DEI (Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion) News

TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The pizzas have been counted, the results are in, and Pizza Nova's annual That's Amore Pizza for Kids fundraiser delivered in a big way. Supported by guests, franchisees and vendor partners, Pizza Nova raised $151,935 for Variety – the Children’s Charity of Ontario during this year’s one-day event. On May 12, Pizza Nova offered its guests medium cheese or pepperoni pizzas for $5.99, tax included, with $1 from each pizza supporting children and youth with disabilities t...

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Applause, the global leader in managed software testing services and digital quality, released the results of its sixth annual State of Digital Quality in Accessibility report, providing insight into accessibility testing trends and assistive technology (AT) usage around the world. While 78% of organizations use AI to improve digital accessibility in their websites and applications, 56% of AT users have regularly encountered inaccessible apps since January 1, 2026. Most...

BOGOTA, Colombia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GeoPark Limited (“GeoPark” or the “Company”) (NYSE: GPRK), a leading independent energy company with over 20 years of successful operations across Latin America, announces the publication of its 2025 SPEED/Sustainability Report (the “Report”). During 2025, the Company protected its core operations in Colombia while returning to growth by entering the Vaca Muerta formation in Neuquen Province, Argentina. GeoPark achieved production of 28,233 barrels of oil equi...

TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Achievers, the world’s most utilized recognition and reward software that engages nearly 5 million employees every day across 190+ countries, today announced that it has been selected as an Eminence Partner by Brandon Hall Group™, the leading independent Human Capital Management (HCM) research and analyst firm. Eminence Partners represent a select group of organizations Brandon Hall Group™ chooses to work with at the deepest level, collaborating on original research, e...

ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In celebration of National Volunteer Week (April 19 - 25, 2026) and Earth Day, Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) partnered with Atlanta United’s former goalkeeper, Brad Guzan to transform a teacher courtyard and student garden at Atlanta’s Southwest DeKalb High School. The company also recognized 10 Mercedes-Benz dealerships across the U.S. with its inaugural Philanthropic Leadership Award, celebrating the meaningful impact dealerships are making in their local communities. Bo...

ST. JOHN’S, NL--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Delegates from across Newfoundland and Labrador will gather this week for the Canadian Union of Public Employees Newfoundland and Labrador (CUPE NL) Division Convention, bringing together workers from across sectors to set priorities for the year ahead and strengthen the collective voice of public service workers in the province. This year’s convention is being held during the “Year of Health and Safety,” with a strong focus on protecting workers on the job and...

DENVER--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Alterra Mountain Company released its fourth annual Forward Stance Impact Report, championing its ongoing commitment to Social Responsibility. Organizing around four key pillars – Planet, People, Community, and Responsibility – the Forward Stance platform is designed to support the company’s employees, communities, and partners across its portfolio of 19 North American mountain destinations. Planet In 2025, Alterra became the first U.S.-based ski company to have...

PARMA, Italy--(BUSINESS WIRE)--For the third year in a row, Barilla is confirmed as the world’s leading company in the food sector for reputation in the Global RepTrak® 100 ranking conducted by RepTrak, which since 1999 has annually analyzed the companies with the strongest reputations worldwide. In the 2026 ranking, the Group reaches 9th place overall, moving up 16 spots compared to 2025 (ranked at 25th) and entering the global Top 10, confirming the company’s steady reputation‑building journe...

TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As Canada works to build a stronger, more independent country, let’s not forget that the strength of our country’s economy, innovation and culture has been interwoven with the contributions of its people, including immigrants who have adopted this country as their own. Canadian Immigrant magazine, in partnership with Western Union, is, for the 18th year, proud to celebrate the contributions of Canadians who have chosen this country to build their careers, families and...

VANCOUVER, British Columbia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A first-of-its-kind, five-year analysis of 70 Canadian technology companies shows that despite growing investment in diversity and inclusion, workforce representation and pay equity have seen little change. Produced by TAP Network in partnership with Mercer, the Diversity in Canada’s Tech Sector: 5-Year Trend Report analyzes demographic and compensation data from organizations that consistently participated in TAP Network’s annual surveys between 20...