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Montreal Gazette
08-08-2025
- Business
- Montreal Gazette
Aja Health and Wellness Inc. Provides Update on Delay in Filing Financial Statements and Implementation of Cease Trade Order
Not for dissemination in the United States of America VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aja Health and Wellness Inc. ("Aja" or the "Company") (TSXV:Aja) announces that the Alberta Securities Commission (the " ASC"), as its principal regulator, has revoked the management cease trade order previously issued to the Company. On August 1, 2025, the ASC issued a Failure-to-File Cease Trade Order (the " FFCTO") prohibiting the trading by any person of any securities of the Company. The FFCTO was issued due to the delayed filing of the Company's annual audited financial statements for the financial year ending December 31, 2024, including the related management's discussion and analysis and certifications from the CEO and CFO (the " Annual Filings") and the Company's unaudited interim financial statements for the three months ended March 31, 2025, the management's discussion and analysis for the same period and management certifications of the interim filings (the " Interim Filings") beyond the April 30, 2025 and May 30, 2025 deadline for the Annual Filings and Interim Filings, respectively. The Company anticipates that the FFCTO will remain in place until such time as the Annual Filings and the Interim Filings are filed. Update on Annual Filings Aja previously announced that the delay in filing the Annual Filings was due to the determination that the previously announced reverse takeover transaction, which closed on September 17, 2024, will be characterized as a series of acquisitions for accounting purposes. This characterization requires a valuation of the purchase price allocation to complete the audited financial statements for the financial year ending December 31, 2024. The valuator continues to work on valuing the purchase price allocation and anticipates having the valuation finalized on or before August 15, 2025. Following receipt of the valuation, the auditors will continue working with the Company to complete the audited financial statements for the financial year ending December 31, 2024. The Company is working to complete the Annual Filings as soon as possible and expects the Annual Filings to be filed on or before August 29, 2025. Update on Interim Filings As a result of the delay in filing the Annual Filings, Aja previously announced that it was unable to file its Interim Filings. Aja is working to complete the Interim Filings as soon as possible and expects the Interim Filings to be filed on or before August 29, 2025. On behalf of the Board of Directors "Sanjeev Parsad" Sanjeev Parsad President, CEO and Director The above may contain "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws. When used in this address, the words "estimate", "project", "belief", "anticipate", "intend", "expect", "plan", "predict", "may" or "should" and the negative of these words or such variations thereon or comparable terminology are intended to identify forward-looking statements and information. Although the Company believes in light of the experience of its officers and directors, current conditions and expected future developments and other factors that have been considered appropriate that the expectations reflected in this forward-looking information are reasonable, readers are cautioned to not place undue reliance on forward-looking information because the Company can give no assurance that they will prove to be correct. Forward-looking statements are made based on management's beliefs, estimates and opinions on the date of publication of this information and the Company undertakes no obligation to update such forward-looking statements if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change. Furthermore, the Company undertakes no obligation to comment on analyses, expectations or statements made by third parties in respect of the Company. All forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. For further information, contact: This story was originally published August 8, 2025 at 6:28 PM.
