Korir and Girma lead at today's Scotiabank Ottawa Marathon
Scotiabank Charity Challenge raises more than $800,000
OTTAWA, May 26, 2019 /CNW/ - Kenya's 25-year-old Albert Korir won today's Scotiabank Ottawa Marathon with a strong time of 2:08:03. Two Ethiopians – Abera Kuma, 28 and Tsedat Ayana, 23, finished close behind with times of 2:08:14 and 2:08:53 respectively.
In the women's category, Tigist Girma, 25, from Ethiopia pulled ahead of the pack just after the half-way mark to post a personal best time of 2:26:34 – a full 10 seconds faster than her 2018 personal best set at the Guangzhou, China Marathon last December. This marks the 10th year in a row that an Ethiopian woman takes top prize in the marathon distance in Ottawa. Joining Girma in second and third place were fellow Ethiopians Betelhem Moges, 28 with a time of 2:27:00, and Etaferahu Temesgen, 29, with 2:28:44.
Placing eighth overall and the first Canadian man was Reid Coolsaet, 39, from Hamilton. Crossing the finish line with 2:17:37, the two time Olympian was considered one to watch coming into this year's race. Rounding out the top three Canadians were Alister Gardner, 38, with a time of 2:31:54 and Francois Landry, 43, at 2:36:51.
Top Canadian woman and placing sixth overall today was Dayna Pidhoresky, 32, from Vancouver, who came in at 2:37:19. Second and third place Canadian women were Krista Duchene, 42, with 2:38:46 and Rachel Hannah, 32, with 2:41:31.
"We assembled a very competitive field of men and women elite runners again this year and are pleased with the strong results they delivered," says Manny Rodrigues, Elite Athlete Coordinator, Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend.
2019 Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend a resounding success!
More than 32,000 runners participated in the six races that made up Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend on May 25-26.
No course records were broken this year, but elite racers gave spectators some exciting moments at the finish line of the 10K race with the top two women – Kenyans Dorcas Kimeli and Valery Jemeli finishing just three seconds apart.
Here's how final registration numbers for the 2019 Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend shaped up:
"We faced a number of unique challenges coming into this year's races, what with road work and recent flooding forcing changes to some of the routes," says John Halvorsen, Race Director, Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend. "But I am very happy with this year's memorable turn-out, thanks to the athletes, our partners and especially the volunteers."
More than $800,000 raised through fundraising through the Scotiabank Charity Challenge
More than $800,000 was raised as part of the Scotiabank Charity Challenge by participants who used the event to support one of 70 local charities.
Scotiabank has been investing in communities for 187 years. Scotiabank believes in helping young people reach their infinite potential, and many organizations who take part in the Scotiabank Charity Challenge have a direct impact on young people in our communities. At Scotiabank we are dedicated to supporting the success of young people for the long-term. We recognize what is possible when young people have the guidance, confidence and tools they need to achieve their dreams.
"The Scotiabank Charity Challenge provides a simple way for runners to support local causes that make a big difference in people's lives," says Frank Bilodeau, District Vice President, Ottawa Centre & Gatineau at Scotiabank. "This weekend, racers demonstrated their commitment to their community by raising more than $800,000 in support of local charities. We're proud that the Scotiabank Charity Challenge continues to be an important part of the weekend events, year after year and applaud all racers for their efforts."
About the Scotiabank Charity Challenge The Scotiabank Charity Challenge is a turnkey fundraising program that provides a simple way for runners in these races to support local causes that make a significant impact on Canadian communities. Participating charities keep 100 per cent of the proceeds raised, as Scotiabank pays for all transaction and credit card fees. Scotiabank offers the Scotiabank Charity Challenge at six sponsored marathon events across Canada including Montréal, Halifax, Ottawa, Calgary, Vancouver and Toronto. Since 2003, over 70 million has been raised as part of the Scotiabank Charity Challenge across Canada.
About Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend The 2019 Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend welcomed more than 31,000 participants in six races, including the Scotiabank Ottawa Marathon, the Scotiabank Half Marathon, the Ottawa 10K, the Ottawa 5K, the Ottawa 2K and Scotiabank Ottawa Kids Marathon.
The Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend is one of only two running events in the world to host two IAAF Gold Label races: the Ottawa 10K and the Scotiabank Ottawa Marathon. The 2020 Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend will take place May 23-24, 2020. For more information: http://www.runottawa.ca
About Scotiabank At Scotiabank, we aim to support organizations that are committed to helping young people reach their infinite potential. Young people are our future leaders and Scotiabank's goal is to help ensure that they have the necessary skills and resources they need to support their success. Together with our employees, the Bank supports causes at a grassroots level. Recognized as a leader for our charitable donations and philanthropic activities, in 2018, Scotiabank contributed more than $80 million to help our communities around the world.
