TORONTO, June 28, 2012 /CNW/ - The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) welcomed today's announcement that legislation for Pooled Registered Pension Plans (PRPPs) has been given Royal Assent.

"PRPPs will be an excellent addition to the retirement savings options for small business owners and their employees," said CFIB's new president Dan Kelly. "Small firms tell us that the main reasons 80 per cent of them do not have any form of company retirement plan for the business owner or their employees are the costs and administrative burden of offering a plan. If properly implemented by provinces and financial institutions, we expect PRPPs to move the ball forward on both fronts," Kelly added.

"Current pension plans are beyond the reach of most entrepreneurs and company Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs) quickly become unaffordable as employers must pay payroll taxes like Employment Insurance, Canadian Pension Plan (CPP)/Quebec Pension Plan (QPP) and workers' compensation premiums on top of any contributions to the plan," said Kelly. "PRPPs, with no payroll taxes and lower administration fees, should allow more firms to put more money aside for retirement," Kelly added.

CFIB is calling on provinces to move quickly to implement the legislation and to ensure that PRPPs remain entirely voluntary. "While Quebec has already introduced legislation to move forward, CFIB is very disappointed Ontario intends to block small firms from accessing this improved retirement tool for workers," Kelly said. "CFIB will be monitoring financial institutions to ensure administration fees are significantly lower than current RRSPs."

"Brand new CFIB member data reveals that a full third of small firms would consider offering a PRPP in their workplace," Kelly added. "For our part, we at CFIB are currently examining ways to offer PRPPs to our 109,000 small business members across Canada."

CFIB is also urging Finance Ministers to shelve any plans to increase CPP/QPP premiums at this time. New CFIB survey data shows that over a third of small firms would be forced to freeze or reduce employee pay and/or cut investment in their firm to accommodate a CPP/QPP hike.

Read CFIB's letter to the Finance Ministers: http://cfib.ca/a3923e

As Canada's largest association of small- and medium-sized businesses, CFIB is Powered by Entrepreneurs™. Established in 1971, CFIB takes direction from more than 109,000 members in every sector nationwide, giving independent business a strong and influential voice at all levels of government and helping to grow the economy.

or to arrange an interview with Dan Kelly contact Meghan Carrington or Gisele Lumsden at 416 222-8022 or via public.affairs@cfib.ca.

MONTREAL, June 28, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - The Board of Trade of Metropolitan Montreal is pleased to announce the 15 companies from Montréal and Western Quebec chosen to take part in the first edition of SME Passport.

"Over 45 companies applied for SME Passport and 15 were chosen based on their potential and commitment to breaking into new markets," said Michel Leblanc, President and CEO of the Board of Trade of Metropolitan Montreal. "This first group represents a variety of sectors that have the potential for success in foreign markets. Our goal is to propel local entrepreneurs onto the international scene."

The criteria the jury used to select the 15 finalists from Western Quebec and Montréal were: competitive advantage, intended approach and international development objectives, financial situation and management commitment. The jury was made up of one representative from each of the following organizations: National Bank, the Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec, the Ministère du Développement économique, de l'Innovation et de l'Exportation and its Export Québec unit, Export Development Canada and a small business that is active internationally.

The 15 businesses selected are: Agro-100 (agro inputs), AV&R Vision & Robotics (robotics, aerospace and energy), Berlie-Falco (green technology), DCM Aerospace (aerospace), de La Fontaine (construction), Elasto Proxy (industrial production), Fugesco (energy), iTi (Inexcon Technologies Inc.) (information technology), INTEGRIM (information technology), Kinova (robotics), SOGEL (composite materials), Sonitec Vortisand (environment), Transfert Environnement (social communication), TRIGONE (services) and TXT Carbon Inc./Supreme 75 Inc. (fashion).

The first phase of SME Passport will begin in mid-July with a diagnosis and action plan adapted to each business based on the target market. Participants will have access to personalized support all year long, and management will be invited to take part in personalized coaching sessions and training workshops on international trade. The small businesses selected will also take part in networking activities and a trade mission to their target foreign market. Overall, participating companies will enjoy $25,000 worth of services and visibility.

SME Passport is an initiative of the Board of Trade of Metropolitan Montreal and Québec International, in partnership with the Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec, National Bank and the Ministère du Développement économique, de l'Innovation et de l'Exportation and its Export Québec unit. The selection of companies from Québec City is under way and will be announced soon by Québec International.

About the Board of Trade of Metropolitan Montreal
The Board of Trade of Metropolitan Montréal is made up of some 7,000 members. Its mission is to represent the interests of the business community of Greater Montréal and to provide individuals, merchants, and local businesses of all sizes with a variety of specialized services to help them achieve their full potential in terms of innovation, productivity, and competitiveness. The Board of Trade is Québec's leading private economic development organization.

Geneviève Jutras
Advisor, Communications
Board of Trade of Metropolitan Montreal
Tel.: 514 871-4000, ext. 4042
gjutras@ccmm.qc.ca

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KAMLOOPS, BC, June 29, 2012 /CNW/ - TELUS today broke ground for construction of its Kamloops Internet Data Centre. Once complete in July 2013, the facility will draw upon green hydro power, natural cooling and other technology to be one of the most environmentally sustainable, secure and reliable operations of its kind in the world.

The site will use up to 80 per cent less power than a typical data centre of its size and is designed to meet Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold standard.

The new facility will be a cornerstone of TELUS' next-generation cloud computing solutions, giving clients a competitive edge by allowing them to focus on their core business knowing their data is effectively stored in one of the greenest and most secure data centres anywhere.

