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GMA Network
21-07-2025
- Politics
- GMA Network
Garbin: Cha-cha to allow foreign ownership of public utilities a 'moral duty'
Amending the 1987 Constitution to allow foreign ownership of public utilities, educational institutions and the media is a matter of moral duty, not a political move, Ako Bicol party-list Rep. Alfredo Garbin, Jr. said Monday. Garbin was referring to his proposed Resolution of Both Houses (RBH) 1 which also amends the Constitution by explicitly including the West Philippine Sea as part of Philippine territory. 'I filed RBH 1 knowing fully well that it would spark criticism. But I proceeded, because when outdated laws hinder our nation's progress, it becomes not just a legal step—but a moral obligation,' Garbin said. Garbin then said that his proposal does not contain provisions changing the form of government, extend term limits, or alter political structures. 'The Resolution targets provisions that have long discouraged foreign investment, hindered global partnerships, and stifled national development,' Garbin said. 'This is not a political maneuver. It is a focused, calibrated move to lift legal barriers that have long stood in the way of economic prosperity,' Garbin added. The existing 1987 Constitution provides for three modes of amending the Charter:
Associated Press
11-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Recognized by the EQUAL-SALARY Foundation
Company receives certification acknowledging fair pay and commitment to equal growth opportunities for its Canadian workforce TORONTO, June 11, 2025 /CNW/ - Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc. (RBH), an affiliate of Philip Morris International (PMI) has received a certification for its achievements in fostering a culture of fairness in the workplace, placing the company among the top organizations globally providing equal pay and growth opportunities for employees. The EQUAL-SALARY Foundation recognized the company for paying all employees equally for equal work everywhere it operates. This marks the third time that RBH and PMI has been awarded for its equal pay policies since 2019, when it became the first multinational to receive the independent certification. 'This milestone is a powerful testament to our unwavering dedication to fairness and inclusion. At RBH, we don't just talk about fairness, we live it—ensuring every employee is rewarded equitably and empowered to grow,' said Milena Trentadue, Managing Director (Canada), RBH. 'As we evolve our business, we are shaping a workplace where talent not only thrives but drives meaningful change.' This year, in addition to recognizing fair pay, the certification acknowledges RBH's enduring commitment to equal opportunities that enable employees to thrive, grow, and drive meaningful change, creating a culture that attracts the best talent to this leading international consumer goods company. Lisa Rubli, co-CEO of the EQUAL-SALARY Foundation, commented: 'PMI's third global EQUAL-SALARY certification is a landmark achievement. It represents more than a commitment to equal pay for equal work between women and men. It reflects a deep, ongoing effort to build fairness and equal opportunity into every stage of the employee experience. Through rigorous salary analysis and qualitative audits, PMI has demonstrated a culture of openness, accountability, and continuous improvement. This recertification is not only a recognition of what has been achieved for over 83,000 PMI employees around the world, it is a call to the business world to do more. In an economy where people seek fairness and purpose in the workplace, it is time for companies to turn bold commitments into verified action. Gender equality must be part of how we define excellence. PMI is showing what that looks like in practice.' Valid for three years, the Equal Pay and Opportunities certification provides independent, third-party verification that RBH pays all employees fairly and objectively for the same job or a job of equal value. The EQUAL-SALARY Foundation has certified companies in 90 countries, involving almost half a million employees. The certification demonstrates that PMI champions equal pay, and has established robust and transparent policies that empower every employee to excel and seize equal opportunities for growth and success. About the EQUAL-SALARY Foundation EQUAL-SALARY is a non-profit foundation established in 2010. It offers certification procedures based on a transparent and robust methodology comparable to an ISO standard for salaries and processes. The development of EQUAL-SALARY certification has been financially supported by the Federal Office for Equality (FOGE) and its methodology, developed in collaboration with the University of Geneva, has been recognized by the Swiss Federal Court. It is the only certification for equal pay recognized by the European Commission in a report on the pay gap. EQUAL-SALARY is also a member of EPIC - the International Coalition for Equal Pay, the United Nations Global Compact and the Alliance for Pay Transparency. To date, the EQUAL-SALARY Foundation has certified companies in 90 countries, involving almost half a million employees. A number of certified companies have renewed