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WATERLOO, Ontario, Nov. 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vivek Goel, a distinguished scholar with extensive achievements in research, teaching and leadership across both public and private sectors, will become the seventh president and vice-chancellor of the University of Waterloo.

Goel, who begins his five-year term on July 1, 2021, is recognized in Canada and around the world as a leading public-health researcher, health-services evaluation expert, and champion for the use of research evidence in health policymaking.

Goel has held several senior roles at the University of Toronto, including Vice-President and Provost and most recently as Vice-President of Research and Innovation.

The public health physician currently serves as a member of the federal government’s COVID-19 Immunity Task Force and Scientific Advisor for the CanCOVID Research Network. He was previously the founding president and CEO of Public Health Ontario.

“Dr. Goel has decades of experience and expertise as a university leader and as a champion of student experience, research and innovation. He is uniquely qualified to guide the institution and to bolster our strengths at the intersection of health, society and technology,” said Cindy Forbes, Chair of the University of Waterloo’s Board of Governors.

Goel said the current global situation reminds us of our responsibility to prepare students and citizens to confront the many challenges ahead. “A research-intensive institution like Waterloo is ideally poised to create the change and solutions for a better future – whether it is tackling public-health challenges, addressing systemic racism, dealing with the climate crisis, or spurring economic recovery and growth.”

“In Waterloo, I can see what a post-pandemic university looks like,” he said.

The appointment represents the culmination of an almost yearlong effort by a 19-member presidential nominating committee comprised of students, staff, faculty and board governors, in consultation with stakeholders across campus and the broader community.

“The Presidential Nominating Committee sought a candidate who is renowned for their experienced leadership and is committed to the success of faculty, staff, students and alumni,” Forbes said. “We looked for an individual who will actively engage to foster equity, diversity and inclusion as well as a deep sense of community across our campuses.”

“I look forward to working with Dr. Goel as he leads Waterloo on its transformational path and builds on the achievements of President Feridun Hamdullahpur.” 

Hamdullahpur has served as president and vice chancellor of the University of Waterloo since 2010 and will continue through June 2021. He has elevated Waterloo’s international profile, placed exceptional focus on student experience and wellbeing and set the ambitious course for the University’s 2020-2025 strategic plan.

“Waterloo is a place where business, community and governmental leaders come together to seek today’s solutions to tomorrow’s problems. I am confident that under the leadership of Vivek Goel, our community will continue to flourish and drive even greater impact around the world,” Hamdullahpur said. 

Goel obtained his medical degree from McGill University. He did his post-graduate medical training in community medicine at the University of Toronto, and obtained a master’s degree (MSc) in health administration from the University of Toronto and a master’s degree (MS) in biostatistics from Harvard University’s School of Public Health. 

Goel also currently serves on the boards of the Vector Institute, TRIUMF—Canada’s particle accelerator—and the Canadian Institute for Health Information.

Contact
Chris Wilson-Smith
Director, media relations
[email protected]

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/41a37aaa-d8eb-4963-bf22-f174c9902c2f

For more information, visit: uwaterloo.ca/next-president/

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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Nov. 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gold Standard Ventures Corp. (TSX: GSV; NYSE AMERICAN: GSV) (“Gold Standard” or the “Company”) today reported results of nine reverse-circulation (RC) drill holes at the Dark Star deposit on its 100%-owned/controlled Railroad-Pinion Project in Nevada’s Carlin Trend (refer to Dark Star location map – Nov. 18, 2020 and Dark Star Significant Intercepts – Nov. 18, 2020). Six holes targeted and intersected up-dip, near-surface oxide mineralization to the east of GSV’s drilling at Main Dark Star.

Jonathan Awde, CEO and Director of Gold Standard commented: “Our Feasibility Study, currently in progress will utilize these drilling results as part of the updated resources and reserves. The results indicate the ability to expand Main Dark Star to the east. This near surface oxide could have positive impacts to the feasibility study, including low strip up front ounces during early production.”