"I would like to take this opportunity to extend my sincere gratitude to the City of Kamloops, the Kamloops School District, the Province of British Columbia and our TELUS team in the Thompson Okanagan for their support of our investment," said Darren Entwistle, TELUS President and CEO. "Our Kamloops Data Centre will offer unsurpassed connectivity, superior functionality, state-of-the art security and industry-leading reliability for our clients, whilst creating 200 construction jobs and 75 long-term skilled technical jobs in the community."

"High-tech facilities like TELUS' Internet Data Centre in Kamloops are critically important to British Columbia's economic growth and I want to thank TELUS for this important investment in our province," said B.C. Premier Christy Clark. "TELUS will create 75 permanent jobs you can raise a family on while continuing our province's legacy of environmental stewardship. TELUS is already our province's largest private employer, and we are pleased they continue to see B.C. as a place to expand their business."

The Kamloops data centre has been designed modularly, allowing TELUS to steadily increase the space for technical equipment and tailor services to meet the changing information technology and storage needs of clients, including small businesses, large corporations and government bodies. Once all seven modules are ultimately complete, including the centre's administrative offices, the facility will cover 215,000 square feet.

Throughout the project, TELUS will consult with multiple partners experienced in the design and construction of such specialized facilities around the world. To support the local economy and improve onsite coordination during construction, TELUS will work with local companies where possible.

Adopting the LEED rating system for new buildings is part of TELUS' commitment to reducing environmental impact across its operations. TELUS conducted a thorough review of many potential properties in B.C. communities and after careful evaluation selected Kamloops because of features that will make the facility one of the greenest and most effective data centres in the world - low earthquake risk, access to TELUS' network and clean power, a climate suited to environmentally-sound cooling, and access to a skilled workforce.

Similar to TELUS' Rimouski Data Centre that will open in September of 2012, this data centre will have an annual Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) rating of 1.15, meaning it will use up to 80 per cent less power than an average facility of its size. A key element of the data centre's efficient design is an advanced system to cool the servers that takes advantage of Kamloops' natural low humidity to draw in outside air, allowing the facility to consume 86 per cent less water for cooling than typical data centres.

"We recognize that people want to work for and with organisations that take an interest in their community, and in keeping with the values of the TELUS brand we put an emphasis on environmental sustainability right from the initial planning stages of this project," said Mr. Entwistle. "This will truly be a facility in its own class, a visible symbol of TELUS' focus on corporate social responsibility and deep commitment to our brand promise, the future is friendly."

In addition to the $75 million data centre, TELUS will invest $25 million in Kamloops over the next three years to expand 4G LTE - the fastest wireless technology in the world - to the community and bring Optik TV to even more neighbourhoods.

TELUS' commitment to Kamloops extends beyond sustainable employment and investments in critical infrastructure. Through a unique fundraising program, TELUS is contributing $425,000 to the Royal Inland Hospital's ICU capital campaign, as a result of donating $100 on behalf of every new Optik TV and smartphone customer in the community. A similar program raised $125,000 for the North Shore Kamloops Library Computer Lab. Since 2000, TELUS, its team members and retirees in Kamloops have donated more than $1.2 million and volunteered nearly 80,000 hours to local charitable and community organizations.

In addition, the TELUS Thompson Okanagan Community Board, launched in September 2011, is making a significant impact in Kamloops and surrounding communities. By year-end, the Board will have donated $400,000 to community projects and initiatives that help educate, support and empower children and youth to realize their full potential.

About TELUS
TELUS (TSX: T, T.A; NYSE: TU) is a leading national telecommunications company in Canada, with $10.5 billion of annual revenue and 12.7 million customer connections including 7.4 million wireless subscribers, 3.5 million wireline network access lines and 1.3 million Internet subscribers and more than 550,000 TELUS TV customers. Led since 2000 by President and CEO, Darren Entwistle, TELUS provides a wide range of communications products and services including wireless, data, Internet protocol (IP), voice, television, entertainment and video.

In support of our philosophy to give where we live, TELUS, our team members and retirees have contributed more than $260 million to charitable and not-for-profit organisations and volunteered 4.2 million hours of service to local communities since 2000. Eleven TELUS Community Boards across Canada lead TELUS' local philanthropic initiatives. TELUS was honoured to be named the most outstanding philanthropic corporation globally for 2010 by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, becoming the first Canadian company to receive this prestigious international recognition.

For more information about TELUS, please visit telus.com.

Shawn Hall
TELUS Media Relations
604-619-7913
shawn.hall@telus.com

MARKHAM, ON, July 19, 2012 /CNW/ - Huawei Canada announced today that the Huawei Ascend P1, with its 1.5 GHz dual-core processor and Android 4.0 ICS OS, is now available to Canadians through WIND Mobile. The Ascend P1 is the latest offering from Huawei's expanding suite of high-end smartphone devices.

"The Ascend P1 is a welcome addition to Huawei Canada's device lineup and we're very happy to be able to offer it to Canadians," said Alane Zhang, General Manager of Huawei Device Canada.  "Its exceptional craftsmanship and unparalleled performance create a truly unique mobile experience for the user."

The Huawei Ascend P1 combines good looks with a fantastic audiovisual experience. Powered by a 1.5 GHz dual-core processor, 1GB RAM and running on Android 4.0 ICS, the Ascend P1 offers users a movie theatre-quality cinematic experience with its super AMOLED, 4.3 inch screen and 5.1 Dolby Surround Sound System.