their commitment up to 6 times, demonstrating a strong desire to promote fairness and strengthen the trust and respect of their employees, customers and partners. As an EQUAL-SALARY employer, an organization is in an excellent position to attract and retain talent and to prove that it respects the rules of good governance. About the Equal Pay and Opportunities, by EQUAL-SALARY certification process, a symbol of excellence Similar to an ISO standard for wages, the Equal Pay and Opportunities, by EQUAL-SALARY process includes two phases: First, experts contracted by EQUAL-SALARY run statistical analyses of salary data. Upon having concluded phase 1 successfully, demonstrating an overall pay gap equal to or lower than 5 per cent, phase 2 is initiated. Phase 2 consists of an audit conducted by major audit firms such as PwC, Forvis Mazars or SGS, who assess both the company's overall commitment to equal pay, equal opportunities, and its implementation in Human Resources processes. To allow a comprehensive approach, top management, HR and employees are involved by means of surveys and interviews during the on-site audit. Only the companies that meet all requirements of all phases successfully are awarded the Equal Pay and Opportunities, by EQUAL-SALARY certification, proving their excellence in equal pay and equal opportunities. The Equal Pay and Opportunities, by EQUAL-SALARY Certification allows organizations to verify and communicate that they pay their employees and offer equal opportunities fairly across gender, ethnicity, or both. It is a practical and scientific solution to achieve transparency while preserving confidentiality. SOURCE Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Recognized by the EQUAL-SALARY Foundation
Company receives certification acknowledging fair pay and commitment to equal growth opportunities for its Canadian workforce TORONTO, June 11, 2025 /CNW/ - Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc. (RBH), an affiliate of Philip Morris International (PMI) has received a certification for its achievements in fostering a culture of fairness in the workplace, placing the company among the top organizations globally providing equal pay and growth opportunities for employees. The EQUAL-SALARY Foundation recognized the company for paying all employees equally for equal work everywhere it operates. This marks the third time that RBH and PMI has been awarded for its equal pay policies since 2019, when it became the first multinational to receive the independent certification. "This milestone is a powerful testament to our unwavering dedication to fairness and inclusion. At RBH, we don't just talk about fairness, we live it—ensuring every employee is rewarded equitably and empowered to grow," said Milena Trentadue, Managing Director (Canada), RBH. "As we evolve our business, we are shaping a workplace where talent not only thrives but drives meaningful change." This year, in addition to recognizing fair pay, the certification acknowledges RBH's enduring commitment to equal opportunities that enable employees to thrive, grow, and drive meaningful change, creating a culture that attracts the best talent to this leading international consumer goods company. Lisa Rubli, co-CEO of the EQUAL-SALARY Foundation, commented: "PMI's third global EQUAL-SALARY certification is a landmark achievement. It represents more than a commitment to equal pay for equal work between women and men. It reflects a deep, ongoing effort to build fairness and equal opportunity into every stage of the employee experience. Through rigorous salary analysis and qualitative audits, PMI has demonstrated a culture of openness, accountability, and continuous improvement. This recertification is not only a recognition of what has been achieved for over 83,000 PMI employees around the world, it is a call to the business world to do more. In an economy where people seek fairness and purpose in the workplace, it is time for companies to turn bold commitments into verified action. Gender equality must be part of how we define excellence. PMI is showing what that looks like in practice." Valid for three years, the Equal Pay and Opportunities certification provides independent, third-party verification that RBH pays all employees fairly and objectively for the same job or a job of equal value. The EQUAL-SALARY Foundation has certified companies in 90 countries, involving almost half a million employees. The certification demonstrates that PMI champions equal pay, and has established robust and transparent policies that empower every employee to excel and seize equal opportunities for growth and success. About the EQUAL-SALARY Foundation EQUAL-SALARY is a non-profit foundation established in 2010. It offers certification procedures based on a transparent and robust methodology comparable to an ISO standard for salaries and processes. The development of EQUAL-SALARY certification has been financially supported by the Federal Office for Equality (FOGE) and its methodology, developed in collaboration with the University of Geneva, has been recognized by the Swiss Federal Court. It is the only certification for equal pay recognized by the European Commission in a report on the pay gap. EQUAL-SALARY is also a member