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IIROC: Halt; EMC Metals Corp.

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:17:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 23, 2009) - The following issue(s) have been halted today: /T/ Company: EMC Metals Corp. TSX Symbol: EMC, EMC.WT Reason: Pending News Halt Time (ET): 2:04 /T/

PPJ Enterprise Announces Disclosure of Current Financial Information With OTCIQ

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:04:00 EST

RENO, NV--(Marketwire - November 23, 2009) - PPJ Enterprise (PPJ, the Company) (PINKSHEETS: PPJE), a leader in proprietary automated health care reimbursement cycle (all specialties), online health information digital systems and practice information management digital system software for health care providers and general businesses worldwide, has announced today that it has updated its financial information with OTCIQ. Interested investors now can view PPJE current financial information on www.pinksheets.com/filings.

Mercantile Bancorp Announces Third Quarter Earnings and Strategic Developments

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:19:00 EST

QUINCY, IL--(Marketwire - November 23, 2009) - Mercantile Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE Amex: MBR)

--  Steps Announced to Reduce Debt, Fortify Capital Structure
--  Company to Execute a Debt Exchange for Missouri Bank
--  Reaches Definitive Agreement to Sell Two Illinois Banks

Mercantile Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE Amex: MBR) today reported an unaudited net loss of $1.4 million or $(.16) per share for the quarter ended September 30, 2009, compared with a net loss of $1.7 million or $(0.19) per share for the third quarter 2008. The Company reported $1.69 billion of total assets at September 30, 2009, compared with $1.77 billion at December 31, 2008 and $1.75 billion at September 30, 2008. Total loans, net of allowance for loan losses, stood at $1.25 billion at September 30, 2009, compared with $1.32 billion at year-end 2008 and $1.27 billion at S

IIROC: Resume, Cordy Oilfield Services Inc.

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:28:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 23, 2009) - The following issue(s) will resume trading on the TSXV today: /T/ Company / Compagnie: Cordy Oilfield Services Inc. TSX-V Symbol / Symbole: CKK Resumption / Reprise: 9:30 e.t. /T/

Exceed Company Ltd. Announces Intent to Offer Program for Early Cashless Exercise of Warrants Through Ordinary Share Exchange

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST

BEIJING--(Marketwire - November 23, 2009) - Exceed Company Ltd. ("Exceed" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: EDS), announced today that the Company intends to offer the holders of all 10,890,000 outstanding warrants (the "Warrants") the opportunity, for a limited time, to acquire ordinary shares of the Company (the "Ordinary Shares") through warrant for share exchange. Exceed intends to modify the terms of the Warrants to permit, instead of paying the purchase price of $5.25 in cash, the exchange of 3.96 Warrants for one Ordinary Share. The exchange ratio was determined by the board of directors of Exceed based on the ratio of the actual average daily closing prices of the Ordinary Shares and Warrants on NASDAQ for the period of November 9, 2009 to November 13, 2009.

Biennial Employee Fraud Research by Actimize, a NICE Company, Finds Increasing Magnitude of Employee Fraud

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - November 23, 2009) -

--  Full-time Employees Riskiest
--  Employee Fraud Problem Increasing Due to Slowing Economy
--  Seventy-Two Percent of Respondents Concerned with Employee Sabotage
--  Financial Distress Cited  as Top Contributor to Employee Fraud
--  84 percent say industry is likely to experience a rogue trading loss
    of over  $100 million in the next year

Actimize, a NICE Systems company and the largest and broadest financial crime, compliance and risk management solutions provider to the financial services industry, today announced the results of its biennial research measuring employee fraud within financial institutions. Eighty-two percent of those surveyed, approximately a quarter more than in 2007, see the threat of employee fraud growing and 78 percent see the employee fraud problem increasing due to the slower economy.

MIND CTI Announces Record Date and Payment Date of Cash Dividend of 80 Cents per Share

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:59:00 EST

TASE Delisting Date Announced

Richwood Eco Ventures, Inc. Receives Order for Lumber to Be Exported

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:31:00 EST

DOYLESTOWN, PA--(Marketwire - November 23, 2009) - Richwood Eco Ventures, a subsidiary of Accredited Business Consolidators Corp., trading as Italian Oven, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: IOVE) announced today that it received a commitment for between 310,000 and 600,000 Euros of precut lumber to be exported from Nicaragua over the next six months for home construction. It also received a small order from the same client for finish trim lumber. The client has asked that their identity remain confidential as they are reselling the wood to another customer.

IIROC: Resumption; Cossette Inc.

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:26:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 23, 2009) - /T/ Company: Cossette Inc. TSX Symbol: KOS Resumption: Opening, Monday, November 23, 2009 /T/

Constitution Mining Closes $4,875,000 Financing

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:12:00 EST

LIMA, PERU--(Marketwire - November 23, 2009) -

Constitution Mining Closes $4,875,000 Financing

Lima, Peru - November 23, 2009 - Constitution Mining Corp. (CMIN.OB) announces the closing of a simultaneous Regulation D (USA) and Regulation S (International) financing for a combined total of US$4,875,000. The Regulation D portion of this financing was brokered by R.F. Lafferty & Co., Inc. of New York City.

This private placement consisted of 7,500,000 units at a price of $0.65 per unit for total gross receipts of $4,875,000 before related fees and expenses. Each unit is comprised of one share of common stock and one common stock purchase warrant. Each warrant is exercisable to purchase one share of common stock commencing six months after its date of issuance and terminating one year from the closing date of the offering at a price of $1.00 per share.

IIROC: Halt; Copper Mesa Mining Corp

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 07:53:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 23, 2009) - The following issue(s) have been halted today: /T/ Company: Copper Mesa Mining Corp TSX Symbol: CUX Reason: CTO Halt Time (ET): 7:40am ET /T/

Lending Stream, a Payday Loans Company, Promises 'Healthier Wallets With Easier Debt' This Holiday Season

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

EDGWARE, UNITED KINGDOM--(Marketwire - Nov. 23, 2009) - It is that time of the year when people have a lot of shopping to do - purchase gifts, plan vacations, and bring in the New Year in style. To help them address these expenses, whilst ensuring that they don't run up substantial debts, this payday lender offers short-term Payday Loans with easy repayment schemes.

Typically, when people take a Payday Loan, they are expected to repay the amount along with the interest fee on their next pay date. The 30-day repayment window can sometimes be inconvenient for those with tighter budgets, often leaving their finances strained when a Payday Loan is actually expected to help them out. With these considerations in mind, Lending Stream has designed a flexible, instant cash product that allows its customers to borrow and repay at their own convenience.

Beverage Plus Announces Its NASCAR Stock Car Sponsorships at Homestead-Miami Speedway

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 11:25:00 EST

LAS VEGAS, NV--(Marketwire - November 21, 2009) - Beverage Plus Holdings Corporation (PINKSHEETS: CLNP) and FCBBI AG (FRANKFURT: 3FC.de), jointly announce the sponsorship by Beverage Plus and the MC2 Energy Drink of several important motorsport sponsorships this weekend at the Homestead-Miami Speedway.

Appearing in the NASCAR Nationwide Series are MC2 sponsored stock cars No. 84 Dodge driven by Jennifer Jo Cobb, No. 37 Ford driven by Kevin Hamlin, No. 27 Ford driven by Jason Keller, and the No. 01 Chevy driven by Michael Wallace. In addition, MC2 sponsored the No. 05 Dodge driven by Mike Harmon in the Camping World Truck Series this weekend. Beverage Plus was a primary and associate sponsor with these various teams. Among all three NASCAR series races this weekend, this is the only team racing with a female driver. In addition, the Mike Ha

TSX Venture Exchange Closing Summary for November 20, 2009

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:07:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 20, 2009) - The following report is available on tsx.com at the following web page: http://www.tsx.com/en/news_events/media_kit.html Trading was very heavy on a volume of 254.3 million shares worth 137.3 million dollars. There were 446 advances, 346 declines and 548 issues unchanged. The S&P/TSX Venture Composite Index closed up 7.12 at 1408.06 /T/ Most Active Issues by Volume Volume Name Symbol Close Change

Franklin Templeton Limited Duration Income Trust Declares Monthly Dividend

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:57:00 EST

SAN MATEO, CA--(Marketwire - November 20, 2009) - �Franklin Templeton Limited Duration Income Trust (NYSE Amex: FTF), a closed-end investment company managed by Franklin Advisers, Inc., announced today a dividend of $0.076 per share, payable December 15, 2009, to shareholders of record on November 30, 2009 (Ex-Dividend Date: November 25, 2009).�

Based on the Fund's net asset value (NAV) of $12.96�at the close of the market on November 19, 2009, the Fund's dividend represents an annualized yield at NAV of 7.04%.�At the Fund's market price of $11.27�at the close of the NYSE Amex on November 19, 2009, the Fund's dividend represents an annualized market yield of 8.09%.

Franklin Universal Trust Declares Monthly Dividend

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:52:00 EST

SAN MATEO, CA--(Marketwire - November 20, 2009) - �Franklin Universal Trust (NYSE: FT), a closed-end investment company managed by Franklin Advisers, Inc., announced today a dividend of $0.038 per share, payable December 15, 2009, to shareholders of record on November 30, 2009 (Ex-Dividend Date: November 25, 2009).

Franklin Advisers, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Franklin Resources, Inc. (NYSE: BEN), a global investment management organization operating as Franklin Templeton Investments.�Franklin Templeton Investments provides global and domestic investment management solutions managed by its Franklin, Templeton, Mutual Series, Fiduciary Trust, Darby and Bissett investment teams.�The San Mateo, CA-based company has more than 60 years of investment experience and over $523 billion in assets under management as of October 31, 20

Chudleigh Ventures Inc. Announces Increase of its Private Placement to $6.1-$8.5 Million

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:50:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 20, 2009) - Chudleigh Ventures Inc. ("Chudleigh") (TSX VENTURE:CLV.P), a Capital Pool Company, is pleased to announce it will increase the size of its previously announced private placement that will close concurrently with its Qualifying Transaction. Chudleigh now intends to offer (the "Offering") a minimum of 24.4 million units and a maximum of 34 million units, at a subscription price of $0.25 per unit, for gross proceeds of between $6.1 million and $8.5 million. Each unit will consist of one common share and � warrant, each whole warrant entitling the holder to acquire one additional common share at a purchase price of $0.40 for a 24 month period.

Chudleigh had previously announced on November 7, 2008 and September 29, 2008 the terms of its Qualifying Transaction (as that term is d

TSX Venture Exchange Daily Bulletins for November 20, 2009

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:48:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 20, 2009) - /T/ TSX VENTURE COMPANIES AIM HEALTH GROUP INC. ("AHG") BULLETIN TYPE: Private Placement-Brokered, Convertible Debenture/s BULLETIN DATE: November 20, 2009 TSX Venture Tier 2 Company TSX Venture Exchange has accepted for filing documentation with respect to a Brokered Private Placement announced September 18, 2009: Convertible Debenture: $3,500,000 Conversion Price: Convertible into common share at

IIROC: Halt; Cossette Inc.

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:30:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 20, 2009) - /T/ Company: Cossette Inc. TSX Symbol: KOS Reason: Pending News Halt Time (ET): 16:16pm /T/

IIROC: Resume, CASSIUS VENTURES LTD.

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:27:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 20, 2009) - The following issue(s) will resume trading on the TSXV: /T/ Company: CASSIUS VENTURES LTD. TSXV Symbol: CZ.P Resumption Time: November 23, 2009 9:30AM EDT /T/

Sentry Select Primary Metals Corp. Announces Completion of Strategic Review Process

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:25:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 20, 2009) - Sentry Select Primary Metals Corp. (the "Corporation") (TSX:PME), is pleased to announce the results of its review of strategic alternatives for the Corporation. The Corporation's special committee (the "Special Committee"), comprised of the independent members of the Corporation's Board of Directors (the "Board"), has recommended, and the Board has subsequently approved, that the approval of the shareholders of the Corporation be sought to restructure the Corporation as follows:

Brookfield Renewable Power Announces Long-Term Power Sales Contract With Ontario Power Authority

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:19:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 20, 2009) - Pursuant to the Ontario Power Authority's ("OPA") Hydroelectric Contract Initiative, Brookfield Renewable Power Inc., ("BRPI") today announced that it has entered into a 20-year contract with the OPA to sell it all of the output from 16 of BRPI's Ontario hydro facilities. The facilities comprise 837 megawatts of capacity and generate on average approximately 2,300 gigawatt hours of electricity annually.