At only 7.69 mm thick, the Huawei Ascend P1 is one of the thinnest smartphones available in Canada.  The 64.8 mm frame allows the Ascend P1 to sit comfortably in the user's palm, giving them the ability to navigate all the phone's features with a single hand.

"The Huawei Ascend P1 is the perfect device for smartphone enthusiasts," said Anthony Lacavera, CEO and Chairman of WIND Mobile. "And when combined with our contract-free, truly unlimited plans users can get the most out of their Ascend P1."

WIND Mobile will launch the Ascend P1 at for $49 on WINDtab and will be available at WIND Mobile locations nationwide.  For a chance to win a Huawei Ascend P1 smartphone, and a trip to Los Angeles for the Hollywood premiere of The Expendables 2, please visit http://www.facebook.com/WINDmobile. 

About Huawei Device
Huawei Device believes that everyone can be the center of information and that the world would be a better place if access and information barriers were knocked down. Its strong suite of mobile phones, mobile broadband devices and home devices is testimony to Huawei Device's focus on customers and its commitment to providing user-friendly mobile internet experiences through ongoing innovation. Based on more than two decades of success in the information and communications industry, and with our own channel expertise, operational capabilities and global partner resources, Huawei Device is transforming from a company that sells millions of devices in single transactions to large businesses, to a "Business-to-People" (B2P) brand that also sells individual devices directly to millions of people. As at the end of 2011, Huawei Device serves more than 500 operators all over the world. For more information, visit Huawei Device online: www.huaweidevice.com.

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LAVAL, QC, July 20, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - Starting today, Laval cyclists will be able to combine bus and bike to save time and cover longer distances when commuting to and from work or travelling back and forth for leisure activities, thanks to Cyclobus, a system of bicycle racks that are easy to use and free of charge.

This brand new service will be available gradually during the month of July on the buses along the 60 route all summer long, with a bike rack, which can accommodate up to two bicycles, installed on the front of each bus. This bus line has been chosen due to the fact that it is so well located, reaching the City's major arteries in addition to many of Laval residents' popular destinations—such as Centre Laval, the Centropolis and Carrefour Laval as well as Saint-Martin and Des Laurentides boulevards. The 60 bus line also leads to east-west bicycle paths and to Cartier and Montmorency metro stations, where bicycles are allowed aboard the first two metro cars.

Bike racks will be installed on all STL buses next year, to meet the needs in greater and greater demand by many people wanting to combine the two methods in order to optimize their transportation routine and improve their quality of life in a number of ways. Bike racks will be available May 1 - October 31, depending on periods of use, which will vary based on sunrise and sunset times. Their use will also be subject to certain conditions that will be explained on the STL's website.

"The installation of bike racks on STL buses is in keeping with our objective of helping Laval residents better manage their mobility and cut down on single-occupancy vehicle use, through alternate means of transportation. The bus-and-bike duo is a winning combination for those who want to keep fit, while adopting a fast, reliable, economical way of getting around," pointed out Guy Picard, the STL's General Manager. "More and more carriers around the world are increasingly accommodating cyclists and, from now on, the STL is among them."

As it may be recalled, 46% of Laval's cycling network is completely separate from the roadway and 42% extends along a roadside bicycle lane. In addition, both the east-west and north-south sections are almost totally paved and accessible to cyclists.

Further information on the procedures for using Cyclobus bike racks may be found on the STL's website (www.stl.laval.qc.ca) or by phoning the Customer Contact Centre at 450 688-6520.

The STL, facts and figures

• The STL operates over 20 million runs annually.
• The STL has rolled out its STLSynchro system, which informs transit users, in real time, about bus schedules and progress along the routes.
• The overhaul of its bus network, made necessary by the extension of the metro to Laval, has given rise to a 32% increase in service, faster trips, more direct bus routes and a greater frequency of buses outside rush hours, on evenings and weekends on 12 routes.
• The STL has also joined forces with the Association québécoise de lutte contre la pollution atmosphérique, Communauto and the Carpooling Network, to promote sustainable transportation in Laval.
• The fare policy is particularly designed to encourage families to use public transit: All adults paying their fare on weekends and holidays may be accompanied, free of charge, by up to five children age 11 and under. This policy also applies to every day in the summer, July 1 - Labour Day. In addition, the STL's $1 fares on summer smog days are a first in Québec.
• All vehicles on its fleet use biodiesel B5.
• The STL is registered on Twitter and has its own Facebook page, where it announces service notices.
• The STL offers riders the opportunity to register on MySTL to receive notices on the bus routes that they usually take.
• Since the roll-out, in 2009, of its vehicle scheduling control system, the STL's on-time performance has been on the rise, to over 92%.
• The STL has received a number of awards of distinction, including one from the AQTR in 2010: the Grand Prix for excellence in mass transit, positioning it as an outstanding corporation.
• In 2011, the STL is prize winner of AQTR best communication advertising campain for its Smog Alert Program.
• In 2011, the STL undertook a feasibility study to examine the viability of implementing an aerial tramway (gondola service) on its territory. This study is an additional project over and above the measures in the Sustainable Mobility Plan. The steps being taken in this regard are supported by Ville de Laval, the Agence métropolitaine de transport and Hydro-Québec.
• A new program—STL Sustainable Mobility Solution—was launched in May 2012. This program is designed for organizations concerned with finding ways of more efficiently managing their employees' commuting.
• In May 2012, the STL was honoured with the 2012 Corporate Leadership Award in the Innovation category, for its CLIC carpooling project with electric vehicles.

