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MISSISSAUGA, ON, Jan. 23, 2024 /CNW/ -Subaru Canada, Inc. (SCI) is pleased to announce that the Subaru Crosstrek and Subaru Outback have once again been recognized as part of the AutoTRADER2024 Awards program. The Subaru Crosstrek was named best subcompact SUV and the Outback was named best compact SUV for the second year in a row.

For the AutoHEBDO Awards, a jury of more than 20 experienced automotive journalists examined all vehicles available for sale in Canada and selected the best among them in 28 categories.

“It's impressive to see the Subaru Crosstrek and Outback achieve repeat victories,” said AutoTRADER Editor-in-Chief JodiLai. These two models continue to impress the AutoHEBDO jury with their practical and user-friendly nature, their standard safety features and the confidence they provide to Canadian drivers in the winter. Congratulations to the Subaru team for this duo of excellent crossovers.

The all-new for 2024 Crosstrek continues to delight consumers with its refined comfort, bold new design and generous list of standard features. The recently launched Crosstrek Wilderness expands the lineup with the most rugged and adventurous Crosstrek ever built.

The Subaru Outback continues to delight Canadians with its exceptional capabilities, versatility and unique configuration. Winner of the IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ award, the Subaru Outback boasts exceptional refinement and capabilities that complement the world-class safety it offers.

We are grateful and proud to receive these awards for the Crosstrek and Outback,” said Tomohiro Kubota, chairman, president and CEO of Subaru Canada Inc. “These awards demonstrate the shared commitment and passion of everyone involved. Members of our team and affirm our desire to achieve excellence in everything we do.

About Subaru Canada, Inc.

Subaru Canada, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Subaru Corporation of Japan. Headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, the company markets and distributes Subaru vehicles, parts and accessories through a network of 95 authorized dealers across Canada. All Subaru products are manufactured in zero-landfill factories. For more information, visit www.subaru.ca or www.pr.subaru.ca or follow us @SubaruCanada on X

SOURCE Subaru Canada Inc.

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In the midst of isolation, while spending most of my time online, I came across the book “Digital Minimalism: Reconnecting to the Essential in a Saturated World” by computer science researcher Cal Newport. Seduced by the idea of ​​starting a “big digital cleanup” and joining a movement with the grandiose name “Attention Resistance,” despite my dead eyes in my head, I devoured the digital book, but without taking any action, my digital life to clean up. The chapter about the “unbalanced arms race” between GAFAM 1 and GAFAM 1 particularly touched us: I saw how we became more and more like the people in the movie WALL-E, so absorbed in their screen that they no longer paid attention to what what happened. surrounds them (you just have to walk through the corridor of a public place to see for yourself). Still, Newport's emphasis on individual productivity annoyed me. I wasn't convinced that productivity was what we needed 2.

Before anyone criticizes me for comparing myself to the characters from WALL-E, let me say that I am also talking about myself. Ten years before lockdown, on the verge of exhaustion in a busy professional life, I scrolled through my Twitter feed for hours between shifts. I know these feelings of stress, combined with overwork, of paralysis and, above all, of dismay at having wasted all this time instead of creating or discussing something in real life.

For my decision to leave social media and other GAFAM services (since it is impossible to completely leave the digital world even without a computer), two events took place:

To get out of this circus in which I have been invested for far too long, I attacked on several fronts: I subscribed to media newsletters and certain paper publications; I had my iPhone SE repaired for the umpteenth time and started shrinking it (making it a dumbphone) by eliminating most applications and turning the screen black and white; I reduced my data plan; I “forgot” my phone in the bottom of my bag or in my office; I deleted my previous posts on Facebook and Instagram, the first step to permanently closing my accounts.

With this I hope to preserve a part of humanity, the one who learns to identify the birds in his garden, who designs exciting projects after a few hours of boredom, who cooks with his aunt without thinking that she has anything else is it better to do it.

What do we do?

We'll wait to read the second part of this column to see how I feel and then give it a try. Or we can try tomorrow and talk to me in person.

In any case, we read.

On the subject of the centrality of social media in our lives and the tragedies that can result from it, I was completely captivated by Delphine de Vigan's latest novel, Children Are Kings (Gallimard), of rare clarity.

We listen too.

The episode of France Culture's Avec Philosophy podcast entitled “Our attention is subject to overstimulation” is in some ways a relief: in this world marked by acceleration, our exhaustion is expected; Still, there are ways to avoid the worst… if everyone does it.

1. Google, Apple, Facebook, Amazon and Microsoft. Some companies changed their name, but the acronym remained.

2. Newport's next book will likely be about slow productivity. How far will this concept move away from the dominant neoliberal vision that values ​​individualism and competitiveness?

