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Corporate Training Services
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| Published on : (2010-08-16) |
Reducing risks related to credit and bad debts are challenges for any business. Our public and private courses are designed to help you achieve and even exceed your goals in all areas of your company.
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Check our website regularly for an updated list of all our training workshops or contact us directly at 1 (800) 363-2809 ext 358.
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Monday, August 2, 2010: Civic Holiday
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| Published on : (2010-07-28) |
Our offices located in Ontario, Alberta, Nova-Scotia and New-Brunswick, will be closed on Monday, August 2, 2010 for the Civic Holiday. Our offices in Quebec will be opened.
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Here is your link for searching and registering securities (PPSA & RPMRR).
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| Published on : (2010-07-27) |
To have peace of mind, register your liens on merchandise sold anywhere in Canada.
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Groupecho has no frontiers; let us become the link and register all your securities, no matter where in Canada ! In ALL canadian provinces and territories, the search and registration of liens are possible with Groupecho. Use the ECHOlien from coast to coast!
For more information, visit our ECHOlien section.
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Insolvency Statistics in Canada — May 2010
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| Published on : (2010-07-26) |
The total number of insolvencies in Canada decreased by 11.3 percent in May 2010 from the previous month.
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To read the report on the Superintendent web site, go to: http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/bsf-osb.nsf/eng/br02453.html
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Corporate Training Services
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| Published on : (2010-07-19) |
Reducing risks related to credit and bad debts are challenges for any business. Our public and private courses are designed to help you achieve and even exceed your goals in all areas of your company.
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Check our website regularly for an updated list of all our training workshops or contact us directly at 1 (800) 363-2809 ext 358.
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Insolvency Statistics in Canada — April 2010
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| Published on : (2010-07-14) |
The total number of insolvencies in Canada decreased by 2.5 percent in April 2010 from the previous month. The total number of insolvencies in April 2010 was 10.1 percent lower than the total number of insolvencies in April 2009.
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To read the report of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy go to: http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/bsf-osb.nsf/eng/br02420.html
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Corporate Training Services
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| Published on : (2010-06-21) |
Reducing risks related to credit and bad debts are challenges for any business. Our public and private courses are designed to help you achieve and even exceed your goals in all areas of your company.
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Check our website regularly for an updated list of all our training workshops or contact us directly at 1 (800) 363-2809 ext 358.
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Medican under court protection, May 26
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| Published on : (2010-05-26) |
The Medican Group of Companies located in Medicine Hat (Alberta) filed for protection under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act in a Calgary court.
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The court-appointed Monitor's website is: http://www.rsmrichter.com/Restructuring/Medican.aspx
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Corporate Training Services
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| Published on : (2010-05-24) |
Reducing risks related to credit and bad debts are challenges for any business. Our public and private courses are designed to help you achieve and even exceed your goals in all areas of your company.
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Check our website regularly for an updated list of all our training workshops or contact us directly at 1 (800) 363-2809 ext 358.
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2010-05-10) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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Insolvency Statistics in Canada — February 2010
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| Published on : (2010-05-05) |
The number of insolvencies in Canada increased by 9.7 percent in February 2010 from the previous month. Also, five Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA) proceedings were filed.
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The reports are available at: http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/bsf-osb.nsf/eng/br02393.html
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Planet Organic Health Corp awarded court protection April 30
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| Published on : (2010-05-05) |
The CCAA filing does not affect the Mrs. Green's division in the U.S.
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Court documents are available on the web site of the Court-appointed monitor, Deloitte & Touche Inc., at: www.deloitte.com/ca/planet-organic
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Gyro-Trac Inc. and al granted CCAA protection, April 1
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| Published on : (2010-05-04) |
The several court documents are available on the court-appointed monitor web site at: http://www.raymondchabot.com/GyroTrac/en
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Winalta Inc. receives CCAA protection, April 26, 2010
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| Published on : (2010-04-26) |
Winalta and certain of its subsidiaries obtained creditor protection under the CCAA, by the Court of Queen's Bench of Alberta.
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Deloitte & Touche Inc., is the Court-appointed Monitor and court documents are available at: http://www.deloitte.com/ca/winalta
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Corporate Training Services
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| Published on : (2010-04-26) |
Reducing risks related to credit and bad debts are challenges for any business. Our public and private courses are designed to help you achieve and even exceed your goals in all areas of your company.
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Check our website regularly for an updated list of all our training workshops or contact us directly at 1 (800) 363-2809 ext 358.
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Your delinquent accounts often turn into bad debts ?
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| Published on : (2010-04-19) |
Anywhere in Canada, transform you losses into revenue and protect your corporate image by calling the professionals of the GROUPecho COLLECTION CANADA.
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Sending your delinquent accounts to GROUPecho COLLECTION could very well turn out to be your most profitable business decision. In addition to offering you competitive rates, GROUPecho COLLECTION guarantees collection results ... or you don't pay anything. Call us today at (800) 363-2809 #433.
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Insolvency Statistics in Canada — January 2010
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| Published on : (2010-04-13) |
The total number of insolvencies in Canada decreased by 6.7 percent in January 2010 compare to December 2009.
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Over the last 10 years, the number of insolvencies in January has been higher than the number in December. The decrease in January 2010 was the largest decrease recorded for January in 20 years. You may read the report at: http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/bsf-osb.nsf/eng/br02363.html
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Tagish Lake Gold Corp. granted protection under CCAA, April 9, 2010
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The Company’s day to day operations are expected to continue without interruption. The court appointed monitor is Grant Thornton Limited.
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Court documents available at: http://www.grantthornton.ca/services/reorg/bankruptcy_and_insolvency/creditor_updates/tagish
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On april 8, AAER Inc. and its subsidiaries sought protection under the CCAA
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| Published on : (2010-04-08) |
AAER has retained Samson Belair / Deloitte & Touche to act as court-appointed monitor during the CCAA process to assist AAER throughout the restructuring.
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Court documents available at: http://www.deloitte.com/ca/aaer
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Cow Harbour Construction Ltd. has applied under CCAA protection, April 7
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| Published on : (2010-04-07) |
The Company’s intention is to develop a plan that will be in the long term interests of suppliers, customers, employees and the Company.
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For further information on the CCAA proceedings, please visit the Monitor’s website at http://www.deloitte.com/ca/cowharbour/
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Nelson Financial Group Ltd. filed CCAA March 23, 2010
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| Published on : (2010-04-05) |
Pursuant to the Initial Order A. John Page & Associates Inc. has been appointed Monitor.
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Further information can be obtained from the Monitor by email sent to nelson@ajohnpage.com
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Cover-all Holding Corp obtained CCAA protection March 24, 2010
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| Published on : (2010-04-05) |
A copy of the Initial Order granted in Canada can be found on the Monitor’s website at www.ey.com/ca/cover-all
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In the US, Chapter 11 proceedings were registered.
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The Bear Mountain Master Partnership granted CCAA protection, March 25 2010
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Further information can be obtained through the court-appointed monitor website at http://www.pwc.com/ca/en/car/bearmountain/index.jhtml
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You may also contact them at 1-604-806-7163.
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Employment background inquiry services
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| Published on : (2010-04-01) |
We will tell you what they will not !
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It is easy to find new employees, but finding the perfect employee is much more difficult. Groupecho Canada has specialized in risk evaluation since 1959. Our background inquiry services allow you to quickly identify problems that hiring the wrong employee could bring about. For more details, call Domenic Di Giacomo at (514) 335-3246 #376.
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Corporate Training Services
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| Published on : (2010-03-29) |
Reducing risks related to credit and bad debts are challenges for any business. Our public and private courses are designed to help you achieve and even exceed your goals in all areas of your company.
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Check our website regularly for an updated list of all our training workshops or contact us directly at 1 (800) 363-2809 ext 358.
