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February 10: Lecavalier night in Tampa, Doughty vs. Hedman
Josh Cooper February 10, 2018 0 Comments
Morning Skate Notes5 min read
The Kings worked out off-ice this morning at Amalie Arena in advance of their game at the Tampa Bay Lightning tonight. Though the NHL schedule says the game is at 4 p.m. Pacific time, it's actually supposed to start at 4:50 p.m. This is because of Vincent Lecavalier's number retirement ceremony. ... Full Story
February 6: Cooling off McDavid; Mitchell talks faceoffs
Josh Cooper February 6, 2018 0 Comments
Practice notes6 min read
The Kings hit the ice at Toyota Sports Center earlier today for practice as they prepared for their final home game, Wednesday against the Edmonton Oilers, before a seven-game road-trip. The forward lines were as follows. Iafallo-Kopitar-Toffoli Pearson-Kempe-Brown Clifford-Mitchell-Lewi... Full Story
Player evaluations: Everyone else
Jon Rosen August 14, 2016 0 Comments
Advanced StatsAlumniPhotographyVideo24 min read
VINCENT LECAVALIER This season: This season: 42 games, 10 goals, 7 assists, 17 points, 20 penalty minutes, +1 rating, 13:52 time on ice (with Los Angeles); 49 games, 10 goals, 8 assists, 18 points, 22 penalty minutes, 0 rating, 13:14 time on ice (total) The good: Tampa Bay Lightning legend and 1... Full Story
Lecavalier officially announces retirement
Jon Rosen June 21, 2016 0 Comments
AlumniContracts and FinancesNHL News4 min read
Veteran center Vincent Lecavalier, who had confirmed at the conclusion of the season that he would retire, officially announced his retirement on Tuesday by issuing a statement that thanked the Lightning and Kings in addition to members of his family, his agent and former teammates and coaches. L... Full Story
Confirming retirement, Vinny speaks fondly of LA tenure
Uncategorized7 min read
No surprises were dropped by Vincent Lecavalier when he met with the media on Sunday at the Kings' facility in El Segundo. Yes, the plan is still to retire. No, he hasn't formally filed paperwork to do so yet. At this point, though, that's just a procedural formality. "Yeah, definitely still the... Full Story
Rate of penalties called not favoring the Kings
PlayoffsPractice Quotes7 min read
It is generally said that in the playoffs, referees tend to swallow their whistles. Such has not been the case in the series between the Los Angeles Kings and San Jose Sharks, which has seen the Kings average 4.5 shorthanded situations per game, above the team's regular season rate. This hasn't w... Full Story
Challenges of establishing offensive zone time
Advanced StatsPlayoffsPractice Quotes4 min read
If there was a clear advantage the Kings held over their opponents in the regular season, it was the degree to which they operated in the offensive zone. By directing 56.4% of all shot attempts towards the attacking net, their +3.8% advantage over Dallas, the team with the second-best Corsi-for rati... Full Story
April 13 practice quotes: Darryl Sutter
InjuriesPlayoffsPractice Quotes4 min read
On how much he buys into the narrative of a "motivated" San Jose team: I think that every team that gets to the playoffs at this point is quite motivated. I think you go from 30 to 16, which means everybody's goal going in is to knock that to that number. We all play each other enough now in this c... Full Story
March 28 postgame quotes: Lecavalier, Doughty
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Vincent Lecavalier, on his overall thoughts of the game: It was a tight game, 2-2 in the third period, they got a few bounces that maybe we didn't get, but we just have to regroup here and be ready for the next game. I guess it was a tight game, it could've went either way. Lecavalier, on the g... Full Story
Lecavalier a Masterton Trophy nominee
AwardsNHL News2 min read
Vincent Lecavalier, who has provided valuable leadership, depth scoring and faceoff success since he was acquired in January from the Philadelphia Flyers, is this year's Kings nominee for the Masterton Trophy, as chosen by the Los Angeles chapter of the Professional Hockey Writers Association. Th... Full Story
Lecavalier skates on Friday; Versteeg unclear
Injuries1 min read
A quick practice note from Friday afternoon in El Segundo: The hope was that Kris Versteeg would be able to take the ice and test his injured foot on Friday, as Lisa Dillman reported after last night's game, but when pucks were strewn on the ice this afternoon in El Segundo, the only player to em... Full Story
Skate notes: Pearson returns; no Versteeg, Lecavalier
Good afternoon from Winnipeg, Insiders. The Kings skated at the MTS Centre earlier today and aligned as such: Lucic-Kopitar-Carter Pearson-Dowd-Toffoli King-Shore-Brown Clifford-Lewis-Andreoff Lecavalier McNabb-Doughty Muzzin-Martinez Scuderi-Schenn McBain -So, Tanner Pearson (person... Full Story
March 20 practice quotes: Darryl Sutter
Practice Quotes2 min read
Before leaving for the airport, the Kings held workouts and team meetings at Toyota Sports Center as Jhonas Enroth took the ice with Jamie McBain and Andy Andreoff under the direction of John Stevens, Davis Payne and Bill Ranford. As practice wound down, Darryl Sutter met with reporters to discuss t... Full Story


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General News / Legends of Equestria Panel at Nightmare Nights Dallas!
We're super hard at work to bring you Legends of Equestria's next update, along with all of the bug fixes we can cram in there! We've got some other news to announce before that's ready, though!
Members of the LoE team will be attending Nightmare Nights Dallas, Friday 27th - Sunday 29th October! You might see us strolling around the convention floor (just look for our snazzy bat-Ellowee badges), and we're also hosting a Legends of Equestria panel on Sunday 29th, at 3.30pm in the Addison LH room! We'll be discussing the work that went into achieving our Open Access Release, covering some more details of our development process, and answering some of your questions! For more info on Nightmare Nights Dallas, check out their website!
If you're attending the convention, we'd love to see you there; if not, there may be special activities going on in-game during the panel, so why not play along at home? Everything you need to enjoy LoE's Open Access Release is on our downloads page!
General News / Media Roundup (5th October 2017): Your Best Videos, Screenshots, and Fanart!
Hope you're all still enjoying our Open Access Release! We're still busy at work bringing you more of Equestria to explore and enjoy, but you've all been busy yourselves too! Here are a few of our favourite things that you've sent our way about LoE over the past couple of weeks!
Now for some of our favourite in-game screenshots that you've shared with us! This is one of the things we love to see the most from you guys, so we can see what parts of Equestria you're enjoying the most!
And last, but certainly not least, Beck the Wreck did a rather jolly portrait of yours truly!
That's all for now! Remember, if you've got anything you want the team to see, you can share it with us through our social media accounts, or our Discord server!
We've still got a lot more work to do before LoE is anywhere near done, and we hope you'll all stick around to see what we've got in the works! Remember, you can help us improve the game: many of our teams are looking for more people to help us, and you can report any bugs you find in-game using the system explained here!
New skills are not added to the hotbar. You have to manually add them to the hotbar from the book yourself.
Basic starting abilities (Ground Pound, Bubble Barrage, Teleport) are not currently listed in the journal, so removing them from the hotbar makes them unusable. Deleting the hotbar.json file from your LoE appdata folder will reset the hotbar to default.
General News / Legends of Equestria Updated OAR Build is Now Live!
We hope youv'e all been having fun in Equestria together! You might have seen some of us running around, adventuring alongside the rest of you - but that doesn't mean we haven't been hard at work to keep improving Equestria! And to prove that, we've just released our latest build of LoE!
If you're using the Windows launcher, your game should be automatically updated when you next launch it. If you're using one of our direct downloads, however, you'll need to delete that version, and then grab this version from our downloads page! While the original OAR build will still work, we strongly recommend making sure you're always playing the latest version of the game, so you can benefit from our bug fixes and content updates!
There's a lot of smaller changes included in this update, alongside a couple of bigger ones; one of the most noticeable improvements is to how your hotbar and journal work together. You can now properly remove and re-organise the abilities on your hotbar, and add attacks and emotes straight from their respective journal pages, as well as items from your inventory, without issue (hopefully)!
The full changelog from the OAR release build to this latest one is available here!
Of course, this doesn't mean we're finished; we've still got an awful lot more stuff planned, and plenty more to fix! Remember, if you have any bugs, glitches, or suggestions to report, you should do so using the system explained here; that'll ensure the right people see your report, and get to work on it!
