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Hamilton Spectator
16-05-2025
- Health
- Hamilton Spectator
Burlington Community Foundation launches Vital Signs survey
The Burlington Community Foundation (BCF) has launched a digital survey for its 2025 Vital Signs report — the first in nearly a decade for the organization. The survey will be conducted in addition to panel research done in partnership with Leger and measure 'vital indicators of community connection and wellness' such as housing, safety, belonging, living standards and quality of life, noted a media release. The report will provide original data as well as a 'timely, hyperlocal snapshot' of the community, the release said. The last Vital Signs report from the BCF was released in 2017, and at that time, showed an 'increased need' for mental health supports in the city as well as insights into the meaning of belonging in a community. 'This is a critical time to look at the connectedness and well-being of Burlington,' said Megan Tregunno, CEO of the foundation, in a statement. 'We need a real-time picture of how people are feeling and to understand the vital areas we can all collectively focus on.' The release said the reports are also used to identify needs in the community, spur civic engagement and inform local decision-making for individuals, non-profit organizations, businesses and government. The digital survey, which runs until midnight on June 11, can be accessed online at and . There is also a QR code to access the survey, which is included on posters at Burlington Public Library branches, City of Burlington recreation centres and pools as well as at the Burlington FirstOntario Credit branches at 895 Brant St. and 4021 Upper Middle Rd. The survey is open to Burlington residents and all participants are eligible to be entered into a prize draw. Those requiring assistance in completing the survey are asked to contact the BCF by calling 905-639-0744 ext. 1.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Returns At Bowler Metcalf (JSE:BCF) Are On The Way Up
Did you know there are some financial metrics that can provide clues of a potential multi-bagger? In a perfect world, we'd like to see a company investing more capital into its business and ideally the returns earned from that capital are also increasing. Basically this means that a company has profitable initiatives that it can continue to reinvest in, which is a trait of a compounding machine. With that in mind, we've noticed some promising trends at Bowler Metcalf (JSE:BCF) so let's look a bit deeper. Trump has pledged to "unleash" American oil and gas and these 15 US stocks have developments that are poised to benefit. Just to clarify if you're unsure, ROCE is a metric for evaluating how much pre-tax income (in percentage terms) a company earns on the capital invested in its business. To calculate this metric for Bowler Metcalf, this is the formula: Return on Capital Employed = Earnings Before Interest and Tax (EBIT) ÷ (Total Assets - Current Liabilities) 0.15 = R133m ÷ (R954m - R78m) (Based on the trailing twelve months to December 2024). So, Bowler Metcalf has an ROCE of 15%. In absolute terms, that's a pretty normal return, and it's somewhat close to the Chemicals industry average of 18%. View our latest analysis for Bowler Metcalf Historical performance is a great place to start when researching a stock so above you can see the gauge for Bowler Metcalf's ROCE against it's prior returns. If you want to delve into the historical earnings , check out these free graphs detailing revenue and cash flow performance of Bowler Metcalf. The trends we've noticed at Bowler Metcalf are quite reassuring. The data shows that returns on capital have increased substantially over the last five years to 15%. The amount of capital employed has increased too, by 27%. So we're very much inspired by what we're seeing at Bowler Metcalf thanks to its ability to profitably reinvest capital. To sum it up, Bowler Metcalf has proven it can reinvest in the business and generate higher returns on that capital employed, which is terrific. And with the stock having performed exceptionally well over the last five years, these patterns are being accounted for by investors. In light of that, we think it's worth looking further into this stock because if Bowler Metcalf can keep these trends up, it could have a bright future ahead. Bowler Metcalf does have some risks, we noticed 3 warning signs (and 1 which shouldn't be ignored) we think you should know about. While Bowler Metcalf may not currently earn the highest returns, we've compiled a list of companies that currently earn more than 25% return on equity. Check out this free list here. Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email editorial-team (at) article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.