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2010-03-22) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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Insolvency Statistics in Canada — December 2009
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| Published on : (2010-03-03) |
The total number of insolvencies in Canada decreased by 11.1 percent in December 2009 compare to November 2009. Consumer insolvencies have increased by 8.5 percent while business insolvencies have decreased by 15.7 percent.
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Read the report at the OSB web site: http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/bsf-osb.nsf/eng/br02355.html
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CCAA Statistics in Canada - 4th quarter 2009
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| Published on : (2010-03-03) |
In December 2009, seven (7) Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA) proceedings were filed.
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Please refer to the OSB web site for additional details at: http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/bsf-osb.nsf/eng/br02368.html
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Atcon Construction Corporation under CCAA protection, March 2nd, 2010
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| Published on : (2010-03-02) |
The construction company located in Miramichi in New-Brunswick is a significant employer of this Atlantic province.
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The court-appointed monitor is Ernst & Young Inc. For further details: http://documentcentre.eycan.com/Pages/Overview.aspx?SID=138
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Corporate Training Services
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| Published on : (2010-03-01) |
Reducing risks related to credit and bad debts are challenges for any business. Our public and private courses are designed to help you achieve and even exceed your goals in all areas of your company.
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Check our website regularly for an updated list of all our training workshops or contact us directly at 1 (800) 363-2809 ext 358.
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ConjuChem Biotechnologies to restructure under CCAA protection
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| Published on : (2010-02-26) |
On February 26, The Quebec Superior Court has granted Conjuchem protection under the CCAA.
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RSM Richter is the court-appointed Monitor. More details at: http://www.rsmrichter.com/Restructuring/ConjuChem.aspx
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Davie Yards to restructure under the CCAA
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| Published on : (2010-02-25) |
They announced today, February 25 2010, that it has filed for creditor protection with the Quebec Superior Court.
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For more details, go to their web site at www.davie.ca
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Go Travel South ceases operations February 24, 2010
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| Published on : (2010-02-24) |
On its website, Go Travel South cites economic circumstances as the reason behind its closure.
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All flights are cancelled and clients with bookings should contact their credit card provider for refunds. Source: www.gotravelsouth.com
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White Birch Paper has filed under CCAA, February 24,
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White Birch is the second-largest newsprint manufacturer in North America with newsprint mills in Quebec City, Riviere-du-Loup and Gatineau and Virginia (US).
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Ernst & Young has been designed as the controller for the Canadian procedures and Garden City Group for the Chapter 11 American procedures.
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Mega Brands seeks Chapter 15 court protection
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| Published on : (2010-02-19) |
Mega Brands filed a Chapter 15 proceeding in a U.S. bankruptcy court in Delaware, US. Non-U.S. companies use Chapter 15 to block american creditors that want to file lawsuits or tie up assets in the United States while the recapitalization occurs.
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View the press releases at: http://www.megabrands.com/en/corpo/pressreleases.php
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2010-02-15) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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Darian Resources Ltd & Bowview Petroleum Inc filed for a CCAA February 12
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Hardie & Kelly Inc. was appointed by the Court as monitor. For further information: Marc Kelly at 403-252-1766 or mkelly@insolvency.net
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Consult the monitor's website for court orders and filings: http://relieffromdebt.ca/index.php/Darian-Resources-Ltd.-and-Bowview-Petroleum-Inc.html
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2010-02-08) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2010-02-01) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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Corporate Training Services
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| Published on : (2010-02-01) |
Reducing risks related to credit and bad debts are challenges for any business. Our public and private courses are designed to help you achieve and even exceed your goals in all areas of your company.
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Check our website regularly for an updated list of all our training workshops or contact us directly at 1 (800) 363-2809 ext 358.
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The Credit Institute of Canada
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| Published on : (2010-02-01) |
The pride, prestige and status of belonging to a National Association of credit professionals and the ONLY Canadian professional organization granting designations in Credit Management.
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Credit Institute of Canada has 14 Chapters and 2 Forums across Canada and provide opportunities for networking, educational programs, seminars, and social events. Earn valuable Professional Development points by being involved. Contact us (National Chapter) at (905) 629-9805 or visit the following web page (copy and paste the following link into your browser): https://secure.encryptedtransactions.com/creditinstitutesecure/SERVICES/becomemember.cfm
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Signature Aluminium Canada filed a CCAA January 29, 2010.
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| Published on : (2010-01-29) |
The Richmond Hill based company obtained an initial order and pursuant to this order FTI Consulting Canada has been named monitor.
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Further details at : http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/bsf-osb.nsf/eng/br02356.html
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Insolvency Statistics in Canada — November 2009
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| Published on : (2010-01-25) |
In comparison with the same month last year, the total number of insolvencies in November 2009 was 12.8 percent higher than the number in November 2008. Consumer files have increased by 14.4 percent while business files decreased by 14.7 percent.
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Read the report at http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/bsf-osb.nsf/eng/br02327.html
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2010-01-25) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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North Star Manufacturing London Ltd filed for bankruptcy protection
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| Published on : (2010-01-20) |
On January 20, North Star filed CCAA proceedings in Canada and Chapter 11 in the States.
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The court-appointed monitor is Ernst & Young www.ey.com/ca/northstar
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Mariner Seafoods of PEI gets four weeks Protection from Creditors (CCAA)
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| Published on : (2010-01-18) |
The fish company based in Montague, Prince Edward Island, received a four-week protection period from creditors on January 14.
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For more information, go to www.grantthornton.ca/services/reorg/
bankruptcy_and_insolvency/
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Corporate Training Services
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| Published on : (2010-01-18) |
Reducing risks related to credit and bad debts are challenges for any business. Our public and private courses are designed to help you achieve and even exceed your goals in all areas of your company.
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Check our website regularly for an updated list of all our training workshops or contact us directly at 1 (800) 363-2809 ext 358.
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2010-01-18) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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To support Haiti following the earthquakes:
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| Published on : (2010-01-14) |
Please contact the Red Cross at www.redcross.ca or the Center for International Studies and Cooperation at www.ceci.ca
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Thanks you !
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2010-01-11) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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MMFX Steel filed for bankruptcy protection in the US and Canada
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| Published on : (2010-01-06) |
MMFX filed under Chapter 11 in the States and CCAA in Canada.
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For more information, go to www.rsmrichter.com/Restructuring/MMFX.aspx
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Insolvency Statistics in Canada — October 2009
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| Published on : (2010-01-04) |
The total number of insolvencies in October 2009 was 7.3 percent higher than the number in October 2008.
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Consumer insolvencies have increased by 8.5 percent while business insolvencies decreased by 13.8 percent. Read the report at Industries Canada:http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/bsf-osb.nsf/eng/br02310.html
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2010-01-04) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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Interpretation - Bankruptcy
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| Published on : (2010-01-01) |
How can I get information on interpreting bankruptcy laws?
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For questions that deal with the interpretation of the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, contact your local Division Assistant Superintendent of Bankruptcy for more information. Any interpretation of the Act will be particular to each specific case.
A list of local addresses for the Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy can be accessed from Industry Canada Web site : http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/bsf-osb.nsf/eng/br02075.html#contact
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2009-12-28) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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XXI Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver in 2010 !
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| Published on : (2009-12-22) |
The Olympic Winter Games will be held in Vancouver from February 12 to February 28, 2010.
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Good luck to our athletes !
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2009-12-21) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2009-12-14) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2009-12-07) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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GROUPecho CANADA wishes everyone a safe and happy holiday.
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| Published on : (2009-12-01) |
Our offices will be closed (during the holidays) from Thursday Dec 24 at 12:00 noon until Monday December 28 inclusively, and from 12:00 noon Thursday December 31 until January 1 inclusively.
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Our regular hours resume Monday January 4, 2010. Wishing Happy Holidays to all !