Bridge Bank Provides Construction Financing of Custom Luxury Homes in Atherton, California

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:30:00 EST

SAN JOSE, CA--(Marketwire - November 20, 2009) - Bridge Capital Holdings (NASDAQ: BBNK), whose subsidiary is Bridge Bank, National Association, a full-service business bank headquartered in Silicon Valley, announced today it has provided construction financing to two local premier developers for the construction of custom luxury homes in Atherton, California.

Jeff Wise of Wise Building Company and Oskar Kalbali of KAL Construction have each been in business for more than 10 years and clients of the Bank for multiple projects. Bridge Bank provided financing for the construction of the speculative project homes that recently sold at the high end of the market in the exclusive area of Atherton, CA. The Wall Street Journal recognized these developers in an article earlier this month, which attest that both of these developers have successfully created a niche in the development of luxury, custom homes that are sought

Princeton National Bancorp, Inc. & Citizens First National Bank Appoint Thomas D. Ogaard President & CEO

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:00:00 EST

PRINCETON, IL--(Marketwire - November 20, 2009) - Princeton National Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: PNBC), the holding company of Citizens First National Bank today announced the appointment of Thomas D. Ogaard as President & CEO effective February 2, 2010. Ogaard joined the Company in August of 2009 and is currently serving on the Board of Directors of both Princeton National Bancorp, Inc. and Citizens First National Bank. Ogaard has an extensive background with both regional and community banks in the Midwest.

Glenborough's Boyle Tapped as BOMA California Officer and NAIOP Board Member

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:00:00 EST

SAN MATEO, CA--(Marketwire - November 20, 2009) - Glenborough, LLC, a San Mateo, CA real estate investment and management company specializing in office properties, is pleased to announce that Executive Vice President Sandra L. Boyle has been elected by her peers to serve as Treasurer of the Building Owners and Managers Associations of California for 2010 and has also been appointed to the Corporate Board of Directors of NAIOP, the Commercial Real Estate Development Association, in Washington, D.C. for a two-year term.

IIROC: Halt, Cordy Oildfield Services Inc.

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:39:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 20, 2009) - The following issue(s) have been halted on the TSXV today: /T/ Company / Compagnie: Cordy Oildfield Services Inc. TSXV Symbo l/ Symbole: CKK - V Reason / Motif: Company request pending news Halt Time / Heure de l'Arret: At the open /T/

iShares S&P India Nifty 50 Index Fund Starts Trading Today

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:35:00 EST

SAN FRANCISCO, CA--(Marketwire - November 20, 2009) - Barclays Global Investors, N.A. (BGI), the world's largest Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) provider(1), announced today that the iShares S&P India Nifty 50 Index Fund (NASDAQ: INDY) began trading today. The new iShares Fund is designed to track the S&P CNX Nifty Index that represents the 50 largest and most liquid Indian securities listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India. iShares offers investors the widest selection of emerging market ETFs with 18 regional and single country emerging market funds, including the iShares S&P India Nifty 50 Index Fund. As of October 31, 2009, 30% of iShares total net asset flows or US$9.8 Billion has gone into emerging market and single emerging countries.(2)

IIROC: Halt, Range Capital Corp.

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:30:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 20, 2009) - The following issue(s) have been halted on the TSXV today: /T/ Company / Compagnie: Range Capital Corp. TSXV Symbol / Symbole: RCC.P - V Reason / Motif: Company request pending news Halt Time / Heure de l'Arret: At the open /T/

IIROC: Resumption; GLG Life Tech Corporation

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:26:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 20, 2009) - /T/ Company / Compagnie: GLG Life Tech Corporation TSX Symbol / Symbole: GLG Resumption / Reprise: 10:00am ET /T/

Onex Credit Partners Closes Initial Public Offering for the OCP Credit Strategy Fund at $200 Million

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:46:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 20, 2009) - NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWS WIRE SERVICES OR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES Onex Credit Partners, LLC is pleased to announce that OCP Credit Strategy Fund (the "Fund") has completed an initial public offering of 20,000,000 units at $10 per unit, for gross proceeds of $200 million. The units are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol OCS.UN. The Fund will seek to achieve the following objectives: (i) to maximize total returns for holders of units ("Unitholders"); (ii) to provide Unitholders with attractive, quarterly, tax-advantaged distributions, initially targeted to be $0.70 per annum, representing an annual yield of 7% based on the original issue price of $10.00 per unit; and (iii) to preserve capital. It is expected that quarterly distributions received by Unitholders will consist primarily of returns of capital for tax purposes.

IIROC: Halt; GLG Life Tech Corporation

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:40:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 20, 2009) - /T/ Company: GLG Life Tech Corporation TSX Symbol: GLG Reason: Pending News Halt Time (ET): 8:29am ET /T/

Accredited Business Consolidators Corp. Addresses Shareholder Inquiries and Extends Share Issuance Moratorium

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:31:00 EST

DOYLESTOWN, PA--(Marketwire - November 20, 2009) - Accredited Business Consolidators Corp., trading as Italian Oven, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: IOVE) today issued the following response to certain shareholder inquiries and extends its share issuance moratorium until June 30, 2009.

Management's policy regarding the issuance of shares is that, until the Company's subsidiaries are fully operational and reporting, it does not plan to sell shares of IOVE. For this reason, IOVE entered into a share issuance moratorium that prohibits management from approving any new shares. In addition, IOVE reduced its authorized common stock to 450,000,000 despite having 436,399,500 shares issued and outstanding. At a meeting on November 18, 2009, IOVE extended the share issuance moratorium until June 30, 2009.

Softchoice Corporation to Raise $17,437,500 Through Bought Deal Public Share Financing

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:05:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 20, 2009) - NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWS WIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES Softchoice Corporation (TSX:SO) announced today that it has entered into a binding bought deal agreement with a syndicate of underwriters co-led by GMP Securities L.P. and Cormark Securities Inc. and including Paradigm Capital Inc. and Raymond James Ltd., pursuant to which the underwriters have agreed to purchase 2,250,000 common shares (the "Shares") at a price of C$7.75 per Share for gross proceeds to the Company of C$17,437,500.

Northampton Reports Six-Month Results

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 20, 2009) -�Northampton Group Inc. (TSX VENTURE:NHG)(TSX VENTURE:NHG.DB), an integrated Canadian hotelier, today reported its financial results for fiscal 2010's second quarter and six months ended September 30, 2009. The second quarter showed a quarter-over-quarter sales decline of 15.5%; the six-month period saw a decline of 16.7%, in an environment where both domestic travel and US overnight travel have contracted and price cutting is rampant (PKF Consulting).

Brookfield Asset Management and Brookfield Infrastructure Partners Completes Recapitalization of Babcock & Brown Infrastructure

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

TORONTO and HAMILTON, BERMUDA--(Marketwire - November 20, 2009) - Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (NYSE: BAM) (TSX: BAM.A) (Euronext: BAMA) and Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (NYSE: BIP) (TSX: BIP.UN) ("Brookfield Infrastructure"(1) together with Brookfield Asset Management Inc., "Brookfield") today announced the completion of the recapitalization of Babcock & Brown Infrastructure (ASX: BBI) ("BBI"). Concurrently with the closing, BBI was renamed Prime Infrastructure.

Broadridge CEO to Present at JP Morgan's SMid Cap Conference

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:30:00 EST

Richard J. Daly to Speak on December 2, 2009

HE-5 Resources Corp. Announces the Release of TBBF.TV ("Trading Barter Bank Finance") Beta Module Scheduled for 5:00pm Eastern Time Today

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

NEW-YORK CITY, NEW-YORK--(Marketwire - Nov. 20, 2009) - HE-5 Resources, Corp. (PINK SHEETS:HRRN), announced today the release of TBBN.TV (Trading Barter Bank Finance) Beta module scheduled for today 5:00pm Eastern Time. The Company has officially initiated last week the countdown for the marketing and development operation of the "Trading Barter Bank" platform. The comprehensive software suite includes a multi-functional array of modules interacting together, enabling the user to build his business trading environment, in a large community of business people.

American Riviera Bank Takes Key Steps Toward Profitable Future

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:40:00 EST

SANTA BARBARA, CA--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - American Riviera Bank (OTCBB: ARBV) announced today that it would take dramatic, yet conservative, steps to place the Bank in the best possible position to report solid earnings moving forward.

Jeff DeVine, President and Chief Executive Officer stated, "We are confident and hopeful that with the changes made to bolster our loan reserve discussed below that we will return to profitability in the fourth quarter of 2009 and have continued positive performance in 2010. We realize that economic stress still exists in our market area, but we remain well capitalized and the economic stress has created opportunities to add many new relationship clients and build market share."

BancVue Ranked Number One on Austin Business Journal's Fast 50 List

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:24:00 EST

Partnership Approach Pushes Six-Year Old Firm to Top of Its Category

Find Low Rates: Informa Research Services Says Look Online to Find Mortgage Rates Below National Average

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:08:00 EST

CALABASAS, CA--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - This week, mortgage rates have taken an unexpected dip with the national average APR on a 30-year fixed $200,000 loan dropping to just 5.08%, down more than a point from 6.15% a year ago according to Informa Research Services' Interest Rate Review. Informa Research Services suggests consumers seeking the lowest rates in their area use online rate tables (http://www.erate.com/).

Online resources, such as ERATE (http://www.erate.com), provide consumers a fast, easy way to compare available loan offers in their area. In addition, many of the lenders who populate these tables, while lesser known, frequently offer rates lower than their larger counterparts. Over 75% of the lenders on ERATE's California 30-year fixed mortgage rate table offered rates below the low current national average. Furthermore, over 80% of the products on this table had APRs below the c

Canadian National Stock Exchange: New Listing-Freeport Capital Inc. (FAS)

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:23:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - Bulletin 2009- 01121 The common shares of Freeport Capital Inc. have been approved for listing on CNSX. The Company has 10,125,000 common shares outstanding with a public float of approximately 4.6 million shares. Freeport Capital, through its wholly owned subsidiary First Equity, is the proprietor new Internet technologies that make Point-of-Sale and online payments cheaper and more cost effective than existing solutions. Freeport intends to pursue opportunities in transaction processing for small and home-based retailers.

Agria Intends to Participate in PGG Wrightson's Rights Issue and Purchase Convertible Redeemable Notes

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:23:00 EST

BEIJING--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - Agria Corporation (NYSE: GRO) (the "Company" or "Agria"), today announced its intention to participate in PGG Wrightson's (NZX ticker PGW) fully underwritten pro rata renounceable rights issue.

PGG Wrightson announced today its intention to raise NZ$180.7 million through a fully underwritten pro rata renounceable rights issue. PGG Wrightson's shareholders will be entitled to subscribe for nine new shares for every eight shares held by such shareholders on the record date of November 26, 2009. The issue price for the new shares is NZ$0.45 per share. A Simplified Disclosure Prospectus for the issue has been registered by PGG Wrightson with the New Zealand Companies Office and is available on its company's website www.pggwrightson.co.nz. Copies of the prospectus will be mailed to eligible PGG Wrightson shareholders from November 27, 2

IIROC: Resume, 99 Capital Corporation, Gold Jubilee Capital Corp. and New Horizon Uranium Corporation

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:17:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - The following issue(s) will resume trading on the TSXV: /T/ Company: 99 CAPITAL CORPORATION formerly 99 Capital Corporation TSXV Symbol: WDG formerly 'WDG.P' Resumption Time: November 20, 2009 9:30AM EDT Company: GOLD JUBILEE CAPITAL CORP. TSXV Symbol: GJB.P Resumption Time: November 20, 2009 9:30AM EDT

Oil Sands Split Trust (TSX: OST.UN and OST.PR.A) Announces Distribution Increase for Third Quarter 2009

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:07:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - Oil Sands Split Trust (the "Trust") (TSX:OST.UN)(TSX:OST.PR.A) is pleased to announce a quarterly distribution of $1.15 per Capital Unit, payable on December 15, 2009 to unitholders of record on November 30, 2009. The distribution of $1.15 per Capital Unit represents a $0.90 increase from the previous quarter. A quarterly interest payment of $0.36125 per Preferred Security will be paid on December 15, 2009 to securityholders of record on December 4, 2009.