Scotiabank is Canada's international bank and a leading financial services provider in the Americas. We are dedicated to helping our more than 25 million customers become better off through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets. With a team of more than 98,000 employees1 and assets of over $1 trillion (as at January 31, 2019), Scotiabank trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: BNS) and New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BNS). For more information, please visit www.scotiabank.com and follow us on Twitter @ScotiabankViews.
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Calgary women lead the pack of more than 9,000 racers celebrating the 55th anniversary of the Scotiabank Calgary Marathon
Participants raise over $600,000 for 78 local charities as part of the Scotiabank Charity Challenge
CALGARY, May 26, 2019 /CNW/ - Jonathan Kipchirchir Chesoo was once again the first male, of more than 9,000 athletes, to sprint across the finish line to celebrate the 55th anniversary of Canada's longest running marathon and raise funds for their favourite charities, through the Scotiabank Charity Challenge. Chesoo has placed first, three of the last five years of the event, second once and did not attend last year.
Two of the three top finishing females were not only Canadian, but for the first time in several years, but both Leanne Klassan (1st) and Sarah Hutchings (2nd) are Calgarian.
Taking place over one day, race enthusiasts had the opportunity to choose their distance by participating in the: 50km Ultra, Scotiabank Calgary Marathon, Centaur Subaru 21.1km, Jugo Juice 10km, GoodLife Fitness 5km Walk & Run and the Scotiabank Kids Marathon, for those 12 years of age and under.
"The Scotiabank Calgary Marathon continues to be an important annual tradition," says Rod Wendt, District Vice-President, Calgary Central, Scotiabank. "Every year we are more and more impressed by the number of participants who dedicate their races to their favourite charities and raise funds through the Scotiabank Charity Challenge. This year more than $600,000 has been raised for local community organizations, with fundraising remaining open for another 30 days. Congratulations to Run Calgary for the 55th edition of the Scotiabank Calgary Marathon. Without their team and all of the terrific volunteers, the race wouldn't be possible."
The Scotiabank Charity Challenge is a turnkey fundraising program that provides a simple way for racers to support the charity of their choice and make a significant impact locally. Participating charities keep 100 per cent of the proceeds raised, as Scotiabank pays for all transaction and credit card fees. Donations to all participating charities will be accepted until Monday, June 24th, 2019. Since 2003, over 70 million has been raised as part of the Scotiabank Charity Challenge across Canada.
At Scotiabank, investing in our communities has been a focus for 187 years. We aim to help young people reach their infinite potential by investing in the complete picture of their development. Through our donations, we hope young people gain life-long skills and values that help them grow into healthy, contributing adults. Many of the organizations that take part in the Scotiabank Charity Challenge have a direct impact on our local youth. Young people are our future leaders, and it's crucial to provide them with the skills and resources they need to succeed.
Justin Kurek, ran a 1:17:03 half-marathon in full cowboy gear smashing the previous record (1:51:56) for the fastest half-marathon in a cowboy outfit held by a Canadian. Kurek adds this title to his fastest marathon in a cowboy outfit (2:42) which he ran in 2017 at The Calgary Marathon. Kurek is raising funds for pancreatic cancer research.
"Congratulations to all the finishers who achieved something remarkable today, you are all an inspiration to your community," says Kirsten Fleming, Executive Director, Run Calgary. "We salute the volunteers and city police who helped them enjoy their victory lap by providing incredible support."
SCOTIABANK CALGARY MARATHONRACE WEEKEND RESULTS
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Scotiabank Calgary Marathon Results
Marathon Male
1. Jonathan Kipchirchir Chesoo - Eldoret, Kenya (Kenya)
2:19:34
2. Kipsang Ezekiel - Ottawa, Ontario (Kenya)
2:19:56
3. Feyera Dadi - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (Ethiopia)
2:22:11
Marathon Female
1. Leanne Klassen – Calgary, Alberta (Canada)
2:51:04
2. Sarah Hutchings – Calgary, Alberta (Canada)
2:56:57
3. Jedidah Karungu – Eldoret, Kenya (Kenya)
3:03:02
Centaur Subaru 21.1KM Results
Half Marathon Male
1. Gareth Hadfield - Calgary, Alberta (Canada)
1:10:55
2. Robert Brouillette - Cambridge, Ontario (Canada)
1:13:38
3. Eric Reyes - Calgary, Alberta (Canada/Mexico)
1:14:59
Half Marathon Female
1. Lynsey Roman - Hinton, Alberta (Canada)
1:23:43
2. Arden Young - Calgary, Alberta (Canada)
1:27:19
3. Marissa Markle - Lethbridge, Alberta (Canada)
1:29:09
50K Ultra Results
50K Male
1. Jacob Puzey - Canmore, Alberta (Canada)
3:07:15
2. Chris Hooper - Calgary, Alberta (Canada)
3:11:04
3. Brandon Miller - Calgary, Alberta (Canada)
3:17:41
50K Female
1. Samantha Calderon – Boulder, Colorado (USA)
4:00:07
2. Stephanie MacLeod – Biddenham, Great Britain (GB)
At Scotiabank, we aim to support organizations that are committed to helping young people reach their infinite potential. Young people are our future leaders and Scotiabank's goal is to help ensure that they have the necessary skills and resources they need to support their success. Together with our employees, the Bank supports causes at a grassroots level. Recognized as a leader for our charitable donations and philanthropic activities, in 2018, Scotiabank contributed more than $80 million to help our communities around the world.
