Latest news with #Aurora
Cision Canada
3 hours ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
Aurora Continues Deep Commitment to Veterans Through Strains for Heroes Initiative
NASDAQ| TSX: ACB EDMONTON, AB, July 16, 2025 /CNW/ - Aurora Cannabis Inc. (NASDAQ: ACB) (TSX: ACB), the Canadian-based leading global medical cannabis company, is proud to continue its Strains for Heroes initiative through collaboration with veteran communities and organizations across Canada. Five per cent of net profits from the sale of Strains for Heroes products are donated annually to veteran-focused organizations, up to a maximum of C$200,000. "For the third consecutive year, we are honoured to stand alongside the veteran community, not just in compassion, but in action," says Geoff Hoover, SVP of Commercial Canada at Aurora. "Our commitment is embedded in how we listen, collaborate, and innovate with veterans to develop high-quality medical cannabis products that truly serve their needs. Their resilience inspires our mission, and their voices shape our products. Supporting those who've served our country is a responsibility we carry with pride." Insights gained from veterans participating in the program help guide the company in crafting custom cannabis strains, focusing on attributes such as aroma, appearance, and effects that matter most to veteran patients. Since its launch in 2022, there have been five purpose-grown strains developed within the Strains for Heroes lineup, and named by veterans, including, Valour, Courage, Honour, Esprit De Corps and United Victory. Aurora is proud to support a growing number of veteran-focused organizations, by participating in community outreach, making charitable donations and amplifying their voices. Some partners include, Highway for Heroes, Post Traumatic Growth Association, Quilts of Valour Canada, Rainbow Veterans of Canada, True Patriot Love, Veterans Association and 4Wheelers4Vets. For more information about the Strains for Heroes product offerings and Aurora's veteran program, visit About Aurora Cannabis Inc. Aurora is opening the world to cannabis, serving both the medical and consumer markets across Canada, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, Aurora is a pioneer in global cannabis, dedicated to helping people improve their lives. The Company's adult-use brand portfolio includes Drift, San Rafael '71, Daily Special, Tasty's, Being and Greybeard. Medical cannabis brands include MedReleaf, CanniMed, Aurora and Whistler Medical Marijuana Co., as well as international brands, Pedanios, IndiMed and CraftPlant. Aurora also has a controlling interest in Bevo Farms Ltd., North America's leading supplier of propagated agricultural plants. Driven by science and innovation, and with a focus on high-quality cannabis products, Aurora's brands continue to break through as industry leaders in the medical, wellness and adult recreational markets wherever they are launched. Learn more at and follow us on X and LinkedIn. Aurora's common shares trade on the NASDAQ and TSX under the symbol "ACB". Forward Looking Information This news release includes statements containing certain "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities law ("forward-looking statements"). Forward-looking statements are frequently characterized by words such as "plan", "continue", "expect", "project", "intend", "believe", "anticipate", "estimate", "may", "will", "potential", "proposed" and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions "may" or "will" occur. Forward-looking statements made in this news release include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the Company's Strains for Heroes initiative and support for veterans and veteran-focused organizations. These forward-looking statements are only predictions. Forward looking information or statements contained in this news release have been developed based on assumptions management considers to be reasonable. Material factors or assumptions involved in developing forward-looking statements include, without limitation, publicly available information from governmental sources as well as from market research and industry analysis and on assumptions based on data and knowledge of this industry which the Company believes to be reasonable. Forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of risks, uncertainties and other factors that management believes to be relevant and reasonable in the circumstances could cause actual events, results, level of activity, performance, prospects, opportunities or achievements to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. These risks include, but are not limited to, the magnitude and duration of potential new or increased tariffs imposed on goods imported from Canada into the United States; the ability to retain key personnel, the ability to continue investing in infrastructure to support growth, the ability to obtain financing on acceptable terms, the continued quality of our products, customer experience and retention, the development of third party government and non-government consumer sales channels, management's estimates of consumer demand in Canada and in jurisdictions where the Company exports, expectations of future results and expenses, the risk of successful integration of acquired business and operations, management's estimation that SG&A will grow only in proportion of revenue growth, the ability to expand and maintain distribution capabilities, the impact of competition, the general impact of financial market conditions, the yield from cannabis growing operations, product demand, changes in prices of required commodities, competition, and the possibility for changes in laws, rules, and regulations in the industry, epidemics, pandemics or other public health crises and other risks, uncertainties and factors set out under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Company's annual information from dated June 17, 2025 (the "AIF") and filed with Canadian securities regulators available on the Company's issuer profile on SEDAR+ at and filed with and available on the SEC's website at The Company cautions that the list of risks, uncertainties and other factors described in the AIF is not exhaustive and other factors could also adversely affect its results. Readers are urged to consider the risks, uncertainties and assumptions carefully in evaluating the forward-looking statements and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such information. The Company is under no obligation, and expressly disclaims any intention or obligation, to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as expressly required by applicable securities law.
