of cleanliness and disinfection in Hilton properties across the world. New elevated processes and Team Member training have been developed with RB, maker of Lysol and Dettol, to help Hilton Quebec guests enjoy an even cleaner and safer stay from check-in to checkout. New standards for Hilton CleanStay include a Hilton CleanStay Room Seal to indicate that a room has not been accessed since being thoroughly cleaned and disinfected, “knock and go” dropped-off room service, contactless check-in, extra disinfection on the most frequently touched spots in-room, and flexible housekeeping options.

Hilton Quebec is committed to creating event experiences that are clean, flexible, safe and socially responsible. Hilton EventReady with CleanStay provides curated solutions with creative food and beverage, thoughtful technology resources, elevated standards and practices with redesigned spaces for physical distancing, and reimagined ways to meet and gather to create a safe and comfortable environment for event planners and their attendees.

About Hilton Quebec
A 4-star getaway located in the heart of it all! Located steps away from Old Quebec and the main tourist attractions, Hilton Québec is well-known for its impeccable service and exceptional location. Each of the 569 rooms offers spectacular views. With the heated outdoor pool open year round, the 24h gym and a new restaurant, Hilton Quebec really is sure to please.

About Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 18 world-class brands comprising more than 6,200 properties with more than 983,000 rooms, in 118 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its mission to be the world’s most hospitable company, Hilton welcomed more than 3 billion guests in its 100-year history, earned a top spot on the 2019 World’s Best Workplaces list, and was named the 2019 Global Industry Leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices. In 2020, Hilton CleanStay was introduced, bringing an industry-defining standard of cleanliness and disinfection to hotels worldwide. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the 108 million members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can’t buy, plus enjoy instant benefits, including digital check-in with room selection, Digital Key, and Connected Room. Visit newsroom.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.

About InnVest Hotels
InnVest Hotels is a private company that holds one of Canada’s largest hotel portfolios together with a 50% interest in Choice Hotels Canada Inc., one of the largest franchisors of hotels in Canada. InnVest’s portfolio currently comprises 80 hotel properties, with over 10,500 rooms, operated under internationally recognized franchise brands like Fairmont, Hilton, Hyatt, Marriott, Delta, Holiday Inn and Comfort Inn. The organization has 15 hotels across the Province of Quebec. The portfolio is well diversified across hotel accommodation categories, brands, geography and customers. For more information go to innvesthotels.com.

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$10 million project : THEOBROMA Chocolat Introduces is News Factory and Automates its Ideas
$10 million project : THEOBROMA Chocolat Introduces is News Factory and Automates its Ideas 440 247 Fernandez relations publiques

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$10 million project
THEOBROMA CHOCOLAT INTRODUCES ITS NEW FACTORY AND AUTOMATES ITS IDEAS

 

Québec, August 27, 2020 – THEOBROMA Chocolat is proud to introduce its brand-new state-of-the-art factory in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, which will allow it to triple its area and colossally increasing its production in order to become a world-class company. Thanks to investments of nearly $10 million, supported by numerous partners, the North American leader in healthy chocolate is ready to conquer new markets with its new ideas!

“This new factory is a force for positive change for present and future generations. This includes automation and robotization technologies, and is in complete harmony with our business philosophy which is better for you and the planet! All of our new ideas will be created and produced in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, in the Quebec region,” said Jean-René Lemire, co-president and co-founder.

Josée Vigneault and Jean-René Lemire, co-founders and owners of the company since 2008, have chosen to innovate while respecting their fundamental values. They rely on operational excellence, robotization and the automation of production functions with the aim to improve productivity and maximize the ideas and talents of all employees. Ultimately, this project will create more than 20 jobs.

These new ideas have come to fruition thanks to financial assistance from the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED), the National Bank of Canada, the Ministère de l’Agriculture, des Pêcheries et l’Alimentation du Québec (MAPAQ) as part of the Food processing program: robotization and quality systems, the Ministry of Economy and Innovation, and Quebec City’s Entrepreneurial Vision Québec 2023.

Focused on entrepreneurship, innovation, growth, funding and support, Québec City’s Entrepreneurial Vision Québec 2023 aims to make Québec the capital of entrepreneurship in the country. It brings together financial assistance programs and measures to grow businesses. The Vision benefits from $ 75.8 million in funding from the Government of Québec. The City of Québec, the Secrétariat à la Capitale-Nationale and Québec International act as key partners in the diffusion of the Vision. For more information, visit ville.quebec.qc.ca/financement.