Scotiabank is Canada's international bank and a leading financial services provider in the Americas. We are dedicated to helping our more than 25 million customers become better off through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets. With a team of more than 98,000 employees and assets of over $1 trillion (as at January 31, 2019), Scotiabank trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: BNS) and New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BNS). For more information, please visit www.scotiabank.com and follow us on Twitter @ScotiabankViews.
About the Scotiabank Calgary Marathon A race for every age and ability, Alberta's Best Road Race in 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2017 the 50K Ultra, Scotiabank 42.2K, Centaur Subaru 21.1K, the Jugo Juice 10K, the Goodlife Fitness 5K Family Walk & Run and the Scotiabank Kids Marathon. The largest race on the prairies attracts elite athletes from coast to coast as well as internationally. The event brings in $7 million annually to the local economy and gives back through the Scotiabank Charity Challenge, scholarship programming and the Neighbourhood Spirit Challenge.
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THE PORTALCalm Your Mind, Open Your Heart, Transform The WorldNew feature documentary from meditation expert, Tom Cronin, features everyday people overcoming the most challenging obstacles via meditation, makes Cannes World Market Debut and releases First-Look Footage, just in time for Meditation Month (May) & is accompanied by the book of the same name
LOS ANGELES (May 24, 2019) – Tom Cronin and Superhuman International are pleased to announce the Cannes World Market Debut of THE PORTAL and the exclusive first-look at the film’s trailer. The film was produced by international meditation expert, Tom Cronin and directed and produced by Jacqui Fifer. Lon Haber presented the film in Cannes to standing room only crowds. THE PORTAL ASKSWhat would happen if 7 billion people all meditated? Could it shift the trajectory of our planet? THE PORTAL is an immersive, cinematic experience that answers the question: How can we really change the world? Through heart-opening contemplation and shared experiences of transformation on a personal scale, with global implications, six ordinary people (and a robot) show how stillness and mindfulness can unlock personal change and ignite a planetary shift, providing hope to humankind. “We are thrilled to give audiences around the world a first-look at THE PORTAL, a film that resonates strongly within the global marketplace, the entertainment industry, and our global community as a whole,” said Cronin. “THE PORTAL is commercially viable film that raises the genre bar while remaining true to its core message.” Filmed in the US, Canada, Australia and a Syrian refugee camp in Jordan, THE PORTAL is richly visual and sonically powerful. Stunning cinematography and the raw intimate stories draw the audience in, while the immersive soundscape breaks ground in film history with its use of binaural beats in an already evocative score. “The result is like the casting of a gentle spell, an invitation to slip into a meditation and experience your own metamorphosis,” said Fifer. “Superhuman International is pushing the boundaries with this unique and transformational hybrid feature film experience.” Tom Cronin is founder of The Stillness Project, a global movement to inspire one billion people to sit in stillness, daily. Tom is passionate about reducing stress and chaos in people’s lives. His ongoing work in transformational leadership and cultivating inner peace through meditation takes him around the world presenting keynote talks in Malaysia, Indonesia, Australia, Mexico and the USA, hosting retreats, mentoring clients across the globe, teaching in schools, writing books, hosting mindfulness courses in the corporate sector and creating The Portal film-book experience, all as part of his commitment to the current planetary shift. Click here for more on Tom CroninJacqui Fifer has had an extensive career in the film industry as Producer, Director and Line Producer of such films as Better Watch Out (2016), The Osiris Child (2016), Infini (2015) and the multi-award winning dramatic feature Concealed (2017) that she produced. She also co-directed the 2012 and 2013 “Dones en Art” (Women and Film) festivals in Spain. THE PORTAL is her directorial debut. Enter THE PORTALSupported by insights from three of the world’s foremost futurists and philosophers, THE PORTAL opens hearts and minds to an exciting vision for humanity transformed. THE PORTAL weaves a captivating and vibrant tapestry of technology, love, existentialism, human potential, brain-hacking, stillness and inner peace. It is an experiential and genre-defining approach to personal change as we embark on the next phase of human evolution. The film is a powerful showcase of the unique potential our species has if we take time for stillness, and gives the audiences a powerful toolkit for positive transformation—proving we can change our world from the inside out. “No, this is not sci-fi—this is real life. Humankind is staring into an abyss, yet within us all we have the capability to bring ourselves (and our species) back from the brink.” Said Cronin. “The film is richly visual and sonically powerful to appeal to audiences of all ages.” Is an enlightened planet possible? Enter THE PORTAL and see. For more information please visit www.entertheportal.com
Beer Store Bottle Drive in fourteenth year of supporting blood cancer cures
The Returns for Leukemia Bottle Drive invites Ontario communities to participate in the fight to end blood cancers.