The National
18-07-2025
- Politics
- The National
John Swinney: Why I'm launching a renewed strategy for independence
Indeed, the current flailing, listless UK Labour Government is a testament, warning of the dangers of getting involved in politics when you don't believe in much. How else can you explain the huge sense of disappointment and anger that is currently felt by the people of Scotland who voted to reject the Tories – and now see them replaced by such a hauntingly similar – and just as inept – Labour Government. That experience demonstrates a key point in the political beliefs I have held since my teenage years. Whether we have a Labour or a Tory UK government, Westminster doesn't work for Scotland. It is a lesson that once learnt, can never be forgotten. Scotland's interests are best served only when Scotland's future is in Scotland's hands. Our nation will only fully flourish when the people of Scotland are in charge of our own destiny with independence. READ MORE: Fury as Tory MP brands SNP 'fifth columnists' over weapons funding opposition Getting back on track When I returned to frontline political life just over a year ago as leader of the Scottish National Party and First Minister of Scotland, I realised I had to restore the credibility of my party and my Government so that we could make – and importantly win – the argument for Scottish independence. We had to, once more, earn the right to be heard on everything, but above all on independence. We have made substantial headway on that approach, a matter that is evidenced consistently in public polling. The people of Scotland are listening to the SNP again because the Scottish Government I lead is focused on the issues that matter to them. We are offering solutions to the ongoing cost of living crisis – with new policies such as the removal of peak fares on our railways. Our cost of living guarantee delivers savings for Scots that aren't available elsewhere. From council tax that is 30% lower than in England, or water bills 20% lower, or no charges for essentials like prescriptions. We restored Winter Fuel Payments for Scotland's pensioners when Labour chose to scrap them. We are taking bold action on child poverty by lifting the cruel two child cap that pushes thousands of children into poverty – a decision which been welcomed by every anti-poverty charity in the country and which Labour, to their shame, have failed to take at a UK level. And our NHS is stronger now than it has been for many years, as we get back on track after the huge shock to the system caused by Covid. The challenges are great, but record investment in our health service means that real progress is being made. A&E departments are under pressure but Scotland's A&Es are the best performing in the UK, with over 1 million patients seen within 4 hours last year – equating to around 1 patient seen every 30 seconds. We are seeing the fruits of all of this as we begin to recover electorally. Over the last 12 months, the SNP have won 13 local government by-elections, a big shift after a 20-month period without a single victory. Although the fact that we did not win the Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse by-election demonstrates we have more to do. Katy Loudon shakes hands with Davy Russell, winner of the by-election What comes next Our renewed unity and sense of purpose is clear for all to see, and that too is giving people confidence once again in the SNP, as the leading advocates of Scottish independence. Some good and necessary first steps have been taken, but they have only brought us to the starting line. We are in the race once again, and leading in the polls ahead of the Holyrood election next year. But my winning post is not one election, it is independence and that is what I am in this job to achieve. We are on the precipice of a new global age and that demands a bold new path for Scotland. Others speak glibly of a new direction or for the need for reform, but the change Scotland needs is more fundamental. To meet the challenges of this new age, we need a Scotland that is reborn. We made this case in 2014 and just under half of Scots agreed with us then. The decade and more that has passed has proved those aspirations ever more valid. Events at Westminster and on the UK stage demonstrate the necessity for the aspirational, ambitious agenda of Scottish independence. We are all poorer because of a Brexit that Scotland did not support. Yet we are part of a United Kingdom that will not confront that reality. In a UK that is dancing to Nigel Farage's tune, there is no chance of that calamitous decision being reversed. We are faced with family incomes stagnating, sky-high energy bills, low wages and a failing Westminster economic model that sees a disproportionate benefit for a very few who are already very rich. The UK remains one of the most unequal countries in the world, with government investment piling into London and the south-east, and Scotland little more than an afterthought. The needs and wishes of Scotland and the rest of the UK are moving further apart. And we need to be prepared to resolve that. It's different now Last time, many people gave the UK the benefit of the doubt, many believing that an incoming Labour government might put things right. But an incoming Labour government has only made things worse. That means this time, we must win. For the sake of our health, wealth and happiness, we can't allow a Britain that has been broken by Brexit to keep pulling Scotland down. We have a second chance at a fresh start for Scotland and it begins with the election in May 2026. The evidence is staring us in the face: Westminster is not working for Scotland. Life is just too difficult for too many and the UK is incapable of providing the required, essential boost to living standards. It's therefore time for the people of Scotland to take our future into our own