Marie-Céline Bourgault
Director, Communications & Marketing
Société de transport de Laval
450 662-5429
mcbourgault@stl.laval.qc.ca

PALO ALTO, Calif., July 26, 2012 /CNW/ - Cooliris, world leader in immersive visual experiences and creator of the native Android Gallery application, today announces the launch of an all-new Cooliris app for iPad and iPhone. Leveraging the Cooliris 3D Wall that the company is renowned for, the all-new Cooliris is a transformational mobile experience for discovering and sharing photos from multiple sources, all in one app.

The new Cooliris integrates rich media sources such as the mobile photo library, Facebook, Instagram, and Google Images into one seamless app to create a highly relevant and exciting experience for consumers to discover photos. Furthermore, consumers can selectively share photos in private one-on-one or group conversations, or cross-post collections to their Facebook Timeline.

"We recognized that the media most relevant to you is scattered across the web and your personal devices," said Austin Shoemaker, Cooliris CTO. "We decided to combine the Cooliris Wall with our new real-time backend to deliver an efficient, integrated experience for your personal media."

"With the new Cooliris, photo discovery now becomes personal with selective sharing," said Soujanya Bhumkar, Cooliris CEO. "Consumers around the world can finally have a beautiful and meaningful experience around their photos with the audience of their choice."

The new Cooliris is available today for free on iPad and iPhone at the iTunes App Store and at www.cooliris.com.

About Cooliris
Cooliris is the leader in creating immersive, media-centric experiences on mobile and web platforms. Following the success of the Android Gallery and LiveShare, the new Cooliris app for iPad and iPhone is the company's latest product for seamless photo discovery and private media-centric conversations in a stunning visual interface. Headquartered in Palo Alto, the company is venture backed by Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, DAG Ventures, The Westly Group, T-Venture, and DOCOMO Capital. For more information, visit www.cooliris.com.

Media Contact:
Jenny Lum
Cooliris
jenny@cooliris.com
+1 415 742 2198

SOURCE: Cooliris, Inc.

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TORONTO, July 25, 2012 /CNW/ - Rogers Communications and SAP AG (NYSE: SAP) today announced plans to develop and manage the deployment of newly packaged enterprise mobile applications, which leverage the SAP mobile platform. When completed, the new managed mobility offering featuring the SAP mobile platform will be made available to customers through a Rogers-branded managed mobility service. A first between SAP and a Canadian wireless carrier, the offering is being designed to help simplify the way organizations mobilize their workforce, by helping employees gain real-time access to enterprise mobile applications on tablets and smartphones that traditionally sit on desktop computers.

"Canadian organizations are rapidly adopting new wireless solutions to serve a growing mobile workforce and to enable mobile business processes," said Tony Olvet, group vice president of research at IDC Canada. "IDC's research shows that 36 percent of Canadian organizations have already mobilized one or more application and 21 percent are pilot testing mobile apps this year. Deploying and managing mobile enterprise applications and device solutions are increasingly strategic elements of business strategy."

By the end of 2011 there were approximately 2.4 million tablet devices in Canada according to IDC Canada. IDC additionally forecasts the worldwide mobile enterprise application platform global market to grow to more than US $3.0 billion in 2015.

"Businesses are transforming their IT resources to stay competitive and the four walls of the office are now transparent - anytime, anywhere access to mobile enterprise applications and software on any device is essential for efficiency and workforce productivity," said Larry Baldachin, senior vice president, Business Segment, Rogers Communications. "By pairing the strength of our wireless network from continuous investments with SAP solutions, we will enable public and private sector customers with a solution to truly mobilize."

Customers would benefit from a managed mobility service that lowers entry cost, speeds time to implement and extends the value of mobile enterprise applications by making them accessible from anywhere at any time, decreasing the strain on resources to maintain on-premise deployments. Within the agreement, Rogers plans to manage hosting services and provide wireless connectivity to power SAP solutions, including:

• Enterprise mobile applications: Customers will have access to business, industry and analytics enterprise mobility applications from SAP.
• Development: Business customers can access to the SAP mobile platform for enterprise mobile application development on proven, industry-leading technology. The mobile platform will allow businesses the ability to quickly develop applications to give users secure access to business data on a variety of mobile devices.
• Mobile device management: Enterprise customers can have the ability to manage employee devices, mobile enterprise applications and related information through the industry-leading SAP® Afaria® mobile device management solution to help ensure critical information is not compromised. A single administrative console can allow customers to centrally manage and secure mobile data and encrypt sensitive data for protection in a case a mobile device is lost or stolen.

"Through our new managed mobility solution, SAP and Rogers will be making it easier than ever for businesses of all sizes to harness the power of mobile," said Mark Aboud, president and managing director, SAP Canada. "Rogers has established strong leadership in the tablet, smartphone and machine-to-machine markets, and SAP is the undisputed leader in enterprise mobility for managing devices, enterprise mobile applications, and secure content management. Through our mutual relationships with customers, together we plan to enable enterprises to grow their business and continue operational excellence with mobile solutions that are secure, easy to use and scalable."

To learn more about advanced business solutions and enterprise mobility offerings from Rogers, visit www.rogers.com/businesssolutions. For more information, visit the SAP Newsroom.

About Rogers
Rogers Communications is a diversified Canadian communications and media company. We are Canada's largest provider of wireless voice and data communications services and one of Canada's leading providers of cable television, high-speed Internet and telephony services. Through Rogers Media we are engaged in radio and television broadcasting, televised shopping, magazines and trade publications, sports entertainment, and digital media. We are publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: RCI.A and RCI.B) and on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: RCI).