TORONTO, May 24, 2019 /CNW/ - On Saturday, May 25th, The Beer Store and its affiliated union – United Food & Commercial Workers Union Local 12R24 – are inviting Ontarians to join in the fight against blood cancers by donating their empty beer, wine and liquor containers to any Beer Store location during the 14th annual Returns for Leukemia Bottle Drive. All proceeds benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada (LLSC) in their mission to end blood cancers.
Over the past 13 years, over $15 million has been raised for the LLSC through the bottle drive. The money donated goes towards research, patient support services and public education.
"We applaud the commitment of Beer Store employees, customers, volunteers and the public across the province who take part in this campaign every year," says Alicia Talarico, LLSC president. "We are very grateful to be the recipient of these funds, which allow us to continue to invest in the best research and treatment advances in Canada."
The bottle drive has become a major event for The Beer Store's 7,000 employees and its union, as they are able to make a difference in the lives of those affected by blood cancers in their communities.
"I am so proud of our hardworking employees," says Beer Store president, Ted Moroz. "We are grateful to serve Ontarians and we are very proud that we can give back to our communities."
"Nationally, UFCW Canada has surpassed the $30 million dollar mark and I am very proud to lead Local 12R24, as well represent and be associated with such socially-conscious and caring members as well as our generous customers," explains UFCW Local 12R24 president, John Nock.
All 450 Beer Stores across Ontario will be accepting donations. Visit bottledrive.ca for more information on the bottle drive and other local events.
About Returns for Leukemia Bottle Drive
The Returns for Leukemia Bottle Drive is a fundraiser held each May at all Beer Store locations across Ontario by the United Food & Commercial Workers Local 12R24 in partnership with The Beer Store to raise funds for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada. To learn more about this event please visit bottledrive.ca.
About The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada is the single largest voluntary health agency dedicated to blood cancers in Canada. LLSC funds life-saving blood cancer research across the country, and provides free information and support services to patients and caregivers. Our mission is to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. To find out more visit llscanada.org.
For personalized disease, treatment or support information, patients can contact our local support staff at 1-833-222-4884. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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BC Government Announces $2 Million for Arthritis Research at ARThritis Soirée
VANCOUVER, May 24, 2019 /CNW/ - Arthritis Research Canada received exciting news at Wednesday night's annual ARThritis Soirée – a $2 million funding announcement by Health Minister Adrian Dix. This boosted the event's fundraising total to an amazing $2,355,000 in support of life-saving arthritis research.
More than 6 million Canadians, including 800,000 British Columbians, live with the pain and disability of arthritis. It is the #1 cause of work disability and costs the Canadian economy an estimated $33 billion per year in cost of treatment and lost productivity.
"By providing this funding, my ministry aims to help Arthritis Research Canada continue to improve the lives of British Columbians living with arthritis, and reduce the burden this disease places on our health-care system," Dix said.
The Soirée is the signature event of Arthritis Research Canada, the largest clinical arthritis research institution in North America, and is a success year-over-year thanks to the collective and generous efforts of many sponsors, guests, donors, volunteers, and dynamic hosts – Fred Lee, regular contributor to the CBC, Province, and Vancouver Magazine, and Coleen Christie, Global BC news anchor and host.
The event brings together the city's business, community and government leaders, as well as philanthropists, doctors, scientists, healthcare professionals, and many others who share an appreciation of art and a desire to support arthritis research. This year's music theme treated guests to a performance by Mike Reno, lead singer of Loverboy, who along with an all-star band sang some of Loverboy's greatest hits.
"For such a prevalent disease, people are consistently surprised that arthritis represents the leading cause of disability among adults," said Dan Scarrow, President of Macdonald Realty, the event's Presenting Sponsor. "It is important to let people know that arthritis is a serious condition that can have a very damaging effect on people's lives. We are proud to support the Soirée, which brings like-minded individuals together to fight against arthritis."