of EPIC - the International Coalition for Equal Pay, the United Nations Global Compact and the Alliance for Pay Transparency. To date, the EQUAL-SALARY Foundation has certified companies in 90 countries, involving almost half a million employees. A number of certified companies have renewed their commitment up to 6 times, demonstrating a strong desire to promote fairness and strengthen the trust and respect of their employees, customers and partners. As an EQUAL-SALARY employer, an organization is in an excellent position to attract and retain talent and to prove that it respects the rules of good governance. About the Equal Pay and Opportunities, by EQUAL-SALARY certification process, a symbol of excellenceSimilar to an ISO standard for wages, the Equal Pay and Opportunities, by EQUAL-SALARY process includes two phases: First, experts contracted by EQUAL-SALARY run statistical analyses of salary data. Upon having concluded phase 1 successfully, demonstrating an overall pay gap equal to or lower than 5 per cent, phase 2 is initiated. Phase 2 consists of an audit conducted by major audit firms such as PwC, Forvis Mazars or SGS, who assess both the company's overall commitment to equal pay, equal opportunities, and its implementation in Human Resources processes. To allow a comprehensive approach, top management, HR and employees are involved by means of surveys and interviews during the on-site audit. Only the companies that meet all requirements of all phases successfully are awarded the Equal Pay and Opportunities, by EQUAL-SALARY certification, proving their excellence in equal pay and equal opportunities. The Equal Pay and Opportunities, by EQUAL-SALARY Certification allows organizations to verify and communicate that they pay their employees and offer equal opportunities fairly across gender, ethnicity, or both. It is a practical and scientific solution to achieve transparency while preserving confidentiality. SOURCE Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc. 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Cision Canada
11-06-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Recognized by the EQUAL-SALARY Foundation Français
Company receives certification acknowledging fair pay and commitment to equal growth opportunities for its Canadian workforce TORONTO, June 11, 2025 /CNW/ - Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc. (RBH), an affiliate of Philip Morris International (PMI) has received a certification for its achievements in fostering a culture of fairness in the workplace, placing the company among the top organizations globally providing equal pay and growth opportunities for employees. The EQUAL-SALARY Foundation recognized the company for paying all employees equally for equal work everywhere it operates. This marks the third time that RBH and PMI has been awarded for its equal pay policies since 2019, when it became the first multinational to receive the independent certification. "This milestone is a powerful testament to our unwavering dedication to fairness and inclusion. At RBH, we don't just talk about fairness, we live it—ensuring every employee is rewarded equitably and empowered to grow," said Milena Trentadue, Managing Director (Canada), RBH. " As we evolve our business, we are shaping a workplace where talent not only thrives but drives meaningful change." This year, in addition to recognizing fair pay, the certification acknowledges RBH's enduring commitment to equal opportunities that enable employees to thrive, grow, and drive meaningful change, creating a culture that attracts the best talent to this leading international consumer goods company. Lisa Rubli, co-CEO of the EQUAL-SALARY Foundation, commented: "PMI's third global EQUAL-SALARY certification is a landmark achievement. It represents more than a commitment to equal pay for equal work between women and men. It reflects a deep, ongoing effort to build fairness and equal opportunity into every stage of the employee experience. Through rigorous salary analysis and qualitative audits, PMI has demonstrated a culture of openness, accountability, and continuous improvement. This recertification is not only a recognition of what has been achieved for over 83,000 PMI employees around the world, it is a call to the business world to do more. In an economy where people seek fairness and purpose in the workplace, it is time for companies to turn bold commitments into verified action. Gender equality must be part of how we define excellence. PMI is showing what that looks like in practice." Valid for three years, the Equal Pay and Opportunities certification provides independent, third-party verification that RBH pays all employees fairly and objectively for the same job or a job of equal value. The EQUAL-SALARY Foundation has certified companies in 90 countries, involving almost half a million employees. The certification demonstrates that PMI champions equal pay, and has established robust and transparent policies that empower every employee to excel and seize equal opportunities for growth and success. About the EQUAL-SALARY Foundation EQUAL-SALARY is a non-profit foundation established in 2010. It offers certification procedures based on a transparent and robust methodology comparable