Key Highlights from
Dark Star
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• Stepout holes DR20-01 through -06 intersected thick intervals of oxide mineralization to the east of the existing GSV drilling at Main Dark Star. Mineralization begins at the current topographic surface and remains open to the east along a strike length of approximately 330m. These results expand mineralization to the east beyond the current block model approximately 60m. Follow up drilling is planned on these intercepts.
• DR20-09 intersected 231.7m @ 2.66 g Au/t, mineralization starts just below surface and is oxide to depth. The hole infilled a gap in drilling to tie surface sample results, 18.0m of 3.08 g Au/t (see October 9, 2019 news release), to vertically-continuous, +1 g Au/t oxide mineralization at North Dark Star.

Dark Star drill results are as follows:

Drill Hole	Method	Incl.	Azimuth	TD (m)	Intercept (m)	Thickness (m)	Grade (g Au/t)
DR20-01	RC	-45	079	80.8	0-19.8	19.8	0.63
DR20-02	RC	-45	090	91.4	0-61.0	61.0	0.66
				Including	6.1-30.5	24.4	1.03
DR20-03	RC	-45	090	91.4	0-53.4	53.4	0.52
DR20-04	RC	-45	108	70.1	0-27.4	27.4	0.47
DR20-05	RC	-45	090	80.8	0-13.7	13.7	0.51
					19.8-41.1	21.3	0.26
DR20-06	RC	-45	090	82.3	0-10.7	10.7	0.20
DR20-07	RC	-85	090	323.1	No results >0.14 g Au/t
DR20-08	RC	-78	270	350.5	No results >0.14 g Au/t
DR20-09	RC	-90		259.1	0-3.1	3.1	0.16
					27.4-259.1	231.7	2.66
				Including	140.2-211.8	71.6	4.54

Gold intervals reported in this table were calculated using a 0.14 g Au/t cutoff for oxide mineralization. Weighted averaging has been used to calculate all reported intervals. True widths are estimated at 70-90% of drilled thicknesses.

Don Harris, Gold Standard’s General Manager commented: “The near surface oxide mineralization encountered in drill holes DR20-01 through DR20-06 are currently in or behind the Main Dark Star highwall design and remain open to the east. This material could be an important source during start up for immediate production ounces and/or leach pad over-liner material. The Main portion of the deposit remains open along 330 m of strike and will continue to be developed with additional drilling. The North Dark Star drill hole (DR20-09) was designed to fill a gap between 3m channel surface samples and the greater ore body currently carried as a resource and reserve. The results confirm the oxide and higher grade nature of North Dark Star, with individual gold values ranging from 0.15 to 12.8 g Au/t, and ties the 18m @ 3.08 g Au/t found in surface sampling to the greater deposit.”

Sampling Methodology, Chain of Custody, Quality Control and Quality Assurance

All drill sampling was conducted under the supervision of the Company’s project geologists and the chain of custody from the project to the sample preparation facility was continuously monitored. A blank, certified reference material, or rig duplicate was inserted approximately every tenth sample. The samples were shipped to Paragon Geochemical’s certified laboratory in Sparks, NV where they were crushed and pulverized. Resulting sample pulps were digested and analyzed for gold using fire assay fusion and an ICP-OES finish on a 30-gram split. All other elements were determined by ICP analysis. Data verification of the analytical results included a statistical analysis of the standards, blanks and duplicates that must pass certain parameters for acceptance to insure accurate and verifiable results.

Drill hole deviation was measured by gyroscopic down hole surveys that were completed on all holes by International Directional Services of Elko, NV. Final drill collar locations are surveyed by differential GPS by Apex Surveying, LLC of Spring Creek, Nevada.

The scientific and technical content contained in this news release have been reviewed, verified and approved by Steven R. Koehler, Gold Standard’s Manager of Projects, BSc. Geology and CPG-10216, a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101, Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects.

ABOUT GOLD STANDARD VENTURES – Gold Standard is an advanced-stage gold exploration company focused on building value in a safe, responsible, sustainable and ethical manner by leveraging its strategic, cornerstone land package in Nevada’s Carlin Trend. Gold Standard intends to advance its South Railroad Project through permitting and a feasibility study towards a potential production decision. Gold Standard intends to augment this goal by advancing exploration that contributes value to the South Railroad Project.

