Health Canada approves CERVARIX(TM), new GSK cervical cancer vaccine
Submitted by editor on February 9, 2010 - 22:30/CNW/ - Health Canada has approved CERVARIX(TM) (Human papillomavirus vaccine (Types 16 and 18) Recombinant, AS04 adjuvanted). CERVARIX(TM) is a vaccine intended to protect females against cervical cancer (cancer of the lower part of the uterus or womb) and abnormal and precancerous cervical lesions (changes in cells of the cervix that have a risk of turning into cancer). It is indicated for girls and women between the ages of 10 and 25.
IN THE MATTER OF John Donnelly - Settlement
Submitted by editor on February 9, 2010 - 22:30/CNW/ - On January 25, 2010, a Hearing Panel of the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) accepted a Settlement Agreement between IIROC Staff and John Donnelly (the "Respondent"). Pursuant to the Settlement Agreement, the Respondent admitted as follows:
GM Wheat rejected by 233 Consumer, Farmer Groups in 26 Countries
Submitted by editor on February 9, 2010 - 22:30/CNW/ - 233 consumer and farmer groups in 26 countries have joined the "Definitive Global Rejection of GM Wheat" statement to stop the commercialization of genetically modified (GM) wheat and remind the biotechnology corporation Monsanto that genetically modifying this major crop is not acceptable to farmers or consumers. (1)
My.tel 2.0 Launches at MacWorld
Submitted by editor on February 9, 2010 - 22:30/CNW/ - Telnic (http://telnic.tel), the organization behind the award-winning .tel names, today announced at MacWorld San Francisco that My.tel 2.0, the management app for .tel names, is now available for the iPhone and iPod Touch.
Lakeside Steel announces capital expansion plans and renewal of credit facility
Submitted by editor on February 9, 2010 - 22:30/CNW/ - Lakeside Steel Inc. (TSX-V: LS) ("Lakeside Steel" or the "Company") today announced that its Board of Directors has recently approved a significant capital investment for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2011. The capital expansion plans include the construction of new facilities at the Welland, Ontario location of its wholly-owned subsidiary, Lakeside Steel Corporation ("Lakeside").
Westaim completes $273,372,500 private placement of subscription receipts
Submitted by editor on February 9, 2010 - 22:30/CNW/ - The Westaim Corporation (Westaim or the Company) (TSX: "WED") announced today that it has completed the sale of an aggregate of 546,745,000 subscription receipts (Subscription Receipts) at a purchase price of $0.50 each for aggregate gross proceeds of $273,372,500. An aggregate of 219 million Subscription Receipts were sold pursuant to an underwriting and agency agreement between Westaim and GMP Securities LP (GMP) dated February 9, 2010. An additional 296 million Subscription Receipts were purchased by Her Majesty the Queen in Right of the Province of Alberta (HMQ) through Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo). As well, an aggregate of 31,745,000 Subscription Receipts were purchased by directors and officers of Westaim, funds managed by Goodwood Inc., existing senior management of JEVCO and certain other designated investors (collectively the Designated Purchasers). A second closing is scheduled for February 19, 2010 in respect of the sale of the remaining 3,255,000 Subscription Receipts to certain other Designated Purchasers for gross proceeds of $1,627,500.
Novelis to Host Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Submitted by editor on February 9, 2010 - 22:30/CNW/ -- Novelis Inc. will report its earnings for the third quarter of fiscal 2010 on Tuesday, February 16, 2010. Following the release, President and Chief Operating Officer Philip Martens and Chief Financial Officer Steve Fisher will discuss the results via a live web and audio conference call for investors at 10:00 a.m. EST the same day.
Francophone performers Malajube, DJ Champion, Coeur de pirate, and Team Canada DJs added to talent lineup for Whistler Victory Ceremonies at 2010 Winter Games
Submitted by editor on February 9, 2010 - 22:30/CNW/ - A dynamic lineup of francophone performers from across Canada will perform in tribute to medal-winning Olympians as part of the opening talent for Victory Ceremonies at Whistler Medals Plaza during the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games.
Refined Magnetic Energy Generator Plans Released
Submitted by editor on February 9, 2010 - 22:30Recently, a refined set of plans for the magnetic generator have become available from Magnetic Energy Source. Refinements include, but are not limited to: easier to find materials of construction, user friendly construction techniques, and a focus on amateur construction. The designs and plans provided by MagneticEnergySource.com contain plans and tips for both the inexperienced as well as professional hobby specialists.
Mississauga Personal Trainer Offers Free Personal Fitness Session
Submitted by editor on February 9, 2010 - 22:30So to address this need, for a limited time the personal trainers at Fuel Fitness are offering a free (no obligation) personal fitness session valued at $50.
Pediatric Psychological Trauma Conference www.pediatricpsychologicaltrauma.org
Submitted by editor on February 9, 2010 - 22:30Children under the age of five
Legendary Hollywood Walk of Fame Gets High Tech Guide
Submitted by editor on February 9, 2010 - 22:30“Millions of tourists come to Hollywood each year and when they look down at the sidewalk, they see names they know, names they barely remember, and names that they have never heard of and now they can learn about the person behind the name.” said Paul Nerger, Partner at HWOF LLC. The new mobile application lets fans instantly learn about the people honored with the sidewalk stars. The HWOF mobile app uses Geodelic’s easy user interface and content publishing technology to create a far more enjoyable and informative Walk of Fame Experience.
Crash Data Reveals Extraordinary Results from Using EVOC-101 Web™
Submitted by editor on February 9, 2010 - 22:30Murray, UT, February 8, 2010 – Applied Simulation Technologies, Inc. (AST) announced that the 2009 crash data collected by the Winnipeg Police Department showed compelling evidence that AST’s online EVO driver training course, EVOC-101 Web™, contributed significantly to a reduction in crashes. As of December 30, 2009, 615 of Winnipeg’s 1,300 officers had been trained with EVOC-101 Web™ and results show the group’s accident rate to be 1.1%. Meanwhile, the group not trained with the program had an accident rate of 28.7%.
Fujifilm Redefines Speed/Price Performance With The New Acuity Advance HS UV Flatbed Printer
Submitted by editor on February 9, 2010 - 22:30Valhalla, NY (February 9, 2010) – Fujifilm today introduced the new Acuity Advance HS (high speed) wide format UV flatbed printer. The Acuity Advance HS is the latest breakthrough in wide format UV digital imaging technology from Fujifilm and offers photographic quality printing at production speeds of 430 ft² per hour, giving printers unmatched performance for the price. The HS also boasts a new express mode that allows it to print over 700 ft² per hour.
Shri Vayalar Ravi expected to reach Chennai tomorrow midnight by a special aircraft
Submitted by editor on February 9, 2010 - 22:30The Government of India has arranged to bring Shri Vayalar Ravi Minister of Overseas Indian Affairs back to India by a special aircraft with the required medical support on board and is expected to reach Chennai on Wednesday midnight from Abidjan.