Dr. John Esdaile, Arthritis Research Canada's Scientific Director, added that the annual event plays an important role in creating awareness about the more than 100 forms of arthritis and how ONLY through arthritis research can we tackle the pain and disability experienced by millions, young and old, who suffer with this disease.
"Our research is focused on arthritis prevention, early diagnosis, and better treatment. Thanks to the generous support of everyone who attended the ARThritis Soirée, and because of the funding provided by British Columbia's government, we can continue to change lives."
About ARTHRITIS RESEARCH CANADA:
Arthritis Research Canada is the largest clinical arthritis research centre in North America. Our mission is to transform the lives of people living with arthritis through research and engagement. Led by world-renowned rheumatologist, Dr. John Esdaile, Arthritis Research Canada's scientific team of over 100 are creating a future where people living with arthritis are empowered to triumph over pain and disability. Within British Columbia, Alberta and Quebec, Arthritis Research Canada is leading research aimed at arthritis prevention, early diagnosis and treatment, and quality of life issues.
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Federal Government Awards $49M to Terry Fox Research Institute and Imagia led Consortium to Accelerate Medical Breakthroughs
Joint project aims to unlock data-driven discoveries in cancer and other diseases to unleash the full potential of personalized healthcare
MONTRÉAL, May 24, 2019 /CNW/ - The Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development, announced an investment of up to $49M from the Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) as part of the Stream 4 - Health and Biosciences competition. This award, together with $108M in-cash and $165M in-kind contributions from 97 consortium partners, supports a Digital Health and Discovery Platform (DHDP) that will combine Canadian expertise in artificial intelligence (AI) and precision medicine to improve healthcare for Canadians. The joint endeavour will catalyze collaborations with industry to stimulate commercialization of home-grown research discoveries.
Announced at Imagia headquarters yesterday in Montreal, Minister Bains said the recipients of the innovation grant will establish a cutting-edge, national digital health data initiative. According to the Office of Innovation, Science and Economic Development in Canada, "Through this new platform, researchers and doctors will work to accelerate the development of new and personalized treatments to help to find cures for diseases that affect Canadians. While the platform will initially focus on cancer, the plan is to expand to other areas of medicine in the future." The full government release can be found here.
The hope for conquering complex diseases such as cancer is in the intelligent use of digital information. The new Digital Health and Discover Platform will greatly empower the Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres network, launched by the Terry Fox Research Institute on April 12 in St John's, Newfoundland on the 39th anniversary of Terry Fox's Marathon of Hope to cure cancer. For the first time, cancer centres and research institutes across the country are joining forces from coast to coast to coast to advance a world-leading, precision medicine cancer plan, a roadmap to cure cancer, to benefit all Canadians. The platform will provide world-leading infrastructure and an innovation framework that will enable collaborations and the sharing of data insights, knowledge and resources with partners across the country to accelerate precision medicine.
The four-year project will leverage Imagia's EVIDENS AI discovery platform and clinical collaboration ecosystem. EVIDENS enables federated learning on patient data across multiple hospitals and unites creative minds in both AI and healthcare to power discovery at scale. The platform empowers clinical researchers from different pan-Canadian institutions to derive outcome-based insights from real-world evidence (RWE) and collaborate on AI biomarkers and clinical decision support systems. Imagia's unique healthcare AI ecosystem gives hospitals, medical device makers, pharmaceutical companies, and diagnostics manufacturers the opportunity to benefit from a vast AI clinical solutions innovation pipeline to develop breakthrough advances in personalized healthcare.
Quote from the Honourable Navdeep Bains, Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development: "This investment promises not only to improve the future of Canadians' health but also to do it with made-in-Canada solutions. By harnessing Canada's strengths in health research and AI, we're helping to usher in a new era of more personalized care that will mean better health outcomes. We're excited to see all the new health and biosciences innovations that will result from this collaboration."
Quote from Alexandre Le Bouthillier, Imagia Co-founder & Chief Corporate Officer: "The time to harness the power of AI is now so that we continue to augment Canada's position on the global AI stage. By combining the experience of its clinical collaborators, industry, AI institute partners and the Terry Fox Research Institute, Imagia will fulfill its mission to make accessible personalized health care a clinical reality. The Canadian government's strategic grant will fuel a significant next step in the life-changing work of Imagia and the Terry Fox Research Institute. Our complementary strengths in research and AI is a fierce combination that will spark the critical change needed for scientific discoveries, improved diagnostics, and more effective treatments resulting from new, scaled technologies."
Quote from Dr. Victor Ling, O.C., O.B.C., TFRI President and Scientific Director: "We thank the Honourable Minister Bains and the Government of Canada for their vote of confidence in this pan-Canadian, multi-partner collaborative partnership that brings together the nation's best minds in precision medicine and artificial intelligence. The new Digital Health and Discovery Platform will help us to transform cancer research and care in Canada by enabling the new Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres network to analyze enormous amounts of genomic and clinical data to find new and better ways to treat cancer patients, no matter where they live in Canada."