About SAP
As market leader in enterprise application software, SAP (NYSE: SAP) helps companies of all sizes and industries run better. From back office to boardroom, warehouse to storefront, desktop to mobile device - SAP empowers people and organizations to work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively to stay ahead of the competition. SAP applications and services enable more than 195,000 customers (includes customers from the acquisition of SuccessFactors) to operate profitably, adapt continuously, and grow sustainably. For more information, visit www.sap.com.

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Kelowna, B.C. - Accelerate Okanagan  Venture Acceleration Program Company, Orcamax Business Solutions, has secured funding from the NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC-IRAP) to develop infrastructure for full scale multi tenant commercialization of their web based scheduling application.                   

Launched on May 1st 2012 in Kelowna, BC, Orcamax Business Solutions creates work life balance for service contractors through innovation, creativity and thought leadership. 

Robert Ducharme, CEO of Orcamax said, "This is another great step forward for the company. Reaching this milestone really validates what we are doing. We saw the market opportunity and went for it."

Previously a Landscaper, Robert saw a space in the market for a scheduling software tool that would help trade organizations and service providers. He and his team developed software that targets trades such as window cleaners, plumbers, maid services, carpet cleaners and more. Its geographic system enables profitable customer interactive schedules while reducing long hours through improving scheduling and route optimization.

Contractors from anywhere in the world can easily and simply implement the Orcamax solution. Once functional, contractors can potentially save up to $3000 per month by reducing their costs related to administration, labour and fuel. The system also allows one or two extra bookings per day and reduces cancellations.

Securing the IRAP funding further legitimises what Robert and his team are doing. "We are really excited about securing the funding and the future of Orcamax” said Robert, stating that scalability and setting up new users in a secure and efficient way has been a challenge. He adds that with this funding, they can address the problem, and assist companies in getting up-and-running within minutes.

About Orcamax Business Solutions

Orcamax Business Solutions is a visionary business focused on creating work life balance for service contractors through innovation, creativity and thought leadership. By creating new software that targets trades people, its geographic system enables profitable customer interactive schedules while reducing long hours through improving scheduling and route optimization.

https://twitter.com/orcamaxers

About Accelerate Okanagan
Accelerate Okanagan, a technology focused not-for-profit, was formed on December 31, 2010 with the mission to increase the number of technology companies that start and grow in the Okanagan by helping to develop and support a vibrant entrepreneurial, creative and innovative technology community and providing programs that support entrepreneurs and technology companies looking to start, accelerate and grow.

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - July 26, 2012) - LOGIX Data Products Inc., a premier IT solutions company, is pleased to announce the release of our new corporate IT services website at http://www.service.logix.ca. With over 25 years of experience, LOGIX uses advanced processes and tools to deliver exceptional service to its customer base. LOGIX's new Managed Services offering is an outsourced IT solution, which brings valuable enterprise-class support to businesses of all sizes to improve their operational efficiency, reduce IT costs compared to in-house management and reduce exposure to IT risks. It is a proactive, preventative, best practices-based approach to IT systems management, which includes 24/7/365 network monitoring. Our new services also include the Save IT Safely™ Online Backup and Business Continuity solutions. Managed Services packages can be customized to fit the needs of your organization following a consultation with a member of LOGIX experienced staff.

Contact Information
LOGIX Data Products Inc.
Jackie Burnham, Marketing Coordinator
905-602-0202
Toronto: 416-742-7000
Toll Free: 1-877-LOGIX.CA (564-4922)
sales@logix.ca

TORONTO, July 31, 2012 /CNW/ - AOL Canada and The Huffington Post Media Group announce today the launch of The Huffington Post Canada Impact ("HuffPost Canada Impact") (www.huffingtonpost.ca/impact), a powerful new platform within the Huffington Post site to encourage positive change in communities across Canada.

The site will deepen the conversations around the stories that matter most to Canadians, including poverty, homelessness, immigration, citizenship, and aboriginal news.HuffPost Canada Impact will inform, inspire and connect readers to a platform that allows them to be involved in their online communities and to take action on the issues that move them.

"I'm delighted that Impact is joining the HuffPost Canada family," said Arianna Huffington, president and editor-in-chief of the Huffington Post Media Group. "Impact is a key part of HuffPost's DNA -- not only telling stories but starting conversations around our shared passions and inviting our readers to connect, engage, and make a difference in the lives of others." 

HuffPost Canada Impact will feature contributions from Huffington Post editors, bloggers, and community leaders as well as regular content from non-profit partner organizations. Such partners include Free The Children, international children's charity and educational partner that believes in a world where all young people are free to achieve their fullest potential as agents of change both internationally and here in Canada; Lake Ontario Waterkeeper, a Canadian charity working for a swimmable, drinkable, fishable world; and Habitat for Humanity Canada, an organization that mobilizes community partners and volunteers to build affordable housing and promote home ownership as a means to breaking the cycle of poverty. HuffPost Canada Impact's mission will be to inform and engage its audience to make a meaningful change. 

With these partners and regular content features, the site will shine a light on individuals and organizations making a real difference in their communities and across the country. Launch week will include new weekly features like "Greatest Person", stories of great Canadians inspiring others to make a difference, and "If I could #Change Canada," a collection of stories, videos, tweets and more, on what readers would do to make this country better.

"We are very excited to leverage the Huffington Post model, which at its core is all about participation, to bring Canadians HuffPost Impact, a unique destination that helps people take action on issues that matter most in their daily lives, " said Rashida Jeeva, general manager, The Huffington Post Canada.