Canadian National Stock Exchange-Name Change-Chava Resources Ltd. (CHA)

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:51:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - Bulletin 2009- 01120 Chava Resources Inc. has announced that it will be changing its name to Minaurum Gold Inc effective November 20, 2009. Please note that the CUSIP and symbol will also change. Listing and disclosure documents for Minaurum Gold are available in the CNSX Listings Disclosure Hall. Effective Date: Friday, November 20th, 2009 New Symbol: MGG NEW CUSIP: 60252Q 10 1 NEW ISIN: CA 60252Q 10 1 9 If you have any questions or require further information please contact Radhika at (416) 572-2000 X 2435 or E-mail: radhika.ramkarran@cnsx.ca

EnerVest FTS Limited Partnership 2009 Announces Closing of Flow-Through Offering

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:49:00 EST

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. EnerVest FTS Limited Partnership 2009 (the "Partnership") is pleased to announce the closing of its initial public offering on November 19, 2009. The total number of limited partnership units issued under the closing was 124,300 at $25.00 per unit, resulting in gross proceeds raised for the Partnership of $3,107,500. The Partnership units were offered for sale to the public in all of the provinces of Canada. The 2009 offering is the fifteenth consecutive year in which EnerVest has offered a flow-through limited partnership.

TSX Venture Exchange Closing Summary for November 19, 2009

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:47:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - The following report is available on tsx.com at the following web page: http://www.tsx.com/en/news_events/media_kit.html TSX Venture Exchange Closing Summary for November 19, 2009 Trading was very heavy on a volume of 245.0 million shares worth 124.9 million dollars. There were 340 advances, 441 declines and 578 issues unchanged. The S&P/TSX Venture Composite Index closed up 6.88 at 1400.94 /T/ Most Active Issues by Volume

Brascan SoundVest Funds Announce Monthly Distributions

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:35:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - Brascan SoundVest Funds (TSX:BSI.UN)(TSX:BST.UN)(TSX:BSD.UN)(TSX:BSD.PR.A)(TSX:BSF.UN) today announced monthly distributions and quarterly preferred interest payment for the following funds:

Fund

Ticker (TSX)

Distribution (per unit)

Le Fonds de revenu Benvest New Look annonce la distribution mensuelle pour novembre 2009

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:16:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - 19 nov. 2009) - Le Fonds de revenu Benvest New Look (TSX:BCI.UN) (le "Fonds") a annonc� aujourd'hui qu'une distribution en esp�ces de 0,0542 $ par part a �t� d�clar�e pour la p�riode du 1er au 30 novembre 2009. Cette distribution sera effectu�e aux porteurs de parts inscrits � la fermeture des bureaux le 30 novembre 2009 et sera vers�e le 18 d�cembre 2009. La distribution de 0,0542 $ par part inclut aux fins de l'imp�t une portion de 0,02 $ � titre de "dividende autre qu'un dividende d�termin�", la diff�rence �tant trait�e comme "autre revenu".

Benvest New Look Income Fund Announces Monthly Distribution for November 2009

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:15:00 EST

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - Benvest New Look Income Fund (TSX:BCI.UN) (the "Fund") today announced that a cash distribution of $0.0542 per unit has been declared for the period of November 1st through November 30th, 2009. The distribution will be paid on December 18th, 2009 to unitholders of record at the close of business on November 30th, 2009. The distribution of $0.0542 per unit includes for tax purposes a portion of $0.02 as "dividend other than eligible dividend", the difference being "other income".

86% Profitable Trades Keep Galtstock.com Subscribers Taking Gains

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:00:00 EST

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The Options Clearing Corporation Announces November Test Results Show Increasing OSI Readiness

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:38:00 EST

CHICAGO, IL--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) announced today that the second round of testing for the Options Symbology Initiative (OSI) concluded successfully and the industry is on track with preparations for next year's changes.

Two more rounds of mandated Scripted Industry Testing (SIT) are scheduled for December and January prior to the February 12, 2010 final conversion date when the industry must be OSI compliant.

While the first two rounds of testing simulated the February 12, 2010 switch to the new OSI key, the November 14, 2009 SIT simulated the consolidation process that will take place between March and May of 2010. Participants in the second round of testing included 73 clearing members, seven exchanges, four service bureaus, OPRA and several price vendors. The number of clearing members that participated in the test represent approximately 91% of the year to date cleared options volume. Additionally, over 12,700 trades

Richmond Fed Publication Examines Quality of Life

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:37:00 EST

RICHMOND, VA--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - Economists and policymakers often use average income as a way to gauge a country's "standard of living." But should policymakers use other measures -- including health, education, and even aggregate happiness -- when making economic policy? The cover story of the latest issue of Region Focus looks at how recent economic research can help us better understand quality of life.

Sitestar Relisted on OTCBB for Active Trading as "SYTE"

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:18:00 EST

LYNCHBURG, VA--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - Sitestar Corporation (OTCBB: SYTE), a provider of residential, business and wholesale Internet access, web hosting and value-added products and services, announced today that its Common Stock has been relisted for trading on the Over The Counter Bulletin Board (OTCBB) under the symbol SYTE.OB. The Company expects to return its full focus and energies to growing and diversifying its customer base and revenue stream.

American Realty Advisors(SM) Earns LEED Certification for Premier Chicago Office Building

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:04:00 EST

GLENDALE, CA--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - American Realty Advisors announced today that 150 North Wacker Drive, a 31-story 243,616 square foot office building located in the prestigious West Loop submarket of Chicago, has earned the internationally recognized LEED for Existing Buildings Certification: Operations & Maintenance (LEED EB: O&M). American owns the Property on behalf of one of its institutional commingled funds.

American is committed to promoting green initiatives throughout its portfolios, already earning the ENERGY STAR� label for this building for the past three years. Since the acquisition of 150 North Wacker Drive in 2007, American and the Property's management team have worked tirelessly to implement proactive initiatives aimed at improving the building's energy efficiency. In order to achieve the LEED EB: O&M Certification, the building had to pass a rigorous rating system, set forth by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), based

Stanford Social Innovation Review Launches New Webinar Series Powered by TalkPoint

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:30:00 EST

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - TalkPoint, the leading provider of Webcasting and Internet Broadcasting, and Stanford Social Innovation Review, the preeminent quarterly journal for executives at nonprofits, foundations, and socially responsible businesses, today announced that TalkPoint will power SSIR Live!, a new webinar series covering important topics appearing in recent issues of Stanford Social Innovation Review.

"Stanford Social Innovation Review identifies successful strategies and ideas and publishes this information for leaders at nonprofits, foundations, and socially responsible businesses. As an engaging presentation tool, TalkPoint provides the perfect technology for online distribution and is excited to partner with such an important resource," said Nicholas Balletta, CEO of TalkPoint.

Avenir Diversified Income Trust Confirms November Distribution

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:15:00 EST

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - Avenir Diversified Income Trust (the "Trust" or "Avenir Trust") (TSX:AVF.UN) is pleased to announce its November distribution. The cash distribution will be $0.06 per Trust Unit, which is consistent with the previous monthly distribution. The distribution will be paid on December 15, 2009, to unitholders of record on November 30, 2009. The ex-distribution date is November 26, 2009.

Forward-Looking Statements: Certain information set forth in this press release, including a discussion of future plans and operations, contains forward looking statements that involve substantial known and unknown risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, some of which are beyond management's control, including but not limited to, the impact of general economic conditions, industry conditions,

Intelligent Living Signs Letter of Intent With North American Indian Charter of Shipping and Trade, Inc. to Supply First Nations Housing

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:12:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BC--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - Intelligent Living Corp. ("ILVC") (OTCBB: ILVC), a leading automation and technology solutions provider, utilizing green building practices, is pleased to announce that it has signed a letter of intent (LOI) with North American Indian Charter of Shipping and Trade, Inc. ("NAICST") to develop a definitive agreement defining terms under which NAICST would acquire an equity interest in ILVC based on a business plan to design, produce and deliver 300 units of First Nations reserve housing per year.

IIROC: Resume, Fire River Gold Corp.

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:51:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - The following issue(s) will resume trading on the TSXV today: /T/ Company / Compagnie : Fire River Gold Corp. TSXV Symbol / Symbole: FAU Resumption Time / Reprise: 12:30 ET /T/

IIROC: Resume, CZM Capital Corp.

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:27:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - The following issue(s) will resume trading on the TSXV today: /T/ Company / Compagnie: CZM Capital Corp. TSXV Symbol / Symbole: CZM Resumption Time / Reprise: 12:00 ET /T/

IIROC: Resume, Corex Gold Corporation

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:15:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - The following issue(s) will resume trading on the TSXV today: /T/ Company/Compagnie: Corex Gold Corporation TSX Symbol/Symbole: CGE - V Resumption/Reprise: 11:45 am EST /T/

IIROC: Resumption; Destiny Resource Services Corp.

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:13:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - /T/ Company: Destiny Resource Services Corp. TSX Symbol: DSC Resumption: 11:30 /T/

Bancroft Fund Ltd. Releases Monthly Portfolio Data

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:58:00 EST

MORRISTOWN, NJ--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - Bancroft Fund Ltd. (NYSE Amex: BCV) has released monthly portfolio data for October including asset allocation, quality allocation, representative holdings and other fund characteristics.
The portfolio data will be posted on Bancroft's website at www.bancroftfund.com. Printed copies may be obtained by calling (973) 631-1177.
Bancroft Fund Ltd. operates as a closed-end, diversified management investment company and invests primarily in convertible securities, with the objectives of providing income and the potential for capital appreciation; which objectives the Fund considers to be relatively equal, over the long-term, due to the nature of the securities in which it invests. Its shares are traded on the NYSE Amex Equities exchange under the ticker symbol BCV.

Ellsworth Fund Ltd. Releases Monthly Portfolio Data

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:17:00 EST

MORRISTOWN, NJ--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - Ellsworth Fund Ltd. (NYSE Amex: ECF) has released monthly portfolio data for October including asset allocation, quality allocation, representative holdings and other fund characteristics.
The portfolio data will be posted on Ellsworth's website at www.ellsworthfund.com. Printed copies may be obtained by calling (973) 631-1177.
Ellsworth Fund Ltd. operates as a closed-end, diversified management investment company and invests primarily in convertible securities, with the objectives of providing income and the potential for capital appreciation; which objectives the Fund considers to be relatively equal, over the long-term, due to the nature of the securities in which it invests. Its shares are traded on the NYSE Amex Equities exchange under the ticker symbol ECF.

IIROC: Halt, CZM Capital Corp.

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:35:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - The following issue(s) have been halted on the TSXV today: /T/ Company / Compagnie: CZM Capital Corp. TSXV Symbol / Symbole: CZM - V Reason / Motif: Company request pending news Halt Time / Heure de l'Arret: At the open /T/

IIROC: Halt, Fire River Gold Corp.

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:34:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - The following issue(s) have been halted on the TSXV today: /T/ Company / Compagnie: Fire River Gold Corp. TSXV Symbol / Symbole: FAU - V Reason / Motif: Company request pending news Halt Time / Heure de l'Arret: At the open /T/

Wind Works Power Corp. Submits Application for Power Contract Under the New Feed-In Tariff Program in Ontario

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:30:00 EST

OTTAWA--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - Wind Works Power Corp. (OTCBB: WWPW) (FRANKFURT: R5E1) (WKN: AOKE72) is pleased to announce that it is submitting an application for its 10 megawatt (MW) Clean Breeze wind energy project for a power contract under the new Feed-in Tariff program as part of the Ontario Power Authority initial launch period.
"We are excited to be submitting our first application for a power contract under the new Feed-in Tariff program in Ontario. We expect to submit a number of additional applications for other projects in our portfolio over the coming days as we approach the November 30th deadline," commented Dr. Ingo Stuckmann, CEO and director of Wind Works. "The granting of a power contract is a big milestone as it provides economic certainty and significantly increases the value and marketability of a project."