West Australian
11 hours ago
- Business
- West Australian
Aurora throws solo supplement overboard
Australian expedition cruise line Aurora this week announced that it is waiving the solo supplement across all 2025/26 Antarctica voyages and all Arctic and Global Discovery expeditions until September 2026. 'Solo travellers are often among our most engaged and curious passengers,' says Aurora Expeditions CEO Michael Heath. 'Our expeditions naturally foster connection: to nature, to other people, and to one's own sense of wonder and purpose. 'With the expansion of our No Solo Supplement offer across all Antarctica voyages in 2025/26, and all Arctic and Global Discovery voyages until September 2026, we're making it easier than ever for them to join us on an unforgettable journey.' A spokesperson for the Aurora team says its ships are designed with solo travellers in mind. There are 'flexible cabin configurations' and inclusive experiences such as Zodiac excursions, guided hikes, and Citizen Science programs. 'Whether you're chasing a lifelong dream, seeking time for reflection, or craving a meaningful escape, Aurora's voyages provide the ideal platform for travellers to experience the extraordinary with all the freedom and support you need.' The No Solo Supplement offer is valid for bookings until September 30, 2025, and applies to all Antarctica 2025/26 expeditions, as well as all Arctic and Global Discovery expeditions through September 2026. See travel agents and .
CBS News
19 hours ago
- CBS News
Pa Reh, fourth and final defendant in killing of Denver woman Ma Kaing, convicted of her murder
Pa Reh, one of four defendants in the case of Ma Kaing's killing, was convicted of her murder on Tuesday, three years to the day after she was shot and killed. The Aurora man was the last suspect to stand trial after his brother, Lu Reh, was convicted and sentenced to life in prison, and the other two defendants -- Nu La and Swa Bay -- pleaded guilty to second-degree murder last year. Kaing was unloading groceries at her apartment with her son at 1313 Xenia Street on July 15, 2022. She was shot by what investigators described as a stray bullet shot by one of the four men, although it's not clear who among them actually fired the shot that hit her. Officers recovered more than 30 shell casings from the area after the shooting. "A Denver jury took less than a day to convict Pa Reh of first-degree murder and attempted murder in the 2022 killing of Ma Kaing," the Denver District Attorney's Office said in a social media post on Tuesday. He faces life without the possibility of parole at his sentencing hearing on Aug. 22. Neighbors and community organizations called for more safety and security in their neighborhood after Kaing's killing and worked with the city, the Denver Police Department, and other nonprofits. They've since installed more and brighter lights in the area and HALO cameras. Some residents told CBS News Colorado in 2023 that they feel safer after those measures were implemented.