A STRONG PHILOSOPHY
Advocating well-being and sustainable development since its foundation, THEOBROMA Chocolat sets itself apart from the traditional manufacturing model. “We are very proud to start a new adventure and help future generations. Social and economic innovations are part of the company’s DNA. We have always done things differently by putting people and pleasure at the heart of our concerns. We want to deliver sustainable solutions through new, nutritious products that are good for chocolate lovers and the environment,” said Lemire.

THEOBROMA Chocolat will launch next September in its North American distribution network its new social innovation campaign to highlight the respect, creativity and cooperation which are important values to the company.

ABOUT THEOBROMA CHOCOLAT
Founded in 2008 by Josée Vigneault and Jean-René Lemire, THEOBROMA Chocolat develops and produces chocolates made with pure, natural and entirely organic cocoa bases. Located in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures, THEOBROMA Chocolat is proud to offer certified organic products that are peanut-free, gluten-free, GMO-free, vegan and Fairtrade. Selling products embodying the spirit of pleasure and health for over a decade, THEOBROMA Chocolat is a recognized leader in the North American organic and Fairtrade gourmet chocolate industry. Constantly on the lookout for innovations likely to promote sustainable development, the products of the Quebec company are appreciated all across Canada.

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THEOBROMA Chocolat | theobromachocholat.com | Facebook |
Kathleen Marcotte, Marketing Director | kathleen.marcotte@vigneaultchocolatier.com |
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South Shore Furniture invites local companies to take advantage of its distribution network
South Shore Furniture invites local companies to take advantage of its distribution network 440 247 Fernandez relations publiques

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Online furniture sales jump by 70%
South Shore Furniture invites local companies to take advantage of its distribution network

Sainte-Croix-de-Lotbinière, April 28th, 2020 – South Shore Furniture has seen an increase of more than 70% in online sales since the start of the recent health crisis, breaking all previous records. Today, the Québec online furniture manufacturer and retailer, which has been a big beneficiary of the recent system-wide explosion in ecommerce, is offering to share its success with other local producers. This is the second crisis, in just over a decade, that South Shore Furniture’s innovative business model has helped it to overcome.

“We have chosen to invest massively in ecommerce right here in Quebec,” said Jean Laflamme, president of the fourth generation family business. “These choices make perfect sense today. The economic shock caused by the pandemic has greatly increased popular interest in local and online shopping. We are now ready to provide new partners with access our vast North American distribution network and online business platform.”

South Shore Furniture, which remains strongly attached to its Québec roots, is now opening the doors to its market to local businesses that offer furniture and décor products that could complement its own offerings.

The company is calling for producers and retailers who do not have online commerce expertise and who are struggling to sell their inventory during this difficult period to communicate with its team to examine possibilities.

EMPLOYEES PROUD TO GET BACK TO WORK, SAFELY
While South Shore Furniture’s Mexican facilities remain completely shut down until the end of May, its St. Croix and Coaticook plants and major distribution centers in the U.S. continue to operate with reduced staff in order to comply with current health regulations.

“South Shore Furniture’s exceptional, motivated and dedicated team has played a key role in helping to meet the growing demand during these challenging times” says Jean Laflamme.

The company’s 1,000 employees are working in highly secure environments, with personal protective equipment, partitioned workspaces, personal distancing enforced in common areas and strict screening of people who could present symptoms of disease.

ABOUT SOUTH SHORE FURNITURE
South Shore Furniture, which was founded in 1940, is the first Canadian manufacturing company to specialize in online furniture sales. The company’s success is rooted in a dedicated team of almost 1,000 employees, located across four factories and three distribution centers in Québec, the United States and Mexico. South Shore Furniture markets more than 1,000 products in six categories. These include bedroom and office furniture, storage solutions and furniture for babies and children. The Quebec company is currently ranked as one of the best managed in all of Canada (bestmanagedcompanies.ca).