Now it's back to work for us; see you in Equestria!
General News / Media Roundup: News, Videos, Screenshots, and More!
We hope you've all had fun exploring Equestria together over the last week! The response to the start of our Open Access Release has been amazing, and everypony on the team is super humbled by your enthusiasm for the work we've done.
We're nowhere near done yet, though! We've been hard at work fixing as many of the bugs you've reported as we can, and we've already pushed out an uncountable number of hotfixes to the server. We're also currently putting together a new build of the game, which should be available in the next couple of days, to bring you even more fixes, and maybe a few other bits and pieces too; we'll make sure it includes a changelog, so you know just what we're adding for you to enjoy!
And of course, we're still grinding away at our larger content plans, readying all-new material for everypony to enjoy! More quests, more areas, more dungeons, more features - all of them are being developed as we speak, and we'll be bringing them to you as soon as we can!
In the meantime though, we wanted to highlight a few things we've seen from you, and the gaming community as a whole, that have really made the team smile!
First off, a few impressions and gameplay videos have been popping up that have helped to provide us with a good idea of what people are thinking of the game so far. One of our favourites was from TheHiveLeader, who highlighted the game alongside his (completely adorable-sounding) young daughter!
And LittleshyFiM seemed to be having a lot of fun with a lot of friends during their livestream a couple of days ago!
LoE's also gotten a bit of coverage from news websites. Our friends at Equestria Daily were kind enough to cover our servers going live and the release of our animated story trailer!
We were also featured on the MMO news websites MMORPG.com and Massively Overpowered, thanks to TheHiveLeader's video!
And French gaming website Gamewave also covered the launch of our OAR!
One of the things we were most eager to see was screenshots of the game from the people enjoying it - and you didn't disappoint! We'd like to share a few of our favourites with you here!
We were also blown away with some fanart we've received; for example, we were super impressed with this fanart of Pyrite from LunaEclipsa!
And this drawing from @MLP_SherbetPosy is just too adorable for words to describe!
That's all for now! We've still got a lot more work to do before LoE is anywhere near done, and we hope you'll all stick around to see what we've got in the works! Remember, you can help us improve the game: many of our teams are looking for more people to help us, and you can report any bugs you find in-game using the system explained here!
General News / Hope you're having fun!
We hope you're all enjoying the first few days of Legends of Equestria's Open Access Release! If you haven't tried it already, you can grab the game from our downloads page!
Remember, this is still a work-in-progress project; this is far from the 'final' version of LoE, and we've got a lot more work to do before we reach a point like that, but we hope you're having fun with what we've made so far!
We're already working on a lot more stuff to add to the game, but right now our main focus is bug-fixing. You can help us with that: if you run into any glitches or issues, we'd appreciate you reporting them using the system explained here, so that we can make sure the right people on the team know what needs to be addressed!
If you have any screenshots of the game you want to show the team, feel free to share them here; we might even share our favourites with you all!
Thanks for your support so far, everypony!
General News / Legends of Equestria's Open Access Release is Live! New Animated Story Trailer!
We're super happy, excited, and proud to say that the servers are now open for Legends of Equestria's Open Access Release!
This is a moment five years in the making; Legends of Equestria is now available to play, permanently, for everyone! We've been working super hard all this time to bring the world of Equestria to life for you, and we really hope you enjoy this next stage of the journey with us.
If you haven't already grabbed the game files, they're available from our downloads page. Bear in mind that while the launcher version of LoE will update itself when we make changes, other versions will not; you'll have to re-download the game files if you find yourself having trouble logging in after we update something. We'll be releasing launchers for the MacOS and Linux versions for the game as soon as we can!
You'll need to unzip the downloaded files (through your OS using a program like WinZip, which you can find instructions on here), and then double-click the .exe file in there to start up the game! If you have any problems, please first try removing all LoE files from your computer & re-downloading them, as the download may have run into an issue, or we might've released an update you need to download from us directly!
If you get stuck in-game, try using the /stuck command; for a full list of commands, type /help in the in-game chat!
Our moderation team will be constantly monitoring the game, to ensure everypony's safety and comfort, and will be enforcing our rules. You can check them out here!
Please bear in mind that this isn't a finished product; the Open Access Release for Legends of Equestria is an ongoing work-in-progress. You'll likely encounter your share of bugs on your journey through Equestria, and we need you to let us know about them so that we can make the game better! You can read our bug report tutorial here.
There's a lot of progress still to be made until we can happily call Legends of Equestria a finished game; we'll be playing right alongside you during the OAR, but we'll also be hard at work to keep making everything better, and adding new stuff for you to enjoy.
Thanks so much for your support and love, everypony! See you in Equestria!
General News / Open Access Release Downloads Are Now Available!
The downloads for our Open Access Release are now available from our website's downloads page, so you can grab your copy of the game files,and you'll be ready for when the servers open tomorrow (September 10) at 00:01 EST!
Click here to download Legends of Equestria's Open Access Release!
Please note: some browsers might not trust our downloads, and label them as potentially dangerous. As long as you're only getting them from our downloads page, they should be safe to run, but be careful that you don't download files claiming to be LoE from anywhere else; we can't guarantee that they're safe! If you have trouble downloading the files, try searching for instructions on how to unblock downloads with your internet browser.
In addition, your operating system or antivirus software might also think LoE files are a risk. You may have to tell it to let the program run; again, try searching online for instructions on how to do this, depending on your operating system/security software!
Legends of Equestria is designed for Windows, MacOS, and Linux computers. To check if your computer will be able to run LoE, take a look at the details on our FAQ page!
We can't thank you all enough for following and supporting us on this journey so far, but remember, the Open Access Release is just the first step we'll be taking together! There's a lot more to come, so we hope you're all ready to explore Equestria together with us!
General News / Open Access Release: Last Details & Changelog!
We're just a couple of days away from our Open Access Release starting! We hope you're all as excited as we are to explore Equestria together!
Before Sunday rolls around, though, we just want to go over a few things with you regarding the OAR, so that everypony starts off on the right hoof!
The first thing we want to reiterate is that this is not the final release of Legends of Equestria. Think of the Open Access Release as a 'beta' release of LoE; we'll still be working hard on the game for a long time to come, but we're confident that what we have so far is enough for everypony to enjoy now, rather than have you wait any longer!
For the Open Access Release, our servers will be opening at 00:01 EST, Sunday 10 September. That's the earliest you'll be able to access and play the game!
We will, however, make the game files available to download 24 hours in advance. At 00:01 EST, Saturday 9 September, you will be able to download Legends of Equestria from our website's downloads page, where there will be separate versions for Windows, MacOS, and Linux computers. For more information on our system requirements, check out our FAQ page!
Be aware that, like all server-based games, there may be some difficulty serving all the requests that come in the moment the game becomes available. We've worked hard to try and mitigate the effect of all those simultaneous requests, but we can't guarantee that there won't be problems for the first couple of hours or so. If you'd rather wait a little while before trying to play, you should be able to avoid those issues!
Of course, since this is an Open Access Release, we don't expect everything to be flawless. We know that no matter how hard we - or our Limited Access Release players! - have tried, there'll always be a few bugs that sneak by. Luckily, we have a bug reporting system especially designed so that you can let us know about any problems you run into! You can find all the details of how to use Phabricator to tell us all about them here!
So, what's changed between our last public event, and the Open Access Release? Well, we've prepared a little changelog to let you know! This doesn't cover everything - there's some more stuff that's more back-end, and also some details that we hope you'll find out yourself - but it includes a lot of the stuff you're most likely to notice. Check it out here !
You might also notice a few things missing from the list there that we have previously talked about; most notably, the Ancient Athamanes dungeon. This is something we really worked hard on getting ready for the Open Access Release, and we're making good progress on it; however, the damage caused by the July cyberattack to both the game itself and also our schedules, has meant that we won't be able to have that dungeon in a playable state by Sunday. We're still working on it, though, and we anticipate it being ready to implement within the coming days and weeks!
This is by no means the only stuff we're working on, just the things we hope to have ready soonest. It's super hard to tell when any individual thing will be ready, due to the nature of the project, but rest assured that we're working hard on these things - and so much more! We've been working on Legends of Equestria for five years already, and we don't anticipate stopping any time soon, so hopefully there'll always be something to look forward to!
Thanks for reading all of this, everypony! We hope you're all looking forward to Sunday as much as we are!