The Pinion deposit has a mineral resource estimate prepared in accordance with NI 43-101 consisting of an Measured and Indicated Mineral Resource of 28.93 million tonnes grading 0.58 g/t Au and 4.22 g/t Ag, totaling 544,000 ounces of gold and 3,929,000 ounces of silver, and an Inferred Mineral Resource of 10.81 million tonnes grading 0.64 g/t Au and 3.80 g/t Ag, totaling 224,000 ounces of gold and 1,322,000 ounces of silver, using a cut-off grade of 0.14 g/t Au and constrained by a $1,500/Au ounce LG Cone.

The Dark Star deposit has a mineral resource estimate prepared in accordance with NI 43-101 consisting of a Measured and Indicated Mineral Resource of 32.72 million tonnes grading 0.88 g/t Au, totaling 921,000 ounces of gold and an Inferred Mineral Resource of 2.48 million tonnes grading 0.70 g/t Au, totaling 56,000 ounces of gold, using a cut-off grade of 0.14 g Au/t and constrained by a $1,500/Au ounce LG Cone.

The North Bullion deposit has a mineral resource estimate prepared in accordance with NI 43-101 consisting of an Indicated Mineral Resource of 2.92 million tonnes grading 0.96 g/t Au, totaling 90,100 ounces of gold and an Inferred Mineral Resource of 10.97 million tonnes grading 2.28 g/t Au, totaling 805,800 ounces of gold, using a cut-off grade of 0.14 g Au/t for near surface oxide and 1.25 to 2.25 g Au/t for near surface sulfide and underground sulfide respectively.

The Jasperoid Wash deposit has a mineral resource estimate prepared in accordance with NI 43-101 consisting of an Inferred Mineral Resource of 10.57 million tonnes grading 0.33 g/t Au, totaling 111,000 ounces of gold, using a cut-off grade of 0.14 g Au/t and constrained by a $1,500/Au ounces LG Cone.

Neither the Toronto Stock Exchange nor its regulation services provider nor the NYSE American LLC accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.

CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This news release contains forward-looking statements, which relate to future events or future performance and reflect management’s current expectations and assumptions. Such forward-looking statements reflect management’s current beliefs and are based on assumptions made by and information currently available to the Company. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, included herein including, without limitation, statements about our potential near-term development option are forward looking statements. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause our actual results, performance or achievements, or other future events, to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Risk factors affecting the Company include, among others: the results from our exploration programs, global financial conditions and volatility of capital markets, uncertainty regarding the availability of additional capital, fluctuations in commodity prices; title matters; and the additional risks identified in our filings with Canadian securities regulators on SEDAR in Canada (available at www.sedar.com) and with the SEC on EDGAR (available at www.sec.gov/edgar.shtml). These forward-looking statements are made as of the date hereof and, except as required under applicable securities legislation, the Company does not assume any obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances.

CAUTIONARY NOTE FOR U.S. INVESTORS REGARDING RESERVE AND RESOURCE ESTIMATES

All resource estimates reported by the Company were calculated in accordance with the Canadian National Instrument 43-101 and the Canadian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy Classification system. These standards differ significantly from the requirements of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for descriptions of mineral properties in SEC Industry Guide 7 under Regulation S-K of the U. S. Securities Act of 1933. In particular, under U. S. standards, mineral resources may not be classified as a “reserve” unless the determination has been made that mineralization could be economically and legally produced or extracted at the time the reserve determination is made. Accordingly, information in this press release containing descriptions of the Company’s mineral properties may not be comparable to similar information made public by US public reporting companies.

On behalf of the Board of Directors of Gold Standard,

“Jonathan Awde”

Jonathan Awde, President and Director

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
Jonathan Awde
President
Tel: 604-669-5702
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.goldstandardv.com

Ottawa, ON, Nov. 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TECHNATION, Canada’s national technology industry association, today announced the launch of a collaborative Agile Procurement pilot with Shared Services Canada (SSC). The pilot uses TECHNATION’s recently launched Digital Marketplace platform to increase the participation of Canadian technology companies in SSC procurements.

Canada’s Digital Marketplace (powered by TECHNATION), is open to all incorporated technology companies in Canada and complements federal, provincial and municipal procurement initiatives such as buyandsell.gc.ca, the Government of Canada’s open procurement information service. This Digital Marketplace platform provides instant access to hundreds of Canadian technology companies and can help facilitate agile and flexible procurement of cutting-edge innovation and technology.

