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BRAMPTON, ON / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / Consumer Choice Award is proud to announce that Little Galaxy Childcare & Montessori has been named the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the Daycare category for Peel Region. This recognition reflects the centre's commitment to creating a supportive, engaging environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive.

H1 Revenues of $7.6 million and Controlled Net Loss

DALLAS, TX / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / Consumer Choice Award is proud to announce that Terminix has been named the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the Pest Control category for Dallas-Fort Worth. This recognition reflects the company's enduring reputation for reliable service, industry expertise, and customer satisfaction.

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / Consumer Choice Award is proud to announce that Toronto Comfort Zone has been named the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the Fireplace Sales & Service category for Toronto Central. This recognition reflects the company's strong reputation for quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction across the Greater Toronto Area.

MARKHAM, ON / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / Consumer Choice Award is proud to announce that The Renovators of Canada has been named the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the Kitchen & Bathroom Renovator category for York Region. This recognition reflects the company's commitment to craftsmanship, professionalism, and delivering a consistent, well-managed renovation experience for homeowners.

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / Consumer Choice Award is proud to announce that E.W. Smith Roofing Inc. has been named the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the Roofing category for Toronto Central. This recognition marks the company's fourteenth Consumer Choice Award win, reflecting its consistent reputation for quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.

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Proposed partnership would be expected to integrate, if completed, with Nepra's pending Idaho bottling acquisition and support beverage infrastructure, fulfillment, and operational capabilities.

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / Alset AI Ventures Inc. (TSXV:GPUS)(OTCQB:GPUSD)(FSE:1R60)(WKN:A40M0J) ("Alset AI" or the "Company"), an artificial intelligence ("AI") venture company advancing innovation through strategic investment and cloud computing solutions, announces that its 100% owned Lyken.AI ("Lyken") has executed its first quarterly renewal under its previously announced cloud compute services agreement with a leading multinational technology and telecommunications company.

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / Revival Gold Inc. (TSXV:RVG)(OTCQX:RVLGF) ("Revival Gold" or the "Company") is pleased to provide an update on development at the Company's Mercur Gold Project ("Mercur" or the "Project") in Utah.

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / Metallic Minerals Corp. (TSX.V:MMG)(OTCQB:MMNGF)(FSE:9MM1) ("Metallic" or the "Company") is pleased to provide an update on the growth of its Yukon alluvial gold royalty portfolio, where the Company is advancing from a single producing operation into a diversified, multi-operator royalty platform across the Klondike Goldfields near Dawson City and Mayo Goldfields near Keno Hill in the Yukon Territory.

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / Guanajuato Silver Company Ltd. (the "Company" or "GSilver") (TSXV:GSVR)(OTCQX:GSVRF) is pleased to announce the accelerated partial repayment of the Company's gold loan with Ocean Partners UK Ltd. The Company announces that it has repaid 1,580.4 ounces of gold, which represents one full year of payments. This repayment was made from cash on hand, and the Company's obligations under the gold loan are now fully paid until May 2027. For clarity, the gold loan's maturity date is April 2028 (See GSilver news release dated April 28, 2025).

VANCOUVER, BC / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / Lupaka Gold Corp. ("Lupaka" or the "Company") (TSXV:LPK)(FRA:LQP) advises as to its current progress in pursing receipt of the proceeds of the ICSID Arbitration AWARD announced by the Company on July 2, 2025.

Step-Out Drilling Continues to Expand the Contention zone of Oxide Au/Ag MineralizationThese drill holes expand the northern portion of the Contention target to the west and depth, with multiple mineralized zonesDrill holes TR26 15-19 have encountered multiple mineralized zones expanding the northern Contention target area including intersections of 121.9 m averaging 0.29 gpt Au and 11.3 gpt Ag (0.50 gpt AuEq), 53.2 m of 0.78 gpt Au and 31.94 gpt Ag (1.36 gpt AuEq) and of 66.9 m averaging 1.05 gpt Au and 23.21 gpt Ag (1.47 gpt AuEq)70 RC holes including 5 pre-collars and 8 core holes have now been drilled in the 2025-2026 drill program with 9 drill holes pending final analysis as the drilling campaign continues

CRANBROOK, BC / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / Eagle Plains Resources Ltd. (TSX-V:EPL)(OTCQB:EGPLF) ("EPL" or "Eagle Plains") is pleased to announce results from a 2025 reconnaissance field program at the newly acquired, 6595 ha Orbit Project, located in the northern Toodoggone District of BC. Geologic observations from a single day of field work, with a 5-person crew, resulted in 39 rocks samples and the discovery of gold, copper, and silver mineralization associated with a remote sensing anomaly. Particularly strong alteration and mineralization was noted over a distance of 300m in the Calypso Zone. The 2025 field program was jointly funded by Sun Summit Minerals Corp. ("Sun Summit") and conducted by TerraLogic Exploration Inc. ("Terralogic") of Cranbrook, BC under the direction of Jarrod Brown, P.Geo.