Business Times
11-05-2025
- Health
- Business Times
Breast Cancer Foundation raises more than S$600,000 for key programmes
[SINGAPORE] The Breast Cancer Foundation (BCF) raised more than S$600,000 at Tee for Pink – its annual signature charity golf event and dinner – for its key programmes, which raise awareness of breast cancer and early detection services, and provide emotional support for its members. In its 11th edition this year, the event rallied nearly 150 golfers at Tanah Merah Country Club on Friday (May 9). The contributions were matched dollar for dollar by the Tote Board. Chew Gek Hiang, president of BCF, said of the funds: 'It supports our befriending services... and three breast cancer satellite centres aimed at providing the necessary support for our breast cancer community.' BCF partnered several hospitals around Singapore for its Befrienders programme, which pairs newly diagnosed patients with survivors from a similar background to provide psychosocial support. Another programme is Healing through the Arts, whereby BCF members – breast cancer patients, their caregivers and survivors – come together for various activities including pilates, sewing and painting. The programme provides social support and a therapeutic outlet for them. In 2018, BCF teamed up with Singapore Cancer Society and National Healthcare Group Diagnostics to launch the Community Mammobus Programme, which makes mammogram screenings more accessible and affordable to the public. A NEWSLETTER FOR YOU Friday, 2 pm Lifestyle Our picks of the latest dining, travel and leisure options to treat yourself. Sign Up Sign Up On a weekly basis, members also participate in BCF's dragon boat programme. Paddling is associated with breast cancer as a form of rehabilitation and wellness. Adeline Kow, general manager of BCF, said this particular programme is important because it showcases the strength of breast cancer survivors. BCF's dragon boating team, Paddlers in the Pink, participate in international competitions and regularly undergoes rigorous and intense training. In terms of outreach, BCF works with educational institutions and community centres to give talks about breast cancer and the importance of early detection. 'We want to create awareness for early detection, because breast cancer is so treatable… In Singapore, every day, six people are diagnosed with breast cancer,' she added, noting that a lot of Singaporeans do not do self-examinations. There is also a need to act fast, because the cancer can spread fast, Kow added. She said: 'This is a disease that can happen to old and young, and now we do see it happening more to younger women. We want to make sure women look after themselves and are aware of their own bodies, so that we can treat it much earlier.' In April 2024, BCF opened its second breast cancer satellite centre in Woodlands, which 'brings essential support services even closer to our heartland communities, and is a significant step forward in improving accessibility to care and information', noted Chew. The social service agency is in the final stages of adding its third satellite centre at Tan Tock Seng Hospital.
CNA
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CNA
CNA938 Rewind - Keeping abreast of Breast Cancer Foundation's programmes and initiatives
CNA938 Rewind Play I n 'Made in SG', Melanie Oliveiro finds out more about BCF or the Breast Cancer Foundation: the work that they do and the various initiatives to support the breast cancer community in Singapore. BCF's general manager and breast cancer survivor Adeline Kow talks about their various programs and services, including support sessions, the Healing Through the Arts (HTTA) centre, and the Positive Image and Wig Loan programme. Breast cancer survivor Shamen Yee will talk about being a BCF volunteer and how she left private banking to launch Elly's Atas Crackers, an artisanal bakery.
Daily Tribune
27-04-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Cricket shines at ICC Asia Conference in Hong Kong
Bahrain Cricket Federation (BCF) made a significant impact at the ICC Asia Conference held in Hong Kong, China. Led by BCF Advisory Board Chairman Mohammad Mansoor, the delegation engaged with over 50 delegates representing ICC Asia members, including Test-playing nations such as Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. The conference, hosted by Hong Kong Cricket Chairman Burji Shroff at the prestigious Hong Kong Cricket Club, was steered by Aminul Islam, ICC Development Manager - Asia, and William Glenwright, ICC Global Development Manager. Notable attendees included Mubashir Usmani, ICC Associates Chairperson, and Mahinda Vallipuram, ICC Director. A highlight of the event was Mohammad Mansoor's participation in a high-profile panel discussion on generating nonICC funding. He shared insights into Bahrain's strategic vision, development plans, and the challenges faced in promoting cricket across Asia. Mansoor also highlighted Bahrain's remarkable ascent to 25th in the ICC T20I rankings, a testament to the nation's growing cricketing prowess. Additionally, Prachur Kumar Shukla, BCF High Performance Director, contributed to the high-performance panel, advocating for the strategies and commendable performances of Bahrain's cricket players. In a move to strengthen bilateral relations, Bahrain and Hong Kong Cricket signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on cricket development, including organizing bilateral matches between the two countries. Mohammad Mansoor presented a commemorative memento to Burji Shroff, symbolizing this new partnership.