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The Edmonton office's new address:
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| Published on : (2009-12-01) |
Since December 1st: 11428, 168 Street #100, Edmonton, Alberta T5M 3T9
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Our phone and fax numbers will remain the same.
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2009-11-30) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2009-11-23) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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Insolvency Statistics in Canada — September 2009
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| Published on : (2009-11-23) |
Business insolvencies for the 12-month period ending September 30, 2009 fell by 6.5 percent compared with the 12-month period ending September 30, 2008.
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A reduction in insolvencies in the construction; transportation and warehousing; agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting; and retail trade sectors contributed to this decrease. Read the report at http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/bsf-osb.nsf/eng/br02309.html
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2009-11-16) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2009-11-09) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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Remembrance Day, November 11, 2009
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| Published on : (2009-11-09) |
Take note that our offices located in Alberta and Nova Scotia will be closed on Tuesday November 11, in accordance with the legislations of these provinces.
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Our Quebec and Ontario offices will be open as usual.
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CIT files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
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| Published on : (2009-11-02) |
After struggling for months to avert bankruptcy, lender CIT Group has filed for Chapter 11 protection in an attempt to restructure its debt while trying to keep badly needed loans flowing to thousands of mid-sized and small businesses.
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CIT said the bankruptcy filing is only for the holding company, and won't affect its operating subsidiaries, such as Utah-based CIT Bank. Details: http://www.cit.com/about-cit/restructuring/index.htm
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2009-11-02) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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Tough New Laws Targeting Identity Theft Receives Royal Assent
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| Published on : (2009-10-29) |
This act will create three new "core" Criminal Code offences targeting the early stages of identity-related crime, all subject to 5-year maximum prison sentences.
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For more details, visit the web site of the Department of Justice of Canada at http://news.gc.ca/web/article-eng.do?m=/index&nid=492029
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2009-10-26) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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Simplify your decisions with the Risk Analysis Service !
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| Published on : (2009-10-19) |
Upon your request, our specialists will analyze credit information in the echoPLUS report and clearly indicate your underlying credit risk. A fast and simple way to assess your risk.
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For further details or to order your request form, contact us at service@groupecho.com or at (800) 363-2809 #433.
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Insolvency statistics in Canada - August 2009
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| Published on : (2009-10-15) |
The month of August 2009 has seen the fewest number of business insolvencies (466) since January 1987.
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The total number of insolvencies decreased by 8.2 percent in August 2009 from the previous month. For more details, go to the Superintendent web site: http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/bsf-osb.nsf/eng/br02292.html
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2009-10-12) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada.
It is with pride and recognition that we say:
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2009-10-05) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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Insolvency Statistics in Canada — July 2009
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| Published on : (2009-09-29) |
While total business insolvencies declined by 7.6 percent in Canada, total consumer insolvencies increased by 37.2 percent.
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For the 12-month period ending July 31, 2009, total insolvencies increased by 29.8 percent compared with the 12-month period ending July 31, 2008. This is mainly due to an increase in consumer insolvencies. Further information available on http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/bsf-osb.nsf/eng/br02276.html
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2009-09-28) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2009-09-21) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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Changes to the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (BIA)
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| Published on : (2009-09-18) |
On September 18, 2009, changes to Canada’s bankruptcy and insolvency legislation came into force and are designed to modernize the insolvency system, increase fairness and reduce abuse of the system.
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For more details, log on to the Superintendent of Bankruptcy site at http://www.ic.gc.ca/eic/site/bsf-osb.nsf/eng/br02282.html
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Groupecho Canada celebrates its 50th anniversary !
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| Published on : (2009-09-14) |
Since 1959, employees and customers have allowed us to be among the leaders in the credit information market in Canada. It is with pride and recognition that we say: Thank you !
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Final Notice is available online !
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| Published on : (2009-07-13) |
Access the Collection tab to find out the benefits of using this recovery tool !
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Don't hesitate to call our Customer Service to have more details.
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GM bankruptcy plan approved
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| Published on : (2009-07-06) |
General Motors' plan to restructure, with a lot of help from the federal government, has been approved by a bankruptcy judge.
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The ruling by the bankruptcy judge, who held three days of hearings last week, includes a four-day stay before the closing of the sale can go through. During that time, objectors to the bankruptcy will have a chance to appeal.
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Bell Canada Enterprises purchases The Source and Virgin Mobile
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| Published on : (2009-07-06) |
BCE has completed a $142-million acquisition of the half of Virgin Mobile Canada that it did not already own, giving the telecom giant a new advantage in the Canadian wireless market.
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The Source is expected to become a major marketing vehicle for BCE, carrying a wide array of Bell products, including home phone, internet, and digital television services, as well as Bell Mobility and Virgin Mobile cell phones.
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Groupecho CANADA will be closed on Canada Day, July 1st 2009.
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| Published on : (2009-06-22) |
However our web site will remain available for credit reporting inquiries, submitting accounts for collection, etc.
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Groupecho offices in Quebec will be closed June 25, 2009
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| Published on : (2009-06-15) |
The offices in Montreal, Quebec, Rimouski and Chicoutimi will be closed for the St-Jean Baptiste holiday in Quebec.
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Our offices in Ontario, Alberta and the Atlantic provinces will be opened.
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General Motors files for bankruptcy protection
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| Published on : (2009-06-01) |
GM filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Monday June 1 in a move that will see the U.S. Government take a 60% ownership stake in the century-old automaker.
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The Canadian Government would take a 12.5% stake in GM while the United Auto Workers trust would get a 17.5 per cent share.
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GM Canada Restructuring Plan is Approved
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| Published on : (2009-06-01) |
General Motors of Canada Limited announced today that its comprehensive restructuring plan has been approved by the Canadian and Ontario Governments.
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While the parent, General Motors Corporation, has announced it will
complete its restructuring through the use of a court-supervised process in the U.S., GM Canada will complete its restructuring without the use of a court-supervised process. Source: CNW Group
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Have you ever experienced problems with accounts receivable management?
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| Published on : (2008-05-02) |
Call on GROUPecho CANADA for the management of your accounts receivable!
This service will help you to REDUCE your average collection delay and your bad debts, as well as MAXIMIZE your cash-flow and allow you more free time!
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16,000 new credit investigations each month
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| Published on : (2008-04-28) |
Did you know that 16,000 new credit items are added each month in our immediate reports ?
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Click on echoCREDIT section to make inquiries
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GROUPecho Seminars in Halifax: Wednesday March 7 2007
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| Published on : (2007-02-26) |
On Wednesday March 7 2007 at the LAKEVIEW INNS & SUITES in Halifax from 10:00am to 4:15pm attend the GROUPecho Credit Seminar with speakers Tanya Pellow (Court Clerk), Walter Thompson (Adjudicator), Bryce Morrison, Christene Hirschfeld & Boyne Clarke
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Session 1: Small Claims Court (10:00-12:00), Session 2: Bankruptcy - Creditors right (1:00-2:30) and Session 3: PIPEDA Is your business in compliance with this federal law ? (2:45-4:15). Seats are limited. Reserve early at (877) 775-8777
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Ford Credit cutting 2000 positions
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| Published on : (2006-10-03) |
Ford Motor Co's financing arm said it would cut about 2000 jobs in the U.S. and Canada as it consolidates operations.
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Ford Credit said it would fold its 59 U.S. branches into six service centres by the end of 2007. A similar structure is being considered for Canada which has seven branches and one service centre. The cuts will be completed by the end of 2007. Source: AP
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Manitoba Telecom Services cutting up to 325 jobs
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| Published on : (2006-10-02) |
MTS is planning on cutting up to 325 jobs, a move it said will save $22-million a year.