IIROC: Halt, Corex Gold Corporation

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:30:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - The following issue(s) have been halted on the TSXV today: /T/ Company / Compagnie: Corex Gold Corporation TSXV Symbol / Symbole: CGE - V Reason / Motif: Company request pending news Halt Time / Heure de l'Arret: At the open /T/

First Marblehead to Explore Strategic Alternatives for Bank Subsidiary

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:15:00 EST

Union Federal Sells Its Remaining Private Education Loan Portfolio

Advent Expands Its Outsourcing Service With Morningstar and Global Industry Classification Standard (GICS) Agreements

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:10:00 EST

Agreements Offer 400-Plus Outsourcing Clients Investment Classifications and Customized Reference Data Sets

Chesswood Income Fund Announces November 2009 Distribution

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) -�Chesswood Income Fund (TSX:CHW.UN) announced today a cash distribution of $0.03 per unit for the month of November. The distribution will be payable to unitholders of record at the close of business on November 30, 2009 and will be paid on December 15, 2009.

About Chesswood Income Fund

Chesswood Income Fund is a financial services trust with operating businesses in both Canada and the U.S.

For more information visit www.ChesswoodFund.com.

OmniComm Systems Continues Its Rapid Expansion by Opening a New Office in Monmouth Junction, NJ

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - OmniComm Systems, Inc. (OTCBB: OMCM), one of the fastest growing companies in the EDC and eClinical marketplace, announced today that it has opened a new office in Monmouth Junction, NJ. The new location, situated equal distance between Princeton and Rutgers Universities, was chosen in part for its proximity to the Route One technology and pharmaceutical research corridor.

Kristina Capital Corp. and Black Marlin Energy Ltd.: Minimum $30 Million Financing Priced at $0.50 per Subscription Receipt

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:41:00 EST

CALGARY, ALBERTA and DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) -

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES

Kristina Capital Corp. (the "Corporation" or "Kristina") (TSX VENTURE:KCA), and Black Marlin Energy Ltd. ("Black Marlin") are pleased to announce that Black Marlin has entered into an agreement with a syndicate of agents, led by GMP Securities L.P. wherein the syndicate has agreed to act as agent for and on behalf of Black Marlin to sell, on a commercially reasonable "best efforts" private placement basis, a minimum of $30,000,000 of subscription receipts ("Subscription Receipts") and a maximum of $50,000,000 of Subscription Receipts of Black Marlin at a price of $0.50 per Subscription Receipt (the "Financing"). Each Subscription Receipt will e

xRM Global to Present Ockham's Media Slicing at Las Vegas Traders Expo

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:30:00 EST
"Media Impact, Crowd Sentiment, and Valuations--Slicing Through to What Matters for Today's Investor"

Gsphere Debuts Powerful Analytics Tool for Financial Professionals

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:24:00 EST

MYDIVERSIFICATION.COM Allows Advisors to Evaluate and Diagnose Portfolio Diversification for Retail and Institutional Investors

Freehold Royalty Trust Announces $100 Million Trust Unit Financing

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:06:00 EST
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES. Freehold Royalty Trust ("Freehold") (TSX:FRU.UN) today announced that it has entered into an agreement with a syndicate of underwriters led by CIBC to sell, on a bought deal basis, 6,625,000 trust units ("Units") at a price of $15.15 per Unit for gross proceeds of approximately $100 million. Freehold has also granted the underwriters an Over-Allotment Option, to purchase up to an additional 15% of the Units at the same offering price, exercisable in whole or in part for a period of 30 days following closing. If the Over-Allotment Option is fully exercised, the total gross proceeds to Freehold from the sale of Units will be approximately $115 million. CN Pension Fund Trust intends to participate in the offering in order to maintain their existing ownership percentage of 23% of the outstanding Units. Closing is expected to occur on or about Dec

First Asset Income & Growth Fund: Distribution Press Release

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - First Asset Income & Growth Fund (TSX:IGF.UN) announces a distribution of $0.0167 per Unit for the month ending November 30, 2009.�The distribution will be paid on or before December 15, 2009 to unitholders of record on November 30, 2009.�

Utility Split Trust: Distribution Press Release

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - Utility Split Trust (TSX:UST.UN) announces a distribution of $0.05 per Capital Unit for the month ending November 30, 2009.�The distribution will be paid on or before December 15, 2009 to unitholders of record on November 30, 2009.�

Canadian Convertible Debenture Fund: Press Release

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) -�Canadian Convertible Debenture Fund (TSX:CDF.UN) announces a distribution of $0.0625 per Unit for the month ending November 30, 2009. The distribution will be paid on or before December 15, 2009 to unitholders of record on November 30, 2009.�

Split REIT Opportunity Trust: Distribution Press Release

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - Split REIT Opportunity Trust (TSX:SOT.UN) announces a distribution of $0.045 per Capital Unit for the month ending November 30, 2009. The distribution will be paid to Capital Unitholders on or before December 15, 2009 to unitholders of record on November 30, 2009. The Manager will assess the amount of distributions, if any, on a monthly basis, including consideration of the Preferred Security Test.

Global 45 Split Corp.: Distribution Press Release

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - Global 45 Split Corp. (TSX:GFV) announces a distribution of $0.05 per Class A Share for the month ending November 30, 2009. The distribution will be paid on or before December 15, 2009 to unitholders of record on November 30, 2009.

The Manager will assess the ability to pay distributions, and the amount thereof, on a monthly basis.�Among other considerations,�the Company is not permitted to pay a distribution on the Class A Shares if, after the payment of the distribution by the Company, the Net Asset Value per Unit would be less than $15.00.�

First Asset/BlackRock North American Dividend Achievers(TM) Trust: Distribution Press Release

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - First Asset/BlackRock North American Dividend Achievers ^TM Trust (TSX:BDA.UN) announces a distribution of $0.05 per Unit for the month ending November 30, 2009. The distribution will be paid on or before December 15, 2009 to unitholders of record on November 30, 2009.�

Triax Diversified High-Yield Trust: Distribution Press Release

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - Triax Diversified High-Yield Trust (TSX:TRH.UN) announces a distribution of $0.07 per Unit for the month ending November 30, 2009. The distribution will be paid on or before December 15, 2009 to unitholders of record on November 30, 2009.�

The Trust offers unitholders the opportunity to increase their holdings of units through the convenience provided by its Distribution Reinvestment Plan. All distributions that are reinvested will be used to purchase additional units of the Trust. In order to take advantage of the Plan on the upcoming distribution, unitholders should contact their investment advisor as soon as possible.

First Asset Yield Opportunity Trust: Distribution Press Release

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - First Asset Yield Opportunity Trust (TSX:FAY.UN)(TSX:FAY.U) announces a distribution of $0.1458 per Series A Unit, and US$0.0440 per Series B Unit, for the month ending November 30, 2009. The distributions will be paid on or before December 15, 2009 to unitholders of record on November 30, 2009.�

First Asset PowerGen Fund: Distribution Press Release

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) -�First Asset PowerGen Fund (TSX:PGT.UN) announces a distribution of $0.07 per Unit for the month ending November 30, 2009. The distribution will be paid on or before December 15, 2009 to unitholders of record on November 30, 2009.�

NB Split Corp. Declares Quarterly Dividends

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - NB Split Corp. (the "Company")(TSX:NBF)(TSX:NBF.PR.A) announces a dividend of $0.3886 per Preferred Share and $0.0339 per Capital Share for the quarter ending November 30, 2009. In each case, the dividend will be paid on or before December 15, 2009 to holders of record on November 30, 2009.

First Asset REIT Income Fund: Distribution Press Release

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - First Asset REIT Income Fund (TSX:RIT.UN) announces a distribution of $0.05 per Unit for the month ending November 30, 2009. The distribution will be paid on or before December 15, 2009 to unitholders of record on November 30, 2009.

First Asset Pipes & Power Income Fund: Distribution Press Release

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - First Asset Pipes & Power Income Fund (TSX:EWP.UN) announces a distribution of $0.03 per Unit for the month ending November 30, 2009. The distribution will be paid on or before December 15, 2009 to unitholders of record on November 30, 2009.�

Paladyne Systems Expands Its Global Operations With Hong Kong Office

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

Paladyne Names New Director for Asia Pacific Region

IIROC: Resumption: Manulife Financial Corp

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:48:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 19, 2009) - /T/ Company / Compagnie Manulife Financial Corp TSX Symbol / Symbole MFC Resumption / Reprise Opening, Thursday, November 19, 2009 /T/

ActivIdentity Reports Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2009 Financial Results

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:30:00 EST

Revenue for the Full Fiscal Year 2009 Increased by 6% to $62.3 Million Over Prior Fiscal Year

Currensee Launches Members-Only Marketplace & Rewards Program

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

Provides Trusted Source for Trade Collaboration and Forex Products and Services

TrinityCare Senior Living Announces $1.65 Million Investment Agreement

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:00:00 EST

Significant Milestone for Expansion Accomplished

Information Management Network (IMN) Presents the 14th Annual Super Bowl of Indexing(R) Conference

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:00:00 EST

Over 300 Investors Confirmed to Attend

Wintraysan Capital Corp. Provides Update Regarding Proposed Qualifying Transaction

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:19:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) -

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. ANY FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS RESTRICTION MAY CONSTITUTE A VIOLATION OF U.S. SECURITIES LAWS.

Wintraysan Capital Corp. (TSX VENTURE:WTS.P) ("Wintraysan" or the "Corporation) announces that it has been advised that Orion Oil & Gas Ltd. ("Orion") will not be proceeding with its previously announced equity financing to raise $100,000,000 from the sale of subscription receipts. Pursuant to an agreement dated October 30, 2009 (the "Arrangement Agreement") relating to the acquisition by the Corporation of all of the issued and outstanding securities of Orion by way of the amalgamation of Orion and a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Corporation ("

TelePacific Signs Three Year Contract With IE Telco Solutions to Reduce Telecom Circuit Spend

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:01:00 EST

CHICAGO, IL--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - Telecom circuit cost management specialists IE Telco Solutions (IETS), a wholly owned subsidiary of NaeroDynamics, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: NDYN) has signed a three year managed service contract with Los Angeles based TelePacific Communications to identify opportunities for optimizing the carrier's network and reduce telecom circuit spend.
"Using our proprietary software Enterprise Circuit Manager (ECM) and our Telco expertise we will deliver a comprehensive cleansed report of TelePacific's telecom circuit lifecycle identifying increased savings in their circuit spend. We usually reduce costs by up to 15-20%," says Steve Fiveash, IETS Head of US operations. "The three year contract means that the cost reduction process will be ongoing. We will be able to make recommendations for fine tuning and optimizing TelePacific's procurement process, provide automated circuit lifec

TSX Venture Exchange Daily Bulletins for November 18, 2009

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:15:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - /T/ TSX VENTURE COMPANIES: BULLETIN TYPE: Cease Trade Order BULLETIN DATE: November 17, 2009 TSX Venture Companies A Cease Trade Order has been issued by the BC Securities Commission on November 17, 2009 against the following companies for failing to file the documents indicated within the required time period: Period Ending S

Brompton Lifeco Split Corp. Suspends Class A Distribution

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:05:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - In accordance with its articles of incorporation and the Class A Share Provisions, the regular, non-cumulative, monthly distribution for the month of November will not be paid on the class A shares of Brompton Lifeco Split Corp. (TSX:LCS). Under the articles of incorporation, no cash distribution may be paid on the class A shares, if after payment of the distribution by the Fund, the net asset value per unit (consisting of one class A share and one preferred share) would be less than $15.00.�The net asset value per unit as at November 12, 2009 was $13.90.�The Fund will re-evaluate the payment of class A share distributions in each subsequent month with the expectation that normal monthly distributions will resume and a press release will be issued if the net asset value per unit is in excess of $15.00 prior to declaration.

IIROC: Halt; Manulife Financial Corp.