Legends of Equestria Discussion / [Tutorial] How to Use Our Bug & Suggestion Report System!
Now that the Open Access Release is live, you'll need to know how to report a bug on our new system, Phabricator! To report issues with, or make suggestions about, Legends of Equestria, please follow the steps below.
Step 3) Make a short title, a concise description of the bug or suggestion.
Step 4) In the description box, first fill out first what the bug/error or suggestion is, then fill out the steps you took that caused the bug, so we can repeat them to replicate it; and finally, include screenshots/pictures/video of the bug to help us find it.
Please make sure to submit each bug or suggestion on separate tickets. For example, if you encounter two quests that have issues, don't add them both to the same ticket; please submit two different reports, one for each quest. We assign individual tickets to team members based on their area of expertise, so this makes sure we don't get confused or overlook any problems!
If you report bugs anywhere else, we may ask you to submit them this way instead; this is the best way to keep everything recorded, so that the relevant team members will be able to check the bug list and work on fixing them in their own time.
Note: please do not send bug reports via email to a member of the team, to our social media accounts, or post them in response to this topic. All bug reports should be made through the system explained above, to make sure the right people on the team see them, and get to work fixing them!
Hope everypony's ready for a big ol' changelog!
There's a whole bunch more little tweaks here and there, in the back-end of things, to hopefully improve performance and your experience!
General News / LoE Open Access Release Environment Highlights Trailer!
We've been working non-stop to make sure the world of Equestria is wide and wonderful for you on September 10, when our Open Access Release begins; and to highlight that work, we've made a new trailer to show off some of our major locations!
Remember, Legends of Equestria is still in development, so these locations are by no means final, or the only ones you'll be able to enjoy during our Open Access period (and beyond, of course)!
With our Open Access Release starting September 10, we've created another trailer to highlight an important aspect of the game!
There'll be plenty to do and see in Equestria, but you won't be able to do it all alone! For some adventures, you'll need to work together with friends - the ones you already have, or the new ones you'll be able to make!
Please note, this trailer was produced using LoE's lower graphics settings. We want to ensure LoE is accessible to as many people as possible, even if they don't have access to high-end computer hardware. If you have the horsepower (pun intended) to run higher graphical quality settings, LoE might look pretty different; some better video settings were used for our previous trailer, here!
General News / LoE Interview Round-up: TwoCredits Column and EquestriaAmino Livestream!
We're all hard at work getting everything ready for September 10, but while we're working we've managed to find the time to do a couple of interviews about Legends of Equestria!
The first one is actually a teenie bit old, but what with crunching on the game, and some... other events... it kinda just slipped through the cracks, so we're getting to it now!
Click below to watch a livestreamed interview with InvisiBrony of Equestria Amino; we cover a lot of detail in the hour or so of interview, so it's a good place to find out more from the people behind the project!
That's everything for now! We've got a lot more work to do, and plenty planned to show you over the coming weeks, so you should definitely keep an eye out for more! We can't wait to explore Equestria with all of you in September!
General News / The LoE Forum is Back!
Hey, everypony! It's been a little while, huh?
If you can cast your mind back all the way to July 5, you'll remember that we suffered a cyberattack that hit one of our databases. That attacker gained access to records like usernames, email addresses, and password hashes for all accounts registered with LoE - both team members, and the general public. Because of that attack, we had to immediately shut down the forum - and production on the game - until we were able to guarantee the safety of everyone.
We still believe that the attacker was focused on targeting our team members specifically, but that doesn't change that they would have had access to everyone else's details too. That's why we continue to advise you to change your password on any website or service that had the same password as your LoE account.
We've now finished this stage of updating our security systems; that's why the forum is back! We're still looking into what more we can do, but we're confident in the steps we've taken so far. Part of those steps we've taken will require you to set a new password for your LoE account if you have one, though. On the login page, you'll need to click "forgot your password?" and follow those steps to send an email to your registered email address which will allow you to set a new, stronger password.
Another step we've taken is to remove the chatbox from the forum. It was old and outdated, and served as a possible attack point against us. We don't want to leave you with nothing, though, so we've set up a Discord server as an improved replacement! It has the same features and more, is safer for everyone, and is a better way to communicate. You can join by clicking here (note that you'll need a Discord account!).
Taptalk is also disabled for the time being, but we have taken the opportunity to update our forum systems - including making it more mobile-friendly. Hopefully the forum will not only be safer, but also better to use!
Everything else - all the threads, posts, and account details - should be exactly where you left them; but if you notice anything missing, or any other issues, please let us know as soon as possible!
Because of the delay and damage caused by the attack, we've obviously missed our intended August 19 target for the LoE Open Access Release. Our new OAR date is September 10, and we're working extra hard to make sure we're able to include everything we wanted into that release.
Remember, in order to be able to play LoE on that date, you'll need to have a working forum account; that means that you will need to update your password if you have one already, or create one if you don't.
Once again, we apologise for the security breach, but we're confident that the steps we have taken will help to safeguard us from similar attempts in the future - and we still look forward to exploring the world of Equestria with all of you on September 10!
Expect more details about our Open Access Release to come over the next few weeks!
General News / Legends of Equestria Open Access Release: All The Details!
It's been a pretty big few days for us; we just announced our Open Access Release, starting September 10, 2017; that doesn't mean we can rest, though! We've still got a lot of work to do before we reach that day - and beyond.
We thought you all deserved a little more information about the Open Access Release (or OAR for short; aren't acronyms great?), so this post will hopefully give you all the details we can share right now!
First off, what do we mean by 'Open Access Release'? Well, put simply, we see this as the next logical step after our Limited Access Release (LAR), which kicked off in December 2016; since then, we've had our game servers permanently online, and available for a select group of players that we hand-picked to help us iron out all the bugs they could find, and provide feedback on the game. What we're basically going to do is open up access to the servers for everyone - so, as long as you have a computer that can run LoE, and an internet connection, you'll be able to make an account and play!
Speaking of being able to run LoE, our system requirements are fairly low; we're looking at 2GB of RAM, a 2GHz Dual-Core processor, a graphics card with 256mb VRAM and support for DirectX9.0c/OpenGL2.0, and around 3.5GB of storage space. Basically, if your computer was bought around 2010 or later, it shouldn't have a problem running the game. We're developing LoE for Windows (Vista or later), MacOS (10.9 'Mavericks' or later), and Linux computers, and will be releasing the game via the 'downloads' page of our website; other operating systems or platforms aren't currently being considered, but it's possible that in the future, it might be an option we look into.
These requirements are subject to change, though; it's important to remember that this isn't the 'final release' version of LoE. We still have an awful lot of stuff planned for the game; a boatload of new quests, zones, abilities, Talent Marks, characters, and more, is all planned. That's not to say that the September OAR version of the game will be empty; there'll still be plenty for everypony to do and enjoy - but we have so much more planned. We're calling this an 'Open Access' release for a very good reason; LoE isn't finished, but we're in a position where we've got enough ready that we're ready to make it available. Think along the lines of some of those 'early access' projects you might've seen in recent years, where the developer makes the game available while still actively working on it!
To give you a rough idea: we have three 'story arcs' planned for the main storyline of LoE. We're aiming to have the first arc implemented by September; that means we have all the material in mind for another two-thirds worth of game.
So, what will you be able to expect in September? Well, you'll be able to start off your life in Equestria as a filly or colt from one of the three pony races (Earth, Pegasus, or Unicorn), and learn how to experience the world we've built, alongside a rich and varied cast of main and supporting characters.
Through exploration and questing, you'll be able to acquire your Talent Mark, from six distinct branches of expertise: Animal Care, Healing, Partying, Magic, Combat, and Flying. You will be able to guide your character to adulthood (or stay as a foal, if you prefer!).
You'll then get to explore seven distinct 'zones' full of adventure and experiences. You'll be able to do all of this alone, or with friends - ones you started playing with, or ones that you make along the way - and form a Party or join a Herd with them to face numerous challenges together, such as Dungeons.
And everything you do, you will do it in a living online world, full of not only characters we've designed, with unique conversations, backstories, and tasks for you to complete - but also full of other players just like you, experiencing Equestria together. Our moderation team will be working hard to make sure it's a safe and enjoyable world for everyone, and we really hope you enjoy playing in it!