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Retirement Residences : Residents’ and Employees’ Health is at the Core of EMD-Batimo’s Priorities
Retirement Residences : Residents’ and Employees’ Health is at the Core of EMD-Batimo’s Priorities 440 227 Fernandez relations publiques

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Retirement residences
RESIDENTS’ AND EMPLOYEES’ HEALTH IS AT THE CORE OF EMD-BATIMO’S PRIORITIES

Saint-Eustache, March 23rd, 2020 – EMD-Batimo, an owner and operator of retirement residences, has rapidly implemented a series of exceptional measures in the wake of government recommendations, in order to ensure the health, well-being and the safety of its residents and its valued employees who are making all the difference right now.

“We strongly encourage families to follow the recommendations of the government authorities and to keep their distance from seniors, in order to provide them with maximum protection. That said, we need your cooperation to help break their isolation. Call your friends, parents and grandparents and use all the technologies at your fingertips to keep in touch with them, but in a safe manner!” said Francis Charron, President of Batimo and Vice President of EMD.

EMD-Batimo employees will continue to offer a host of activities that respect social distancing, in order to enhance the daily lives and preserve the physical and mental health of retirees who are currently living in isolation.

As a responsible and proactive company, EMD-Batimo has also quickly implemented government issued hygiene measures and recommendations and closely monitors ongoing developments.

“There is nothing more important than the health of our residents and employees. The EMD-Batimo team has put everything in place to minimize the risks in order to protect our most vulnerable seniors from COVID-19. I want to offer a heartfelt thanks to our wonderful, dedicated team which has been in the forefront in delivering quality care. You make a difference in people’s lives!” notes Charron.

COME MAKE A DIFFERENCE WITH US
Our seniors remain particularly vulnerable in the current situation. To provide the necessary support in times of crisis, EMD-Batimo is mobilizing volunteers, to help seniors and to perform tasks that improve the well-being of residents who will be confined to quarters during the coming week.

“Rest assured that safety, health and well-being remain our top priorities in implementing this initiative and we will take into account public health recommendations when choosing personnel,” said Charron.

Those interested in volunteering are invited to complete the online form by visiting EMD-Batimo’s Facebook page.

ABOUT EMD-BATIMO
EMD-Batimo, a leader in Québec’s construction and the real estate development industry, is a developer-builder-operator which offers a sophisticated vertically integrated model that fosters the creation of high quality living environments for both customers and partners. EMD-Batimo’s solid team of more than 420 passionate and committed employees has completed projects valued at $1.2 billion since 2006 and currently has $1.5 billion of orders in its pipeline. The company continues to build strategic partnerships, to pursue its growth plan and to explore other markets. Its main mission is to make a difference in people’s lives.

 

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EMD-Batimo | emd-batimo.ca | Facebook |

Introducing the finalists for the donation of $125,000 from iA Financial Group
Introducing the finalists for the donation of $125,000 from iA Financial Group 294 128 Fernandez relations publiques

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INTRODUCING THE FINALISTS FOR THE DONATION OF $125,000 FROM iA FINANCIAL GROUP

Quebec City, November 1, 2019 – iA Financial Group is calling on Canadians to vote for one of the ten charities that have qualified as finalists to receive the grand prize donation of $125,000 in the third edition of the company’s philanthropic contest.

Hundreds of charities working in the health, education and social services sectors that provide respite to the loved ones of persons in need answered iA Financial Group’s call in September and entered the contest. A jury reviewed all projects received from across the country and chose ten finalists, for which you can now vote.

The public has until November 29th to go to donations-contest.ia.ca and vote for the two projects they find most inspiring.

Almost $300,000 will be distributed among the ten finalists, including a donation of $125,000 to the charity that receives the most votes, $50,000 each for second and third place, and $10,000 each for the remaining seven charities. The winners will be announced on December 12th.

The top 10 finalists and their projects (from west to east): 

