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RBC Terminates Chief Financial Officer Nadine Ahn
Canada’s largest lender terminated Ms. Ahn’s employment earlier in the day. RBC said that it was recently made aware of the allegations. The bank added that the conduct by the chief financial officer had no effect on the RBC’s previously issued financial statements, its strategy, or its financial or business performance.
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Read more at The Globe and Mail
Waterloo Region to Buy farm land in Wilmot Township
The Business and Economic Support Team of Waterloo Region, also known as BESTWR, shared an open letter supporting the region’s efforts to consolidate 770 acres of land between Nafziger Road, Bleams Road and Wilmot Centre Road. The proposal has, so far, been met with fierce opposition from property owners and other concerned residents. BESTWR echoed Redman’s position, citing the 2011 closure of Maple Leaf Foods plant in Kitchener.
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Read more at CTV News Kitchener
India's Retail Landscape
In 2023, total retail leasing in malls alone stood at 4 million square feet, doubling from the previous year. Similarly, leasing in high streets also saw a significant increase in 2023.
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Read more at ETRetail
Senate Report: Fostering Small Business Growth and Job Opportunities
Minnesota’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth in 2023 ranked 43rd in the country. The new data underscores the need for economic expansion and more quality employment opportunities for all Minnesotans.
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Read more at Albert Lea Tribune
Go Blue Day
A business in Red Bluff partnered with Tehema County 4 Kids to raise money. On April 5, they donated 30% of all proceeds. The owners say they are really grateful they can give back to the community.
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Read more at KRCR
Michigan Matters - The Next Big Thing
Michigan businesses are feeling optimistic about the future after weathering the historic 100-year health pandemic that impacted every company in one way or another. Quentin Messer, Jr., Chris Holman, CEO of Michigan Business Network and Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett appeared on CBS Detroit's Michigan Matter. Barnett shared the latest about 27 organizations recently selected to serve as entrepreneurial hubs.
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Read more at CBS News
Columbia, Mo - Another Fire Breaks Out on Business Loop
Fire marshals are investigating the cause and origin of Friday morning's fire. Friday’s fire was one of multiple fires reported near Business Loop since Dec. 12, when a reported arson occurred at a storage unit in the 300 block of Nebraska Avenue. On March 22, a fire was reported in the old Plush Lounge location.
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Read more at ABC17News.com
CEOWORLD Magazine Revealed: Best Countries by Ease of Doing Digital Business, 2024
Global Investment Confidence Index for 2024 ranks the top 128 countries in terms of eCommerce and digital market attractiveness. China came in second, followed by Japan, the United Kingdom, and Germany. The US ranked second, while France, South Korea, Canada, and the United Arab Emirates rounded out the top ten. Taiwan, Singapore, the Netherlands, Brazil, and Russia ranked 11th to 15th respectively.
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Read more at CEOWORLD magazine
Emerald Community House - The Place Where Connections Are Made
Emerald Community House puts meaning into being 'the place where connections are made and opportunities realised' As a result, Emerald has a community base with solar and battery storage, recharging services, off grid power, generators, printing, wifi/internet and free food resources. ECH is considering Starlink as a resilient alternative to conventional internet services.
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Read more at Ranges Trader Star Mail
Heavy Rains Can Lead to Hazards
EPA south west regional manager Carolyn Francis said heavy rain can lead to hazards like odour, combustion and spills if the systems are not all right. EPA said site managers should be able to spot potential problems with just a few minutes spent patrolling the premises after recent rainfall events.
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Read more at Sunbury Macedon Ranges Star Weekly