hands, so that we can ensure our vast energy wealth delivers tangible benefits for our people, including lower household energy bills and a more competitive business environment. So that we can create a dynamic, internationally connected economy, ensuring opportunities for all in an economy that works for all. That message will lie at the heart of the SNP campaigning right up to the election in May 2026 – a campaign that will once again rekindle a sense of hope and possibility if decisions about Scotland are taken by the people who live here. READ MORE: Kent armed police threaten woman for holding Palestinian flag And in doing so, we have to challenge the democratic outrage that Westminster – right now – refuses to acknowledge Scotland's right to determine her own future. We demonstrated in 2014, that an agreed democratic referendum is the correct means to bring about that Independence. And have no doubt, such a democratic, constitutional approach is necessary if our independence is to achieve domestic and international legitimacy. Something that is essential if we are to receive international recognition and a smooth return to membership of the EU. That is the path that I want us to walk in 2026. And it means a campaign with three essential elements. The three-part plan First, it will be a campaign designed to build the highest levels of support possible for Independence as the best future for Scotland. I will be saying to those who voted Yes in 2014, and who have become independence supporters in the years since, that what they believed in then is just as valid today. They saw that Britain was fundamentally broken, that Westminster couldn't deliver on their dreams and aspirations, and what they saw has come to pass. And now it is time to do something about it. But I will also be urging people who were not persuaded of the merits of Independence in 2014 to see the state of Britain today and take a different view. Second, that means building public pressure around Scotland's fundamental national rights. The UK parties speak of a partnership of equals, but those are empty words if Scotland does not have the ability to determine her own future. We are ready to turn the heat up on Westminster and its anti-democratic stance, mobilising the support, energy and the impetus of people in Scotland behind the simple idea: no ifs, no buts, Scotland has the right to choose. And third, I want to persuade independence supporters that the way to deliver independence is only with an emphatic SNP win in 2026 and the priority is to do that now. History tells us that only when the SNP is doing well is there any prospect of advancing on Scotland's constitutional cause. During the next parliament we reach the point where there will be one million people eligible to vote who, last time around, were too young to do so or not even born. A generation has now clearly passed. It's time for the one change that will actually make a difference for Scotland, for the fresh start our nation needs so badly. It's time for Scotland to craft her destiny by ensuring Scotland's future is in the hands of the people of Scotland.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
How family-friendly is your city? This North Texas city ranks No. 3 for raising a family
A Texas city is among the most family-friendly in the country. But it's not Austin, or Dallas, or San Antonio. The average American moves nearly 12 times in a lifetime, according to U.S. Census data. This happens for a variety of reasons, both positive (such as getting a new job) and negative (like facing foreclosure on a home). In times of financial and/or occupational uncertainty, families are more likely to seek relocation to somewhere with a relatively low cost of living. To determine where families may be inclined to move, WalletHub published a survey comparing over 180 U.S. cities across 45 key factors, from the cost of housing to the quality of local school and healthcare systems to opportunities for fun and recreation. "Finding the best place to raise a family is difficult, between balancing an affordable cost of living with good educational opportunities, safety and enough recreation to keep kids entertained," WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo said. "On top of all of these factors, people also often want to raise their children close to their extended family. Therefore, current or prospective parents can benefit from narrowing down their choices to a few of the best cities that are within a reasonable drive of their family." Can you guess which Texas city made the top three for family friendliness? Here's how your city compares. Austin summer on a budget: Free concert series, museums, more wallet-friendly activities A North Texas city in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area was named the third-most family-friendly city in the country, according to WalletHub. Plano stood out among cities for its safety, having the tenth-lowest violent crime rate and the 29th-lowest property crime rate. It also had a low traffic fatality rate. In the education sphere, Plano has the ninth-largest share of schools (over 55%) with a rating of at least 7 out of 10. It also claimed the fifth-highest high school graduation rate. Total score: 68.55 Family fun rank: 75 Health and safety rank: 5 Education and childcare rank: 19 Affordability rank: 6 Socioeconomics rank: 2 Source: WalletHub Besides Plano, three other cities in the Lone Star State ranked in the top 10 in various categories. Austin ranked eighth in affordability, while Irving ranked 10th in socioeconomics. Dallas ranked ninth in family fun. Houston tied with New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Diego and San Francisco in offering the most attractions among all cities in the study. H-Town also had the fifth-most playgrounds per capita. Las Vegas, Chicago, New York and Cincinnati all tied for