  1. VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation, VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA
    VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation raises funds for specialized adult health services and research for all British Columbians with complex health problems or injuries. A donation from iA Financial Group would allow the Foundation to fund a pilot project aimed at providing support to caregivers of people with dementia.
  2. Alberta AdaptAbilities Association, EDMONTON, ALBERTA
    AdaptAbilities provides monthly and seasonal support to over 2,000 individuals through three respite centres in Edmonton and offers various activity programs. The $125,000 would allow AdaptAbilities to extend its services to five more locations across the greater Edmonton area and help even more people.
  3. Battleford Boys & Girls Club, NORTH BATTLEFORD, SASKATCHEWAN
    The Club provides a safe place where children and youth can experience new opportunities and develop confidence. The major donation from iA Financial Group would help the Club support even more people through its Drop-In initiative, which includes quality educational and recreational programs, healthy meals, interaction with positive models and essential emotional support.
  4. Ronald McDonald House Toronto, TORONTO, ONTARIO
    Ronald McDonald House serves as a place to call home for families with seriously ill children undergoing treatment. The donation of $125,000 would help Ronald McDonald House Toronto set up a room in the Hospital For Sick Children, accessible 24/7, where family members and caregivers of sick children can take a break and get some rest.
  5.  Massey Centre, TORONTO, ONTARIO
    Massey Centre’s mission is to support vulnerable pregnant and parenting adolescents. A donation from iA Financial Group would help the Centre hire a respite coordinator, who would recruit, train and organize volunteers who want to help young mothers take time for themselves.
  6. Jennifer Ashleigh Children’s Charity (JACC) , UXBRIDGE, ONTARIO
    Jennifer Ashleigh Children’s Charity’s mission is to improve the quality of life for seriously and chronically ill children and their families by providing financial support. A donation from iA Financial Group will help JACC double the number of respite services available to Ontario families for 2020.
  7. The Lighthouse Children and Families, MONTREAL, QUEBEC
    The Lighthouse offers free respite to families of seriously ill children in pediatric palliative care. A donation of $125,000 would help The Lighthouse and its partners extend their services to help families in the Ottawa Valley, Estrie, Mauricie, Abitibi-Témiscamingue and Gaspésie regions.
  8. Association pour l’intégration sociale, région de Québec (AISQ), QUEBEC, QUEBEC
    The AISQ (social integration association, Quebec region) helps improve the wellbeing and quality of life of people with intellectual disabilities and their families. A donation of $125,000 would help support OASIS+, a service that pairs students in social services or occupational therapy with families of people with intellectual disabilities or who are on the autism spectrum.
  9. Centre d’aide aux proches aidants des Basques (CAPAB), TROIS-PISTOLES, QUEBEC
    The mission of the CAPAB (Basques RCM caregiver support centre) is to improve the quality of life of caregivers in the Basques RCM so they can continue to care for their loved one. A donation from iA Financial Group will help the centre improve its in-home respite service and help develop a new respite service outside the home.
  10. Prince Edward Island Association for Community Living (PEIACL) CHARLOTTETOWN, PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND
    The PEIACL assists people with intellectual disabilities and their families to lead the way in advancing inclusion in their own lives and in their communities. A donation of $125,000 will help the association hold “Caregiver Connection” respite weekend retreats for caregivers over the next two years.

ABOUT IA FINANCIAL GROUP
Founded in 1892, iA Financial Group is one of the largest insurance and wealth management companies in Canada. It also operates in the United States. Its stock is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol IAG (common shares) and IAF (preferred shares).

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SOURCE :
Pierre Picard, Public Relations Manager | iA Financial Group | ia.ca

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Fromagerie Bergeron : Two Quebec cheeses stand out at World Cheese Awards held in Italy
Fromagerie Bergeron : Two Quebec cheeses stand out at World Cheese Awards held in Italy 440 247 Fernandez relations publiques

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Fromagerie Bergeron
TWO QUEBEC CHEESES STAND OUT AT WORLD CHEESE AWARDS HELD IN ITALY

Quebec City, October 23, 2019 – Two cheeses produced by Fromagerie Bergeron, Le Louis Cyr and Le Calumet, placed 2nd and 3rd respectively in the world in their category at the 32nd World Cheese Awards, which were held October 18 in Bergamo, Italy.

Le Louis Cyr, an aged cheese with a roasted flavour of caramel and candied fruit, won the silver medal, while le Calumet, a natural wood cold-smoked cheese, took bronze. Both winning cheeses are made with 100% Canadian milk and are naturally lactose free.

“This marvellous distinction for us reflects the enormous effort we make day after day to bring our customers the highest quality cheeses. We are very proud to have represented Canada at a competition of such international scope and to have brought home these two prizes,” said Roger Bergeron, Fromagerie Bergeron President.

CLOSE TO 4 000 ENTRIES
3804 cheeses from 42 countries, including Japan, New Zealand, Brazil, Israel and South Africa, were all judged in a single day at the 32nd World Cheese Awards.

