 |
Press Releases
Deloitte’s Canadian Press Releases page contains links to news and information about the firm’s activities in Canada, starting with the most recent.
| Top 10 trends in Tech, Media and Telecom from Deloitte for 2007 and beyond |
|
January 15, 2007 |
|
Toronto, January 15, 2007 — According to a Deloitte study released today, challenges and opportunities abound for the technology, media and telecommunications (TMT) landscape in 2007. Power will shift to consumers from content providers and manufacturers, forcing TMT companies to adapt their product offerings to meet customer expectations. The 2007 edition of Deloitte's Technology, Media and Telecommunications Predictions identifies the hot-button issues for the near future, and also explains... |
|
| Deloitte named one of Canada's 50 Best Employers |
|
January 3, 2007 |
|
Toronto, January 3, 2007 — Deloitte has been named one of the 50 Best Companies to Work for in Canada for 2007 — the only professional services firm to make the list. Deloitte's inclusion in the "50 Best" list provides strong public validation that the firm has focused on the right areas to help attract and retain the best people. "We are one of Canada's 50 Best Companies to work for because we listen to our people and are committed to helping them excel," says Larry Scott, Deloitte's Managing Partner of Strategy and Human Resources. "This recognition demonstrates that we continue to make progress on our... |
|
| Sustainability spells success for elite Canadian companies |
|
December 13, 2006 |
|
Toronto, December 13, 2006 — They come in all shapes and sizes, from all regions across the country, representing a wide variety of industries. But the best of the best in Canadian business have one thing in common — sustained, superior performance over time. Consistently maintaining success and achievement at the highest level has earned these leading companies inclusion in a distinguished group — the Best Managed program's Platinum Club or Requalified membership. Platinum Club members form an elite group of Canadian-owned and managed companies that consistently excel in... |
|
| Tips for safe holiday online shopping |
|
December 5, 2006 |
|
Toronto, December 5, 2006 — The fast approaching holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year not only for brick-and-mortar stores but also for online retailers. $7.9 billion! That's the value of goods and services purchased by Canadians online last year, with three-quarters of online shoppers using the Internet as a platform for paying for these products (Statistics Canada, E-Commerce: Shopping on the Internet, November 2006). Unfortunately, the holiday season is also one of the busiest times of the year for unscrupulous individuals who try to take advantage of the online... |
|
| Deloitte welcomes the Honourable Pierre S. Pettigrew |
|
October 23, 2006 |
|
Toronto, October 23, 2006 — Deloitte is pleased to announce that the Honourable Pierre S. Pettigrew, former member of Parliament and federal cabinet minister, is returning to the firm as Executive Advisor, International, following 10 years of public service. Deloitte Canada Chief Executive, Alan MacGibbon, welcomed Mr. Pettigrew noting, "Having an individual of Pierre's calibre choose Deloitte further establishes us as the professional services firm of choice for both clients and talented people." Adds Pettigrew, "Returning to my business roots at Deloitte is a wonderful opportunity to work with the... |
|
| Canadian companies dominate North America's technology industry |
|
October 19, 2006 |
|
Toronto, October 19, 2006 — Canadian technology companies have outpaced their American counterparts with an average 3,876% five year revenue growth (vs. U.S. 1,927% growth), with half of North America's 10 fastest-growing technology companies based in Canada, according to the Deloitte Fast 500 ranking released today. The Fast 500 is an annual award program ranking the fastest-growing technology, media and telecommunications companies based on five year average revenue growth (2001-2005). This is the first time since the program's inception nine years ago that Canada has five companies in... |
|
| Canada’s 2006 Deloitte Technology Fast 50 winners confident to take on the world |
|
September 20, 2006 |
|
Toronto, September 20, 2006 — Showcasing a staggering five year average revenue growth of 4,954%, primarily achieved through cash flow from operations rather than external financing, Canada’s Deloitte 2006 Technology Fast 50 winners are at a peak confidence level to tackle the global markets. Announced today are the winners of the 2006 Deloitte Technology Fast 50 - the annual program that recognizes Canadian technology companies for their innovation and growth. Also revealed are the findings from Deloitte’s Fast 50 CEO Survey which provide insight into the winners’ secrets for success, opportunities, challenges and future... |
|
| Innovation key to opportunities in emerging markets, say manufacturers |
|
September 19, 2006 |
|
Toronto, September 19, 2006 — In a new report "Innovation in Emerging Markets: Strategies for achieving commercial success," released today by member firms of Deloitte, more than half of the global manufacturers surveyed expect to substantially grow revenues in emerging markets over the next three years, with nearly three-quarters anticipating significant increases in China. However, the findings reveal that only 23% of respondents are optimistic about prospects in... |
|
| What a difference a day makes |
|
September 8, 2006 |
|
Toronto, September 8, 2006 — Imagine the impact of an entire organization working on community projects for one day. That's exactly what will be happening today with more than 75% of the people of Deloitte Canada (more than 5,000 individuals) involved in 417 Impact Day projects with 192 community organizations. Deloitte calls it Impact Day — a firm-wide day of volunteer service, when the people of Deloitte dedicate their time to proactively working on community projects, and supporting the development of the communities in which they work and live. Deloitte partner and Impact Day leader, David Sachvie... |
|
| Greenhouse gas emissions management still not on the corporate agenda |
|
September 5, 2006 |
|
Toronto, September 5, 2006 — Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions management remains on the back burner for more than half of emitting Canadian companies, according to a recent Deloitte survey, the GHG Emissions Management Survey 2006. The survey of 80 Canadian respondents shows that 50% of companies do not include GHG emission management in their overall risk management policy or strategy, despite 80% ranking GHG emissions management as an issue of moderate to critical importance. Rather than taking a total... |
|
|
[<< Prev]
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
[Next >>]
|
|
|