We can't thank you all enough for all the patience and support you've shown us over the 5 years we've been developing Legends of Equestria, and we can't wait to take this next step forward with you all. We plan to keep releasing more information on everything that'll be available in the OAR in September, so please keep an eye out over the next few weeks!
General News / Legends of Equestria Open Access Release: Trailer and Date Announcement!
Hey there, everypony! We've got some big news to share with you today!
We've been working on Legends of Equestria for over five years now, trying to build the best world we can for you all to explore, socialise and adventure in, and most importantly, enjoy. It's been a long road, and an awful lot of work - but we're ready to take our next step.
In December 2016, we launched our Limited Access Release, granting full and permanent game access to a small number of players hand-picked to help us test the game, give us feedback, and weed out those pesky bugs. Their help has been massive to us, and they deserve thanks for every single report they made. But the next step forward for us is to take that Limited Access Release... and turn it into an Open Access Release!
What does that mean? Well, put simply, it means that the game will be fully available for everyone to play, permanently. The game launcher will be made available to download, the servers will be online, and the doors will be wide open to let every pony in!
An important thing to note, though, is that this will not be the end of development for Legends of Equestria. We still have a huge amount of stuff we want to include in the game, from zones to storylines, and we intend to keep working on the project for a long time to come! Think of this release in the same vein as other 'open access' projects, where a substantial amount of the game is available to play, but the team behind it is still working on loads of stuff to add!
We'll be able to discuss in a little while exactly what you can expect from our Open Access Release, but for now, here's a quick trailer for you, featuring the date that our Open Access Release will begin!
So, a quick recap: Legends of Equestria will be available to play, permanently and free for everyone, starting with our Open Access Release on August 19, 2017.
We're really proud of everyone who has contributed to this project, and that we've managed to reach this incredible milestone; as an entirely volunteer team, donating our time and energy for free, creating an MMO like this is a gargantuan task. We've still got a lot we want to do, though, so we thank you for your patience so far, and we hope to see you in Equestria soon!
General News / Legends of Equestria is Looking for VFX Artists!
It takes a lot of people with a whole bunch of diverse skills to build something as huge as the world of Equestria, and we're always on the lookout for talent in various teams - but one area we're particularly interested in at the moment is visual effects, for our VFX team!
What do we mean by that? Well, visual effects are the little things that really make the world of Equestria feel real. When a player or enemy uses an ability and you see it happen; when there's a little effect to accompany an event in the game; that's what the VFX team creates.
We're interested in hearing from anyone who has experience creating visual effects in Unity; for example, particle effects. If you also have experience working in a cartoonish style similar to the art style of LoE, then that's a major plus, but it isn't essential.
VFX Artists would be in charge of creating and implementing spritesheet elements to be used in all areas of the game; the little visual flairs that will really make the world of Equestria come to life.
If you're interested in game development, want to contribute to the project, or are simply looking for a hobby that will put your talents to use, then we want to hear from you! As a member of the VFX team, not only would you be helping to bring Legends of Equestria to life, but you'd also get training and support from long-time team members with years of experience. Oh, and you'd become part of a pretty cool group of friends from around the world!
If that sounds like the kind of thing you're interested in making, and you want to help us make the best horse game ever*, then please email [email protected] with links to examples of your work.
Please remember, we do require that applicants be at least 16 years of age before joining the team. Legends of Equestria is a volunteer project, being developed by a large team of dedicated fans from around the world, giving their time, and energy, to bring an entire world together. Every member of every team is working purely out of passion for the project; this is not a paid position, and we cannot offer any financial incentive for your contributions. All we can guarantee is the warm fuzzy feeling from helping to create the world of Equestria, for all fans of ponies to enjoy.
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Legends of SOCKquestria is now available to download!
The long-awaited sock-based sidescrolling pony game is finally here! That's right, the one and only Legends of SOCKquestria is ready for everyone to enjoy!
Well, everyone who can run a .exe file, anyway!
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Once it's downloaded, you just need to unzip the executable using any program able to unpack .zip archives; for example, WinRAR. After that, Legends of SOCKquestria is yours to enjoy! Our team has worked very hard getting this ready for today, and I think you'll all agree that the effort has really paid off!
Please note: as usual, some web browsers, operating systems, and even antivirus systems may be sceptical of files from us; we're not really big enough for companies like that to recognise us! Just remember that so long as you're getting it directly from the link we provided, you'll know it's safe; it's the official download for Legends of SOCKquestria, after all! So, if you see a warning like that, but you still want to experience this amazing game, remember to mark it as safe!


Social networking using Twitter seems to be the most popular way to connect today, from celebrity Ashton Kutcher's challenge to Oprah to reach one million friends first (Ashton won) to a U.S. State Department official contacting the co-founder of Twitter to delay upgrading the Twitter system so as not to interrupt election dialogue in Iran. More and more news agencies are using Twitter to keep their audience up-to-date, and local businesses are also jumping on the Twitter bandwagon as an immediate way to connect with their customers, as well.
How can you make the best use of Twitter in your business? It all starts with having followers in your target market. No doubt you've been inundated with email offers of things like "10,000 Twitter followers in 60 seconds for only $19.95!" Trust me — 1000 followers that are members of your target market are much more useful to the growth of your business via social networking than 10,000 followers that come from anywhere.
1. Add people you know in your industry. Twitter permits people to use fictitious names or business names as their Twitter identity, rather than their given name. So, it may be difficult at times to find the person you're seeking, especially if she goes by "ShoeDiva" on Twitter and you know her as Miranda Smith. Try Twitter Search, http://search.twitter.com or Advanced Search, http://search.twitter.com/advanced to help you in your quest.
2. Find others with the same interests or serving the same target market. The online yellow pages of Twitter users, Twellow.com, permits users to list themselves by industry and interests. If your business isn't currently listed on Twellow, take a few minutes to do that right away.
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4. Get relevant recommendations. The free service, MrTweet.com, will provide you with info on recommended people to follow based on your current Twitter profile. You do have to follow MrTweet in order to participate. Once you're logged in, you can see your recommendations, along with how these recommendations are connected to your list of followers. You can evaluate your recommendations, and MrTweet will make changes in your recommended list accordingly.
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6. Look for keywords. Another way to find relevant followers is to keep track of people mentioning certain keywords in their Tweets. I do that through the free version of TweetLater.com. I use this same service to keep track of any mentions of me or my company on Twitter in the very same way I use Google Alerts.
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The symptoms are generally mild and only one in five people infected with the virus becomes ill. Their symptoms will show up as fever, rashes, joint pain, red eyes, headaches or muscle pain.
Many of the symptoms of Zika mirror those of other illnesses, including flu as well as dengue and Chikungunya, two diseases that are spread by the same type of mosquito that carries Zika.
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People whose health care providers find reason for concern can be given a test that was not commonly available until recently.
South Carolina health officials began testing their own samples, rather than sending them to a national lab, late last week, Yanity said."There is no immediate public health concern for people who have not traveled to the transmission areas," Halliday said. "On the whole, most people don't have to worry, it is mostly a travel-related disease."
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Supreme Cannabis Announces Financial Results for Q2 2021
Continued strong revenue growth and operational efficiency
2021 Second Quarter Highlights:
Positive Adjusted EBITDA 1 of $3.6 million
Consolidated net revenue of $18.3 million
54% net revenue growth quarter-over-quarter
52 active retail SKUs with 9 new SKUs introduced in Q2, with presence in all 10 provinces
Completed fourth shipment of medical cannabis to Israel through its Truverra brand
Maintains a strong liquidity position, including a cash balance of $41.9 million pro forma including net proceeds of $21.5 million from the unit offering subsequent to quarter end
TORONTO , Feb. 11, 2021 /CNW/ - The Supreme Cannabis Company, Inc. ("Supreme Cannabis" or the "Company") (TSX: FIRE) (OTCQX: SPRWF) (FRA: 53S1) today announced its financial and operating results for the three months ended December 31, 2020 .
Supreme Cannabis' Management Discussion & Analysis ("MD&A") and condensed interim consolidated financial statements ("Financial Statements") for the three and six months ended December 31, 2020 ("Q2 2021"), along with all previous public filings of the Company may be found on SEDAR at www.SEDAR.com . All figures are in Canadian dollars.