The Huffington Post Canada launched in May 2011 as the first international edition of The Huffington Post, a leading source of news, opinion, entertainment, community and digital information.  The Huffington Post reaches 3.4 million online Canadians through its various Canadian channels and sites, covering a wide range of topics from breaking news and politics, to entertainment, finance, living and style. In February, the site's French language edition, Le Huffington Post Québec, was launched. It has an ever growing social following, boasting more than 51,000 Facebook fans, more than 36,000 Twitter followers and receiving more than 14,000 comments per week.

*Source: comScore, Inc., Total Canada, Home & Work, June 2012. The Huffington Post data from [E] Huffington Post Global.

About AOL and The Huffington Post

The Huffington Post is a part of AOL Inc (NYSE: AOL) - AOL is a global media company with the missions to inform, entertain and connect with consumers, advertisers and publishers worldwide.  The AOL brand encompasses a robust family of brands, products and digital advertising solutions focusing their efforts on creating original digital content across their suite of properties.  We help brands connect with consumers online through innovative ad formats, custom digital advertising solutions, and premium content brands.

SOURCE: AOL Canada

Media Contact:

Mandy Albers
212-652-6394
mandy.albers@teamaol.com

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - July 30, 2012) - Electrovaya Inc. (TSX:EFL) today announced the introduction of the PowerPad 600. With an enormous 600 Watt hour energy storage capacity, the PowerPad 600 is an ideal replacement for existing lead acid and low energy density Lithium-Ion batteries used in Hospitals, Construction sites, Warehouses, Telecommunications, Retail, Standby Power and wherever mobile power is required. The PowerPad 600 extends the PowerPad family of products and is in addition to the existing PowerPad 130.

Contact Information

Electrovaya Inc.
905.855.4618
ir@electrovaya.com
www.electrovaya.com

TORONTO, Aug. 2, 2012 /CNW/ - Tucows Inc. (NYSE AMEX:TCX, TSX:TC), a global provider of domain names and other Internet services, today announced that its mobile phone service, Ting, has made the Samsung Galaxy SIII available for pre-order on its website at ting.com.

Devices will ship in three to six weeks. The 16GB Samsung Galaxy SIII is at $529, the 32GB at $579. These will be the first Ting devices to use Sprint's 4G LTE network. Both the 16GB and 32GB are available in Pebble Blue and Marble White.

"It's a killer device," said Scott Allan, Director of Ting. "We have a lot of potential customers who have been waiting for this. They won't have to wait much longer."

To thank customers for waiting the three to six weeks, Ting will pick two of the first two hundred pre-orders and waive the cost of the device entirely.

Samsung Galaxy SIII shoppers are strongly encouraged to go to the savings calculator at ting.com/calculator to determine how quickly their monthly savings on service will cover the upfront cost of the device.

After that, pre-orders can be placed at ting.com/devices.

About Tucows
Tucows is a global Internet services company. OpenSRS (http://opensrs.com) manages over 11 million domain names and millions of email boxes through a reseller network of over 12,000 web hosts and ISPs. Hover (http://hover.com) is the easiest way for individuals and small businesses to manage their domain names and email addresses. Ting (http://ting.com) is a mobile phone service provider dedicated to bringing clarity and control to U.S. mobile phone users. YummyNames (http://yummynames.com) owns premium domain names that generate revenue through advertising or resale. More information can be found on Tucows' corporate website (http://tucows.com).

SOURCE: Tucows Inc.

Media Contacts:
Emily Harris
Global Strategy Group
212-235-6239
eharris@globalstrategygroup.com

WATERLOO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Aug. 2, 2012) - Research In Motion (RIM) (NASDAQ:RIMM)(TSX:RIM) today launched the new 4G LTE™ BlackBerry® PlayBook™ tablet with built-in support for cellular networks. The new 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook maintains a sleek and ultra-portable form while delivering overall faster performance over the original BlackBerry PlayBook, as well as support for blazing fast 4G LTE networks. Launching in Canada first, the new 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook allows customers to work more productively and connect to the Internet, as well as access their email, on-line apps, media and content, from more places than ever.

Contact Information

Media Contact:
RIM
Ruth Casselman
519-597-8352
rcasselman@rim.com

Investor Contact:
RIM Investor Relations
519-888-7465
investor_relations@rim.com

TORONTO, Aug. 2, 2012 /CNW/ - Today, Kijiji, Canada's most popular free, local classifieds site, officially unveiled its Android application to help Canadians find or post classifieds listings on the go.

With the new Kijiji application, users can now search local classified ads, reply to listings, and post ads with just a few simple taps. The design of the Kijiji Android app makes it easy to buy or sell anything, find a job, adopt a pet, rent an apartment, find a local service, and do so much more on the go.

"Kijiji users are already viewing approximately 200 listings per second and replying to nearly 100 million ads each year," said Vikram Kewalramani, senior product manager, Kijiji Canada. "Mobile apps like the one developed for Android devices make it easier for users - whether they're buying or selling - to post or find a local ad and connect with each other in their own community."

The app has already been installed by nearly 24,000 Canadians.

The new app gives consumers on the go access from a mobile device, making it easy to:

• Post an ad in just a few taps while adding pictures right from your Android device
• Find local ads based on your preferences in all your favorite categories
• View full ad descriptions with photos
• Reply to ads from within the app
• Track ads on your personal watch list
• Share ads with your friends and social networks.