3. The numbers and elements come from the “Chemins de Transition Digital Challenge” report (https://cheminsdetransition.org/les-ressources/defi-numerique/) and the two “Shifters Montréal” reports (Montreal, Quebec, Canada: digital to what extent? and The environmental impact of digital technology in Quebec and Canada), available online.

ADVERTISING. Already known for the variety and quality of its accommodation offer, the Parc Massif du Sud has been offering outdoor enthusiasts a new high-end product for several weeks with the arrival of five new Éclipse Ready to Camping products, a unique product , which is produced in Quebec together with the company Biome from Saint-Nicolas (Lévis).

“These new accommodations, with large windows and facing the forest, allow users to enjoy a new, immersive experience in nature, very close to hiking trails, mountain bike trails or cross-country ski trails,” explains the general director of the Parc Massif du South, Jean François Préfontaine.

A large interior that can accommodate up to five people is what you will find in our Eclipse Ready-to-Camp. (Photo courtesy – Parc Massif du Sud)

These ready-to-use campsites, called Eclipse des Explorateurs, Eclipse des Randonneurs, Eclipse des Nomades, Eclipse des Montagnards and Eclipse des Voyageurs, are located less than 100 meters from the Desjardins pavilion and allow users to take advantage of all the services available. Be it the sanitary facilities with showers, the multi-purpose room for groups, the kitchen area or the dining and lounge room.

These are scheduled to be electrified over the course of 2024, which will increase user comfort.

“We are in the heart of the park and it is also within walking distance from the reception station,” continues Mr. Préfontaine, adding that Eclipse ready-to-camp is aimed at singles as well as couples or families.

At this point we would like to emphasize that what sets the Éclipse camp-ready accommodation apart from other accommodation of this type is that it is a “100% Chaudière-Appalaches” integrated product, designed by a company in the region, Biome which has adapted its basic concept to the needs of the Parc Massif du Sud and its customers.

“This is part of an environmentally conscious mission where we create a connection between wood, a renewable resource that is ubiquitous, a canvas that can be recycled and buildings in the middle of nature. “We offer people an outdoor experience and that is part of our mission,” Mr. Préfontaine also specifies, adding that the arrival of these ready-to-live-in campers will allow the Parc Massif du Sud to increase its reception capacity and promote retention Region is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts in the Quebec and Chaudière-Appalaches regions.

A product for families

“I'm someone who enjoys going to regional parks, and I design my accommodations as if I were the one using them. We respond to a need. It is comfortable, durable and almost maintenance-free,” says Mr. Ghislain Rousseau, founder of Biome, adding that this new product is aimed at different types of customers. “It is important that grandparents can come here with their grandchildren. We even have space for playpens. It is truly a product for families,” he emphasizes, mentioning that each Ready to Camp product is designed and manufactured based on three specific criteria: comfort, durability and safety.

The Parc Massif du Sud is a great place to enjoy nature in summer and winter. (Photo courtesy – Parc Massif du Sud)

Jean François Préfontaine also recalls that the Parc Massif du Sud worked closely with Biome in the development and production of the new Eclipse ready-to-camp models, adapted to the needs of the park and offering a very low energy bill well insulated and easy to heat in winter. As winter activities develop more and more in winter, the same applies to the shoulder seasons. The park remains open in October and April and is intended to be a four-season destination.
You can practice hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, ski touring, fat biking and mountain biking and children up to 12 years old have free entry to the Parc du Massif du Sud. The equipment is also available for rental for those who wish to reserve it.

Breathtaking images, this is what the Parc Massif du Sud offers you (photo courtesy of the Parc Massif du Sud)

“People who come at this time want to find a job, relax in the forest, play sports or even work in complete peace. “We have free Wi-Fi access in the Desjardins pavilion and we have priority here too,” he specifies, mentioning that the new Éclipse Ready-to-Camps, located in the new Bouleaux campsite inaugurated last year, by vehicle are accessible in summer.

“With Eclipse ready-to-camp we offer our customers a higher quality product with a certain level of service, but our accommodation offering also includes prospector tents, shelters, mini-PODs, mega-pods and campsites for tents, small motorhomes and small trailers.

These are products in different price ranges for all types of customers. As a regional park, our mission is to facilitate access to nature and this includes services and prices adapted to everyone,” continues Jean François Préfontaine, adding that three new wild winter campsites are also accessible in the Beaudoin sector, including five.

New developments to report

Since the start of the winter season in mid-December, the Parc Massif du Sud has been offering a major new one-night rental service from Sunday to Thursday (excluding public holidays) of its various accommodations and campsites. However, interested parties must book two nights on the weekend. Reservations for the 2024 season are ongoing and several dates for Valentine's Day, Spring Break and Summer Break are still available.