Beena Goldenberg , President and CEO of Supreme Cannabis, commented:
"Supreme Cannabis continued to execute on its strategy of accelerating revenue and controlling our costs in the second quarter of fiscal 2021, which resulted in record revenue and EBITDA performance. Consolidated net revenue grew by 54% compared to Q1 to $18.3 million , while recreational net revenue – which is a significant area of focus for the Company – grew by 70% compared to last quarter to $12.7 million . Our revenue growth was attributable to distribution gains, improved fulfilment and an overall strengthening of our internal processes. We continued to exercise disciplined cost control across the business, resulting in Supreme Cannabis generating positive Adjusted EBITDA of $3.6 million , up from $0.3 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2021."
Ms. Goldenberg continued, "Supreme Cannabis' standout performance in the second quarter of 2021 not only highlights that our strategy is working, but the traction and market penetration we achieved in the quarter positions us for further profitability and growth. Our increased sales and marketing efforts in partnership with Humble & Fume Inc. ("humble+fume") enabled Supreme Cannabis to secure 3,446 net new listings during the second quarter, up from 2,258 new listings in the previous quarter. We are a top-10 player in Canada in flower and 7ACRES is a top-5 player in pre-rolls. We are also in the top three in concentrates. This reinforces the traction we're gaining with consumers. While we built strong momentum throughout the quarter and made good headway in matching supply to demand, we acknowledge that there is more work to be done in becoming sustainably profitable. As we continue our transformation into a premium cannabis CPG company, we remain committed to the continuous improvement and maturation of our internal processes and will keep offering compelling brands and high-quality products at several points of value and preference."
Ms. Goldenberg concluded, "Subsequent to quarter end, we took the opportunity to strengthen Supreme Cannabis' balance sheet and improve our liquidity by raising $21.5 million in net proceeds from an equity financing and an additional $4.2 million through our at-the-market equity program. These transactions not only strengthen the Company's balance sheet but also put us in a strong position to fund growth initiatives and capitalize on strategic opportunities that have the potential to maximize shareholder value."
1 Adjusted EBITDA is a Non–GAAP measure and does not have a standardized meaning under GAAP. As a result, it may not be comparable to data presented by other cannabis companies. For an explanation and reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to related comparable financial information presented in the Financial Statements prepared in accordance with IFRS, refer to the "Results of Operations" and "Non–GAAP Measures and Additional Subtotals" in the MD&A.
Select Financial and Operational Results.
Financial Highlights (in 000's $)
Gross margin, excluding fair value items (1)
Net comprehensive income (loss)
Adjusted Gross Margin (2)
Adjusted EBITDA (2)
Gross margin, excluding fair value items, is an Additional Subtotal presented by the Company. The Company defines gross margin, excluding fair value items as the gross margin before recording fair value changes on growth of biological assets and realized fair value changes on inventory sold or impaired. More information on changes in fair value of biological assets can be found in "Changes in fair value of biological assets" in the MD&A.
Adjusted Gross Margin and Adjusted EBITDA are Non–GAAP measures and do not have a standardized meaning under GAAP. As a result, they may not be comparable to data presented by other cannabis companies. For an explanation and reconciliation of Adjusted Gross Margin and Adjusted EBITDA to related comparable financial information presented in the Financial Statements prepared in accordance with IFRS, refer to the "Results of Operations" and "Non–GAAP Measures and Additional Subtotals" in the MD&A.
Overall net revenue increased 54% to $18.3 million in Q2 2021 from $11.9 million in Q1 2021.
Recreational net revenue rose to $12.7 million , an increase of 70% quarter-over-quarter as a result of distribution gains, improved fulfilment and higher sales as the Company's products continue to be well received by the recreational cannabis consumer. In particular, a 98% increase in sales volumes and a 3% higher average selling price per gram from the Company's dried flower and pre-rolls drove the increased recreational net revenue.
Wholesale net revenue, which includes the Company's sales in the international medical cannabis segment, in Q2 2021 was $5.6 million , up 28% quarter-over-quarter, driven by a 14% increase in average selling price per gram and a larger contribution from international flower sales volumes. Wholesale volumes grew by 12% as the Company continues to forge longer-term relationships in the domestic market. The growth was also driven by a 34% increase in international medical sales with the Company strengthening its relationship with Breath of Life International Ltd., Israel's largest and leading producer of medical cannabis.
In Q2 2021, Adjusted Gross Margin was 49% compared to 53% in Q1 2021, primarily due to product mix and higher production costs from scaling of operations and investments in supply chain. Adjusted Gross Margin for Q2 2021 excludes impairment charges of $0.7 million recorded in production costs compared to $8.4 million of impairment charges recorded in production costs in Q1 2021.
The Company generated a positive Adjusted EBITDA of $3.6 million compared to an Adjusted EBITDA of $0.3 million in Q1 2021 due to a significant increase in revenue and consistent cost control.
Balance Sheet, Liquidity and Cash Flow from Operations
Supreme Cannabis ended the quarter with a total cash balance of $20.4 million and a working capital surplus of $43.1 million .
Subsequent to quarter end, the Company took steps to significantly reinforce its balance sheet and launched an overnight marketed public offering ("the Offering") of units of the Company (the "Units") at a price of $0.19 per Unit (the "Offering"). Each Unit comprised of one common share of the Company and one half of one common share purchase warrant of the Company (each full common share purchase warrant, a "Warrant"). Each Warrant is exercisable to acquire one common share of the Company (a "Warrant Share") until January 29, 2024 at an exercise price of $0.23 per Warrant Share, subject to adjustment in certain events.
On January 29, 2021 the Company announced the closing of the Offering of 121,049,000 Units for total net proceeds to the Company of $21.5 million , including the full exercise of the over-allotment option granted to the underwriters in connection with the Offering. The net proceeds from the Offering will be used to fund growth initiatives, as a reserve for strategic opportunities, and for working capital and general corporate purposes.
Subsequent to quarter end, the Company also issued 21,560,500 shares under the at-the-market equity ("ATM") program for net proceeds of $4.2 million . Pursuant to the terms of the Offering, the Company will pause the use of its ATM program.
Including equity issuances subsequent to quarter end from the Offering and ATM program, the Company had a pro forma total cash balance of $41.9 million .
Operating and Capital Expenditures
In Q2 2021, the cost realignment efforts taken in the second half of fiscal 2020 continued to benefit the Company. Operating expenses in Q2 2021 rose by 29% over the previous quarter to $8.4 million , primarily driven by Q1 2021 benefiting from a recovery of $2.1 million related to the cancellation and forfeiture of 10.0 million stock options. As such, excluding the impact of the cancellation and forfeiture of the options, the Company's operating expenses decreased by approximately 2% quarter-over-quarter. The Company continues to consolidate and streamline its facilities and production expenses.
The Company's capital expenditures in Q2 2021 decreased to $0.3 million , down 25% quarter-over-quarter. With the completion of construction projects at the Company's Kincardine, Ontario ("Kincardine Facility") and Langley, British Columbia ("Langley Facility") facilities, capital expenditures for the remainder of fiscal 2021 are expected to be minimal and will be focused on productivity enhancements justified by near–term cash flow returns.
Brand and Product Developments in Q2 2021.
Supreme Cannabis introduced 9 new SKUs to the market during Q2 2021:
7ACRES Craft Collective
Craft Collective 3.5g Whole Flower Pink Kush #4
Craft Collective 3.5g Whole Flower Ice Cream Cake #2
Craft Collective 3x0.5g Pre-Rolls Pink Kush
Hiway
2x1g Pre-Rolls Indica
2x1g Pre-Rolls Sativa
14g Whole Flower AAA Hybrid
14g Whole Flower AAA Hybrid II
14g Whole Flower AAA Hybrid III
14g Whole Flower AAA Sativa
Subsequent to quarter end, the Company launched four SKUs:
Hiway 1x 0.5g Pre-Roll
Blissco 0.5g Pur Cloud CBD 510 Vape Cart
Blissco Pur Cloud Vape kit (0.5g cart + battery)
7AC Craft Collective 3x 0.5g Pre-Rolls Ice Cream Cake
The following SKUs were launched on the Medical Cannabis by Shoppers™ online sales platform in February 2021 :
5g Whole Flower Jean Guy
5g Whole Flower Sensi Star
5g Whole Flower White Widow
2x 0.5g Pre-Rolls Jean Guy
2x 0.5g Pre-Rolls Sensi Star
2x 0.5g Pre-Rolls White Widow
Distribution.