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The job cuts, which the Winnipeg-based telephone company said it hopes to realize through a “voluntary reduction program” at its Manitoba operations this year, is part of a ongoing cost-reduction program unveiled in November, 2005. Source: Globe & Mail
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Gildan Activewear Inc. is cutting jobs in Canada & the U.S.
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| Published on : (2006-09-27) |
Montreal-based Gildan said Wednesday it is cutting 211 jobs in Canada and 335 in the United States.
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It is closing its textile factory in Valleyfield, Que., which will also result in downsizing of its knitting plant in Montreal. The company also announced the closure and downsizing of sock manufacturing capacity at Mount Airy, N.C., and Hillsville, Va., over the next three to four months. Source: CP
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Session 3: COLLECTIONS TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES SEMINAR (Halifax, NS)
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| Published on : (2006-06-02) |
On Thursday, February 16th 2006 at the LAKEVIEW INNS & SUITES (98 Chain Lake drive, Bayers Lake, Halifax) from 9:30am to 12:00pm attend GROUPecho Credit Seminar with speaker Lisa Shebib, from GROUPecho Canada (Atlantic).
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Content: Know your customer, Steps to maximize internal collection efforts, Identifying problem warning signs, Tips tools and ressources available to assist you. Seats are limited. Call (877) 775-8777 to reserve your place.
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SESSION 2: BUILDERS LIENS SEMINAR (Halifax, NS)
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| Published on : (2006-05-31) |
On Wednesday, February 15th 2006 at the LAKEVIEW INNS & SUITES (98 Chain Lake drive, Bayers Lake, Halifax) from 1:15pm to 4:00pm attend GROUPecho Credit Seminar with speaker Jamie MacNeil from BOYNE CLARKE
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Content: What is a lien, What are the limits, Flow of responsibility, When is it used and what are the benefits, How to act on a lien. Seats are limited. Call (877) 775-8777 to reserve your seat.
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Session 2: SURETY BONDS
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| Published on : (2006-03-03) |
On Wednesday, February 15th 2006 at the LAKEVIEW INNS & SUITES (98 Chain Lake drive, Bayers Lake, Halifax) from 1:15pm to 4:00pm attend GROUPecho Credit Seminar with speaker Doug Wilson from Guarantee Co. of North America
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Content: What is a bond, Various labour and material payment bond forms, making a claim/protecting yourself, What are the different types of Bonds, How to determine if you are covered under the form in use. Seats are limited. Call (877) 775-8777 to reserve.
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Congratulations to our 2006 Canadian Olympic Team in Torino
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| Published on : (2006-02-26) |
Thank you for being such great ambassadors and see you in Vancouver 2010 !
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GROUPEecho CANADA INC. and GROUPecho COLLECTION CANADA INC.
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| Published on : (2005-11-01) |
Since September 1st, 2005 The Echo Group and Polycredit Collection Agency have modified their legal names and will be known respectively as: GROUPecho CANADA INC. and GROUPecho COLLECTION CANADA INC.
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These changes are part of our national project and allows uniformity of our image across Canada, while continuing to meet our clientele's needs with a personalized local service.
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NORBOURG Group of Companies founder placed his companies into bankruptcy
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| Published on : (2005-10-14) |
Norbourg Asset Management, Norbourg Financial Group, Evolution Funds Inc, Perfolio Asset Management and Norbourg International Inc have filed for bankruptcy thursday October 13th, 2005, pursuant to the provisions of the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act.
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Trustee firm RSM Richter is handling the asset management company's affairs.
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FLY under the protection of the Bankruptcy and Insolvency
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| Published on : (2005-10-12) |
FLY AMERICA FURNITURE: granted protection under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act on Wednesday October 12th 2005, intends to make a proposal to their creditors.
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The 5 stores located in the Province of Quebec will remain opened. RSM Richter, a licensed trustee located in Montreal has accepted to act as Trustee under the Proposal proceedings.
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CORPORATE TRAINING SERVICES
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| Published on : (2005-10-06) |
GROUPECHO CANADA offers you the tools to stand out in your field by becoming your business partner in your employees' professional growth.
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Always on the lookout for new training programs, surf our web site or contact us for an updated list of our new sessions at (800) 363-2809 ext. 347.
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GROUPecho CANADA INC. and GROUPecho Collection CANADA INC.
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| Published on : (2005-10-03) |
Since September 1st, 2005 The Echo Group and Polycredit Collection Agency have modified their legal names and will be known respectively as: GROUPecho CANADA INC. and GROUPecho Collection CANADA INC.
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These changes are part of our national project and allows uniformity of our image across Canada, while continuing to meet our clientele's needs with a personalized local service.
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ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE SEMINAR (Dartmouth, NS)
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| Published on : (2005-07-18) |
On Monday, September 12th 2005 at the CANS Building (260 Brownlow Ave Unit #3 Dartmouth, NS) from 8:30am to 12:30pm attend the Echo Credit Seminar with speaker Lisa Shebib from the Echo Group (Atlantic).
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Content: Client set up (know your customers), Monitoring your accounts, Collecting your Receivables (Tips/excuses). Seats are limited. Call (877) 775-8777 to reserve your seat. 20% discount on 2nd attendee from same company.
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ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE SEMINAR (Moncton, NB)
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| Published on : (2005-07-18) |
On Wednesday, September 14th 2005 at the ABSDA Office (70 Englehart St. Dieppe Industrial Park Moncton, NB) from 8:30am to 12:30pm, attend the Echo Credit Seminar with speaker Lisa Shebib from the Echo Group (Atlantic).
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Content: Client sep up )know your customers), monitoring your accounts, Collecting your Receivables (Tips/excuses). Seats are limited. Call 877-775-8777 to reserve your seat. 20% discount on 2nd attendee from same company.
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Litigation registered in Western Canada Civil Courts now available !
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| Published on : (2005-05-24) |
Since MAY 24th 2005, the weekly commercial litigation registered in British-Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Alberta Courts are available in our Public Records Plus.
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We are now covering the 10 provinces, divided in 3 region: Eastern Canada (Quebec and Canada Atlantic), Central Canada (Ontario) and Western Canada (Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta and British-Columbia).
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New office in Alberta: acquisition of Credifax of Canada Ltd
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| Published on : (2005-03-22) |
In September 2004, GROUPECHO Canada acquired Credifax of Canada Ltd, located in Alberta. Credifax is a well established company specializing in commercial collection and bad debt recovery for many years.
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This acquisition opens many doors on Western Canada and the combination of GROUPECHO Canada products and services with Credifax's market expertise can only ensure an enormous success, offering all commercial credit services under the same roof (credit reports, credit groups, collections, litigation, etc. ).
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JETSGO CCAA proceedings at RSM Richter Inc.
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| Published on : (2005-03-16) |
Information and court documents in relation with the CCAA filing in Quebec Superior Court are available at RSM Richter Inc.'s website at www.rsmrichter.com (copy and paste the link into your browser)
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You may also obtain information by communicating with RSM Richter Inc. by
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Grounded JETSGO strands passengers: CCAA on the horizon ?
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| Published on : (2005-03-11) |
Discount airline Jetsgo announced early today that it is grounded, effective immediately. The stunning announcement was made shortly after midnight friday March 11th.
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JETSGO will be asking in the Quebec Superior Court to grant immediate protection under the Companies'Creditors Arrangment Act (CCAA).
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Credit Institute of Canada 2005 National Credit Conference
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| Published on : (2005-03-09) |
The National CIC's Committee is looking forward to welcoming you to Charlottetown, PEI on June 28th. The CIC’s Annual General Meeting, educational program with excellent topics and speakers, golf tournament on the 27th, etc. Charlottetown is ready !
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Questions? Contact the NCC 2005 Committee at 1-888-668-9111 or by email at atlantic@creditedu.org
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Insolvencies in Canada in 2004: Global view
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| Published on : (2005-02-28) |
In 2004, business insolvencies were down by over 6.0% for the third year in a row. During 2004, the number of new business cases filed with the OSB was 9,856, down by 7.6% compared with 2003.