Imagia Imagia is a leading Canadian healthcare AI company on a mission to leverage advances in AI and accelerate the advent of accessible personalized medicine. Imagia developed EVIDENS, an AI-first platform for clinician driven end-to-end discoveries of AI biomarkers with the greatest chance of clinical benefit for patients. The company is engaged with clinicians from world-class research institutes as well as category-leading pharma, medical device, and diagnostic companies to co-develop healthcare AI solutions and drive the future of personalized medicine around the world. Imagia.com
The Terry Fox Research Institute The Terry Fox Research Institute (TFRI), established in 2007, invests in world-class, collaborative cancer research teams and partnerships. Together with its research and funding partners, TFRI is working to inspire the transformation of cancer research in this country by bringing together leading cancer research and treatment organizations in Canada and empowering them under the framework of the Marathon of Hope Cancer Centres Network. www.tfri.ca
SOURCE Terry Fox Research Institute
More than Meets the Eye: 4 Benefits of Exercise Aside from Weight Loss
According to health professionals, you need at least 2 sessions of strength training per week and 2 and half hours of aerobic exercises. That way, you can gain from your workout routine. Apart from weight loss, working out has got many other benefits. In this article, we are going to talk about 4 of those benefits.
Improves Cardiovascular Health
Something that most people forget is that the heart is a muscle like any other. In fact, it may be the second most crucial organ after the brain. Exercise gets the heart pumping, leading to the production of more oxygen. This helps boost your energy levels and make you more productive throughout the day.
Puts You at a Lesser Risk of Getting Diabetes
Working out helps can help you strengthen your immune system. This is because when you exercise you get rid of unwanted fat and allow insulin to properly move the glucose through the blood stream. This puts you at a lesser risk of getting diabetes. The proper breakdown of glucose also gives you more energy.
Helps to Build Intimacy and Strengthen Relationships
If you really want to enjoy your workouts, encourage a friend or lover to tag along with you as you go to the gym. We live in a highly digitized world where everybody is always on their phones. Exercise can provide you with the perfect opportunity to bond with your loved ones. Alternatively, you can just go on morning runs or evening walks with the rest of your family members.
Improves Your Moods
When you exercise, your body releases norepinephrine, which is a hormone that can help to keep you relaxed and get rid of stress and anxiety. Releasing that extra stress in your body can be a great way to supplement any chronic pain services. Working out also helps your body release endorphins, which can help get rid of depression. Did you know that the lack of Vitamin D can lead to mood swings? This is why exercising outdoors during the morning hours can help to improve your moods. This is because you are getting sufficient vitamin D.
Even though some people think that exercise is only for those people that want to reduce weight, there’s more than meets the eye. When you work out, you strengthen your cardiovascular health and maintain your blood sugar levels. Exercise also helps you to improve your moods and make you more relaxed.
Trait Biosciences Names International
Marketing Leader As CEO
New COO, a proven leader in agricultural science, also joins executive team
VANCOUVER – May 23, 2019 – Trait Biosciences Inc., a rapidly growing leader in bio-technology focused on advancing the science of cannabinoid production within the Hemp & Cannabis industry, has appointed Peter J. McDonough, a proven global marketing leader, as its Chief Executive Officer.
McDonough, who previously served on Trait’s Board of Directors, takes the reins from Joseph del Moral, a cannabis industry veteran who successfully led the early formation of Trait. The Board’s decision to change the company’s leadership reflects Trait’s expanding technology platforms and interest in leveraging McDonough’s expertise in directing the science to support innovative CBD products within the rapidly evolving Hemp & Cannabis industry.
Following McDonough’s CEO appointment Mr. del Moral will remain active and vital to Trait — serving on its Board of Directors and working closely with the executive team.
“We thank Joseph for his invaluable leadership in moving Trait forward and we welcome Peter as Trait enters its next phase of growth and evolution,” said Michael Harrison, Trait Chairman. “We will tap heavily into Peter’s expertise and experience as Trait expands its focus on the North American market and builds its stature in the worldwide CBD infused beverage and Health & Wellness industry.”
“I look forward to continuing to work with Joseph, who has been a great leader,” said McDonough. “He’ll continue to play a key role with our world class science team as we introduce breakthrough technology enabling the scaled production of water-soluble CBDs and highly valued minor cannabinoids to stimulate new product development. We’re excited to bring these technologies to market and advance our patent pending plant transformation technology delivering increased crop yields, protection without pesticides and amplified plant production of natural high-quality cannabinoids.”