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:01:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - /T/ Company / Compagnie: Manulife Financial Corp. TSX Symbol / Symbole: MFC, all issues Reason / Motif: Pending News Halt Time (ET) / Heure de l'Arret: 16:31pm /T/

TSX Venture Exchange Closing Summary for November 18, 2009

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:59:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - The following report is available on tsx.com at the following web page: http://www.tsx.com/en/news_events/media_kit.html Trading was very heavy on a volume of 286.2 million shares worth 136.2 million dollars. There were 431 advances, 382 declines and 551 issues unchanged. The S&P/TSX Venture Composite Index closed up 8.02 at 1394.06 /T/ Most Active Issues by Volume Volume Name Symbol Close Change

Manulife Financial Fortifies its Capital Position with $2.5 Billion Common Equity Raise

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:49:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - NOT FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES OR FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. WIRE SERVICES Manulife Financial Corporation (MFC)(TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC)(PSE:MFC)(SEHK:945) today announced that it will issue $2,500,400,000 in common equity in a bought deal arranged by Scotia Capital Inc. and RBC Dominion Securities Inc. Upon closing, The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company (MLI) will have access to the highest level of capital since MFC became a public company.

Reocito Capital Inc. Proceeds With Some Amendments to Its Proxy Circular

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:32:00 EST
MONTREAL, QUEBEC--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - Reocito Capital Inc. ("Reocito") announces having proceeded with some amendments to its management proxy circular under the section on "Compensation of Directors" in order to reflect all option-based awards outstanding at the end of the most recently completed financial year, including option based-awards granted before the financial year ended December 31, 2008 to each previous director of Reocito. As of the date of the initial circular, we remind you that all option-based awards were automatically cancelled following the resignations of Gerard Durou on September 23, 2008, Jean-Paul Streifer on November 6, 2008, Dominic Pietracupa on May 8, 2009 and Doros Platika and Marquis Gagnon on May 25, 2009.

Stone 2009 Flow-Through Limited Partnership Closes $6.8 Million IPO

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:27:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) -�Stone 2009 Flow-Through GP Inc., on behalf of the Stone 2009 Flow-Through Limited Partnership (the "Stone 2009 FTLP"), is pleased to announce that on November 18, 2009 Stone 2009 FTLP completed its initial public offering and raised gross aggregate proceeds of $6,756,075, representing 270,243 limited partnership units at $25 per unit.

Stone 2009 FTLP has been formed to invest primarily in flow-through shares of resource issuers engaged in oil and gas and mineral exploration in Canada with a view to the preservation of capital and achieving capital appreciation of Stone 2009 FTLP's investments.

Stone Asset Management Limited ("SAM") will act as Portfolio Advisor to the Stone 2009 FTLP and will, prior to December 31, 2009, endeavour to invest the gross aggregate proce

Brompton Funds Declare Distributions

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:22:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - Brompton Funds (TSX:BE)(TSX:BE.PR.A)(TSX:DGS)(TSX:DGS.PR.A)(TSX:LBS)(TSX:SBC) announces distributions payable on December 14, 2009 to shareholders of record at the close of business on November 30, 2009 for each of the following funds: /T/ Fund Name Ticker Amount Per Share ---------- -------- ----------------- Brompton Equity Split Corp. BE $ 0.10 Dividend Growth Split Corp. DGS $ 0.10 L

IIROC: Resume, Heatherdale Resources Ltd.

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:18:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - The following issue(s) will resume trading on the TSXV: /T/ Company: Heatherdale Resources Ltd. TSXV Symbol: HTR Formerly HTR.P Resumption Time: November 19, 2009 9:30AM EDT /T/

Macquarie Power & Infrastructure Income Fund Declares November 2009 Cash Distribution

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:05:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - Macquarie Power & Infrastructure Income Fund (TSX:MPT.UN)(TSX:MPT.DB)("MPT", or the "Fund") today declared a cash distribution for the month of November 2009 of $0.08750 per trust unit. The distribution will be paid on December 15, 2009 to unitholders of record at the close of trading on November 30, 2009. A distribution of $0.08750 per unit will also be paid on December 15, 2009 to holders of record on November 30, 2009 of Class B Exchangeable Units of MPT LTC Holding LP, an indirect subsidiary entity of the Fund.

Fonds de revenu Macquarie �nergie et infrastructure d�clare sa distribution en esp�ces de novembre 2009

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:05:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - 18 nov. 2009) - Fonds de revenu Macquarie �nergie et infrastructure (TSX:MPT.UN)(TSX:MPT.DB)(MPT ou le Fonds) a d�clar� aujourd'hui sa distribution en esp�ces du mois de novembre 2009 de 0,08750 $ par part de fiducie. La distribution sera vers�e le 15 d�cembre 2009 aux porteurs de parts inscrits � la cl�ture des n�gociations le 30 novembre 2009. Une distribution de 0,08750 $ par part sera �galement vers�e le 15 d�cembre 2009 aux porteurs inscrits le 30 novembre 2009 de parts �changeables de cat�gorie B de MPT LTC Holding LP, filiale indirecte du Fonds.

Bank of Granite Corporation Receives Nasdaq Notice

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:21:00 EST

GRANITE FALLS, NC--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - Bank of Granite Corporation (NASDAQ: GRAN) announced that on November 12, 2009, the Company received a letter from The NASDAQ Stock Market notifying the Company that, because the bid price for its stock has fallen below $1.00 per share, it no longer complies with the minimum bid price requirement for continued listing on The NASDAQ Global Select Market. Rule 5450(a)(1) of NASDAQ's Listing Rules requires a minimum bid price of $1.00 per share. Based on the closing bid price of the Company's common stock for the 30 consecutive business days prior to the date of NASDAQ's letter, the Company does not meet this requirement.

EnerVest Diversified Income Trust Announces November 2009 Distribution

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:15:00 EST
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. EnerVest Diversified Income Trust ("EnerVest" or "the Fund") (TSX:EIT.UN) is pleased to announce the November distribution of $0.10 per unit. The record date for this distribution is November 30, 2009 and the payment date will be December 15, 2009. The ex-distribution date for this payment is November 26, 2009. About the Distribution EnerVest's objective is to deliver a consistent, high yield monthly cash distribution from a portfolio of income-generating and capital growth oriented securities. EnerVest reviews the distribution on a regular basis and remains confident with the sustainability of the existing distribution level. EnerVest believes that the current yield of 10% of market price, along with the prospect of capital appreciation, provides a very attractive investment return for unitholders.

EnerVest Energy and Oil Sands Total Return Trust Announces November 2009 Distribution

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:15:00 EST
CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. EnerVest Energy and Oil Sands Total Return Trust ("the Fund") (TSX:EOS.UN) is pleased to announce the November distribution of $0.0417 per unit. The record date for this distribution is November 30, 2009 and the payment date will be December 15, 2009. The ex-distribution date for this payment is November 26, 2009. About The Fund The Fund is a closed-end trust investing in businesses involved directly and indirectly in the Canadian oil sands and traditional oil and natural gas royalty trusts.

The Interface Financial Group Offers to Support Small Businesses Based on Third Quarter 2009 SBA Small Business Indicators Report

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:49:00 EST

IFG Offers Short-Term Financing to Aid Small Businesses Still Experiencing Losses Prior to Economic Recovery

Broadridge Declares Dividend

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:23:00 EST

LAKE SUCCESS, NY--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: BR) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.14 per share. The dividend is payable on January 4, 2010, to stockholders of record at the close of business on December 15, 2009.
Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc., with over $2.1 billion in revenues in fiscal year 2009 and more than 40 years of experience, is a leading global provider of technology-based solutions to the financial services industry. Our systems and services include investor communication, securities processing, and clearing and outsourcing solutions. We offer advanced, integrated systems and services that are dependable, scalable and cost-efficient. Our systems help reduce the need for clients to make significant capital investments in operations infrastructure, thereby allowing them to increase their focus on

Pinetree Capital Ltd. Acquires Securities of Galena Capital Corp.

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:46:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - Pinetree Capital Ltd. (TSX:PNP), announces that on November 15, 2009, it acquired ownership of 3,000,000 common shares ("Common Shares") of Galena Capital Corp. ("Galena"), which represents approximately 5.3% of the total issued and outstanding common shares of Galena as of November 15, 2009.�As a result of this transaction, Pinetree and its joint actors collectively held, as at November 15, 2009, an aggregate of 5,240,000 common shares of Galena, including the Common Shares and rights to acquire an additional 1,525,000 common shares of Galena upon exercise of certain convertible securities (the "Convertible Securities").�Of these totals, Pinetree owns 4,390,000 common shares, including the Common Shares and the 1,125,000 of the Convertible Securities (the "Pinetree Convertible Securities") directly.�In the event that the Convertible Secu

IIROC: Resume, Magellan Minerals Ltd.

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:23:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - The following issue(s) will resume trading on the TSXV today: /T/ Company/Compagnie: Magellan Minerals Ltd. TSXV Symbol/Symbole: MNM Resumption Time/Reprise: 14:00 ET /T/

Wall Street Reporter, Inc. Interview With NewMarket Technology, Inc. CEO on Systems Integration and Emerging Markets Available Online

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:10:00 EST

DALLAS, TX--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - NewMarket Technology, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: NWMT) today announced that the Wall Street Reporter has interviewed NewMarket's CEO Philip Verges. The interview includes a review of expected technology growth in emerging markets, how NewMarket plans to capture its share, NewMarket's new outsourcing services business growth and close to $70 million in new, long-term contracts signed year-to-date. The Company reported $95 million in global revenue in 2008.

IIROC: Resume, Rye Patch Gold Corp.

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:21:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - The following issue(s) will resume trading on the TSXV today: /T/ Company/Compagnie: Rye Patch Gold Corp. TSXV Symbol/Symbole: RPM Resumption Time/Reprise: 12:45 ET /T/

IIROC: Halt, Sheen Resources Ltd

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:13:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - The following issue(s) have been halted on the TSXV today: /T/ Company/Compagnie: Sheen Resources Ltd TSX-V Symbol/Symbole: SHN Reason/Motif: Company request pending news Halt Time (ET)/Heure de l'Arret: 11:54 e.t. /T/

The Future of Private Loans and Auction Rates, More at iiBIG's Student Loans Financing Forum

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:09:00 EST

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - With possible legislative and regulatory changes set to redefine the landscape of student loans financing, questions arise regarding the current status and future of private student loans and auction rates. iiBIG's 2009 Student Loans Financing Update -- scheduled for December 8, 2009 at the Hilton Times Square in New York City -- will cover the latest changes, challenges, and opportunities facing the student loans market:
One panel session on "The Future of Private Student Loans" will uncover the future of private loan origination, how these private loans can be financed, the effects of possible changes to non-dischargeability in bankruptcy, and the necessary changes needed for private student loan products to make private student loan ABS attractive to investors.

Taiwan Greater China Fund Announces Commencement of Semi-Annual Repurchase Offer

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:47:00 EST

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - The Taiwan Greater China Fund (NYSE: TFC), a diversified closed-end registered investment company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (the "Fund"), announced today that its ninth semi-annual repurchase offer will be conducted from November 18, 2009 through December 11, 2009.
The Fund is offering to repurchase up to 5% of its shares in this semi-annual repurchase offer. The repurchase price for the shares will be the Fund's net asset value per share as determined at the close of regular trading on the Taiwan Stock Exchange on December 16, 2009 or, if the Taiwan Stock Exchange is not open on December 16, 2009, at the opening of the New York Stock Exchange on December 16, 2009. Each share repurchased pursuant to the repurchase offer will be subject to a repurchase fee equal to 2% of the net asset value per share, which will be deducted from the repurchase price to offs

IIROC: Resume, Royal Roads Corp. and Benton Resources Corp.