Al Mayadeen
a day ago
- Business
- Al Mayadeen
BCG built Gaza 'relocation' model in secretive 'Aurora' project: FT
Boston Consulting Group (BCG) is facing mounting scrutiny following a Financial Times investigation that revealed the firm's involvement in a controversial and secretive effort to model the forced 'relocation' of Palestinians from Gaza. The plan, developed in coordination with Israeli and US officials, also included BCG's participation in a militarized humanitarian "aid initiative" now widely condemned by humanitarian agencies. Though BCG has attempted to distance itself from the project, insiders told The Financial Times that the firm's involvement spanned more than seven months and included over $4 million in contracted work. The initiative, codenamed 'Aurora', featured detailed cost estimates for relocating hundreds of thousands of Palestinians and laid out a blueprint for a postwar economic restructuring of Gaza. Human rights organizations have warned that the project's core proposals may violate international law and amount to a blueprint for ethnic cleansing. According to the FT report, BCG consultants, including senior staff from the firm's Washington defense and security division, developed a financial model projecting that over 500,000 Palestinians could be offered 'relocation packages' valued at $9,000 each, totaling $5 billion. The relocation scenario was framed as voluntary, with additional incentives such as subsidized housing and food assistance. However, BCG now claims the exercise was conducted without executive approval and in direct violation of internal directives. 'The lead partner was categorically told no, and he violated this directive. We disavow this work,' the company stated, confirming that it has terminated the two partners responsible. BCG initially joined the project on a pro bono basis in October 2024, helping to establish the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), an Israeli- and US-supported initiative aimed at distributing aid in Gaza. The project was also backed by Safe Reach Solutions (SRS), a private military contractor founded by former CIA officer Phil Reilly. Aid centers under the GHF banner, guarded by Israeli forces and staffed with US contractors, have been the site of harrowing massacres. Since its launch in May, more than 400 Palestinians have reportedly been killed attempting to access food aid, according to the Health Ministry in Gaza. The United Nations has condemned the initiative as a 'fig leaf' for military occupation, and major international NGOs have refused to cooperate with it. US President Donald Trump reportedly committed $30 million in funding to the GHF, amid broader speculation that his administration supports long-term depopulation of Gaza. Trump has previously referred to Gaza as the potential 'Riviera of the Middle East,' a remark critics widely interpreted as endorsing ethnic cleansing. The financial modeling of mass displacement appears to have triggered an internal crisis at BCG. When staff became aware of the full scope of the project in late May, concerns were raised over ethical violations and reputational risk. Documents obtained by the FT show that the project, initially framed as charitable, transitioned into a paid contract with fees covered by McNally Capital, a private equity firm that owns SRS' parent company, Orbis. Two senior BCG consultants, Matt Schlueter and Ryan Ordway, both US military veterans, led the Aurora project and maintained ties with the Israeli think tank Tachlith Institute. Internal reports flagged both the scope and intensity of the work, with consultants in BCG's Tel Aviv office logging over 70-hour weeks, triggering a 'Red Zone' warning, a corporate signal for ethical risk and overextension. Despite the project's growing notoriety, BCG continued advising SRS on procurement, logistics, and direct food delivery after NGOs pulled out. One BCG employee who questioned SRS's capacity to manage food aid logistics was removed from the project, according to FT sources. The situation came to a head following GHF's public launch in May, which coincided with its approval by the Israeli cabinet. On May 25, BCG's leadership ordered an immediate shutdown of the project and began withdrawing its consultants. That same day, GHF CEO Jake Wood resigned, citing a breakdown in humanitarian neutrality. Boston Consulting Group (BCG), a US firm hired to help design and run the business operations of the #Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), has withdrawn its team operating on the ground in "Israel" from the controversial aid initiative backed by the United States and "Israel."A… May 28, BCG global leadership confronted Schlueter and Ordway at a partner meeting in Vienna. Days later, both were placed on administrative leave and asked to resign. On June 4, BCG brought in law firm WilmerHale to conduct an independent investigation into what CEO Christoph Schweizer called 'serious process failures.'
CBS News
a day ago
- Health
- CBS News
Aurora, Illinois alerts residents to elevated lead in drinking water
The city of Aurora, Illinois has issued an alert for residents about elevated levels of lead found in the drinking water of some homes. The city said between January and June it has collected more than 100 water samples to be analyzed and found more than 10% of them exceeded the Environmental Protection Agency's action level for lead. The city stressed these results don't mean all drinking water in is contaminated, but under new EPA guidelines Aurora officials are required to do more testing and alert the public. City officials said they're working to remove lead service lines and evaluating corrosion control methods.