As CEO, McDonough will lead Trait’s globally renowned team of research scientists headed by Dr. Richard Sayre, recognized by Nature as one of the “top five crop researchers who could change the world.” Trait’s proprietary technologies feature patent pending IP in the development of enhanced cannabinoids delivering rapid onset, improved efficacy, bioavailability, stability and taste. Its advanced IP for creating water-soluble cannabinoids does not rely on the use of emulsion or nanotechnology, which are processes of increasing concern by health authorities.
Rebecca White tapped as COO
Trait also has recruited Dr. Rebecca White to the executive team, joining as Chief Operating Officer. White joins from Qualitas Health, where she oversaw a staff of 30 and was responsible for product production as Vice President, Operations. Prior to Qualitas, White was Director of Cultivation at Sapphire Energy, Inc. Dr. White possesses a PhD in microbiology from Texas A&M University and is a proven business leader in transferring innovative science and technology to provide new commercial processes delivering improved production.
“I’m delighted to have Rebecca’s proven leadership and experience as we bring Trait’s unique technologies to the marketplace,” said McDonough. “As an accomplished leader in agricultural science and research, Rebecca will play a key role in Trait’s mission to become the most productive originator of technology providing a competitive edge in CBD product development.”
McDonough Background
In appointing McDonough Trait has selected a proven leader in business development and brand building with 30 years’ experience across multiple consumer product industries. He served as a senior executive at Diageo North America (NYSE: DEO) for nearly a decade as its President, Chief Marketing & Innovation Officer from 2009-2015. Prior to Diageo, McDonough was Procter & Gamble’s Vice President of European Marketing overseeing Duracell Batteries and Braun Appliances. Earlier he served on the MBA faculty teaching marketing strategy at the University of Canterbury’s Graduate School of Commerce in New Zealand.
Prior to his overseas work, McDonough was Gillette’s head of North American marketing for the company’s flagship blade/razor business and introduced market-leading brands such as Mach3 Turbo and Venus Razors. Earlier in his career he was Director of North American marketing at Black & Decker where he was involved in launching the DeWalt Power Tool Company. McDonough currently serves on several Corporate Boards, including the Advisory Board of Viridian Capital Advisors, a leading financial advisory firm dedicated to the Hemp & Cannabis industry. McDonough is an alumnus of Cornell University and holds a Master of Business Administration from the Wharton School of Business.
About Trait
With a team of internationally recognized scientists who are applying best-in-class technology and agricultural science, Trait Biosciences is an emerging biotechnology leader in the Hemp & Cannabis industry. Its consumer technology platforms provide breakthrough IP and science which produce enhanced cannabinoids featuring predictable onset timing, superior bioavailability, extended stability and improved taste. Trait’s patent pending technology includes a process for generating water-soluble cannabinoids that does not rely on emulsion or nanotechnology. The company’s agricultural technologies increase crop yields and plant safety, including ultrahigh yield “Super Producer” plants which dramatically increase a plant’s natural cannabinoid productivity, and its RNAi crop protection technology, which eliminates the need for pesticides or fungicides, providing higher quality safer CBD infused nutraceutical and pharmaceutical products.
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What to Do When Your Regular Exercise Routine Turns Painful
Routine exercise sessions are supposed to make your body feel better. They’re supposed to give you more energy, too. That’s why it can be so stressful to realize that your physical fitness moves are in reality doing the exact opposite. If you’re dealing with pain that’s the result of your workout practices, then you need to take immediate action, no exceptions.
Give Your Tired Body a Break
Pain that’s the result of exercise may be a hint that you’re overexerting your body. That’s why it can help immensely to give yourself a temporary workout “timeout.” a break can give your body the chance to recharge and get back on track. Remember, breaks between workout sessions can promote muscle recovery and healing in general.
Go to a General Practitioner
Schedule an appointment with a general practitioner to figure out what may be wrong. Your doctor can figure out if there’s some kind of medical issue affecting your body. Sciatica may be an issue. He or she can determine whether any specific moves are detrimental to your physique and wellness as well. A doctor can even talk to you about treatment and management plans that may be effective.
Head to a Chiropractor
Chiropractors can often be game-changers for people who suffer from persistent and mysterious aches and pains. You can talk to your general practitioner to get recommendations for a talented chiropractorin your area. An impressive chiropractor may be able to give you an adjustment that can get your body feeling as good as new again. Chiropractors can aid patients with low back pain, leg pain, and even digestive health concerns.
Treat Yourself Kindly
Don’t ever beat up on yourself about your workouts. If your body feels pain, then that’s a sign that something is amiss. You can get your body moving in the right direction by seeking prompt medical care and being kind to yourself. Take a warm and soothing bath. Maybe even try a few gentle stretching poses. If you’re good to your body, it will reward you in a big way. Don’t forget that your body is 100 percent irreplaceable.