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:06:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - The following issue(s) will resume trading on the TSXV today: /T/ Company / Compagnie: Royal Roads Corp. TSX V Symbol / Symbole: RRO Resumption / Reprise: 11:15:00 EST Company / Compagnie: Benton Resources Corp. TSX V Symbol / Symbole: BTC Resumption / Reprise: 11:15:00 EST /T/

LSB Corporation Repays Treasury's $15 Million Preferred Stock Investment Under the Capital Purchase Program

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:05:00 EST

NORTH ANDOVER, MA--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - LSB Corporation (NASDAQ: LSBX) (the "Company") today announced that it repurchased, effective today, the U.S. Treasury Department's $15.0 million preferred stock investment under the Treasury's Capital Purchase Program that was part of the broader TARP initiative.
"Given LSB Corporation's strong capital position, federal regulators granted the Company approval to repurchase the U.S. Treasury's preferred stock investment," said Gerald T. Mulligan, President and CEO of LSB Corporation and River Bank. "Our participation in the Capital Purchase Program, which at the time was available only to healthy institutions, added a level of confidence to expand our lending capabilities during the economic challenges of the past year. However, due to changes in the program imposed by Congress and ongoing negative public perception, we believe that it is in the best interests

Keiretsu Forum Continues to Fund Entrepreneurs During the Economic Downturn

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:00:00 EST

SAN FRANCISCO, CA--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - As the US struggles to move out of a major recession, funding for entrepreneurs has shrunk nationally. Yet even with the downturn, Keiretsu Forum continues to fund entrepreneurs and their emerging companies.
"I presented to Keiretsu this year (2009) and had good success raising money," says Wolfgang Daum, President and CEO of Boston Heartlab. "Keiretsu has an ordered and systematic investment approach. Venture Capitalists keep 2% of their fund as a management fee to maintain their operation. Angel groups don't have that luxury. They charge angels and presenting companies a fee to cover expenses. Keiretsu is not the only Angel group doing so, but it is one of the best structured in the country. I recommend Keiretsu and will return to them to raise further funds."

Sunwest Bank Acquires Pacific Coast National Bank; Marking Sunwest Bank's Third Acquisition This Year

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:00:00 EST

TUSTIN, CA--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - Sunwest Bank has acquired Pacific Coast National Bank of San Clemente, CA. This is the third bank acquisition by Sunwest Bank in 2009. "Sunwest Bank's growth, both through acquisitions and organically, has been very dramatic," notes Glenn Gray, President and Chief Executive Officer of Sunwest Bank.
The FDIC accepted receivership of Pacific Coast National Bank from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, which closed Pacific Coast National Bank on Friday, November 13th, 2009. The FDIC subsequently entered into an agreement with Sunwest Bank, under which Sunwest assumed substantially all of Pacific Coast National's non-brokered deposits and loans.

Judicial Watch Files Two New FOIA Lawsuits Against Treasury and Federal Reserve for Documents on Taxpayer Bailouts

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:58:00 EST

Obama Transparency Promises Not Being Kept

Morneau Sobeco Income Fund Declares November 2009 Cash Distribution

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:44:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) -

NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO U.S. NEWS WIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE U.S.

Morneau Sobeco Income Fund (the "Fund") (TSX:MSI.UN)�announced today a cash distribution of $0.07871 per unit for the month of November 2009, to be paid December 15, 2009 to holders of record of units of the Fund on November 30, 2009.

Morneau Sobeco Income Fund is one of the largest Canadian human resources consulting and outsourcing firms focused on pension, benefit, employee assistance programs and other workplace health and productivity solutions. Through Morneau Sobeco and Shepell.fgi we offer solutions to assist employers in supporting the financial security, health and productivity of their employees. With approximately 2,200 employees in offices across North America, Mor

Le Fonds de revenu Morneau Sobeco d�clare une distribution en esp�ces pour novembre 2009

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:44:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - 18 nov. 2009) -

NE PAS ACHEMINER AUX FILS DE PRESSE AM�RICAINS NI DISTRIBUER AUX �TATS-UNIS

Le Fonds de revenu Morneau Sobeco (le � Fonds �) (TSX:MSI.UN)�a annonc� aujourd'hui une distribution en esp�ces de 0,07871 $ la part pour le mois de novembre 2009, cette somme sera vers�e le 15 decembre 2009 aux d�tenteurs de parts inscrits au registre du Fonds le 30 novembre 2009.

Le Fonds de revenu Morneau Sobeco est l'un des plus importants cabinets canadiens de services- conseils et de services d'impartition en ressources humaines. Ses activit�s sont principalement concentr�es dans les r�gimes de retraite et d'assurance collective, les programmes d'aide aux employ�s et les autres solutions li

IIROC: Halt, Benton Resource Corp. and Royal Roads Corp.

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:27:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - The following issue(s) have been halted on the TSXV today: /T/ Company / Compagnie: Benton Resource Corp. TSX V Symbol / Symbole: BTC Reason / Motif: Request of company pending news Halt Time (ET) / Heure de l'Arret: 9:55:00 EST Company / Compagnie: Royal Roads Corp. TSX V Symbol / Symbole: RRO Reason / Motif: Request of company pending news H

Warren Financial Group Joins Geneos Wealth Management

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:27:00 EST

Leading Kansas City Planner Leaves Royal Alliance for Elite Colorado Firm

Aegisoft Wins Coveted FX Week Award for Best FX Algorithmic Trading System

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:05:00 EST

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - Aegisoft, a leading provider of global trading solutions, software and professional services, announced today that FX Week (www.fxweek.com) has named AthenaFX as the winner of the 2009 "Best FX Algorithmic Trading System" award. Aegisoft executives received the honor at the Annual FX Week Best Bank Awards ceremony in London, on November 17, 2009.

IIROC: Halt, Magellan Minerals Ltd.

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:03:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - The following issue(s) have been halted on the TSXV today: /T/ Company / Compagnie: Magellan Minerals Ltd. TSX V Symbol / Symbole: MNM Reason / Motif: Request of company pending news Halt Time (ET) / Heure de l'Arret: 9:28:00 EST /T/

Ida M. Thomas Joins HomeBanc as Mortgage Loan Officer

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:00:00 EST

TAMPA, FL--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - Tampa-based HomeBancorp, Inc. has named Ida M. Thomas as Mortgage Loan Officer for HomeBanc. She is based in HomeBanc's Lake Mary loan production office, located at 100 Colonial Center Parkway, Suite 110.
Ms. Thomas brings to HomeBanc more than 20 years of mortgage lending experience. Her professional and community affiliations include American Business Women and Women Council Realtors and she is a national sponsor, mentor and host for under-privileged children and their families. Ms. Thomas can be reached at (321) 832-1362 or ida.thomas@homebanc.com.

IIROC: Resumption; Oncolytics Biotech Inc.

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:49:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - /T/ Company / Compagnie Oncolytics Biotech Inc. TSX Symbol / Symbole ONC Resumption / Reprise 10.00 a.m /T/

IIROC: Halt; Oncolytics Biotech Inc.

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:48:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - /T/ Company / Compagnie Oncolytics Biotech Inc. TSX Symbol / Symbole ONC Reason / Motif Pending News Halt Time (ET) / Heure de l'Arr�t 9.28 a.m. /T/

TCW Leveraged Finance Group Forms Joint Venture With Magic Johnson Enterprises to Launch Middle Market Lending Business

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:30:00 EST

LOS ANGELES, CA--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - The TCW Leveraged Finance Group announced today that it will launch a new joint venture with Magic Johnson Enterprises, TCW CapitalAssist Management, LLC, aimed at meeting the financing needs of the underserved middle market. TCW CapitalAssist will focus on both providing capital and management expertise to help domestic middle market companies grow their business. The joint venture enters the middle market lending business at a time when commercial and investment banks are severely limited in their ability or desire to lend while many dedicated middle market lenders are dealing with their own financial problems and paring back their activities. This has resulted in an opportunity for TCW CapitalAssist to benefit from an environment of reduced competition, widening spreads, more conservative capital structures, and improved deal terms in the middle market.

IIROC: Halt, San Anton Capital Inc.

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:17:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - The following issue(s) have been halted on the TSXV today: /T/ Company/Compagnie: San Anton Capital Inc. TSXV Symbol/Symbole: TON.P - V Reason/Motif: Company request pending news Halt Time/Heure de l'Arret: At the open /T/

IIROC: Halt, Rye Patch Gold Corp

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:15:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - The following issue(s) have been halted on the TSXV today: /T/ Company/Compagnie: Rye Patch Gold Corp TSXV Symbol/Symbole: RPM - V Reason/Motif: Company request pending news Halt Time/Heure de l'Arret: At the open /T/

Pinetree Capital Ltd. Acquires Securities of Longview Capital Partners Incorporated

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - Pinetree Capital Ltd. (TSX:PNP), announces that on November 17, 2009 it acquired ownership of 6,250,000 common shares ("Common Shares") of Longview Capital Partners Incorporated ("Longview"), and 6,250,000 common share purchase warrants (the "Warrants"). Each Warrant entitles the holder thereof to acquire one additional common share until November 17, 2011, at a price of $0.15. In the event that the Warrants are fully exercised, these holdings represent approximately 10.0% of the total issued and outstanding common shares of Longview as of November 17, 2009, calculated on a partially diluted basis assuming the exercise of the Warrants only.

Financial Services Income STREAMS: Monthly Distribution Declared for Equity Dividend Share

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 18, 2009) - The Board of Directors of Financial Services Income STREAMS ("FSI STREAMS") declares its regular monthly distribution of $0.1458 per Equity Dividend share (TSX:STR.E). Distributions are payable December 10, 2009 to shareholders on record as of November 30, 2009.

To date, Equity Dividend shareholders have received 108 monthly distributions for a total of $15.99 per share, inclusive of this distribution.

The managed portfolio (the managed portion of the assets of FSI STREAMS not subject to the repayment forward contract) is invested in a diversified portfolio of North American financial services stocks selected from the three major North American Financial services indices. The three indices are the TSX Financial Services Index, the S&P Financials Index and the S&P

Wicked Interactive Turns to Vindicia for Strategic Billing

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST

Online Games Publisher Selects Vindicia CashBox(TM) for Diverse Payment Method Support and Global Reach

China Crescent Enterprises, Inc. Announces Thanksgiving Holiday Shareholder Update Schedule and 3rd Quarter Financial Report Webcast

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST

DALLAS, TX--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - China Crescent Enterprises, Inc. (OTCBB: CCTR) is scheduled to release an on-demand Webcast on Friday, November 20th to review the Company's 3rd quarter financial report. China Crescent previously announced launching a new investor relations campaign to improve the quality of communications. As part of the new campaign, the Company plans to conduct weekly shareholder update Webcasts. This week, China Crescent plans to combine the weekly shareholder update with the scheduled 3rd quarter financial report Webcast slated for this Friday. Due to the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday on November 26, 2009, the Company is not scheduled to release a shareholder update webcast next week and plans to resume the weekly webcasts the week of November 30th.

NewMarket Technology, Inc. Announces Shareholder Update Webcast Scheduled for Friday, November 20th and Thanksgiving Holiday Shareholder Update Schedule

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST

DALLAS, TX--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) - NewMarket Technology, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: NWMT) has scheduled a shareholder update Webcast for Friday, November 20, 2009. As part of the Company's current market awareness program, NewMarket plans to publish on-demand, weekly webcasts providing routine updates on various projects and initiatives and to address shareholder questions emailed or phoned into the Company. Due to the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday on November 26, 2009, the Company plans to combine next week's shareholder update into the previously scheduled 3rd Quarter Review Webcast slated to be released on Monday, November 23rd. Company Webcasts are posted to the Investor Relations page at www.newmarkettechnology.com upon release and are available for viewing on-demand.

Plan to Make Toronto a Top Financial Centre Focuses on Creation of World-Leading Hubs of Expertise

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:37:00 EST

Report by The Boston Consulting Group for The Toronto Financial Services Working Group Outlines Strategy for Generating an Additional 25,000-40,000 Jobs and $4-5 Billion in Annual GDP Over Five Years

AIB announces board and executive appointments

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:09:00 EST

DUBLIN, IRELAND--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) -

AIB announces board and executive appointments
Allied Irish Banks, p.l.c. ("AIB") (NYSE: AIB) has today announced the following appointments:-
Dan O'Connor, currently Non-Executive Chairman of AIB, is to take on the role of Executive Chairman on a temporary basis in order to oversee the Group's work on the completion of the key tasks of capital raising, the implementation of NAMA and the EU restructuring plan.

Allied Irish Banks p.l.c. Interim Management Statement

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 02:10:00 EST

DUBLIN, IRELAND--(Marketwire - November 18, 2009) -

Allied Irish Banks, p.l.c. ("AIB") [NYSE:AIB] is issuing the following update on business and key performance trends. Please note that all trends in the update are in constant currency terms.
OVERVIEW
Our financial results for 2009 are expected to reflect solid operating profits before bad debt provisions set against a background of a very difficult operating environment. We expect operating profit to be achieved in all divisions - Republic of Ireland, Capital Markets, UK and CEE.