SHANGHAI, CN / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / Saint Bella Group recently announced that its investment in and entered a strategic partnership with L Catterton, the leading consumer-focused private equity firm affiliated with LVMH. Managing roughly $40 billion in equity capital and with investments in over 300 renowned consumer brands worldwide, L Catterton will collaborate with Saint Bella on technology innovation, international expansion, and the development of a premium brand ecosystem. This deep cooperation aims to power Saint Bella's evolution into a global multi brand household care group.

HONG KONG, HK / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / SouthGobi Resources Ltd. (Hong Kong Stock Exchange ("HKEX"):1878, TSX Venture Exchange ("TSX-V"):SGQ) (the "Company" or "SouthGobi") today announces its financial and operating results for the three months ended March 31, 2026. All figures are in U.S. dollars ("USD") unless otherwise stated.

May session to review Q1 2026 financial results alongside an investor-focused look at the companion animal market for veterinary technology and Zomedica's integrated small-animal portfolio, spanning in-clinic diagnostics, therapeutic solutions, and procedural care tools driving recurring revenue across companion animal veterinary practices

Consecutive Quarters of Positive Adjusted EBITDA and Positive Free Cash Flow as Pivotree Accelerates AI-Enabled Service Transformation

News Release Highlights:Battery X Metals has taken delivery of three next-generation lithium-ion battery rebalancing machines incorporating design enhancements aligned with the Company's evolving product and platform strategy, representing an important milestone in the continued advancement of its patent-pending battery rebalancing technology.The newly delivered rebalancing machines are expected to support expanded real-world validation activities, continued adapter development for multiple electric vehicle battery architectures, and ongoing technical and commercial evaluation initiatives.Battery X Metals intends to utilize the newly delivered rebalancing machines across research and development, product demonstrations, pilot initiatives, and engagement activities involving prospective strategic partners and industry participants as it advances commercialization readiness initiatives for its battery rebalancing technology.

CALGARY, AB / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / Valeura Energy Inc. (TSX:VLE)(OTCQX:VLERF) ("Valeura" or the "Company") reports its unaudited financial and operating results for the three month period ended 31 March 2026.

CALGARY, AB / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / Touchstone Exploration Inc. ("Touchstone", "we", "our" or the "Company") (TSX:TXP)(LSE:TXP) reports its operating and condensed financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2026 and provides an operational update.

Global analyst firm positions Akkodis as an Enterprise Innovator in agentic AI services

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / May 14, 2026 / Consumer Choice Award is proud to announce that Lexus of Oakville has been named the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the Automobile Dealers - Lexus category for the Greater Toronto Area. This recognition reflects the dealership's commitment to delivering a premium customer experience that extends far beyond the purchase of a vehicle.

The United States on Wednesday renewed an offer of $100 million in aid for Cuba, pressuring its longtime nemesis to cooperate as it weathers an economic crisis that includes prolonged blackouts.

Pep Guardiola said all Manchester City can do is stay alive and hope for an Arsenal slip-up in the Premier League title race after a 3-0 win against Crystal Palace on Wednesday.

Manchester City's second string eased past Crystal Palace 3-0 on Wednesday to climb just two points behind Premier League leaders Arsenal with two games remaining of a captivating title race.

Lebanon's health ministry said 22 people including eight children were killed on Wednesday as Israel intensified strikes on the country, with several deadly raids hitting south of Beirut.

Newly-crowned Spanish champions Barcelona suffered a 1-0 defeat by Alaves on Wednesday, ending their bid to match the all-time La Liga record points total of 100.

A Chicago jury began deliberations Wednesday afternoon in a suit brought against Boeing by family members of a 24-year-old American who perished in a 2019 Boeing 737 MAX crash.

Paris Saint-Germain secured their fifth straight French Ligue 1 title on Wednesday as Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's strike set up a decisive 2-0 win away to nearest rivals Lens.

Inter Milan won the Italian Cup on Wednesday after beating Lazio 2-0 and completing a domestic double alongside their 21st Serie A title.