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In 2004, there was a 0.4% decline in the number of new insolvency cases filed with the OSB. The number of new consumer insolvency cases increased by 0.3%, whereas the number of new business insolvency cases decreased by 7.6%. Overall, this good performance was due to the favourable economic climate, which should continue to prevail into 2005. In addition, certain forecasters now believe that interest rates could continue to abate moderately until late 2005 and start an upward trend in early 2006. Therefore, the changes in the insolvency picture are expected to be modest in 2005. However, strong regional variations are likely to continue. Source: Office of the Surintendant of Bankruptcy Canada.
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BUILDERS LIENS & PPSA's (Personal Property Security Act)
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| Published on : (2005-02-01) |
On February 16th 2005, at the Holiday Inn Harbourview (Dartmouth) from 9:30am to 12:00pm attend the Halifax Credit Seminar presented by The Echo Group with speakers Jamie MacNeil & Bryce Morrison from Boyne Clarke Barristers & Solicitors.
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Content: Overview of both acts and what each is used for; who can register liens; what you can register liens on, etc. Seats are limited. Reserve quickly and call The Echo Group (Atlantic) at 1-877-775-8777.
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BANKRUPTCY - RIGHTS OF CREDITORS AND DEBTORS
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| Published on : (2005-02-01) |
On February 16th at the Holiday Inn Harbourview in Dartmouth from 1:15pm to 3:15pm, attend the Halifax Credit Seminar with speaker Thomas Boyne from Boyne Clarke Barristers & Solicitors.
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Overview of the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act; Distinction between bankruptcy and other forms of insolvency; effect of bankruptcy on Creditors and Debtors, etc. Seats are limited. Reserve quickly and call The Echo Group (Atlantic) at 1-877-775-8777.
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ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE - MANAGING COLLECTING
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| Published on : (2005-02-01) |
On February 17th 2005 at the Holiday Inn Harbourview (Dartmouth)from 9:30am to 12:00pm attend the Halifax Credit Seminar with speaker Lisa Shebib from The Echo Group.
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Content: credit applications, early warning signs account monitoring-indicators to watch for, customer excuses, final notices, etc. Seats are limited. Reserve quickly and call The Echo Group (Atlantic) at 1-877-775-8777.
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SMALL CLAIMS COURT (Maritimes): A to Z !
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| Published on : (2005-02-01) |
On February 17th at the Holiday Inn Harbourview in Dartmouth from 1:15pm to 3:45pm, attend the Halifax Credit Seminar with speakers Tanya Pellow (Court Clerk) and David Parker (Adjudicator).
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Content: NEW regulation changes; NEW interactive forms; what happens in court; collecting a judgment, etc. Seats are limited. Reserve quickly and call The Echo Group (Atlantic) at 1-877-775-8777.
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NEW: Bankruptcies across Canada
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| Published on : (2005-01-31) |
Since January 31st 2005, all notices of intention, proposals and bankruptcies registered across Canada in the last 5 years are now included in the Public Record Plus and the Atlantic Canada section of the Court House Echo.
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A quick glance away, discover the history of the file registered at the Federal Bankruptcy Law Court (date of creditors's assembly, trustee's name, amount of assets and liabilities, interim receiver, etc.) when you ask for the ECHOfolio. Don't hesitate to call your local Customer Service for further information.
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NEWSFLASH: LEGAL ACTIONS FROM ONTARIO
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| Published on : (2005-01-31) |
Click for more information !!!
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In the pursuit of its mission, GROUPECHO CANADA is offering besides legal actions registered in Quebec and Atlantic Canada, litigations registered in Ontario Small Claims and General courts since the last 5 years. Click on CREDIT REPORTING - ECHOCREDIT to take advantage of it !
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New office in Alberta: acquisition of Credifax of Canada Ltd
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| Published on : (2004-11-23) |
In September 2004, The Echo Group acquired Credifax of Canada Ltd, located in Alberta. Credifax is a well established company speciliazing in commercial recovery for many years.
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This acquisition opens many doors on Western Canada and the combination of Echo products and services with Credifax's market expertise can only ensure an enormous success, offering all credit services under the same roof.
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New office in Alberta: acquisition of Credifax of Canada Ltd
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| Published on : (2004-11-09) |
In September 2004, The Echo Group acquired Credifax of Canada Ltd, located in Alberta. Credifax is a well established company specializing in commercial recovery for many years.
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This acquisition opens many doors on Western Canada and the combination of Echo products and services with Credifax's market expertise can only ensure an enormous success, offering all credit services under the same roof.
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Official opening of our Ontario Regional Branch
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| Published on : (2004-09-16) |
Effective September 22, The Echo Group moves into its newest premises!
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The Echo Group’s success and reputation is built upon 45 years of experience and personal customer service.
The official opening of its Ontario Regional Branch now allows for local, face-to-face representation in the Central Canada Region.
In addition to sales and service support, Polycredit third-party collection services are now operating out of this location as well.
To further assist you in protecting your profits by preventing bad debt write-offs and bankruptcies, Industry Credit Exchange Group services and educational training seminars will also be offered here in the near future.
You can now reach us at 6790 Century Ave., suite 202, Mississauga, On L5N 2V8. Phone (905) 567-3008 (877) 665-5515. Fax: (905) 542-1471 (866) 620-9992
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In need of training?
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| Published on : (2004-08-30) |
Get in touch with Echo Education for all your training needs, private or public
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Several dates and new subjects to answer your needs. Consult our calendar and the contents of our workshops by clicking on ÉCHOÉDUCATION
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EDUCATION SEMINAR IN NOVA-SCOTIA, APRIL 22ND 2004
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| Published on : (2004-03-26) |
Presentation on the Personal Information Protection & Electronic Document Act (PIPEDA) in Bedford (Nova-Scotia).
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The new Privacy legislation affects your business ? Do you have Privacy policy ? Is your company compliant ? This Echo Education Seminar is for you !!! Call today to reserve your seat @ (902) 869-2006 or toll free (877) 775-8777
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The number of bankruptcies decreased in Canada.
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| Published on : (2004-01-13) |
The number of bankruptcies decreased in Canada between October and November 2003.
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Industry Canada mentions that a total of 6814 private individuals and 706 companies were forced to declare bankruptcy in November 2003. In October 2003, 7959 individuals and 749 businesses had to go bankrupt.
During the first 11 months of 2003, 77 994 private individuals and 8157 companies declared bankruptcy, compared with 72 481 persons and 8827 companies during the corresponding period in 2002.
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BANKRUPTCIES IN QUEBEC FROM 01-2003 TO 10-2003
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From January till October 2003, 1855 Quebec companies went bankrupt, which represents a 0.4% increase with regard to the same period last year.
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Furthermore, the importance of the bankruptcies of the Quebec companies grew considerably during the last year, because bad debts amounted to 673 millions of $, a 30% increase with regard to 2002.
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In MONTREAL, training workshop on JANUARY 20, 2004
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| Published on : (2004-01-07) |
Introduction to financial statements:
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A practical and interactive exercise by which you will be brought to make the analysis of a real financial balance sheet to increase your return in risk management. For more details, please call (800) 363-2809.
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In MONTREAL, training workshop on JANUARY 27, 2004
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Legal procedures of a credit department.
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Learn about the legal aspects of credit granting and understand the judical workings relating to a credit department. For more details, please call (800) 363-2809.
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TRAINING WORKSHOPS IN MONTREAL
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| Published on : (2003-11-11) |
New concept of half-day workshops, several options to answer your needs.