Overall, Supreme Cannabis shipped 41% more product in Q2 2021 compared to Q1 2021. The provinces of Quebec , Alberta , Ontario and British Columbia generated the majority of the Company's sales.
Distribution to the recreational market on a gram equivalent basis was 87% higher in Q2 2021 compared to Q1 2021.
Key to growing Supreme Cannabis' presence across Canada is the Company's sales agency agreement with humble+fume. Through this partnership, humble+fume is deploying a team of sales professionals that will drive distribution, brand advocacy and budtender education for all Supreme Cannabis brands at the store level. Since tracking commenced in April 2020 until the end of December 2020 , humble+fume has created over 7,300 new listings for Supreme Cannabis products, including 3,446 new listings in the second quarter of 2021, up from 2,258 the previous quarter. In the second quarter of 2021, over 246 new retailer locations started carrying the Company's products.
While Supreme Cannabis and its brands achieved significant traction and revenue growth in the recreational market in Q2 2021, the Company is monitoring its sales and marketing efforts in light of the new restrictions put in place during the second wave of COVID-19 and will optimize its in-store marketing and spend accordingly.
In the second quarter of 2021 the Company also announced that it had entered into a supply agreement with Medical Cannabis by Shoppers Inc., a subsidiary of Shoppers Drug Mart Inc., to offer Truverra-branded medical cannabis products through the Medical Cannabis by Shoppers online sales platform accessible to patients across Canada . Truverra's dried flower and pre-roll offerings are now available for purchase, with full-spectrum CBD oil coming soon.
The Company also expanded its international medical cannabis shipments, completing its first shipment of medical cannabis to Australia in a private label transaction subsequent to quarter end.
The Company continues to make incremental improvements at its core facilities in Kincardine, Ontario and Langley, British Columbia , to enhance production, processing and operating efficiency.
At the Kincardine facility the Company continued to optimize growing conditions, reducing harvest times and finding efficiencies in drying and trim, achieving a 6% decrease in time from clone to dock and a yield improvement of 3.6%. The Company also made significant improvements to its labelling processes and have initiated commissioning on a second pre-roll label machine.
Subsequent to quarter end, a pre-roll autocone machine arrived on site and will be put into production in in the coming months.
At the Langley Facility, the Company's continuous improvement program continues to yield positive results. The Company is focused on improving the quality of its oils by using carbon filtration to optimize its distillation process, resulting in a 7% improvement in the potency of distillates.
Outlook.
The Company continues to focus on near-term revenue and reaching sustainable profitability based on its accelerated transformation into a premium Cannabis CPG company, its streamlined and right-sized operating structure, and its enhanced offering of high-quality brands.
The Company has a robust and growing product line that addresses consumers' needs at a variety of price points and form factors.
The Company has efficient and effective coast-to-coast sales coverage with the humble+fume sales partnership.
The Company has substantially completed the right-sizing of its operating structure with the right teams in place to deliver against objectives efficiently.
Supreme Cannabis remains focused on cost containment, driving efficiencies, and is fully-funded to execute on all planned initiatives.
Second-quarter 2021 earnings conference call and webcast.
The Company will host a conference call to discuss its second-quarter fiscal 2021 results at 8:00 AM Eastern on Friday, February 12, 2021 . Interested parties can join the call by dialling 647-427-7450 or 1-888-231-8191. The conference ID number is 9983683. The call can also be accessed through the following webcast link: https://bit.ly/3qZirpD .
A recording of the conference call will be available for replay two hours after the call's completion. To access the recording, please dial 416-849-0833 or 1-888-859-2056 and the replay code 9983683. The recording will be available until March 12, 2021 .
About Supreme Cannabis .
The Supreme Cannabis Company, Inc. , (TSX: FIRE) (OTCQX: SPRWF) (FRA: 53S1), is a global diversified portfolio of distinct cannabis companies, products and brands. Since 2014, the Company has emerged as one of the world's most premium producers of recreational, wholesale and medical cannabis products.
Supreme Cannabis' portfolio of brands caters to diverse consumer and patient experiences, with brands and products that address recreational, wellness, medical and new consumer preferences. The Company's recreational brand portfolio includes 7ACRES , Blissco , 7ACRES Craft Collective , Sugarleaf and Hiway . Supreme Cannabis addresses national and international medical cannabis opportunities through its premium Truverra brand.
Supreme Cannabis' brands are backed by a focused suite of world-class operating assets that serve key functions in the value chain, including scaled cultivation, value-add processing, automated packaging and product testing and R&D. Follow the Company on Instagram , Twitter , Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube .
We simply grow better.
Forward-Looking Information .
Certain statements made in this press release may constitute "forward-looking information", "future oriented financial information" or "financial outlooks" (collectively, "forward-looking information") within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking information may relate to anticipated events or results including, but not limited to: progressing towards becoming a premium cannabis CPG company; expected capital expenditures for the remainder of fiscal 2021; offering of additional products through the Medical Cannabis by Shoppers online sales platform; the implementation of the pre-roll autocone machine in the coming months at the Kincardine Facility; the Company's ability to grow near-term revenue and reach sustainable profitability; the Company's focus on cost containment and ability to execute on all planned initiatives; and other statements that are not historical facts. Particularly, information regarding our expectations of future results, targets, performance achievements, prospects or opportunities is forward-looking information. Often, but not always, forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "may", "will", "expect", "believe", "estimate", "plan", "could", "should", "would", "outlook", "forecast", "anticipate", "foresee", "continue" or the negative of these terms or variations of them or similar terminology. Forward-looking information is current as of the date it is made and is based on reasonable estimates and assumptions made by us at the relevant time in light of our experience and perception of historical trends, current conditions and expected future developments, as well as other factors that we believe are appropriate and reasonable in the circumstances. To the extent any forward-looking information in this press release constitutes "future oriented financial information" or "financial outlooks", within the meaning of applicable securities laws, the purpose of such information being provided is to demonstrate the potential of the Company and readers are cautioned that this information may not be appropriate for any other purpose. However, we do not undertake to update any such forward-looking information whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under applicable securities laws in Canada . There can be no assurance that such estimates and assumptions will prove to be correct.
Many factors could cause our actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements or future events or developments to differ materially from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking information as discussed in the "Risk Factors" section of the Company's Annual Information Form dated September 24, 2020 ("AIF"). A copy of the AIF and the Company's other publicly filed documents can be accessed under the Company's profile on the System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval ("SEDAR") at www.sedar.com . The Company cautions that the list of risk factors and uncertainties described in the AIF is not exhaustive and other factors could also adversely affect its results. Readers are urged to consider the risks, uncertainties and assumptions carefully in evaluating the forward-looking information and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such information.
Non-GAAP Measures and Additional Subtotals.
This news release contains certain financial performance measures that are not recognized or defined under IFRS ("Non-GAAP Measures") including, but not limited to, "Adjusted EBITDA" and Adjusted Gross Margin". As a result, this data may not be comparable to data presented by other cannabis companies. For an explanation and reconciliation of these measures to related comparable financial information presented in the Financial Statements prepared in accordance with IFRS, please refer to the "Results of Operations" section in the MD&A. The Company believes that these Non-GAAP Measures are useful indicators of operating performance and are specifically used by management to assess the financial and operational performance of the Company.
The Company defines Adjusted EBITDA as net income (loss) excluding amortization of property plant and equipment & intangible assets, share based payments, restructuring charges, impairment of inventory in production costs, fair value changes on growth of biological assets, realized fair value changes on inventory sold or impaired, net finance expenses, gain on settlement of convertible debentures, loss on modification of debt, gain on settlement of contract, gain or loss on disposal of property plant and equipment, unrealized and realized gains or losses on investments and income taxes.
The Company defines Adjusted Gross Margin as gross margin excluding inventory impairment, fair value changes on growth of biological assets and realized fair value changes on inventory sold or impaired.
The Company presents additional subtotals in its Financial Statements prepared in accordance with IFRS. The additional subtotals include, but not limited to, gross margin, excluding fair value items in its statements of comprehensive loss ("Additional Subtotals"). The Company defines gross margin, excluding fair value items as the gross margin before recording fair value changes on growth of biological assets and realized fair value changes on inventory sold or impaired. More information on changes in fair value of biological assets can be found in "Changes in fair value of biological assets" section of the MD&A.