Judges selected the 16 best products before inviting the public to take part in the final deliberations that would determine the world’s very best cheeses. Before naming this year’s winners, the international jury of producers, cheesemaker-dairies, chefs, vendors and food critics presented their shortlist of favourites live on World Cheese TV.

In making their selection, the judges assessed a whole host of criteria including rind, colour, texture, consistency and, of course, flavour.

“Being able to impress a judging panel of that stature is very meaningful to us. The competition entered a field of quality cheeses and we were still able to earn two top distinctions. We’ve been blessed with the opportunity of positioning ourselves internationally with these two very important wins,” he added.

ABOUT FROMAGERIE BERGERON
A family business founded by a third generation of master cheesemakers and in operation since August 16, 1989, Fromagerie Bergeron offers high quality products produced with one-of-a-kind cheesemaking know-how. Production is continuous, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, transforming millions of litres of milk every year into a roster of twenty fresh and fine cheeses.

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SOURCE : Fromagerie Bergeron | www.fromagesbergeron.com

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Call to charities who provide respite services: Almost $300,000 in donations to help ten Canadian charities grow
Call to charities who provide respite services: Almost $300,000 in donations to help ten Canadian charities grow 294 128 Fernandez relations publiques

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Call to charities who provide respite services
ALMOST $300,000 IN DONATIONS TO HELP TEN CANADIAN CHARITIES GROW

Quebec City, September 16, 2019 – Proud to offer financial support to organizations who make a difference every day, iA Financial Group is kicking off its third annual Canada-wide philanthropic contest. Charities working in the health, education or social services sectors and that provide respite services to those in need are invited to answer one question: How would you use a donation of $125,000 to provide more respite for those in need? Ten charities that win the public’s hearts and minds will share donations totalling nearly $300,000.

“We are very proud to see this contest get people to stand together and mobilize every year. I want to thank all organizations that work tirelessly for the wellbeing of Canadians and that take the time to submit a project”, commented Denis Ricard, President and Chief Executive Officer at iA Financial Group.

A jury will pick the top ten submissions during the submission period, which ends on October 16th and on November 1st, the submissions will be presented to the public, who will be invited to choose the ones they find most inspiring. A donation of $125,000 will be made to the charity that receives the most votes, the second and third place charities will each receive a donation of $50,000 and the remaining seven charities will each receive $10,000. The winners will be announced on December 12th.

Remember that the first edition of the contest was held in celebration of iA Financial Group’s 125th anniversary in 2017. Since then, the company has held an annual contest, with a new theme every year, to ensure the company helps as many charities as possible.

Contest details and the complete list of eligibility criteria are available at http://donations-contest.ia.ca/community.

 

“iA Financial Group’s philanthropic contest had a major impact on the Swift Current branch. Thanks to this generosity, we have hired a part-time coordinator who works with four of our members in gaining prevocational skills.”

 – Jacqui Williams, General Director, Canadian Mental Health Association – Swift Current, winner of the 2018 contest.

“With iA Financial Group’s financial support, we created our information guide to help people learn more about bullying and its effects. We will always be grateful to iA Financial Group for their generous contribution and continued support.”

 – Tad Milmine, Founder and President, Bullying Ends Here (Calgary, Alberta), winner of the 2017 contest.

Important dates:

  • September 16: launch of the third edition of iA Financial Group’s Canada-wide philanthropic contest
  • September 16 to October 16: submission period for Canadian charities
  • October 17 to 31: selection by the jury of the ten projects to be presented to the public
  • November 1 to 29: public vote, to choose the two projects that inspire them the most
  • December 12: announcement of the winners

 

ABOUT iA FINANCIAL GROUP
iA Financial Group is one of the largest insurance and wealth management groups in Canada, with operations in the United States. Founded in 1892, it is also one of Canada’s largest public companies. iA Financial Group’s shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the ticker symbols IAG (common shares) and IAF (preferred shares).