TSX Venture Exchange Closing Summary for November 17, 2009

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:54:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) - The following report is available on tsx.com at the following web page: http://www.tsx.com/en/news_events/media_kit.html Trading was very heavy on a volume of 242.8 million shares worth 119.6 million dollars. There were 412 advances, 395 declines and 560 issues unchanged. The S&P/TSX Venture Composite Index closed up 8.10 at 1386.04 /T/ Most Active Issues by Volume Volume Name Symbol Close Change

TSX Venture Exchange Daily Bulletins for November 17, 2009

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:44:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) - /T/ TSX VENTURE COMPANIES ABCOURT MINES INC. ("ABI") BULLETIN TYPE: Halt BULLETIN DATE: November 17, 2009 TSX Venture Tier 1 Company Effective at the opening, November 17, 2009, trading in the shares of the Company was halted at the request of the Company, pending an announcement; this regulatory halt is imposed by Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada, the Market Regulator of the Exchange pursuant to the provisions of Section 10.9(1) of the Universal Market I

IIROC: Resume, Landen Capital Corp. and Minati Capital Corp.

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:11:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) - The following issue(s) will resume trading on the TSXV: /T/ Company: LANDEN CAPITAL CORP. formerly Landen Capital Corp. TSXV Symbol: LAN formerly LAN.P Resumption Time: November 18, 2009 9:30AM EDT Company: MINATI CAPITAL CORP. TSXV Symbol: MNN.P Resumption Time: November 18, 2009 9:30AM EDT /T/

Citadel Unitholders Overwhelmingly Approve Blue Ribbon's Reorganization and Merger Proposals

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:58:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) - Blue Ribbon Fund Management Ltd. ("Blue Ribbon") announces that the reorganization and merger proposals were overwhelmingly approved today by unitholders of Citadel Diversified Investment Trust ("CTD")(TSX:CTD.UN) and Series S-1 Income Fund ("SRC") (TSX:SRC.UN). The proposals received very high support levels of approximately 95% for CTD and approximately 98% for SRC of all votes cast. Blue Ribbon is expected to take over as administrator of the Funds on or about November 20, 2009. Shortly thereafter, CTD is expected to be renamed Blue Ribbon Income Fund. Upon taking over as administrator, Blue Ribbon will enact all of the features of the Blue Ribbon reorganization proposal, namely:

70 Companies Confirmed to Present at OneMedForum 2010 Investment Conference

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:48:00 EST

OneMedPlace's Third Annual Finance Conference for Emerging Public and Private Healthcare Companies Will Be Held January 12-14 at San Francisco's Sir Francis Drake Hotel.

Incoming, Inc. CEO Ephren Taylor to Deliver Keynote Address Before the Christian Chamber of Commerce

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:28:00 EST

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - November 17, 2009) - Incoming, Inc. (OTCBB: ICNN), Wall Street Journal's 2009 best-selling author of "Creating Success from the Inside Out," Ephren W. Taylor II, will deliver the keynote address at the Christian Chamber of Commerce's annual luncheon today, November 17, 2009.
Mr. Taylor, CEO of brand acceleration firm Incoming, Inc., is a popular celebrity wealth strategist in the financial and Christian media sectors and host of Creating Success, an inspirational financial awareness television program currently reaching over one hundred million viewers weekly on the Word and BET networks. The program is produced by media agency Pentrose, LLC, an Incoming, Inc. portfolio company.

Paulson Investment Company, Inc.'s Washington Asset Management Hires Sara Lalande

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:12:00 EST

BELLEVUE, WA--(Marketwire - November 17, 2009) - Washington Asset Management, an affiliate of Paulson Investment Company, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Paulson Capital Corp. (NASDAQ: PLCC), has hired experienced financial consultant Sara LaLande as a Vice President in the Bellevue, Washington office. Miss LaLande brings nearly a decade of expertise in financial services as well as a wealth of regional contacts. Sara joins the Washington Asset Management (WAM) office as a Vice President focusing on the 401k market.

IIROC: Halt, WWI Resources Ltd.

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:42:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) - The following issue(s) have been halted on the TSXV today /T/ Company / Compagnie: WWI Resources Ltd. TSX-V Symbol / Symbole: WWI Reason / Motif: Company request pending news Halt Time (ET) / Heure de l'Arret: 13:17 e.t. /T/

Alaris Royalty Corp. Declares Monthly Dividend

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:52:00 EST

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) - Alaris Royalty Corp. ("Alaris" or the "Corporation") (TSX:AD) announced today that the Board of Directors of the Corporation has declared a dividend of $0.07 per share on the Corporation's outstanding voting common shares and non-voting common shares (collectively, the "ARC Shares").�The dividend is payable on December 15, 2009 to holders of ARC Shares of record at the close of business on November 30, 2009.

Thunderhead Appoints Phil Walker as Managing Director of Europe and Asia Pacific

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:18:00 EST

Former SVP of Capgemini Joins Thunderhead to Spearhead Its Expansion Plans

Northstar Electronics, Inc. (NEIK) Announces Its 2009 Third Quarter Results

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:15:00 EST

VANCOUVER, BC--(Marketwire - November 17, 2009) - Northstar Electronics, Inc. (OTCBB: NEIK), specializing in aeronautics contract manufacturing and underwater sonar manufacturing, announces its 2009 third quarter results.
For the quarter ended September 30, 2009, the Company reported total revenues of USD$879,565 compared with USD$615,378 in 2008 representing an increase of 42.2% over the previous year. The Company incurred a net loss of USD$288,009 or $0.01 per share compared with a net loss of USD$332,604 or $0.01 per share for the same period in 2008, representing a decrease of 13.4%. Salary expenses (10.7% reduction) were effectively maintained where possible and material margins were tightened. The Company has striven to increase revenues quarter by quarter this year and this period further demonstrates that undertaking.

IIROC: Resumption; Royal Laser Corp.

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:12:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) - /T/ Company / Compagnie Royal Laser Corp. TSX Symbol / Symbole RLC Resumption / Reprise 12:30 /T/

Calamos Advantaged Income Fund Files Preliminary Prospectus

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:03:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) - Legend Investment Partners Inc. (the "Manager"), as manager, announces the filing of a preliminary prospectus for Calamos Advantaged Income Fund (the "Fund") with the securities regulatory authorities of all of the provinces of Canada. The Fund is offering units ("Units") at a price of $25.00 per Unit. Recent market events highlight the need for investment strategies seeking to preserve capital in market downturns and offering the opportunity to participate in rising markets. The Fund will obtain exposure to an actively managed portfolio (the "CAI Portfolio") consisting primarily of global high yield, convertible and equity securities, including covered call writing on quality global equities, employing an enhanced fixed income strategy which will bring together multiple asset classes with broad flexibility to tactically shift among them as market conditions warrant. The CAI Portfolio will be managed by Calamos Advisors LLC (the "Cala

Rick Hillier Joins CEOs, Regulatory Experts and Economists in Addressing Canada's Investment Managers at Annual ICAC Meeting

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:58:00 EST
Wednesday's Conference Expected to Attract 200 Financial Professionals to Hear What Went Wrong With the Economy And How Canada Should Adapt To A New World Order

IIROC: Resumption: Citadel Hytes Units, Citadel Premium Income Fund, Citadel S-1

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:21:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) - /T/ Company Citadel Hytes Units Citadel Premium Income Fund Citadel S-1TR UN TSX Symbol CHF.UN CPF.UN SDL.UN Resumption 11.30 a.m 11.30 a.m 11.30 a.m. /T/

IIROC: Resumption; Citadel Smart Fund; Citadel Stable S-1 Income Fund

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:21:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) - /T/ Company Citadel Smart Fund Citadel Stable S-1 Income Fund TSX Symbol CRT.UN CSR.UN Resumption 11.30 a.m 11.30 a.m /T/

Mavrix Fund Management Inc. is Pleased to Announce the Final Closing for the Mavrix Quebec 2009 Flow Through LP

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:18:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) - Mavrix Fund Management Inc. ("Mavrix") is pleased to announce the final closing of the sale of limited partnership units of Mavrix Quebec 2009 Flow Through LP (the "Partnership"). Total gross proceeds raised were $5.347 million. The Partnership will primarily invest in flow-through shares of resource issuers engaged in mineral or oil and gas exploration primarily in the Province of Quebec, with a view to maximizing the tax benefit of an investment in the Units, preserving capital and achieving capital appreciation. The Partnership intends to focus on companies in the intermediate and junior resource sector with advanced exploration programs.

Canadian National Stock Exchange-Delist-Copper One Inc

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:49:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) -

Bulletin 2009- 1119

At the request of the company, Copper One Inc. will be delisted at the close of business today, Tuesday, November 17, 2009.

The common shares of the Company will continue to trade on the TSX Venture Exchange.

Effective Date: Market close, Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Symbol: CUO

IIROC: Resumption, Abcourt Mines Inc.

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:23:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) - /T/ Company: Abcourt Mines Inc. TSX Symbol: ABI - V Resumption: 10:30 am EST Reason: Halted In Error /T/

MarketResearch.com Announces Distribution of Noealt Corporate Services Research

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:08:00 EST

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - November 17, 2009) - As the leading distributor of market intelligence, MarketResearch.com is pleased to announce a business partnership with Noealt Corporate Services which allows for the marketing and distribution of Noealt Corporate Services' proprietary market analyses through the MarketResearch.com website.
The new relationship offers business professionals throughout the world easy access to complete product descriptions and tables of contents from research publications authored by Noealt Corporate Services. At the same time, visitors to the MarketResearch.com website have the ability to purchase the material directly through MarketResearch.com's secure server.

Invesco PowerShares Lists Build America Bond ETF (BAB) on NYSE Arca

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:02:00 EST

CHICAGO, IL--(Marketwire - November 17, 2009) - Invesco PowerShares, a leading provider of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), announced the PowerShares Build America Bond Portfolio began trading today on the NYSE Arca under the ticker symbol BAB. The portfolio is the first ETF designed to provide investors access to the Build America Bond program developed as part of the federal stimulus plan enacted in February 2009.
"With more than $48 billion in Build America Bonds being issued thus far, we have seen a great deal of interest in the program; however, retail investors for the most part have had limited access to this important market," said Ben Fulton, executive vice president -- global product development of Invesco PowerShares. "We believe the PowerShares Build America Bond Portfolio provides a convenient, cost effective way to invest in taxable, investment grade municipal bonds, which tend to have yields commensurate with similarly rated corporate bonds. Furthermor

NuMobile, Inc. Builds Sales Momentum and Edges Closer to $20 Million Project Milestone

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:50:00 EST

Company Releases Project Review Webcast

IIROC: Halt; Citadel Hytes Units, Citadel Premium Income Fund, Citadel S-1TR UN, Citadel Smart Fund, Citadel Stable S-1 Income Fund, Royal Laser Corp

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:44:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) - The following issue(s) have been halted today: /T/ Company: Citadel Citadel Premium Citadel Hytes Units Income Fund S-1TR UN TSX Symbol: CHF.UN CPF.UN SDL.UN Reason: Pending News Pending News Pending News Halt Time (ET): 9.20 a.m. 9.20 a.m. 9.20 a.m. Company: Citadel Citadel Stable Royal Laser Smart Fund S-1 Income Fund Corp

Templeton Releases Closed-End Fund's Portfolio Allocation Update

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:41:00 EST

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL--(Marketwire - November 17, 2009) - �The Templeton closed-end Fund referenced below, which trades on the New York Stock Exchange, today released a portfolio allocation update containing the following information as of October 31, 2009:

Asset Allocation

Portfolio Characteristics

Net Currency Distribution

Country Distribution

To obtain a copy of the update, please contact Fund Information at 1-800-342-5236.

IIROC: Halt, Abcourt Mines Inc.

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:36:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) - The following issue(s) have been halted on the TSXV today: /T/ Company / Compagnie: Abcourt Mines Inc. TSX V Symbol / Symbole: ABI Reason / Motif: Request of company pending news Halt Time (ET) / Heure de l'Arret: 9:24:00 EST /T/

IIROC: Halt, Intuitivo Capital Corp. and Axea Capital Corp.