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Management of customers' accounts: February 10, 2004
Efficient management of a credit department: January 21, 2004
Improve your knowledge in collection: February 25, 2004
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NEW NEW NEW
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| Published on : (2003-07-24) |
Your ECHOGRAM service has been upgraded: faster handling, page numbering and sorting by either company name or reference number! Come and try it!
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In Montreal, training workshop on September 11, 2003
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Legal Procedures of the Construction Industry:
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This workshop is designed for controllers, executives, credit officers and directors as well as everyone eager to improve their knowledge of credit in construction and aims to increase one’s knowledge on the necessary procedures for the protection of assets and to clarify the legal aspect surrounding credit in construction.
For more details, please call (514) 335-3246
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In Quebec, training workshop on September 16 2003
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Advance Study of Financial Statements:
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The workshop is designed for agents, clerks, credit directors as well as anyone having basic knowledge in financial statement analysis and aims to help in decision-making in risk management by mastering necessary knowledge for an in-depth analysis of financial statements.
For more details, please call (514) 335-3246
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In Montreal, training workshop on September 17, 2003
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Management of Accounts Receivable:
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This workshop is designed for credit officers, sales managers and small business executives and aims to master the essential basic knowledge of risk management. For more details, please call (514) 335-3246.
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IN MONTREAL, training workshop on September 21, 2003
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*Coaching Plus* Team Success
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go farther in coaching by using tools and methods more effectively, so allowing to contribute in a significant way to your development and that of your ressources. For more details, please call (514) 334-3246.
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In Montreal, training workshop on September 24, 2003
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| Published on : (2003-07-04) |
Introduction to the study of financial statements:
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A practical and interactive exercise by which you will be brought to make the analysis of a real financial balance sheet to increase your return in risk management. For more details, please call (514) 335-3246
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Statutory Holidays June 24th & July 1st 2003
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| Published on : (2003-06-20) |
Offices in Halifax and Toronto will be opened on June 24th (St. John Baptiste) and closed on July 1st (Canada Day). Montreal, Quebec and Rimouski's offices will be closed on June 24th and July 1st.
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As always, the Echo Group's Web site will remain accessible for all your demands or consultations during these statutory holidays.
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2003 Conference of the Credit Institute of Canada: Credit to our Future
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| Published on : (2003-06-13) |
The 2003 Conference will be held from June 11 to 14 at Mont-Tremblant. The Conference will celebrate the Institute's 75 years of dedication to the education of its members and to the promotion and development of the credit trade in Canada.
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The conference's program emphasizes the improvement of the participant's abilities to relate to the daily practice of credit. Four major speakers will be added to the already dozen invited specialists. For more information, please call (866) 514-2003.
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In QUEBEC, training workshop on June 5, 2003
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| Published on : (2003-04-24) |
Collection from A to Z:
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the workshop is designed for Credit Directors, Collection Agents, Credit Officers, Controllers, and has for objective to teach the principles, the techniques and uses of collection strategies. For more details, please call (418) 681-1545.
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In MONTREAL, training workshop on June 2 2003
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| Published on : (2003-04-21) |
Collection from A to Z:
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the workshop is designed for Credit Directors, Collection Agents, Credit Officers, Controllers, and has for objective to teach the principles, the techniques and use of collection strategies. For more détails, please call (514) 335-3246.
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In QUEBEC, training workshop on May 15, 2003
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Study of financial statements:
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a practical and interactive exercise by which you will be brought to make the analysis of a real financial balance sheet to increase your return in risk management. For more details, please call (418) 681-1545.
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In RIMOUSKI, training workshop on May 14 2003.
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Customer service:
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offer a service of higher quality, seeking in all contacts with cutomers ways to distinguish yourself and better understand their expectations and therefore surpass them. For more details, please call (418) 723-3335.
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In MATANE, training workshop on May 13 2003
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Collection from A to Z:
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the workshop is designed for Credit Directors, Collection Agents, Credit Officers, Controllers, and has for objective to teach the principles, the techniques and uses of collection strategies. For more details, please call (418) 723-3335.
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In QUEBEC, training workshop on May 12, 2003
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Advanced Credit Analysis:
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the workshop is designed for Credit Agents and Directors, Controllers and Excutives and suggests you tools, sources and effective techniques to obtain and use the essential financial information in the analysis of credit in order to reduce the risks, avoid the losses, protect your claims and prevent fraud. For more details, please call (418) 681-1545.
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in MONTREAL, training workshop on May 7, 2003
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Become Master of your Time:
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this workshop designed for all members of an organisation has for objective to become conscious of our working time consumption and develop effective techniques to improve the quality of our professional life and make it easier to reach our goals. For more details, please call (514) 335-3246.
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In RIVIÈRE-DU-LOUP, training workshop on May 7 2003
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Become Master of your Time:
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this workshop designed for all members of an organisation has for objective to become conscious of our working time consumption and develop effective techniques to improve the quality of our professional life and make it easier to reach our goals. For more details, please call (418) 723-3335.
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In MONTREAL, training workshop on May 6 2003
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*Coaching* Team Success:
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this workshop is conceived for management level of the organisation and provides you with methods to develop your leadership qualities to improve your employees' performance and increase your impact in the management of your working team. For more details, please call (514) 335-3246.
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In RIMOUSKI, training workshop on May 6, 2003
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Hiring the best candidate:
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this workshop aims to provide organisations with an efficent personnel-recruiting method while enabling them to achieve the optimal goal between required abilities and the ideal candidate. For more details, please call (418) 723-3335.
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In MONTREAL, training workshop on Mai 5 2003
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Advanced Credit Analysis:
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the workshop is designed for Credit Agents, Credit Directors, Controllers and Executives, and suggest you tools, sources and effective techniques to obtain and use the essential financial information in the analysis of credit in order to reduce the risks, avoid the losses, protect your claims and prevent fraud. For more details, please call (514) 335-3246.
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In QUEBEC, training workshop on April 24, 2003
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Credit and Collection Management:
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this workshop is designed for Credit Agents and Credit Directors, Tax Inspectors, Controllers, Executives, and helps you master the principles and the basic methods of Credit Management to allow you to develop reliable techniques of analysis and perception. For more details, please call (418) 681-1545.
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In QUEBEC, training workshop on April 23, 2003
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Become Master of your Time:
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this workshop designed for all members of an organisation has for objective to become conscious of our working time consumption and develop effective techniques to improve the quality of our professional life and make it easier to reach our goals. For more details, please call (418) 681-1545.
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In CHICOUTIMI, training workshop on April 17 2003
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Credit and Collection Management:
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this workshop is designed for Credit Agents and Credit Directors, Tax Inspectors, Controllers, Executives, and helps you master the principles and the basic methods of Credit Management to allow you to develop reliable techniques of analysis and perception. For more details, please call (418) 681-1545.
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In CHICOUTIMI, training workshop on April 16 2003
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Avanced Credit Analysis:
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the workshop is designed for Credit Agents and Directors, Controllers and Excutives and suggests you tools, sources and effective techniques to obtain and use the essential financial information in the analysis of credit in order to reduce the risks, avoid the losses, protect your claims and prevent fraud. For more details, please call (418) 681-1545.
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In MONTREAL, training workshop on April 8, 2003
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Advanced Credit Analysis:
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this workshop is designed for Credit Agents, Credit Directors, Tax Inspectors, Controllers, Executives and helps you master the principles and the basic methods of Credit Management to allow you to develop reliable techniques of analysis and perception. For more details, please call (514) 335-3246.
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In MONTREAL, training workshop on April 3, 2003
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Collection from A to Z:
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the workshop is designed for Credit Directors, Collection Agents, Credit Offficers, Controllers, and has for objective to teach the principles, the techniques and use of collection strategies. For more détails, please call (514) 335-3246.
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In QUEBEC, training workshop on April 1, 2003
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Hiring the best candidate:
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this workshop aims to provide organisations with an efficent personnel-recruiting method while enabling them to achieve the optimal goal between required abilities and the ideal candidate. For more details, please call (418) 681-1545.