This Agile Procurement pilot provides significant benefits to both government and industry: 

• Supporting challenge-based procurement and a collaborative approach where the technology industry and government talk with each other to find solutions to today’s challenges;
• Encouraging technology innovators of all sizes and types to participate in government proposals at the federal, provincial and municipal levels of government;
• Providing a real-time and rapidly growing technology solutions marketplace for government procurement;
• Enabling greater outreach, access and participation with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the procurement process;
• Providing open-source procurement from a larger pool of candidate companies, enabling wider range of companies by size, region and area of specialization.

 The pilot began in June 2020; and is into its third solicitation with more planned before end of the calendar year.

QUOTES:

“There is an immediate and significant opportunity for the federal government to stimulate the economy and drive the recovery of Canada’s high-growth high-employment technology sector, with the adoption of technology solutions that are urgently needed.  Adopting agile and more accessible government procurement as the ‘new normal’, will result in cutting-edge innovation in public service delivery and improved service delivery to Canadians, while fueling economic growth. A win-win for Canada!”

TECHNATION President and CEO, Angela Mondou.

“We are building an agile procurement system that will make it easier and faster to do business with the Government of Canada. This pilot program with TECHNATION is a great example of the work Shared Services Canada has been doing to ease access to government procurements for Canadian businesses. Innovation like this will help drive the digital government transformation Canadians expect.”

Minister of Digital Government Joyce Murray

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About TECHNATION

TECHNATION is the industry-government nexus for technology prosperity in Canada. As a member-driven, not-for-profit, TECHNATION unites Canada’s technology sector, governments and communities to enable technology prosperity from coast to coast. TECHNATION champions technology prosperity by: providing advocacy, professional development and networking opportunities across industry and governments at all levels; connecting Canadian scale-ups with global tech leaders; engaging the global supply chain; and filling the technology talent pipeline. TECHNATION has served as the authoritative national voice of the $210 billion ICT industry for over 60 years.   More than 43,200 Canadian ICT firms create and supply goods and services that contribute to a more productive, competitive, and innovative society. The ICT sector generates more than 666,500 jobs and invests $7.5 billion annually in R&D, more than any other private sector performer. www.technationcanada.ca

Janet Gibson Eichner
TECHNATION
416-357-8908
[email protected]

Oviedo, Fla., Nov. 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — For the fifth year in a row, Dandy^® Celery announces the return of its largest annual promotion, ‘Dip It 2 Win It’. Running now through January 18, Dandy encourages healthier snacking while offering fans a chance to win prizes to celebrate the Big Game in February, and bring families together as they look to stay entertained and connected at home.

Dandy partnered exclusively with Weber Grills to award one grand prize winner the Weber® Genesis® II S-335™ 3 Burner LP Gas Grill along with a Sonos Soundbar Entertainment Set to turn the home into the ultimate game day destination. Dandy will also be giving away one projector and one projector screen to five second place winners to take the watch party outside for a new way to enjoy the game.

“This year has brought so much uncertainty and stress to all, so we wanted to find a way to bring a little joy and connectedness to the household at a time when many are still stuck at home with their families,” said Sammy Duda, president of Duda Farm Fresh Foods, grower of Dandy branded celery. “Through recipe inspiration, interactive social content and different prize offerings, we hope Dandy fans are able to enjoy the holiday season and get excited for the Big Game in 2021!”

Participants can enter the sweepstakes at www.DipIt2WinIt.com until January 18. Winners will be emailed directly after the promotion ends.

Dandy Celery is committed to providing people with inspiration for healthy and delicious snacking ideas, like incorporating celery as the ideal chip replacement for every day and game day snacking dips.  

For at-home, game day entertaining inspiration and the chance to win, enter the Dip It 2 Win It! Sweepstakes at www.DipIt2WinIt.com.

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About Dandy^® Celery

For nearly 100 years, Duda Farm Fresh Foods has been a leading grower, shipper, processor and marketer of fresh vegetables and citrus. Known for their superior celery, over the years the company has expanded their facilities to accommodate recent developments such as celery juicing and other health and wellness trends in order to provide consumers with the freshest celery possible. With primary locations in Florida, California, Arizona, Georgia and Michigan, Duda Farm Fresh Foods carries a commitment to innovation and sustainability and believes in growing a healthy future for generations to come. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of A. Duda & Sons, Inc., a family-owned, diversified land company headquartered in Oviedo, Fla. For more information, please visit www.dudafresh.com.