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SOURCE:
Pierre Picard, Public Relations Manager | iA Financial Group | ia.ca

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Korem Geospatial Announces Appointment of New President
Korem Geospatial Announces Appointment of New President 440 247 Fernandez relations publiques

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KOREM GEOSPATIAL ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF NEW PRESIDENT

Quebec City, 16 July 2019 – Korem Geospatial president and founder Sébastien Vachon is pleased to announce the appointment of his colleague Jean-Sébastien Guy as the company’s new president. Jean-Sébastien has been entrusted with spearheading the strategic development of Korem in order to further accelerate its already explosive growth. Sébastien will subsequently act as chairman of the council and chief executive while remaining the largest shareholder of the company he founded in 1993 and which has become the leading reseller of geospatial data and software in North America.

“Jean-Sébastien is a passionate and unifying leader who has gained detailed knowledge of our industry. His appointment is a reflection of my desire to gradually pass on the torch to a new generation who will be able to take the company to even greater heights. I’m really looking forward to supporting Jean-Sébastien, the executive committee and all our employees over the coming years as we continue to deliver the quality services on which we’ve built our reputation,” Sébastien Vachon asserted.

“I would like to thank Sébastien and all my colleagues for the confidence they have shown in me. The last few years have been marked by an in-depth transformation of our business practices. We have mapped a clear pathway to the future and the time has now come to implement our strategies. I’m proud to be part of the driving force behind our company’s success,” Jean-Sébastien Guy pointed out.

In his new role, Jean-Sébastien will focus on coordinating the implementation of Korem’s overall business strategy. In collaboration with his fellow members of the executive team, he will also provide the 70 employees working at the Quebec City-based company located in the Saint-Roch neighbourhood with essential support as they work towards attaining increasingly ambitious growth targets across Canada and the United States.

Sébastien Vachon (left), now chairman of the council and chief executive and Jean-Sébastien Guay (right), new president of Korem.

ABOUT JEAN-SÉBASTIEN GUY
With more than 15 years of experience in the geospatial industry, Jean-Sébastien possesses recognized expertise in sales management, marketing and partner relationships. Prior to joining Korem, he honed his skills in particular as an account manager and business development manager at Esri Canada, where he earned several professional honours and awards.

Jean-Sébastien joined the Korem team in 2014. A passionate team player who is respected and valued by everyone, he rapidly rose through the ranks and until now held the position of vice president of sales, marketing and partnerships.

ABOUT KOREM
Korem Geospatial is a leading reseller of geospatial data and software in North America. The company has 70 employees and actively participates in the success of its customers, which include AT&T, Shell, Walmart and Charter Communications, by enabling them to make more informed decisions, save time, reduce their costs and manage the risks associated with the process of purchasing and integrating geospatial data and software (geolocation). Korem’s greatest strength lies in the neutrality of its experts and this distinctive element has allowed the company to gain the trust of large organizations which, year after year, choose Korem for the integration and development of their geospatial projects.

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SOURCE:
Korem Geospatial | korem.com | Facebook | LinkedIn | Twitter

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Prehos Shifts into higher Gear in the Marketing of its Pre-Hospital Care Digital Solution
Prehos Shifts into higher Gear in the Marketing of its Pre-Hospital Care Digital Solution 440 247 Fernandez relations publiques

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An investment of over $2M in public and private funds
PREHOS SHIFTS INTO HIGHER GEAR IN THE MARKETING OF ITS PRE-HOSPITAL CARE DIGITAL SOLUTION

Quebec City, 18 June 2019 — The pre-hospital emergency services company Dessercom announces a direct investment of $1.75M in Quebec SME Prehos to support the implementation of its technological solutions and its sustained growth on the Canadian and international markets. An additional amount of up to $350,000 will also be granted by Investissement Québec as part of the Créativité Québec program, for a total investment of two million dollars that will provide Prehos with the impetus it needs to tap into new markets.

These new financial resources come at an important time for the innovative company. Currently firmly established in community paramedicine services of Quebec and Ontario, Prehos has now been granted the necessary financial commitments to pursue its efforts to develop and market its cutting-edge technological solution.

The key feature of the technology developed and constantly updated by Prehos is that it optimizes, in real-time, patient care management, operations management, data analysis and quality assurance in order to enhance the care provided to the population, while at the same time offering iron-clad security and optimum reliability.

PATIENT-FOCUSED INNOVATION
“Improving public healthcare and welfare is an integral part of Dessercom’s primary mission. This $1.75M investment in venture capital is a signal of our team’s clear commitment to the efficiency of the Prehos solution and its outstanding potential to increase the performance of pre-hospital emergency services and home care both in Quebec and around the world,” asserted Maxim Laviolette, General Manager of Dessercom.