Non-GAAP Measures and Additional Subtotals should be considered together with other financial information prepared in accordance with IFRS to enable investors to evaluate the Company's operating results, underlying performance and prospects in a manner similar to Supreme Cannabis' management. Accordingly, these Non-GAAP Measures and Additional Subtotals are intended to provide additional information and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for measures of performance prepared in accordance with IFRS.
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Andy Kirk, celým jménem Andrew Dewey Kirk, (28. května 1898 – 11. prosince 1992) byl americký jazzový saxofonista a tubista. Vyrůstal v Denveru a svou kariéru zahájil coby člen kapely George Morrisona. Poté působil v souboru Dark Clouds of Joy trumpetisty Terrence Holdera. Když kapelu Holder v roce 1929 opustil, jejím lídrem se stal Kirk, který ji přejmenoval na Clouds of Joy (často však byla kvůli počtu členů označována jako Twelve Clouds of Joy; twelve = dvanáct). Přestože byl lídrem kapely, nebyl sólistou a nechával raději prostor dalším členům. Kapela vydala několik nahrávek, přičemž některým z nich se dostalo úspěchu v hitparádách. V roce 1948 Kirk kapelu opustil, ale nadále pracoval jako hudebník. Později působil v hotelovém managementu a v realitách. Zemřel v Harlemu ve věku 94 let.

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In a five-day long test cricket match, a batsman generally takes some time to make himself comfortable at the crease, to understand the bowling strategy of the bowler. He is never in a hurry to play a critical shot that can take him back to the pavilion. There are some books also which take a lot of time to gain pace. So much time that you may find it an alluring option abandoning it. But somehow, you continue reading to see what's in store for you. Ritoban Chakrabarti's When She Smiled is the book for which I'm making such prelude. The book, by now you've understood, is a slow one without any significant twists or turns.
Set in the backdrop of the picturesque hill station of Shimla, the story revolves around a fifteen-year-old Bengali boy, Mrityunjoy Roy, who returns to Shimla after spending two years at the Sainik school and, rejoins his alma mater, DAV School. Here he meets Akanksha, his classmate and falls in love head over heels. Her mesmerizing smile and gorgeous looks enthrall Roy and, the teenage boy experiences the first love of his life. Akanksha joins Roy's tuition classes and, their friendship intensifies. Quite naturally, the loving friendship or puppy love makes others looking upon Roy with green eyes of envy. Then something happens and, Akanksha chooses a different path far away from Roy. Roy thinks himself bereft of everything in life. All his laughter, joy, and hope gone with the girl he loves with all his heart. At the same point of life, he confronts with another harsh reality, the death of a near and dear one in his family. The adolescence boy fights with himself to restore normalcy in his life again and comes in harmonious terms with his destiny through a series of events.
The storyline is simple and so is the narration. I liked the way the author has presented Shimla, a grand pictorial delineation. Roy's ecstatic expression on the first snowfall of the season, "Waking up to the first snowfall of the season is the best feeling in the world", makes me smile. I feel nostalgic recalling my own experience that resonates with Roy. The little mischievous acts of camouflaging story books within the covers of the textbooks has enlivened my childhood. I also liked the short, poetic dialogues exchanged between Roy and Akanksha. The way a teenage boy feels of his first love and the labyrinth of the relationship, all are drawn quite beautifully.
The characterization of Roy's parents, the way they fight over trivial issues, their feeling that spending on recreation or entertainment is not a wise enough decision, present a wholesome picture of that point of the time, when mobile phones, internet, and such other gadgets were not an integral part of life. When parents were much rigid and, their sole consecration was to make their children academically sound. The very chord of the story dates back to that era.
But, I'm sorry to say that the author has overkilled the story with too much of monotonous descriptions. The writing style is not engaging and things also become quite predictable with the progress of the story. Just as a house can't stand erect without a strong foundation, in the same way, the book lacks a tight plot. The story is emotionally charged, good for a prime-time serial or some Bollywood movie. Moreover, I'm not satisfied with the language used and, there are some grammatical errors too, the author would have been more cautious with the editing.
Throughout the book, I was searching for the reason of the title, When She Smiled. My hunt ended at the closing chapter and though the author has justified the reason for the title, I find it somewhat vague and abrupt. The ending, in fact, could have been much better and interesting. However, I believe, the author has the potential to produce something more enjoyable and worthy. I wish fair wind to his sail for his next publication.
A good read for CB fans may be, or you can read it to 'kill' your time while waiting in the hotel lounge or in an airport. For me, it was just an average, one time read.
Interesting take, I must say and you are right! There was nothing to keep readers hooked on and that's why my overall verdict matches yours. I liked the way the author has gone back to the days when there were no cell phones or internet.
Young love & the pains of growing up.
I really like the honesty of your review! That;s a good review is all about! Thanks so much Maniparna and have a wonderful weekend!
Always interesting to be a bit experimental — like leaving out of plot — and seeing what happens. Sometimes it works, And sometimes not so much. But he made some good constructive criticism that could be incorporated into the next work.
I am not going to pick it up and if I do then only for the description of Shimla you have mentioned . Infact i enjoyed your review 🙂 (as usual) .
Only thing hooked me is the poetic dialogues between hero & heroine.
You may be right about the book, but the story is one that we all can relate to.
Yes, it reminds you of your teenage days. But the style of narration is dragging and monotonous. 😦 …it's mostly because of that I gave it a 3 star rating. Otherwise, I liked the simple plot, which, I think, could have been developed into a much better book.
I can probably collaborate with you. Give you ideas. You are much better writer than me.
I look at your stories and I feel that all the time.
A small book may be, for lazy people like me. You should though. It will be a pleasant thing to hear about your book. Will look forward to it.
Telepathy :O May be. Blog telepathy.
To me, it appears that possibly this novel is atleast based on his personal emotions, Possibly those factors overpowered him. If i have nothing to do and wait in thw waiting hall for hours together I prefer to read Chetan Bhagat but not a hybrid. As I am now moving in field locations I am unable to take part in this. By the time the summer starts and I am back to my seat in the corporate office this wonderful reviewing contest shall be all over. Anyway happy reading.


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Posted on April 19, 2021 April 27, 2021 by Cathy
A Coordinated Access System is only as strong as the people doing the work on the frontlines to support our community. We're fortunate in Saint John to have a strong group of dedicated professionals who care deeply about the well-being of our community and the people in it. In this series, we will dive into the stories of the experts on the frontlines to explore what it means to do genuine community work.
Helping People Build Their Voice
Opening your inbox on a dreary winter day to see the subject line, "Feel-Good Story," does not often happen in this field, but when it does, it sticks with you.
Receiving an email like this from Misty is par for the course – she is as genuine as they come. The Skillslink Coordinator at the John Howard Society spends her days assisting people with barriers to employment to find meaningful work. She is also a fierce advocate.
It all adds up that Misty's first foray into non-profit, community work would be International Women's Day 2 years ago. "My favourite thing about this work is helping people build their voice so they can stand up for themselves."
Misty sees the gaps in the system starkly and does not hesitate to call them out.
The Feel-Good Story? An incredible example of housing first in practice.
Housing First: A Feel-Good Story
Like everyone working in the homeless-serving sector in Saint John, Misty loves a success story. She was happy to share how the housing first model indeed came into play for a young woman she supported.
"Jennifer (name changed for confidentiality) came with a backpack on her back and little else. She had lost her job, her children and her home due to addiction."
Jennifer was newly sober after attending rehab. Her story of trauma interwoven with addiction was not unlike the stories we hear each day in the homeless-serving sector. Fortunately, she found Misty. Jennifer was added to the By-Names List and was prioritized for an apartment uptown. Once housed, the pieces quickly fell back into place for Jennifer. She began a program through the John Howard Society and obtained employment in the helping field with Misty's oversight. Jennifer saved up for a car and worked tirelessly to reunite with her children.
At the one-year mark for Jennifer's sobriety, Misty brought over a giant cookie cake to celebrate. "For me, the coolest thing is how healthy she looks." Misty described the joy on Jennifer's face and the palpable sense of pride she exuded. Jennifer had her apartment looking pristine and thoughtfully decorated, including flowers on the table and pictures on the fridge, small signifiers of a home.
"Every single person deserves to have someone to stand up for them."
Misty is familiar with the experience of homelessness. Growing up in Provincial care in Ontario as a child, Misty became homeless at the age of 15 and aged out of care the following year. Like many young people, she did not qualify for income assistance because she was not in school. Using her creativity and voice, Misty quickly became a strong self-advocate. When she had children, they became her driving factor. She wanted to build her life up to be better for her kids.