Eclipse Ready to Camp accommodation, like all accommodation, can be rented at advantageous prices and offers various options for families to benefit from privileged access to nature at a low cost. Not to be forgotten is the rental of equipment at a more than affordable price.

All reservations are made online at www.massifdusud.com or by phone at 418 469-2228.

The Desjardins pavilion is located in the heart of the Parc Massif du Sud outdoor network and close to the new campsites. (Photo courtesy – Parc Massif du Sud)

The latest smartphone models Galaxy S24 and S24+ from Samsung set new market standards with their remarkable capabilities, especially in the area of ​​video games. By embedding an Exynos 2400 chip, it is more efficient than the Ultra version Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, but also other gaming phones.

The Galaxy S24+ equipped with the processor delivers surprising expectations Samsung's Exynos 2400 doesn't just outperform the Galaxy S24 Ultra with its Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, but also special gaming smartphones like the Asus ROG Phone 8 and the Red Magic 9 Pro. Even compared to the iPhone 15 Pro, the S24+ stands out for its gaming performance. In fact, the debate between Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets and Samsung's internal processors has been reignited with this new data. The Galaxy S24 Ultra uses the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the S24 and S24+ for Europe are equipped with the Exynos 2400. Contrary to all expectations, it isExynos 2400 showed impressive efficiency in performance testing, especially in video games.

First final tests

Tests with 3DMark Solar Bay, a benchmark that focuses on graphics performance and thermal management during long gaming sessions, underlined this superiority. THE The Galaxy S24+ scored significantly better than the S24 Ultraindicating better stability and more efficient heat management.
These results suggest that the Galaxy S24 and S24+ could position themselves as leading gaming smartphones in 2024. Our initial tests with the Galaxy S24 confirm this trend, with impressive gaming performance despite some overheating under heavy use.
Over and beyond, A comparison with the iPhone 15 Pro showed that the Exynos 2400 is better at some popular games, although this superiority is due to certain texture resolution settings. Additionally, an expected update for the Galaxy S24s could further improve its capabilities.

Apple has increased the security of its customers' data with a new feature available in Monday's update.

The new Device Theft Protection feature – available with IOS 17.3 – aims to improve the security of the iPhone and its owner's Apple ID through additional biometric authentication as well as a security period for access to sensitive data.

“Device Theft Protection provides an additional layer of security when your iPhone is away from familiar locations like your home or work, and helps protect your accounts and personal information if your iPhone is stolen. iPhone,” the company said on its website.

In fact, the first moments after stealing a device or even a bank card are critical as the thief will try to carry out transactions quickly. So with the new security feature, the latter not only have to carry out a second Face ID or Touch ID authentication, but also have to wait an hour before they can access it. This delay therefore gives the phone owner time to report the device as lost.

To enable “Device Theft Protection,” simply go to the “Face ID and Passcode” section in iPhone Settings.

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The Québec solidaire Capitale-Nationale regional association is pleased to announce the big return of the Rendez-vous solidaires in early 2024. These regular events are organized by the various associations in the region to allow members and solidarity activists to discuss various issues in a more informal setting than the traditional general assembly.

For this first edition of the Rendez-vous solidaire 2024, it is the Taschenreau association that gets the ball rolling and is happy to invite you to Les unions qu'ossa next Wednesday, January 31st, from 7 p.m. in the Korrigane bar? invites. Come together in solidarity to negotiate in the public sector.

This evening offers the opportunity to draw a current and regional portrait of negotiations in the public sector with our various guests:

• Sébastien Campana, President of the FTQ Regional Council
• Émilie Charbonneau, second vice-president of the APTS
• Caroline Bouffard, regional president of the SFPQ – Quebec–Chaudière-Appalaches
• Caroline Gravel, President of FIQ – Union of Health Professionals of the Capitale-Nationale

In the unforgiving world of traditional media, TVA Sports executives are currently on a tightrope dealing with the challenges posed by Jean-Charles Lajoie's show.

Journalist Maxime Truman's recent revelations shine a harsh light on the show's disastrous ratings and highlight a thorny dilemma for the network's decision-makers.

Viewer ratings JiC vs Le 5 à 7 (excerpt from @DLCoulisses) ➡️ pic.twitter.com/jcgzVoXM98

— Maxime Truman (@MaximeTruman) January 23, 2024

With an average of just 21,000 viewers per broadcast, Lajoie's show appears to be the worst return on investment for TVA Sports, even though the famous host is the network's highest-paid employee.

