Toronto Construction Groups Urge City to Streamline Procurement for Faster Projects and Reduced Costs

Toronto Construction Groups Urge City to Streamline Procurement for Faster Projects and Reduced Costs

The Toronto and Area Road Builders Association (TARBA), the Greater Toronto Sewer and Watermain Contractors Association (GTSWCA), and the Heavy Construction Association of Toronto (HCAT) are calling on the City of Toronto to improve procurement practices to accelerate project timelines, mitigate traffic congestion, and reduce overall costs. The groups highlight the need for early tendering, project acceleration incentives, empowered project managers, better coordination, and a culture of innovation.

JetZero Welcomes Aerospace Innovator Rob Dewar to Board of Directors

JetZero Welcomes Aerospace Innovator Rob Dewar to Board of Directors

JetZero, a company developing the world’s first commercial blended wing body (BWB) airplane, has announced the addition of Rob Dewar to its Board of Directors. Dewar, a veteran aerospace innovator, brings decades of experience in leading successful aircraft programs, including the Airbus A220, formerly known as the Bombardier CSeries. Dewar’s expertise is expected to be invaluable as JetZero works towards its goal of delivering the BWB to market by 2030.

Power Metals Corp. Reports Encouraging Progress on Phase II Drill Program at Case Lake Property

Power Metals Corp. Reports Encouraging Progress on Phase II Drill Program at Case Lake Property

Power Metals Corp. is pleased to provide an update on its ongoing Phase II 2024 drill program at its 100% owned Case Lake property in Ontario, Canada. The program is progressing well with the successful completion of eleven diamond drill holes at both the West Joe and Case Lake zones, exceeding the initial target depth. The company is confident in its ability to complete the program ahead of schedule, with assay results anticipated in late October. Furthermore, Power Metals has initiated metallurgical test work to evaluate the cesium mineralization at West Joe, demonstrating their commitment to advancing the project towards commercialization.

AngloGold Ashanti Acquires Centamin in $2.5 Billion Deal, Creating Fourth-Largest Gold Producer

AngloGold Ashanti Acquires Centamin in $2.5 Billion Deal, Creating Fourth-Largest Gold Producer

AngloGold Ashanti is set to acquire Centamin in an all-share deal valued at $2.5 billion, creating the fourth-largest gold producer globally. The acquisition focuses on Centamin’s Sukari gold mine in Egypt, a Tier 1 asset with a consistent output, low-cost structure, and long mine life. The deal is expected to be accretive to AngloGold’s financial performance and will boost its annual gold production above 3 million ounces.

Decibel Cannabis Exceeds Flower Strategy Expectations, Reports Strong Demand

Decibel Cannabis Exceeds Flower Strategy Expectations, Reports Strong Demand

Decibel Cannabis Company Inc. (DB, DBCCF) has reported exceeding expectations with its new flower strategy. The company’s QWEST brand, re-launched in July with a focus on affordable quality, has seen a significant increase in demand, both domestically and internationally. Despite recent sales declines, Decibel is making strategic moves to improve operational efficiency and achieve a free cash flow run rate of $10 million per year.

Investor Jitters: Election Uncertainty Fuels Volatility Amid Economic Headwinds

Investor Jitters: Election Uncertainty Fuels Volatility Amid Economic Headwinds

Investors are navigating a turbulent market landscape, driven by U.S. economic uncertainty, Federal Reserve policy shifts, and the upcoming presidential election. This confluence of factors is leading to heightened demand for portfolio hedging, as evidenced by the rise in the VIX volatility index. While the market remains cautiously optimistic, the potential for economic surprises and geopolitical risks keeps investors on edge.

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