From the outset, the Prehos team has adhered to the highest safety standards in the industry and implemented them through a Security by Design approach that guarantees the protection of all personal data. In addition to data encryption, traceability and the use of the most up-to-date security protocols, Prehos complies to the standards and requirements of privacy laws in all the areas in which it operates.

ABOUT PREHOS
Prehos is an innovative Quebec City-based company providing a highly advanced technological solution in the field of pre-hospital emergency care, home care, community paramedicine and patient transportation planning and optimization. The Prehos solution hinges on ongoing development and an approach centred on the collaboration of other technological partners in the healthcare sector.

ABOUT DESSERCOM
Founded in 1968, Dessercom is a non-profit organization providing pre-hospital emergency services (ambulances) and non-emergency patient transportation. With its 1,100 employees and a fleet of more than 250 vehicles, it is Canada’s largest privately-owned company in the field. Every year, its extensive team, working at over fifty different service points located in almost all of the province’s administrative regions, perform a total of 165,000 interventions. In operation for 50 years and having acquired as many years of experience serving patients and the population, Dessercom is a community-focused company committed to the mission of improving healthcare services in Quebec.

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SOURCES:
Prehos | prehos.com | Facebook | Twitter |
Dessercom | dessercom.ca | Facebook | Twitter |

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Canadian Paralympian Jimmy Pelletier left Vancouver today to cross Canada by hand bike
Canadian Paralympian Jimmy Pelletier left Vancouver today to cross Canada by hand bike 440 247 Fernandez relations publiques

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Jimmy Pelletier – The Journey
CANADIAN PARALYMPIAN JIMMY PELLETIER LEFT VANCOUVER TODAY TO CROSS CANADA BY HAND BIKE

Vancouver, May 7, 2019 — Canadian Paralympic athlete Jimmy Pelletier left the University of British Columbia this morning to achieve an exceptional sporting feat! He is rolling 7,200 km across Canada by hand bike in just 67 days to raise $500,000 for people suffering from autism spectrum disorders and physical or intellectual disabilities.

“I am very happy to be on the starting line this morning. We have been preparing for months for this 67-day adventure and we are excited to finally give the first pedal stroke towards Halifax!”, said Jimmy Pelletier this morning surrounded by his team of six courageous cyclists who plan to reach their destination by July 10.

The money raised will be given to Patro Roc-Amadour and Adaptavie, two Quebec nonprofit organizations, as well as various nonprofit organizations located in the cities visited during Jimmy’s coast-to-coast challenge.

Always ready to help others in need, Jimmy Pelletier invites Canadians to keep him rolling across the country by buying one or many kilometers at $25 each.

Jimmy Pelletier survived a car accident in 1996 that left him paraplegic at 19 years old. He chose to embrace his condition and, with great perseverance, became a successful Paralympian. He has been a member of the Canadian hand cycling race bike team and he competed in the Torino 2006 Paralympic Games in cross-country skiing. Last year, he became the second in the world to reach the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro using an adaptive mountain bike.

A GOOD START

The departure was an opportunity for Jimmy to meet one of his biggest inspirations: Rick Hansen, the Canadian Paralympian and advocate for people with disabilities. Yesterday, during this meeting at Rick Hansen’s foundation office, Jimmy was encouraged to persevere on the eve of his great departure. Hansen highlighted Jimmy’s accomplishments by thanking him for his commitment to the causes that matter to them both.

“This inspiring meeting will be engraved in my memory forever. I’m leaving Vancouver touched and very motivated for the coming weeks,” said Pelletier.

During his two-day stopover in the beautiful BC metropolis, Jimmy also visited Ladner Elementary School to speak about perseverance through life challenges. Captivated and moved by Jimmy’s life story, students attending his interactive conference were encouraged to never give up their dreams.

ABOUT LA RANDONNÉE JIMMY PELLETIER

An annual charity event in Quebec since 2014, La Randonnée Jimmy Pelletier organizes benefit events and financial campaigns to allow the purchase of adapted sports equipment and the realization of projects aiming at the development, socialization and accompaniment of people with disabilities. This year, Jimmy Pelletier—The Journey through Canada is a unique special edition that is combined with La Randonnée Jimmy Pelletier’s Quebec activities.

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