having the most playgrounds. Out of all the cities analyzed, Laredo had the largest share of families with young kids, topped only by Gilbert, Arizona. Not all Texas cities were considered family-friendly across the board. Brownsville tied with Rochester, New York for having the third-largest share of families who live below the poverty line. Detroit and Cleveland had the first- and second-largest share, respectively. Although Houston offers numerous playgrounds and attractions, it ranked near the bottom (169) in the health and safety category. Overall rank City Family fun rank Health & safety rank Education & child care rank Affordability rank Socioeconomics rank 3 Plano 75 5 19 6 2 16 Austin 83 92 27 8 40 75 Grand Prairie 47 59 165 98 43 77 Amarillo 81 129 85 74 48 90 Fort Worth 59 106 157 69 69 92 Laredo 69 82 23 151 116 101 Arlington 72 99 149 99 59 103 Irving 172 76 146 86 10 105 Garland 144 78 135 127 29 110 El Paso 20 94 104 155 124 118 Brownsville 89 134 31 154 126 121 Lubbock 111 154 65 96 115 136 Dallas 9 140 108 132 107 144 Houston 33 169 121 131 135 147 Corpus Christi 160 130 130 119 84 152 San Antonio 80 163 128 126 131 As evident in Houston's rankings, having a high rank in family fun often did not coincide with high rankings in other categories and vice versa. The overall top three cities to raise a family in did not make the top 50 for family fun. South Burlington, Vermont ranked the best in education and child care but landed near the bottom in terms of family fun. The inverse was also true. Las Vegas, for example, topped the family fun ranking but came in 151st for education and child care. Los Angeles, ranked No. 2 in family fun, is also 172nd in affordability. City, state Total score Family fun rank Health & safety rank Education & child care rank Affordability rank Socioeconomics rank Fremont, CA 73.53 86 4 2 9 1 Overland Park, KS 71.66 102 18 10 1 3 Plano, TX 68.55 75 5 19 6 2 Irvine, CA 68.50 31 3 3 52 11 South Burlington, VT 65.07 163 108 1 10 17 Seattle, WA 64.93 71 93 11 7 14 Boise, ID 64.86 18 26 30 28 18 Gilbert, AZ 64.69 70 16 50 14 4 Bismarck, ND 64.57 117 32 64 4 9 San Diego, CA 64.39 5 21 12 82 30 City, state Total score Family fun rank Health & safety rank Education & child care rank Affordability rank Socioeconomics rank Memphis, TN 34.07 153 181 168 158 169 Detroit, MI 34.10 49 173 180 156 182 Cleveland, OH 34.89 100 172 173 163 181 Gulfport, MS 37.67 113 158 179 165 159 Newark, NJ 38.07 170 88 53 180 177 Birmingham, AL 38.23 124 170 167 148 174 Baltimore, MD 39.06 157 148 166 118 178 San Bernardino, CA 39.26 22 168 172 178 136 Jackson, MS 39.57 76 180 127 161 167 Hialeah, FL 39.78 176 40 59 182 149 This article originally appeared on Austin American-Statesman: This Texas city ranks as the 3rd most family-friendly city in the US
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Euro Sun Mining Included on European Union's List of Strategic Assets
TORONTO, March 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Euro Sun Mining Inc., (TSX: ESM) ('Euro Sun' or the 'Company') is proud to announce that the company's Rovina Valley Project has been included on the European Union's first list of strategic assets following their May 27, 2024 call for applications under the Critical Raw Materials Act. This decision allows Euro Sun to fast-track the permitting process under new European legislative guidelines to facilitate the development of the Rovina Valley Project. Commentating on this development, Mr. Grant Sboros (CEO Euro Sun) said, 'We are extremely excited by this news, not just for the people of Romania, but also for our loyal and patient shareholders. Euro Sun Mining now has European Union support to help secure permits for a project that can deliver critical raw materials quickly in support of European strategic interests. This news also propels Romania to the forefront of critical raw material supply. On a personal level, I am also so happy that the European Union has recognized the importance of the Rovina Valley Project for Romania and Europe. There is now much work to done, but I would like to take this opportunity to thank our incredible shareholders and organisations like the International Copper Association for their unwavering support.' About Euro Sun Mining Inc. Euro Sun is a Toronto Stock Exchange listed mining company focused on the exploration and development of its 100%-owned Rovina Valley gold and copper project located in west-central Romania, which hosts the second largest gold deposit in Europe. The Rovina Valley Project unlocks much needed investment and job creation in Hunedoara County and, delivers critical minerals necessary for Europe's green energy transition. Further information: For further information about Euro Sun Mining, or the contents of this press release, please contact Investor Relations at info@ Caution regarding forward-looking information: This press release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. Forward-looking information includes, without limitation, statements regarding the European Union's decision to include the Rovina Valley Project on the list of Strategic Assets; the benefits to Euro Sun of the inclusion on the list of Strategic Assets; Europe's energy transition and demand for energy metals; environmental impact of the RVP; and development of the RVP. Forward-looking information is subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause the actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information, including risks inherent in the mining industry and risks described in the public disclosure of the Company which is available under the profile of the Company on SEDAR at and on the Company's website at Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information, except in accordance with applicable securities laws. The TSX does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in to access your portfolio