The app includes support for both English and French speaking users and can be downloaded from Google Play here. More information on the app can be found at www.kijiji.ca/android.

About Kijiji Canada
Kijiji, which means "village" in Swahili, is the number one classifieds website in Canada, connecting ten million buyers and sellers each month. Kijiji.ca offers Canadians a free, easy and local way to buy, sell and trade goods and services in their community. With local sites for more than 100 cities and towns across the country, Kijiji makes it easy for Canadians to find exactly what they're looking for in their own community.

NOTE TO EDITORS: Screen shots of the new Kijiji app are available upon request.

SOURCE: Kijiji Canada

media please contact:

Kyla Kryski 
Environics Communications (on behalf of Kijiji Canada) 
416.969.2729 
kkryski@environicspr.com

- Viewers can download-to-own key moments and events from CTVOlympics.ca/downloads -

- CTVOlympics.ca and RDSolympiques.ca optimized for mobile platforms -

To tweet this release: http://bit.ly/MUP4Ad

LONDON, Aug. 3, 2012 /CNW/ - Exactly one week into the London 2012 Olympic Games, 61% of the traffic on Canada's Olympic Broadcast Media Consortium's digital platforms has come from a mobile device, more than five times the average,* showing Canadians on-the-go are captivated by these Olympic Games. The Consortium's digital platforms - including CTVOlympics.ca, RDSolympiques.ca, and the CTV Olympics London 2012 and RDS olympiques pour Londres 2012 Apps - have received nearly 90 million page views so far, powered by mobile devices and indicating an enthusiastic shift in consumer behaviour as viewers take the Games with them wherever they go. Meanwhile, the CTV Olympics London 2012 and RDS olympiques pour Londres 2012 App for iOS (iPad, iPhone, iPod), on Android™ powered devices; BlackBerry; Windows Phone 7 are approaching a combined one million downloads.

Additionally, the Consortium has become one of the only broadcasters in the world to immediately make its coverage available for purchase à la carte. Since offering Canadians key London 2012 moments at CTVOlympics.ca/downloads - including the Opening Ceremony and select Canadian and international marquee performances -  downloads of Bell Media programs on iTunes have increased 690% over the previous week.  At time of release, the LONDON 2012 OPENING CEREMONY is the #3 Top TV Show with other Olympic Games events ranking in the Top 20.

"The mobile traffic is staggering," said Mark Silver, Head of Digital, Canada's Olympic Broadcast Media Consortium. "Live sports trend toward mobile access, however, to have audiences engage with us via mobile platforms in such great numbers lets us know that these Games are really important to Canadians, and that they are staying with us for the action throughout the day."

From the CTV Olympics London 2012 and RDS olympiques pour Londres 2012 apps, viewers can watch live video through a wi-fi connection, stay up to date on live results, and participate in the Social Scene TV 'companion' experience, which includes live commentary from fans, athletes and experts. For more information about platforms and devices on which the app is available, visit CTVOlympics.ca/mobile and RDSolympiques.ca/mobile.

CTVOlympics.ca and RDSolympiques.ca have seen growth in page views, up 10% over the same time period during Vancouver 2010. Traffic to the site peaks between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET, and online live video views follow the same trend. Also, 25% of all video views, which total more than 10 million combined, are to LIVE video streams.

Seven days into London 2012, there have been more than 70,000 brand interactions on social networks and almost one million clicks into the online Social Scene that accompanies live streams and live broadcast television. Demographics for these interactions is largely A25-34 and A35-44, and the majority of people engaging with the social networks are Canadian.

Top videos on the site to date are:

• Heymans and Abel win a Bronze Medal: http://www.ctvolympics.ca/videos/watch/diving-heymans-and-abel-claim-bronze.html
• The Bell Social Scene with Monika Platek (segments combined): http://www.ctvolympics.ca/videos/watch/the-bell-social-scene-26100.html
• Canadian Men's Eight Row to Silver: http://www.ctvolympics.ca/boating/news/article/canadian-men-eight-wins-olympic-silver.html
• Hayden Wins Bronze in 100m Freestyle: http://www.ctvolympics.ca/aquatics/news/article/bronze-for-brent-hayden.html
• CTV Olympic Afternoon, July 31

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

Twitter
@CTVOlympics
@RDSolympiques

Facebook
facebook.com/CTVOlympics
facebook.com/RDSolympiques

Google+
CTVOlympics
RDSolympiques

YouTube
YouTube.com/CTVOlympics
YouTube.com/RDSolympiques

About Canada's Olympic Broadcast Media Consortium
Canada's Olympic Broadcast Media Consortium is a unique relationship led by Canada's #1 broadcaster, CTV with 80% interest, along with Rogers Media Inc. with 20% interest. The Consortium is providing unprecedented English, French, and multilingual coverage and consumer choice on multiple platforms during the London 2012 Olympic Games, through August 12, 2012. Official brands include CTV, TSN, RDS, RDS Info, Sportsnet, OMNI Television, OLN, V, ATN, CTVOlympics.ca, RDSolympiques.ca, and select Rogers radio stations across the country. In addition, select stations will also air the London 2012 Paralympic Games from August 29 - September 9, 2012. The Consortium delivered the Top 5 most-watched events in Canadian television history during its revolutionary coverage of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games.]

*12% of web traffic for most Bell Media properties comes from mobile, on average.