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In MONTREAL, training workshop on March 25, 2003
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| Published on : (2003-02-11) |
Study of financial statements:
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a practical and interactive exercise by which you will be brought to make the analysis of a real financial balance sheet to increase your return in risk management. For more details, please call (514) 335-3246.
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In QUEBEC, training workshop on March 21, 2003
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*Coaching Plus* Team Success:
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go farther in coaching by using tools and methods more effectively, so allowing to contribute in a significant way to your development and to that of your resources. For more details, please call (418) 681-1545.
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In BAIE-COMEAU, training workshop on March 20 2003
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Collection from A to Z:
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the workshop is designed for Credit Directors, Collection Agents, Credit Officers, Controllers, and has for objective to teach the principles, the techniques and uses of collection strategies. For more details, please call (418) 723-3335.
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In MONTREAL, training workshop on March 20 2003
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Hiring the best candidate:
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this workshop aims to provide organisations with an efficent personnel-recruiting method while enabling them to achieve the optimal goal between required abilities and the ideal candidate. For more details, please call (514) 335-3246.
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In MONTREAL, the training duet on Coaching (in French only)
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*Coaching Plus* Team Sucess on January 31, 2003:
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go farther in coaching by using tools and methods more effectively, so allowing to contribute in a significant way to your development and to that of your resources. For more details, please call (514) 335-3246.
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NEW NEW NEW: ECHOGRAM follow-up by email.
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| Published on : (2002-12-23) |
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You may receive your ECHOGRAM follow-up by email. Call your local Customer Service today:
Montreal/Toronto: (514) 335-3246 #433 or service@groupecho.com,
Quebec/Chicoutimi: (418) 681-1545 #278 or serviceqc@groupecho.com,
Rimouski: (418) 723-3335 or servicerm@groupecho.com,
Halifax: (902) 869-2006 or serviceatlantic@groupecho.com
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NOTICE TO LEGAL PERSONS, ASSOCIATIONS AND OTHER REGISTERED GROUPS
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| Published on : (2002-12-14) |
December 15, 2002 - Deadline for producing 2002 annual declaration (IGIF)
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The Inspecteur général des institutions financières (IGIF) would like to remind you that you are required to produce the 2002 annual declaration no later than than December 15, 2002.
If you have received a pre-printed annual declaration from IGIF, this document must be checked and any necessary modifications made. You must then sign the declaration and return it, along with the required fee, to the IGIF, in the pre-adressed return envelope. In the event that no modifications are necessary to your annual declaration, you may send it electronically via the IGIF Web site (www.igif.gouv.qc.ca). If you have not received your pre-printed annual declaration, contact the IGIF at one of the following numbers:
For information:
Quebec City region: (418) 643-3625
Elsewhere in Quebec: 1 888 291-4443 (toll free)
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In QUEBEC, the Credit Trilogy / Automn, 2002 (in French only)
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Collection from A to Z on December 5, 2002:
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the workshop is designed for Credit Directors, Collection Agents, Credit Officers, Controllers, and has for objective to teach the principles, the techniques and uses of collection strategies. For more details on *The Credit Trilogy*, please call (418) 681-1545.
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INTERPRETATION - BANKRUPTCY
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| Published on : (2002-11-24) |
How can I get information on interpreting bankruptcy laws?
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For questions that deal with the interpretation of the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, contact your local Division Assistant Superintendent of Bankruptcy for more information. Any interpretation of the Act will be particular to each specific case.
A list of local addresses for the Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy can be accessed from the Strategis Web site: www.strategis.ic.gc.ca, english, licences and legislations, bankruptcy, act and rules.
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In CHICOUTIMI, November 19, 2002 (in French only)
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Credit and Collection Management:
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this workshop is designed for Credit Agents, Credit Directors, Tax Inspectors, Controllers, Executives and helps you master the principles and the basic methods of Credit Management to allow you to develop reliable techniques of analysis and perception. For more details, please call (418) 543-3246.
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In QUEBEC, the Credit Trilogy / Automn, 2002 ( in French only)
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Advanced Credit Analysis on November 18, 2002:
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the workshop is designed for Credit Agents, Credit Directors, Controllers and Executives, and suggests you tools, sources and effective techniques to obtain and use the essential financial information in the analysis of credit in order to reduce the risks, avoid the losses, protect your claims and prevent fraud. For more details on *The Credit Trilogy*, please call (418) 681-1545.
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In MONTREAL, the Trilogy on Credit / Automn, 2002 (in French only)
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Collection from A to Z on November 14, 2002:
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the workshop is designed for Credit Directors, Collection Agents, Credit Officers, Controllers, and has for objective to teach the principles, the techniques and uses of collection strategies. For more details on *The Credit Trilogy*, please call (514) 335-3246
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NEW NEW NEW: ECHOGRAM follow-up by email.
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| Published on : (2002-11-01) |
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You may receive your ECHOGRAM follow-up by email. Call your local Customer Service today:
Montreal/Toronto: (514) 335-3246 #433 or service@groupecho.com,
Quebec/Chicoutimi: (418) 681-1545 #278 or serviceqc@groupecho.com,
Rimouski: (418) 723-3335 or servicerm@groupecho.com,
Halifax: (902) 869-2006 or serviceatlantic@groupecho.com
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NEW NEW NEW: ECHOGRAM follow-up by email.
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| Published on : (2002-10-14) |
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You may receive your ECHOGRAM follow-up by email. Call your local Customer Service today:
Montreal/Toronto: (514) 335-3246 #433 or service@groupecho.com,
Quebec/Chicoutimi: (418) 681-1545 #278 or serviceqc@groupecho.com,
Rimouski: (418) 723-3335 or servicerm@groupecho.com,
Halifax: (902) 869-2006 or serviceatlantic@groupecho.com
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THE LEGAL ECHOTHEC GETS A FACELIFT!
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| Published on : (2002-10-08) |
From now on, the weekly bulletin LEGAL ECHOTHEC will be forwarded DAILY by fax or email. Click here to obtain more details.
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In addition to the Construction Legal Hypothec, find 10 other property liens ! Contact your local Customer service without delay to obtain further information: Montreal/Toronto (514) 335-3246 #433 or service@groupecho.com, Quebec/Chicoutimi (418) 681-1545 #278 or serviceqc@groupecho.com, Rimouski (418) 723-3335 or servicerm@groupecho.com, Halifax (902) 869-2006 or serviceatlantic@groupecho.com .
THE LEGAL ECHOTHEC: your strategic ally to build solidly !
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NEW NEW NEW: ECHOGRAM follw-up by email.
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| Published on : (2002-09-12) |
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You may receive your ECHOGRAM follow-up by email. Call your local Customer Service today:
Montreal/Toronto: (514) 335-3246 #433 or service@groupecho.com,
Quebec/Chicoutimi: (418) 681-1545 #278 or serviceqc@groupecho.com,
Rimouski: (418) 723-3335 or servicerm@groupecho.com,
Halifax: (902) 869-2006 or serviceatlantic@groupecho.com
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NEW NEW NEW: ECHOGRAM follow-up by email.
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| Published on : (2002-08-18) |
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You may receive your ECHOGRAM follow-up by email. Call your local Customer Service today:
Montreal/Toronto: (514) 335-3246 #433 or service@groupecho.com,
Quebec/Chicoutimi: (418) 681-1545 #278 or serviceqc@groupecho.com,
Rimouski: (418) 723-3335 or servicerm@groupecho.com,
Halifax: (902) 869-2006 or serviceatlantic@groupecho.com
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NEW NEW NEW: ECHOGRAM follow-up by email.
