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April 22, 2009

 

Feature Story

Federal government endorses safety technology for light-duty vehicles

The federal government has proposed a new safety regulation requiring all light-duty vehicles for sale in Canada to be equipped with Electronic Stability Control (ESC), beginning September 1, 2011.

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Case Studies

 
 
 

City of Quesnel

The city of Quesnel, B.C., with a population of approximately 23,000, has worked with telecommunications provider ABC Communications to use Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMax) technology systems to help reduce operating costs.

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Infoway launches certification service

Canada Health Infoway, a government organization working towards the adoption of electronic health records (EHRs), is launching a new certification service for software developers who create electronic-health (e-health) applications.

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Edmonton upgrades photo-enforcement program

The city of Edmonton will soon expand and upgrade its photo-based traffic safety program, resulting in the largest of its kind in Canada.

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OLG tests biometrics to recognize problem gamblers

The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) is testing biometric technology to help its casino staff spot problem gamblers.

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Tracking technology selected for federal agencies in Canada

Jemtec will provide province-wide electronic monitoring technology to the Newfoundland Department of Justice, as well as Global Positioning System (GPS) tracking to certain federal agencies in Canada.

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April 25-28, 2009
NAFA Institute and Expo
National Association of Fleet Administrators (NAFA)
New Orleans, La
Visit www.nafaiande.org.

May 19-23, 2009
IIMC Conference
International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC)
Chicago, Ill.
Visit www.iimc.com.

May 21, 2009
Green Fleet Expo
City of Hamilton
Royal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, Ont.
Visit
www.toronto.ca/fleet/expo.htm.

May 31 - June 2, 2009
IMA Conference
Institute of Municipal Assessors (IMA)
Deerhurst Resort, Muskoka, Ont.
Visit www.assessorsinstitute.ca.

June 1-3, 2009
CAMA Conference
Canadian Association of Municipal Administrators (CAMA)
Fairmont Chateau Whistler, Whistler, B.C.
Visit www.camacam.ca.

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RECOGNITION AND MILESTONES

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Konica Minolta awarded EcoLogo certification

 
   

Multi-function printer (MFP) provider Konica Minolta Business Solutions Canada, based in Mississauga, Ont., was recently recognized for its environmentally friendly practices with EcoLogo's newest office products certification.

 
   

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