Nichole Towell
Duda Farm Fresh Foods
561-804-1477
[email protected]

Toronto, Ontario, Nov. 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DCS Global (“DCS”) announced the results of its recent survey amongst property managers on cleaning costs, plans and communications.

 “Our survey clearly shows the majority of property managers are staying on top of cleaning issues during the pandemic,” said Randy Burke, President and CEO of DCS. “Approximately three-quarters of respondents have detailed written pandemic cleaning plans in place, and almost all are communicating their cleaning efforts to employees, tenants and visitors. My biggest concerns from the responses are the relative lack of hygiene testing and the potential for significant cleaning cost increases next year.”

The survey was sent to approximately 200 property managers in mid-October. It contained seven questions, and the full results of the survey can be viewed on the DCS website.

Asked if they or their contract cleaner have a detailed written plan for cleaning during the pandemic, three-quarters said yes. This is foundational for effective and efficient cleaning, ensuring clear expectations are set and cleaners and property management are on the same page. 

DCS asked if the pandemic was taking a significant amount of time out of their workday. Two-thirds of property managers admitted it is taking some time but is essentially manageable. In the spring, many property managers were spending extended hours dealing with pandemic-related issues. This suggests that dealing with COVID-19 has gone from a full-blown crisis to being better understood and managed.  

Just over 50% of respondents tell us that their cleaning costs have come down significantly (25% or more) to reflect lower occupancy rates in the last six months. Despite increased touchpoint cleaning and sanitization, and the need for greater cleaning staff visibility, DCS believes at current occupancy rates, most property managers can reduce their building cleaning-costs by up to 40%. 

However, over 70% of property managers expect cleaning costs to rebound to pre-pandemic levels once we establish a new normal. Almost 30% of respondents believe these increases will be significant (10% or more). Rethinking cleaning priorities for the new normal and developing performance-based costing models will help optimize costs and quality.

A surprising and concerning number is that 3/4 of property managers reported they do not test the quality of touchpoint cleaning to ensure it is being done properly. Independent verification and auditing of potential pathogens are essential to ensure the effectiveness of cleaning (getting what you’re paying for) and as a proof point for stakeholder messaging. 

Almost everyone (99%) told us that they are effectively communicating the steps they’re taking to make their building cleaner and safer to employees, tenants, and visitors. This is a crucial part of demonstrating duty of care and to reassure and build trust among stakeholders. Empathy and care are important pieces of pandemic messaging. 

As a final question, just out of curiosity, DCS asked where property managers were getting their information on cleaning for the pandemic. Equal numbers mentioned public health agencies, industry associations, and their contract cleaner. 

The survey results reinforce the need for independent testing of hygiene results and expert advice on cleaning cost optimization and quality. DCS can help. Call us for a free consultation. 

About DCS 

DCS has been Canada’s trusted independent adviser on cleaning issues for over 20 years. We take the worry out of cleaning. We have the expertise to support you and your contractor clean effectively and efficiently during the pandemic and allow you to demonstrate your duty of care. Our services include:

• Customizable current and post-COVID-19 cleaning specifications to help ensure the quality and effectiveness of your cleaning and sanitization.
• Hygiene testing & auditing to ensure that proper cleaning techniques are being used and provide an extra level of comfort for your stakeholders.
• Janitorial costing models to help ensure that your cleaners are prioritizing the right tasks in a cost-effective way. 
• Current contract analysis, KPIs, standards, reporting … so that your cleaning contract clearly reflects contractor deliverables. We are respectful and discreet – and work to enhance your relationship with service providers.
• RFP support, writing, administration, risk-analysis, contractor tours, recommendations, transition, and implementation. We save you time and money and lower the risk of going to market. 

DCS supports organizations in property management, retail, industrial, education, transit, transportation, and government. DCS is the co-author and sponsor of the upcoming BOMA Canada 2020 Pandemic Guide. Our values are honesty, integrity, fairness, transparency, and respect. 

For further information visit http://dcsglobalenterprise.com/ or contact DCS at [email protected]. For media inquiries contact Danielle McKay, Marketing & Media Executive at [email protected] or 905-808-7230.

Danielle McKay
Marigold Marketing & PR
905-808-7230
[email protected]