Routine exercise can make you feel as good as gold. If you start developing pain, however, it may be an indication that you’re doing something incorrectly. It may even be an indication that you have some kind of injury of health problem. That’s why you need to set up an appointment with your doctor immediately.
The Scotiabank Calgary Marathon Celebrates its 55th Anniversary
Participants lace-up in support of 78 local charities, through the Scotiabank Charity Challenge
CALGARY, May 23, 2019 /CNW/ - The 55th edition of the Scotiabank Calgary Marathon takes place this weekend with participants raising money for 78 local charities, as part of the Scotiabank Charity Challenge.
Canada's longest running marathon, The Scotiabank Calgary Marathon, features the: 50km Ultra, Scotiabank Calgary Marathon, Centaur Subaru 21.1km, Jugo Juice 10km, GoodLife Fitness 5km Walk & Run and the Scotiabank Kids Marathon, for those 12 years of age and under. The race weekend will welcome 10,000 participants across all distances
"Canada's longest running marathon is about much more than running, it brings people in our community together through a shared value of active healthy living and it celebrates excellence, in achievement and in fundraising," says Kirsten Fleming, Executive Director of Run Calgary.
The Scotiabank Charity Challenge is a turnkey fundraising program that provides a simple way for racers to support the charity of their choice and make a significant impact locally. Participating charities keep 100 per cent of the proceeds raised, as Scotiabank pays for all transactions and credit card fees. Since 2010, $7,395,111 has been raised in Calgary through the Challenge.
"We are proud to continue our involvement with the Scotiabank Calgary Marathon again this year," says Rod Wendt, District Vice President, Calgary Central, Scotiabank. "We know what is possible when people come together in support of their communities. At Scotiabank, investing in our communities has been a focus for over 185 years and that is not changing. Together with our employees, we are focused on enriching the lives of young people and helping them reach their infinite potential. Our goal has always been to help create a better life for people in the communities we serve and that will continue at the Scotiabank Calgary Marathon on May 26. We look forward to cheering all the racers across the finish line and thank them for fundraising for their charity of choice through the Scotiabank Charity Challenge."
Scotiabank offers the Scotiabank Charity Challenge at six sponsored marathon events across Canada including Montreal, Halifax, Ottawa, Calgary, Vancouver and Toronto. Since 2003, over $70 million has been raised as part of the Scotiabank Charity Challenge across Canada. Scotiabank aims to help young people reach their infinite potential by investing in the complete picture of their development. Many of the organizations who take part in the Scotiabank Charity Challenge have a direct impact in our local youth. Through the Bank's philanthropic efforts, we hope young people gain lifelong skills and values that help them grow into healthy, contributing adults.
Register for an event: Register for Scotiabank Calgary Marathon on the event website until May 25, 2 p.m. or beginning at 11 a.m. in person at the Health and Wellness Expo on Friday May 24, at: Big Four Building in Stampede Park (1801 Big Four Trail S.E.)
Fundraise: Once registered, sign up for the Scotiabank Charity Challenge and raise funds for a participating official charity.
Share! Share your story behind why you support your charity, using #runScotia, #runCalgary and #InfinitePotential
Cheer: Support friends and family along the race route and as they cross the finish line.
Everything you need to know in advance of Race Weekend, for Race Day and following the race, can be found on the Scotiabank Calgary Marathon website.
About the Scotiabank Calgary Marathon A race for every age and ability, Alberta's Best Road Race in 2009, 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2017 the 50K Ultra, Scotiabank 42.2K, Centaur Subaru 21.1K, the Jugo Juice 10K, the Goodlife Fitness 5K Family Walk & Run and the Scotiabank Kids Marathon. The largest race on the prairies attracts elite athletes from coast to coast as well as internationally. The event brings in $7 million annually to the local economy and gives back through the Scotiabank Charity Challenge, scholarship programming and the Neighbourhood Spirit Challenge.
About Scotiabank At Scotiabank, we aim to support organizations that are committed to helping young people reach their infinite potential. Young people are our future leaders and Scotiabank's goal is to help ensure that they have the necessary skills and resources they need to support their success. Together with our employees, the Bank supports causes at a grassroots level. Recognized as a leader for our charitable donations and philanthropic activities, in 2018, Scotiabank contributed more than $80 million to help our communities around the world.
Scotiabank is Canada's international bank and a leading financial services provider in the Americas. We are dedicated to helping our more than 25 million customers become better off through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets. With a team of more than 98,000 employees and assets of over $1 trillion (as at January 31, 2019), Scotiabank trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: BNS) and New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BNS). For more information, please visit http://www.scotiabank.com/ and follow us on Twitter @ScotiabankViews.
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