Kamloops cancer center business plan needed to jumpstart fundraising campaigns

Posted on July 18, 2023
“We are obviously in the preparation stages. We are looking at what other cities have had to raise money for,” said RIH Foundation CEO Heidi Coleman. “We have been asked by a few donors who are holding their money, saying, ‘Do you need money for radiation?’ We know we are getting an MRI, a CT simulator and three linear accelerators in there, which is just fantastic. Will we be asked to pay for equipment? We’re undecided.”While uncertainty around specifics remains, Roth that a local campaign from the BC Cancer Foundation should be coming down the pipeline in the near…

Think tank says tax cars based on their weight

Posted on July 18, 2023
Transport & Environment’s research results suggest that smaller cars could reduce the requirement for raw materials such as lithium, manganese, cobalt and nickel by almost a quarter. Smaller cars could ease the demand for battery materials such as cobalt, lithium, nickel and manganese by almost a quarter, according to the Transport & Environment think tank A green transport organization has alerted that the trend for cars with greater weight is boosting the call for metals required in electric car batteries. Transport & Environment, a think tank, has suggested that a reduction in the size of cars could reduce the predicted…

Port union warns Ottawa to ‘stay out of our business,’ as strike talks fail to reach a deal

Posted on July 17, 2023
Negotiators trying to end a strike by more than 7,000 port workers in BC failed to reach a deal Sunday as the union representing striking workers warned Ottawa to refrain from interfering. Port workers across BC walked off the job Saturday morning in a wide-ranging job action that could impact worldwide shipping and the Canadian economy. On Sunday afternoon, the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) warned Ottawa against contemplating back-to-work legislation or imposing a contract, saying it would shatter “labor peace” in the province. The strike affected about 7,400 terminal cargo loaders and 49 of the province’s waterfront employers…

Canada’s financial watchdog releases guidelines to give mortgage holders tailored support

Posted on July 17, 2023
July 5 (Reuters) – Canada’s financial watchdog on Wednesday released new guidelines for lenders aimed at protecting mortgage holders facing high borrowing costs or who are at the risk of defaulting. The Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC) said federally regulated financial institutions, including banks, must work to help at-risk consumers by “providing tailored support” that could include measures such as waving penalties or other costs. The FCAC said two-thirds of mortgage holders are having trouble meeting their financial commitments. Canadians are facing the burden of high interest rates forcing them to either increase their monthly contribution or extend their…

Empowering Business with Real-time Insights

Posted on July 17, 2023
In today’s fast-paced business landscape, staying ahead of the competition requires more than just intuition and experience. It demands data-driven decision-making powered by real-time insights. The ability to harness the vast amounts of data generated by modern enterprises is a game-changer, enabling organizations to make proactive, informed choices that drive growth and success. The Business Analytics Course equips professionals with the skills to harness real-time insights and make data-driven decisions, empowering businesses to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape. This article explores how real-time insights are empowering businesses and revolutionizing their approach to decision-making. The Rise of Real-Time Insights…

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week – Business News

Posted on July 16, 2023
this week in business The Canadian Press – Jul 10, 2023 / 6:24 am | Stories: 436107Photo: The Canadian Press Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem.Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week: MTY earnings MTY Food Group Inc. will release its second-quarter results and hold a conference call with investors before financial markets open on Tuesday. MTY franchises and operates restaurants under more than 85 different banners in Canada, the United States and internationally. Aritzia results Aritzia Inc. will release its first-quarter results and hold a conference call with investors after…

Thunder Bay strategic plan charts priorities through 2027

Posted on July 16, 2023
A 2023-2027 plan identifies truth and reconciliation, safety and wellbeing, prosperity and sustainability as key pillars.The City of Thunder Bay has released a new strategic plan, setting out a road map intended to establish top priorities for the 2022-2026 term of the city council, and measure progress in reaching those goals. The plan, titled ‘Maamawe, Growing Together,’ is focused around three “strategic pillars”: truth and reconciliation, safety and well-being, and prosperity and sustainability. The plan remains a draft until it is officially adopted on Monday by the city council, which has held numerous meetings to craft it in recent…

Top Small-Cap Stocks for June 2023

Posted on July 16, 2023
Top small-capitalization stocks in June 2023 include Prometheus Biosciences Inc., TG Therapeutics Inc., and Aero Therapeutics Inc., all of which have risen more than 400% in the past 12 months, while the Russell 2000 Index, a broad measure of US small-cap stocks, is down almost 3%.Below, we list the top three small-cap stocks in each category: value, growth, and momentum. All data is as of June 2. Best Value Small-Cap StocksThese are the small-cap stocks with the lowest 12-month trailing price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio. Because profits can be returned to shareholders in the form of dividends and buybacks, a…