SOURCE: Canada's Olympic Broadcast Media Consortium

Carolyn Fell, 416.384.2817, carolyn.fell@bellmedia.ca
Amy Doary, 011.4.(0) 77.14079701, amy.doary@bellmedia.ca
Renee Rouse, 416.384.7599, renee.rouse@bellmedia.ca

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - July 27, 2012) -

Contact Information

HERO Network
Thomas Okuszko
250-818-8661
Thomas@getheroapp.com

July 31, 2012 /CNW/ - Radiant Communications Corp. ("Radiant") (TSX-V:RCN), a leading provider of managed network and cloud hosting solutions for medium-size enterprises, today announced the availability of its cloud-based Network Monitoring Service for business networks in Canada and the United States. The new service provides users with enhanced visibility to their network status and performance and enables quick problem resolution to ensure maximum network availability across any North American network footprint.

With Radiant's Network Monitoring service, customers can have their network proactively monitored and issues tracked and followed through to resolution by Radiant's team of experts, regardless of the network provider. "Our intelligent monitoring systems and strong relationships with all major ISPs across Canada, enables our team to be extremely efficient" said Radiant President and CEO Paul Healey. "With over 15 years successfully monitoring and managing network connections for some of Canada's most recognized multi-location businesses, we have the expertise to improve operational efficiencies, so customers can concentrate on their core business requirements."

Customers now have a flexible solution for managing their entire network including monitoring, ticketing and proactive response for all their existing network systems. Network management is simplified with Radiant as the customer's central point of contact with their network vendors. Full visibility to network status and performance is always available 24x7, through a secure Customer Portal with real-time Google-map^TM views, for both primary and secondary network services.

With intelligent monitoring providing automatic detection of severity, regional outage identification, traffic and router statistics, plus trouble ticketing and notification systems, along with an integrated network vendor support program, Radiant's Network Monitoring Service is one of the industry's first.

Working with your existing network, Radiant's Network Monitoring Service is easily implemented, provides full visibility and control and keeps mission critical networks operating efficiently to ensure customers have maximum network availability, at all times.

About Radiant

Radiant Communications is a leading provider of managed network and cloud hosting solutions for medium-size enterprises. Leveraging one of the largest Internet footprints across Canada, Radiant offers a comprehensive portfolio of reliable, secure and scalable IT infrastructure services, simplified under a single point of contact. For over 15 years, many of Canada's most recognized brand names have been relying on Radiant to support their mission-critical business operations.

All trademarks, service marks, registered trademarks, or registered service marks are the property of the respective owners.

This press release may contain forward-looking statements, including statements regarding the business and anticipated financial performance of Radiant, which involve risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties may cause Radiant's actual results to differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements. Factors that might cause or contribute to such differences include, among others, competitive pressures, the growth rate of the Internet and telecommunications concerns, constantly changing technology and market acceptance of Radiant's products and services. Investors are also directed to consider the other risks and uncertainties discussed in Radiant's required financial statements and filings. All other companies and products listed herein may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. The TSX Venture Exchange has not reviewed and does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

SOURCE: Radiant Communications, Inc.

Investors: Chuck Leighton, CFO, 604.692.4531, cleighton@radiant.net

Media: Janice Keay, Senior Director of Marketing, (416) 646-9416, jkeay@radiant.net

MONTREAL, July 31, 2012 /CNW Telbec/ - TAG taxi ^TM, a free iPhone application that lets you order a taxi in a simple, personalized way, is launched today in Trois-Rivières. At a time when urban transportation is an increasingly important issue, TAG (Taxi Assigned by Geolocation) offers citizens the opportunity to commute how they want to, as well as a chance for the taxi industry to modernize its customer service. After its success in Montreal last May, TAG taxi ^TM.

"For us, Trois-Rivières was a natural," explains Patrick Gagné. TAG taxi™ president. "The entrepreneurial spirit which drives the region, as well as its university's extended campus, both make it an ideal market for a service such as ours."

With just a few taps on an iPhone, from anywhere in Trois-Rivières, the user can order a cab and specify the desired method of payment, or whether room is needed to transport oversized luggage or pets. Most importantly, the application allows the user to rate the ride, namely the driver's courtesy and driving, as well as the car's cleanliness.

"What we offer taxi companies is a new way to reach their clients. We put the user at the heart of the taxi experience. We offer a new service to order taxis, which allows for feedback and gives people the possibility to have their say. The TAG taxi™ application becomes a travel-mate for the urbanite in his or her daily commute and a chance to enrich that experience."

With TAG taxi™, the cab takes back its rightful place in the multi-platform urban transportation menu. Getting around becomes an easy thing. The taxi is complementary to public transit options and proves to be a valid alternative mode of shared transportation.

Taxi Coop de la Mauricie becomes a new TAG taxi ^TM partner
"Taxi Coop as become TAG taxi™ partner to better serve its members as well as their clients, says Claude Mercier, president de Taxi Coop de la Mauricie. This will, in part, be brought on through modernizing our methods. Smart phones have such a big place in the lives of our clients that it would be unthinkable for us not to follow this movement. The application eases the process of requests, which means we can offer our clients high quality service. So, everybody wins.

TAG taxi™ representatives are currently discussing partnerships with other actors in the taxi industry. In the coming months TAG taxi™ will be offered in other North American cities. For more information, visit tag-taxi.com and download the application.

About TAG taxi ^TM

TAG taxi™ was created in Montreal in 2011, by Prospek, an integrated communication agency specialized in interactive strategies. TAG taxi™ offers a taxi ordering service via smart phones, makes taxis more accessible and optimize urban transits.

SOURCE: Tag Taxi Inc.

Elisa Baldet
Tel. 514-931-4000 # 231
elisa@prospek.ca