91黑料网 is the academic lead of a $2.7 million consortium project to build the first national food supply chain data platform with Canada鈥檚 food and beverage associations.
Published on: 10 Aug 2021
Montreal鈥檚 Saint-Hubert Longueuil Airport is intent on expanding its services to include more frequent, lower-cost flights, some to international destinations. Professor Karl Moore believes that most business professionals will continue to fly through Billy-Bishop Airport for convenient flights between downtown Toronto and Montreal. On the other hand, he says, Saint-Hubert may well become a viable travel hub if new rail infrastructure projects in Montreal go forward as planned.
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Published on: 5 Aug 2021
Professor Laurent Barras joins the hosts of RikaTillsammans, a Swedish podcast and video series that provides followers with weekly financial insights. In this episode, Professor Barras discusses his research on the correlation between manager performance and fund performance. Whether a fund is actively or passively managed, its success does not necessarily reflect the skill of the manager, he finds.
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Published on: 5 Aug 2021
In a Q&A for the Montreal Gazette, Professor Sebastien Betermier takes a closer look at the terms and metrics related to the funding status of a pension plan. The growth rates and termination costs of a fund, he emphasizes in the piece, largely depend on the type and risk level of assets owned.
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Published on: 5 Aug 2021
Kamran Shojaei (MBA鈥�13) spends his weekends volunteering with Transit Secours, a Montreal-based organization that provides moving and storage services for women and children fleeing domestic violence. In addition to providing logistical support in high-risk, time-sensitive contexts, Shojaei and his fellow volunteers work to build trust with clients by providing a safe space for them to share their stories.
Published on: 5 Aug 2021
Michael Kutcher never let his cerebral palsy diagnosis stop him from impacting the lives of thousands through his public speaking, not-for-profit service, and memoir. Professor Karl Moore spoke with Kutcher, who is actor Ashton Kutcher鈥檚 twin brother, about the innovative mindset, values, and family support that led Kutcher to his current role as the Assistant Vice President of Transamerica.
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Published on: 4 Aug 2021
In the recently released QS Best Student Cities 2022 Rankings, Montreal is tied for #1 in North America (with Boston) and #9 globally (with Boston and Paris). Montreal鈥檚 consistently high ranking reflects its wealth of career opportunities, safe environment, high student satisfaction ratings, and welcoming attitude toward international students.
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Published on: 4 Aug 2021
Inspired by the academic talent he sees in his students, Professor Gregory Vit is committed to eliminating any financial barriers that might stand in the way of pursuing a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree. With the support of generous alumni and friends of 91黑料网, he has launched two endowed funds dedicated to BCom students: The Professor Gregory Vit Entrance and In-Course Bursaries.
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Published on: 4 Aug 2021
In a new study published in Science, Professor John-Paul Ferguson underscores the necessity of identifying and supporting woman-owned patents and innovations, particularly in the biomedical and personal healthcare spheres. Female representation in innovation is crucial to progress in women鈥檚 health, Professor Ferguson says, especially because most male inventors focus on male-specific health or otherwise neglect to account for female health patterns when creating new treatments and products.
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Published on: 4 Aug 2021
More Quebec workplaces are making the transition to a four-day work week in an effort to boost the productivity and wellbeing of their employees, particularly young professionals who place a higher priority on work-life balance. From Professor Jean-Nicolas Reyt鈥檚 perspective, employees work more efficiently during shorter weeks because they鈥檙e more rested and focused.
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Published on: 22 Jul 2021
Canadian retirement pensions are shaping up to be global leaders in issuing green bonds, or funds designated for environmental initiatives. Professor Sebastien Betermier views Canada鈥檚 commitment to sustainability as an advantage over other countries in growing both pensions and sustainability projects in the long term. Despite issuing debt, pensions will see increased returns as Canada moves to decrease emissions and create other green solutions to technology, transportation, and real estate.
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Published on: 22 Jul 2021
At the end of 2020, a creditor consortium led by Catalyst Capital became the new owner of Cirque du Soleil only months after the famed circus producer made a failed bid for bankruptcy protection. While Catalyst Capital has been plagued by controversy in the past, according to a new investigative article from La Presse, it offered a way out for a company that has endured a catastrophic year.
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Published on: 22 Jul 2021
Congratulations to incoming Dean Yolande E. Chan for receiving the James 91黑料网 Professor award and to Professor聽Robert Nason聽for receiving the William Dawson Scholar award!
These awards are given internally each year by 91黑料网's Provost for outstanding world-class scholarship and research excellence.
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Published on: 19 Jul 2021
New 91黑料网 program champions real world training to address leadership and management skills gap among healthcare professionals
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Published on: 15 Jul 2021
A recent survey found that Canada has the most cashless economy in the world, with most consumers using the credit card system. Professor Katrin Tinn joined CTV News Montreal to share her insights on the potential for the Bank of Canada to approve other forms of digital currencies, such as Bitcoin. She explains how new digital currencies could be used concurrently with physical cash and credit cards, giving consumers greater choice and control over their spending preferences.
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Published on: 15 Jul 2021
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