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| Published on : (2002-06-25) |
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You may receive your ECHOGRAM follow-up by email. Call your local Customer Service today:
Montreal/Toronto: (514) 335-3246 #433 or service@groupecho.com,
Quebec/Chicoutimi: (418) 681-1545 #278 or serviceqc@groupecho.com,
Rimouski: (418) 723-3335 or servicerm@groupecho.com,
Halifax: (902) 869-2006 or serviceatlantic@groupecho.com
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In QUEBEC, the Credit Trilogy / Automn, 2002 (in French only)
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Credit and Collection Management on October 17, 2002:
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this workshop is designed for Credit Agents and Credit Directors, Tax Inspectors, Controllers, Executives, and helps you master the principles and the basic methods of Credit Management to allow you to develop reliable techniques of analysis and perception. For more details on *The Credit Trilogy*, please call (418) 681-1545.
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In QUEBEC, the training duet Coaching (in French only)
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| Published on : (2002-06-13) |
*Coaching Plus* Team Success on October 23, 2002:
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this workshop is conceived for management level of the organization and provides you with methods to develop your leadership qualities to improve your employees' performance and increase your impact in the management of your working team. For more details, please call (418) 681-1545.
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In RIMOUSKI, October 30, 2002 (in French only)
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| Published on : (2002-06-13) |
Collection from A to Z:
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go farther in coaching by using tools and methods more effectively, so allowing to contribute in a significant way to your development and to that of your resources. For more details, please call (418) 723-3335.
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In RIMOUSKI, October 30, 2002 (in French only)
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Collection from A to Z:
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the workshop is designed for Credit Directors, Collection Agents, Credit Officers, Controllers, and has for objective to teach the principles, the techniques and uses of collection strategies. For more details, please call (418) 723-3335.
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In RIVIÈRE-DU-LOUP, October 31,2002 (in French only)
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Collection from A to Z:
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the workshop is designed for Credit Directors, Collection Agents, Credit Officers, Controllers, and has for objective to teach the principles, the techniques and uses of collection strategies. For more details, please call (418) 723-3335.
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In MONTRÉAL, on October 18, 2002 (in French only)
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Become Master of your Time:
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This workshop designed for all members of an organization has for objective to become conscious of our working time consumption and develop effective techniques to improve the quality of our professional life and make it easier to reach our goals. For more details, please call (514) 335-3246.
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In MONTREAL, the Trilogy on Credit / Automn, 2002 (in French only)
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Credit and Collection Management on September 13, 2002:
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this workshop is designed for Credit Agents, Credit Directors, Tax Inspectors, Controllers, Executives and helps you master the principles and the basic methods of Credit Management to allow you to develop reliable techniques of analysis and perception. For more details, please call (514) 335-3246.
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In MONTREAL, the Trilogy on Credit / Automn, 2002 (in French only)
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Advanced Credit Analysis on October 10, 2002:
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the workshop is designed for Credit Agents, Credit Directors, Controllers and Executives, and suggests you tools, sources and effective techniques to obtain and use the essential financial information in the analysis of credit in order to reduce the risks, avoid the losses, protect your claims and prevent fraud. For more details, please call (514) 335-3246.
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In MONTREAL, the training duet on Coaching (in French only)
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| Published on : (2002-06-13) |
*Coaching* Team Sucess on September 30, 2002 :
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this workshop is conceived for management level of the organization and provides you with methods to develop your leadership qualities to improve your employees' performance and increase your impact in the management of your working team. For more details, please call (514) 335-3246.
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March 20th 2002 L'EMBAUCHE DU CANDIDAT IDÉAL (in Montreal, in French only)
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| Published on : (2002-02-18) |
How to find and keep the perfect gem. Contact Écho Éducation at (514) 335-3246/(800) 363-2809 extension 442 to register.
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Maximize your performance in the time spent for the selection of the ideal candidate with better preparation, analysis and techniques which will enable you to meet the objectives of the company efficiently.
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Bank of Montreal launches life insurance unit
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| Published on : (2002-02-14) |
Toronto - Bank of Montreal entered the life of insurance market on february 11th with the launch of BMO Life Insurance Company. The move makes the bank the first in Canada to own a life insurance firm.
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"Insurance is a profitable line of business for the bank," said Gordon Henderson, President and CEO of BMO Life. " By offering new insurance products to customers, BMO Life will expand the bank's opportunities to generate new profitable revenue."
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Salutations to our canadian athletes in Salt Lake City
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| Published on : (2002-02-11) |
The Echo Group wishes the best of luck to the Canadian Olympic Team for the Winter Olympic Games 2002 of Salt Lake City.
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Bankruptcies tumbled in December from November
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| Published on : (2002-02-08) |
Both consumer and business bankruptcies tumbled in December from November, Industry Canada reported.
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A total 5595 individuals and 748 businesses declared bankruptcy in December compared with 7167 individuals and 921 businesses in November. However, the combined total for 2001 was higher at 89 858 compared with 85 192 for 2000.
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Polycredit nomination (Montreal)
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| Published on : (2002-01-14) |
The Echo Group is proud to announce the nomination of Michel Fortier as the new Director of Polycredit Collection Agency.
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After twelve (12) years spent within the Echo Group, his knowledge, his tremendous sense of reliability and responsibility will be a sure asset. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding accounts in collection (Montreal office), you are welcome to call him at ext. 466. Congratulations Michel !
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Credit Institute of Canada, Atlantic Chapter
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| Published on : (2001-11-09) |
There will be a Credit and Collection Seminar and Awards Banquet on November 22nd & 23rd at the Hotel Moncton, in Moncton (New-Brunswick). For additional information please call David Williams at (506) 858-6120.
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Bankruptcies have decreased in number in September 2001
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| Published on : (2001-11-02) |
Source: Canadian Press. There were less personal and commercial bankruptcies in September 2001 then in August 2001.
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According to Industry Canada, 6261 individuals and 659 enterprises have declared bankruptcy in September. In August, 6707 persons and 762 businesses had done the same.
But, since the beginning of the year 2001, the total amount of bankruptcies is higher than the same period of last year , 66741 filed bankruptcies in 2001 for 64763 in 2000 (for the same period from january to september).
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New interactive site www.groupecho.com
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| Published on : (2001-10-30) |
Contact your local Customer service to obtain your user code.
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Our interactive site allows you to instantly consult the required services:
- Commercial and consumer inquiries
- Manage your Echogram list
- Read the Court House Echo
- Consult the databases.
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THE ECHO GROUP is now your link with the RPPMR.
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| Published on : (2000-09-01) |
The Echo Group becomes your link and provides you with the best personalised service on the market, for your lien's consultations and registrations.
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With the reform of the Civil Code of Quebec, that province is now equipped with a central database for movable hypothecs and reservations of ownership, obliging ALL companies to publish their rights in that database.
To learn more about it, visit our ECHOlien section.
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THE ECHO GROUP INTRODUCES ECHOFOLIO, a unique product on the market!
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| Published on : (2000-05-01) |
In one quick look, you will see ALL the procedures of a specific legal action.
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The Echo Group introduces ECHOfolio, a complete tool detailling ALL the parties involved in a legal action: the plaintiffs, the defendant, the third parties and their respective lawyers.
For more details, visit our ECHOfolio section.
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THE ECHO GROUP's public records now gives you more complete information.
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| Published on : (2000-04-01) |
Besides being aware of the legal actions registered against YOUR customers, Public Records Plus now informs you on the legal actions that YOUR customer register.
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The new Public Records Plus will give you more for your money. Be aware of writs, seizures, judgments, bankruptcy proposals (and many others) registered in all Quebec and Atlantic Provinces judicial districts. Since our system is phonetic, the exact spelling of your customer's name is not required.
You need to obtain updated legal history (for the past 5 years) of a company in Quebec or Atlantic Provinces in which you have a specific interest ?
Visit our ECHOcredit section.
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