Compared to RDS's 5 à 7, which draws an average of 36,000 viewers, the difference in popularity is significant and highlights the challenge facing those in charge of TVA's sports programming.

Like Brendan Gallagher of TVA Sports, Jean-Charles Lajoie represents a thorn in the side of managers because his contract, which runs until 2026, effectively protects him from early dismissal.

This situation leaves those responsible at the station little scope to remedy the situation and adjust their programming schedule.

The parallel to the ice hockey world is striking, where players like Brendan Gallagher are sometimes considered too expensive in relation to their performance on the ice. In Lajoie's case, his high fee does not seem to be justified by the meager viewership of his show.

The traditional media landscape is in crisis, and these viewership numbers reflect a deeper malaise. TVA Sports managers must therefore juggle financial issues while trying to maintain a balance between honoring current contracts and the need to adapt to a changing and demanding audience.

At a time when traditional media is experiencing turmoil, it remains to be seen how TVA Sports will approach this thorny challenge, perhaps hoping to find innovative solutions to breathe new life into its programming niche. Nothing is going well in this area and the future of Lajoie's show could well be the epicenter of the crucial decisions that lie ahead for the network.

Katak, the brave beluga on screens in Vietnam, South Korea, Israel, Turkey, Poland and the Netherlands

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Katak, the brave beluga, the fifth animated feature film from 10e Ave Productions continues its world tour! This week, the animated feature film by Christine Dallaire Dupont and Nicola Lemay, written by Andrée Lambert and produced by Nancy Florence Savard, will hit the screens this Thursday in Israel and the following day in Vietnam. South Korea, Turkey, Poland and the Netherlands will follow in the coming weeks.

Represented in international markets by Attraction Distribution with support from 10e Ave Studio, the rights to the Canadian work, which grossed more than 1.8 million Canadian dollars in box office in Canada, were acquired in more than 110 countries and territories. The Quebec film was released in France for more than 13 weeks last fall Katak, the brave beluga had more than 120,000 entries.

He won numerous awards and was selected at several festivals, including the Annecy International Animated Film Festival and the Iris Prize for Audience and Influence Outside Quebec at the recent Gala Québec Cinéma. Katak, the brave beluga will be shown again under a Canadian roof in February at the European Film Market in Berlin.

Summary of the film

Katak, the brave beluga tells the story of a young beluga whale who is still gray even though he should be white at his age. Due to his developmental delay, he has to stay with females, who also protect him excessively.

When his long-suffering grandmother confides in him that she would like to see the lover he never knew one last time, Katak decides to fulfill his wish and travels secretly from the St. Lawrence River to the Arctic to meet his legendary grandfather find.

During a dangerous journey he meets Cyrano, a self-confident sturgeon. Hunted by the river's largest predator, the infamous killer whale Jack-Knife, Katak forms an unlikely friendship with Jack-Lyn, a vegetarian and Jack-Knife's daughter.

Katak, the brave beluga speaks of filial love, trust, independence and the right to be different against the background of the environment. An exciting, tender and funny story, set in seabeds of unimagined wealth.

Location of Katak, the brave beluga

Katak, le brave béluga

Reviews about Quebec:

https://www.lesoleil.com/2023/02/23/katak-le-brave-beluga-de-courage-et-de-fierte-670754c1cc207c3f0028c3bb85045d11/

https://www.ledevoir.com/culture/cinema/782921/cinema-katak-le-brave-beluga-tres-chere-mer

https://www.journaldequebec.com/2023/02/23/petit-cetace-veut-devenir-grand

https://www.lapresse.ca/cinema/critiques/2023-02-24/katak-le-brave-beluga/majestueux-fleuve-saint-laurent.php

https://www.lapresse.ca/cinema/entreprises/2023-02-24/katak-le-brave-beluga/trois-femmes-et-un-beluga-au-grand-coeur.php

French reviews:

https://www.leparisien.fr/culture-loisirs/cinema/katak-le-brave-beluga-un-film-danimation-pour-appren-en-se-distractant-25-10-2023-ZMYHWO4F5VE4HJWVYC4PXLWOSE.php

https://www.premiere.fr/film/Katak-le-brave-beluga-0/critiques

About 10e Ave Productions

10e Ave Productions is passionate about animated films. The company is behind the production of the first 100% Canadian animated feature film in 3D The Legend of Sarilareleased in 2013. It is also the production company of the successful animated feature film The rooster of St-Victorthe first Canadian animated film produced in French, and Nelly and Simon: Yeti Mission. The rights to the latest animated productionFelix and the Treasure of MorgeaProducts launched in 2021 were sold in more than 170 countries and territories. Katak, the brave beluga is the fifth animated feature film from 10e Ave Productions.

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