to an ISO standard for salaries and processes. The development of EQUAL-SALARY certification has been financially supported by the Federal Office for Equality (FOGE) and its methodology, developed in collaboration with the University of Geneva, has been recognized by the Swiss Federal Court. It is the only certification for equal pay recognized by the European Commission in a report on the pay gap. EQUAL-SALARY is also a member of EPIC - the International Coalition for Equal Pay, the United Nations Global Compact and the Alliance for Pay Transparency. To date, the EQUAL-SALARY Foundation has certified companies in 90 countries, involving almost half a million employees. A number of certified companies have renewed their commitment up to 6 times, demonstrating a strong desire to promote fairness and strengthen the trust and respect of their employees, customers and partners. As an EQUAL-SALARY employer, an organization is in an excellent position to attract and retain talent and to prove that it respects the rules of good governance. About the Equal Pay and Opportunities, by EQUAL-SALARY certification process, a symbol of excellence Similar to an ISO standard for wages, the Equal Pay and Opportunities, by EQUAL-SALARY process includes two phases: First, experts contracted by EQUAL-SALARY run statistical analyses of salary data. Upon having concluded phase 1 successfully, demonstrating an overall pay gap equal to or lower than 5 per cent, phase 2 is initiated. Phase 2 consists of an audit conducted by major audit firms such as PwC, Forvis Mazars or SGS, who assess both the company's overall commitment to equal pay, equal opportunities, and its implementation in Human Resources processes. To allow a comprehensive approach, top management, HR and employees are involved by means of surveys and interviews during the on-site audit. Only the companies that meet all requirements of all phases successfully are awarded the Equal Pay and Opportunities, by EQUAL-SALARY certification, proving their excellence in equal pay and equal opportunities. The Equal Pay and Opportunities, by EQUAL-SALARY Certification allows organizations to verify and communicate that they pay their employees and offer equal opportunities fairly across gender, ethnicity, or both. It is a practical and scientific solution to achieve transparency while preserving confidentiality.
Cision Canada
15-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
ONTARIO TAKES STEPS TO ADDRESS CONTRABAND TOBACCO
Federal leadership needed to address illegal tobacco sales TORONTO, May 15, 2025 /CNW/ - Ontario's 2025 Budget has announced positive steps to address the province's growing illegal contraband tobacco trade. New provincial action includes increasing fines, enhancing enforcement measures and calling for federal leadership to address online sales of contraband cigarettes, often shipped through Canada Post. According to a recent report by Ernst and Young and commissioned by the Convenience Industry Council of Canada (CICC), a growing number of online websites sell and deliver contraband cigarettes anywhere in Canada in violation of Canadian laws. The products often include age and health warnings that mirror past Health Canada requirements on labelling to give an air of legitimacy. Some websites even offer volume discounts for more than one carton purchased. The CICC report cites and as examples of these sites. Rothmans, Benson & Hedges (RBH) is encouraged by Ontario's progress through its commitments in Budget 2025, joining Alberta and Saskatchewan in tackling this public safety issue head-on. RBH urges Ontario to work with its federal and provincial counterparts to find ways to address all contraband tobacco sales – both in person and online. Ontario's contraband tobacco market is controlled by, and funds organized crime. Criminal groups involved in contraband tobacco use profits generated from the contraband tobacco trade to fund other illegal activities, including guns and drug trafficking, mostly across the USA / Canada border. QUOTE "Today's Ontario Budget takes important steps forward to address the province's growing contraband tobacco trade that fuels organized crime. Left unchecked, illicit tobacco means lost government revenue for vital social services, increased youth access to tobacco and dangerous activities in communities across Ontario, including gun, drug and human trafficking. The measures announced today should assist law-enforcement in tackling this public safety issue." - Kory McDonald, Head, External Affairs, RBH To learn more about RBH, visit: About Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc. Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc. (RBH), an affiliate of Philip Morris International Inc., is one of Canada's leading tobacco and nicotine companies and is working to deliver a smoke-free future. RBH is committed to sustainability and creating a positive impact on communities, the economy, and the environment. Currently, RBH employs nearly 800 people across the country with its headquarters in Toronto and a factory in Québec City. Discover more about the company at and stay updated on RBH's transformation by following Twitter and LinkedIn. SOURCE Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc.