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:32:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) - The following issue(s) have been halted on the TSXV today: /T/ Company / Compagnie: Intuitivo Capital Corp. TSXV Symbol / Symbole: ITU.P - V Reason / Motif: Company request pending news Halt Time / Heure de l'Arret: At the open Company / Compagnie: Axea Capital Corp. TSXV Symbol / Symbole: XEA.P - V Reason / Motif: Company request pending news H

IIROC: Resume, Geo Minerals Ltd. and Lovitt Res Inc.

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:29:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) - The following issue(s) will resume trading on the TSXV today: /T/ Company / Compagnie: Geo Minerals Ltd. TSXV Symbol / Symbole: GM Resumption Time / Reprise: 9:30 ET Company / Compagnie: Lovitt Res Inc. TSXV Symbol / Symbole: LRC Resumption Time / Reprise: 9:30 ET /T/

Advent Introduces Index Data Service for Advent Portfolio Exchange(R) Clients

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:10:00 EST

New Service Allows Users to Download Index Performance Data Directly Into Advent's Award-Winning Portfolio Management Solution

IIROC: Resumption, Crowflight Minerals Inc. and Black Diamond Income Fund

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:04:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 17, 2009) - /T/ Company: Crowflight Minerals Inc TSX Symbol: CML Resumption: Opening Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 Company: Black Diamond Income Fund TSX Symbol: BDI.UN Resumption: Opening Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 /T/

ALPS Delivers Another Innovative Asset Management Solution With New Long-Short Fund

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST

Solution-Based Partnership With GNI Capital Produces Alternative Investment Offering From Manager With Proven Track Record

Brinx Resources and Partners Initiate Drilling of Two More Wells at Successful 2009-3 Oklahoma Project

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST

ALBUQUERQUE, NM--(Marketwire - November 17, 2009) - Brinx Resources Ltd. (OTCBB: BNXR) (the "Company" or "Brinx") is pleased to report that the drilling of two new wells at the 2009-3 Oklahoma Project has commenced. These two well locations were based on positive anomalies discovered by 3-D seismic surveys and will target the same pay zones encountered in the Company's successful 2008-3 wells and the 2009-3-1 well.
As previously announced, the first of the three wells in 2009-3 Oklahoma Project drill program (2009-3-1) appears to have been a significant new discovery. Electric well logs and a drill stem test that flowed both oil and gas indicate the strong likelihood of another producing well for the Company. Logs also indicate that the well has as many as nine separate potential pay zones in three separate geological formations. The successful well from the 2008-3 program in the same area has been in production s

Jon Newhard Joins Kaplan Compliance Solutions as Chief Operating Officer

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:53:00 EST

INDIANAPOLIS, IN--(Marketwire - November 17, 2009) - Kaplan Compliance Solutions (KCS) (http://www.kaplancs.com), a leading provider of technology and services that eliminate paperwork and reduce compliance risk for companies in the insurance and securities industries, today announced that Jon Newhard has recently joined as Chief Operating Officer.
Newhard joins KCS from Infonic, plc of Reston, Va., where he served as Senior Vice President and Managing Director of the Geo-Replicator division, the company's largest division. Prior to Infonic, Newhard held high-level positions with SAP and Siebel Systems, where he helped grow two businesses to $100 million in revenue.

Xceedium(R) Extends Its Award-Winning Access Control and Audit Capabilities to Mainframe and Virtualized Environments

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:36:00 EST

New Version of Xceedium GateKeeper Provides Comprehensive Support for Centralized Computing Models

xRM Global Enters the Wealth Intelligence Market With Ockham Research, LLC Acquisition

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:30:00 EST

"Information Slicing Technology enables the wealth management industry to regain touch and trust with its client base"

Need for Returns Is Driving Investors' Demand for New Products, Global Investments and Broader Asset Classes, According to Capco

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:30:00 EST

Capco Introduces North American Wealth & Investment Management Group to Meet Client Demand for Growth, While Enhancing Risk Management and Operating Efficiency

Going Green Makes Sense for Commercial Real Estate Market

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

Climate change challenge may provide opportunities

PIMCO Launches Enhanced Short Maturity Strategy Fund, an Actively Managed ETF

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:00:00 EST

'MINT' Accesses PIMCO's Investment Process, Aiming to Help Cash Investors Earn Better Yields

AXcess News: Kinross Gold Bids on Teryl Resources Gil Property

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 21:01:00 EST

NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - November 16, 2009) - Kinross Gold has made a bid to buyout Teryl Resources (TSX-V: TRC) (OTCBB: TRYLF) 20% stake in the Gil joint venture gold property that adjoins Kinross' Fort Knox mine outside of Anchorage Alaska. Terms of the deal were not disclosed, though Kinross' CEO Tye Burt had let slip during a mining conference in October that global supplies were dwindling and companies would need to find more sources. And in this case, Burt didn't have to look too far with Teryl Resources property just miles from one of the biggest gold mines in Alaska -- Fort Knox.

CPS Reports 2009 Third Quarter Operating Results

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:30:00 EST

IRVINE, CA--(Marketwire - November 16, 2009) - Consumer Portfolio Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: CPSS) ("CPS" or the "Company") today announced operating results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2009.
Total revenues for the third quarter of 2009 were $52.8 million, a decrease of approximately $38.9 million, or 42.4%, compared to $91.7 million for the third quarter of 2008. Total operating expenses for the third quarter of 2009 were $57.1 million, a decrease of $47.3 million, or 45.3%, as compared to $104.4 million for the 2008 period.

WCSB 2008-II Income Fund Declares Dividend

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:57:00 EST

CALGARY, ALBERTA--(Marketwire - Nov. 16, 2009) - WCSB Oil & Gas Royalty Income 2008-II Management Corp.'s Board of Directors, the General Partner of WCSB Oil & Gas Royalty Income 2008-II Limited Partnership ("WCSB 2008-II Income Fund" or "WCSB") has approved a distribution of dividends of $0.70 per unit, payable November 30th, 2009, to unitholders of record on November 20, 2009.

WCSB's mandate is to pay investors regular monthly distributions from the revenue realized from its gross over-riding royalties i.e. from the sale of WCSB's portion of the oil & gas produced from each well that it owns royalties on.

TSX Venture Exchange Daily Bulletins for November 16, 2009

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:48:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 16, 2009) - /T/ TSX VENTURE COMPANIES AMADOR GOLD CORP. ("AGX") BULLETIN TYPE: Private Placement-Non-Brokered, Amendment BULLETIN DATE: November 16, 2009 TSX Venture Tier 2 Company Further to the bulletin dated October 9, 2009 with respect to the private placement announced September 25, 2009, TSX Venture Exchange has been advised that the private placement has been adjusted from 13,805,000 non-flow-through shares at a price of $0.06 per non- flow- t

TSX Venture Exchange Closing Summary for November 16, 2009

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:46:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 16, 2009) - The following report is available on tsx.com at the following web page: http://www.tsx.com/en/news_events/media_kit.html TSX Venture Exchange Closing Summary for November 16, 2009 Trading was very heavy on a volume of 278.8 million shares worth 179.5 million dollars. There were 412 advances, 381 declines and 612 issues unchanged. The S&P/TSX Venture Composite Index closed up 18.04 at 1377.94 /T/ Most Active Issues by Volume

Princeton National Bancorp, Inc. & Citizens First National Bank Announce Retirement of Tony J. Sorcic, President & CEO/Director

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:45:00 EST

PRINCETON, IL--(Marketwire - November 16, 2009) - Princeton National Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: PNBC), the holding company of Citizens First National Bank, and Citizens First National Bank today announced the retirement of President & CEO/Director Tony J. Sorcic effective February 1, 2010. Sorcic joined the staff of Citizens First National Bank in August of 1981 as Assistant Vice President of Operations. He was promoted several times during his employment at Citizens, was appointed to the Boards of Directors of both the Company and the Bank in 1986 and in 1995 Sorcic became President & CEO of Citizens.

CNH to Participate in Citi North American Credit Conference

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:35:00 EST

BURR RIDGE, IL--(Marketwire - November 16, 2009) - CNH today announced that it will participate in the 2009 Citi North American Credit Conference, which takes place November 17-18 at 388 Greenwich Street Conference Center, New York City. The conference will include a presentation at 9:10 a.m. EST on November 18 by Albert S. Trefts, Jr., Senior Director Investor Relations & Capital Markets.
To listen to the webcast, please visit: http://www.veracast.com/webcasts/citigroup/credit09/37202252.cfm. A replay of this event will be available one hour after its conclusion until February 16, 2010. The link to the webcast can also be accessed through CNH's corporate website at www.cnh.com.

IIROC: Halt; Black Diamond Income Fund

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:20:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 16, 2009) - /T/ Company / Compagnie: Black Diamond Income Fund TSX Symbol / Symbole: BDI.UN Reason / Motif: Pending News Halt Time (ET) / Heure de l'Arret: 04.04 p.m /T/

National Investment Managers Inc. Reports Third Quarter Earnings

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:16:00 EST

Revenue up 18.4% Year to Date; EBITDA SBC up 12.6% Year to Date; Third Quarter EBITDA SBC Exceeds $2.0 Million

IIROC: Halt, Crowflight Minerals Inc.

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:14:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 16, 2009) - /T/ Company: Crowflight Minerals Inc. TSX Symbol: CML Reason: Pending News Halt Time (ET): 4:00pm /T/

IIROC: Resume, LIFEBANK CORP.

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:13:00 EST
VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Nov. 16, 2009) - The following issue(s) will resume trading on the TSXV: /T/ Company: LIFEBANK CORP. TSXV Symbol: LBK Resumption Time: November 17, 2009 9:30AM EDT /T/

Bancroft Fund Ltd. Declares Year-End Distribution of Investment Income

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:07:00 EST

MORRISTOWN, NJ--(Marketwire - November 16, 2009) - The Board of Trustees of Bancroft Fund Ltd. (NYSE Amex: BCV) declared its one hundred fifty-sixth quarterly dividend today.
The $0.256 per share dividend is payable from net investment income on December 28, 2009 to shareholders of record November 27, 2009.
SHAREHOLDERS MEETING DATE: The trustees also set February 8, 2010 as the date of the annual shareholders meeting, with a record date of December 16, 2009.

Highbury Financial Inc. Reports Financial and Operating Results for the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2009

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:01:00 EST

DENVER, CO--(Marketwire - November 16, 2009) - Highbury Financial Inc. (OTCBB: HBRF) (OTCBB: HBRFW) (OTCBB: HBRFU)

-- Company Reports Basic EPS of $0.08 and Diluted EPS of $0.07 and Basic Cash EPS of $0.10 and Diluted Cash EPS of $0.09 for the Third Quarter of 2009 -- Company Reports Basic EPS of $0.20 and Diluted EPS of $0.19 and Basic Cash EPS of $0.28 and Diluted Cash EPS of $0.27 for the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2009

Charter Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX VENTURE:CRH.UN) Announces Distribution of $0.01333 Per Unit

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:59:00 EST

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 16, 2009) - �Charter Real Estate Investment Trust� ("Charter REIT") (TSX VENTURE:CRH.UN) is pleased to announce a $0.01333 per unit distribution for November 2009. The distribution will be paid on December 15, 2009 to unitholders of record on November 30, 2009.

Charter REIT currently has approximately 18,448,541 trust units outstanding.

Distribution Reinvestment Plan

IIROC: Resumption, PC Gold Inc

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:59:00 EST
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Nov. 16, 2009) - /T/ Company / Compagnie PC Gold Inc TSX Symbol / Symbole PKL Resumption / Reprise 03.15 p.m. /T/

49 North 2009 Resource Flow-Through Limited Partnership Raises $2,853,750 at the First Closing of Its Initial Public Offering

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:44:00 EST

SASKATOON, SASKATCHEWAN--(Marketwire - Nov. 16, 2009) -

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49 North 2009 Resource Flow-Through Limited Partnership (the "2009 Fund") is pleased to announce that the limited partnership has�raised gross proceeds in an amount equal to CDN $2,853,750 at the first closing of its initial public offering. A total of 285,375 limited partnership units were sold at an issue price of CDN $10.00 per unit. Subsequent closings up to the maximum offering amount of $10,000,000 (in aggregate) may occur prior to December 31, 2009.