Considering her life experiences, both personal and professional, Misty brings a multi-faceted perspective to her work. Her inspiration now? "A community where I can walk by and wave at my neighbours, where we pick each other up instead of living separately." And she is taking action to get there.
Many of the folks that Misty works with share that they "Want to give back and help others." Not every story has a happy ending, but Misty is motivated by the idea of serving people when and where she can. By meeting people where they are and helping them along the path to self-empowerment, Misty believes in a community where mutual aid is the reality.
If you have questions about Saint John's By-Names List or homelessness resources, please email BNLupdates@gmail.com.
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Saint John's Prevention Program
As we reduce chronic homelessness in Saint John, we have used data to determine the next steps. One key aspect of Saint John's Coordinated Access System is the Prevention Program operated out of Fresh Start Services.
The Backstory: Developing the Prevention Program
Fresh Start is an institution in the Saint John homeless serving sector —since 2009, the powerhouse agency has been working to reduce barriers for women experiencing homelessness. Advocating for people at risk of eviction, standing up for people navigating the social security network and assisting folks in accessing emergency food options are a few of the activities Fresh Start does best. You are in good hands when the women at Fresh Start have your back.
While they continue to provide ongoing support to people in need, the new Prevention Program acts as an integral component to Saint John's homeless serving system by reducing homeless inflow onto the By-Names List (BNL) and addressing the situational, episodic, or chronic challenges that result in homelessness. The program's purpose is to maintain or improve people's current living situations to keep them where they are instead of attempting to re-house them in an over-priced rental market.
Why Prevention?
There are three primary approaches to addressing homelessness[1]:
Prevention – Stopping people from becoming homeless in the first place.
Emergency Response – Providing emergency supports like shelter, food, and day programs while someone is homeless.
Housing, Accommodation, and Supports – The provision of housing and ongoing supports as a means of moving people out of homelessness.
While Saint John's Coordinated Access System addresses homelessness by assisting people in moving off the BNL through housing, accommodation and support, Prevention targets homelessness by stopping people from being added to the BNL in the first place.
If we can strategically target homelessness from both ends of the spectrum, we are well on our way to ending chronic homelessness in our community. Fresh Start provides Prevention support while other agencies in the Coordinated System such as shelters (Emergency Response) and housing programs (Housing, Accommodation and Supports) make up the other pieces of the system. All components work to manage the inflow and outflow of homelessness.
Fresh Start Prevention: A Three-Tiered Approach
The Fresh Start Prevention Program takes a strategic three-tiered approach to homelessness prevention. The first tier of support involves providing emergency funds (Emergency Homeless Prevention Fund – EHPF) to mitigate the risk of homelessness. The second tier involves light-touch advocacy and mediation services for those at risk of homelessness – this tier focuses on resolving single challenges to prevent housing loss. The third tier is for individuals who require more intensive case management involving complex behaviours or ongoing difficulties related to housing loss. All three levels of assistance involve consideration for the EHPF financial support. Individuals 19+ who are at risk of homelessness or in their first month of homelessness may be eligible for support through Fresh Start's Prevention Program.
Kristen: Saint John's Prevention Program Manager
"I can't always fix someone's situation, but I can improve their day." Kristen, Saint John's Prevention Lead, approaches homelessness prevention collaboratively alongside her clients, "We take those little steps forward together and help them move beyond their current situation." Kristen has been working in the field of homelessness for three years. Before that, she worked in the non-profit housing field in group homes, emergency crisis intervention and youth observation – she brings years of expertise to the table.
The Prevention Program's role is to address the situational, episodic or chronic challenges that result in homelessness. "If we can intervene at that point, we can make sure that people do not become chronically homeless," Kristen says.
Kristen recognizes that not every prevention effort will be successful, but connecting people to the Coordinated Access system can help support prevention efforts. Currently, Fresh Start sees 110 prevention clients monthly, and they have seen an 83% success rate – numbers that demonstrate both the need for and efficacy of the program.
The Public's Role in Prevention
The public plays a significant role in the prevention program's success, especially with the increasingly competitive rental market. "Everyone out there is either a tenant or a landlord," Kristen says that she appreciates the people in the community who are willing to work with Fresh Start to address chronic homelessness and prevent inflow into the system. She is impressed by the response from landlords, the community, and tenants. "They're the ones who make it work."
Landlords often need a sounding board to discuss the unique challenges of owning property and housing people. Kristen works closely with property owners to address problems that arise and mitigate issues before they bubble to the surface. She says a key to collaboration is to avoid sugar-coating anything, "Landlords appreciate honesty." Much of Kristen's role is to act as a mediator between landlords and their tenants, using her communication skills to break down barriers.
Kristen sees the Prevention Program as a long-term effort towards addressing generational homelessness and poverty. The program works with individuals and families to educate them and provide them with the skills to avoid becoming homeless in the future. "If we can improve their socio-economic status and skills now, we will see fewer individuals entering homelessness in the future."
For more on Saint John's Prevention Program and Fresh Start Services, visit their website: http://www.sjfreshstart.org/.
[1] Homelesshub.ca. 2021. Prevention | The Homeless Hub. [online] Available at: <https://homelesshub.ca/solutions/prevention> [Accessed 19 April 2021].
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An uneven recovery
Posted on April 1, 2021 April 1, 2021 by Chelsea Driscoll
It has been a little over a year since the COVID-19 pandemic hit New Brunswick. During the first wave (between February and April 2020), employment in New Brunswick dropped by 50,100 and the unemployment rate reached a high of 13.3% in April[1]. Both the federal and provincial governments quickly put supports in place to help workers when they needed it most and as of October 4th, 2020, 167,360 New Brunswickers applied for CERB or EI[2]. While there continues to be waves of COVID-19 cases in the province, our government has implemented a recovery plan that allows many New Brunswickers to continue working and ultimately allows our economy to begin recovery.
Overall, New Brunswick's labour force recovery looks promising; according to the Labour Force Survey (LFS) February 2021's employment rate was only 1.2 percentage points below where it was last February, which was the last "pre-pandemic" month in the survey. The unemployment rate is only 1.6 percentage points higher than in February 2020 and the labour force participation is only 0.2 percentage points lower than the pre-pandemic level.
However, the recovery has not been shared evenly among all workers. We took a deep dive into the LFS data to see who has been most impacted, and a few trends emerged. The data shows that low wage workers (those earning less than $15/hour), mothers with children under 12, and lone parent families were hit hard during the first wave and are also slow to recover.
Low-wage workers
When looking at changes in employment by hourly wage in New Brunswick there was a significant drop in employment during the first wave for all but the top 25% of wage earners. Those in the bottom 25% were hit the hardest (see Figure 1). Nearly one-third of workers earning less than $15/hour lost their job during the first wave. Retail, as well as accommodation and food services were among some of the hardest hit industries, and many workers in these sectors are low-wage workers. According to the LFS, New Brunswick's median wage in February 2020 for those in the retail and accommodation/food industry was $14.00 and $12.50 respectively.
The recovery for low wage workers has also been uneven. In February 2021, employment among those earning less than $15/hour is still 18.1% below the pre-pandemic level. Those earning $15/hour or more have more or less recovered.
Women and working mothers
The pandemic has also disproportionately impacted more women than men across Canada. A recent study highlighted that employment losses among women across Canada in March and April 2020 erased 15 years of employment gains[3]. While it does not appear that there are dramatic discrepancies between men and women in New Brunswick (see Figure 2), working mothers with children under 12 have been adversely impacted.
Between February and April 2020 employment among women with children under 12 dropped by 14.7%, compared to a drop of 6.0% for men with children under 12. During these months, schools and daycares were closed, causing many women whose jobs could not be done from home to leave the workforce to stay home with their children. Not only is there a significant difference between working mothers and fathers with children under 12 during the first wave, but mothers have been slower to recover. As of February 2021, only employment for working mothers with children under 12 was still 9.3% below the pre-pandemic level.
Another cohort that is being left behind during the recovery is lone parent families. Between February and April 2020 employment among lone parent families dropped by 29% (see Figure 3). By comparison, employment among couple families with children dropped by 8.4%.
Lone parents have also been slow to recover compared to couples with children under 18. In February 2021, employment among lone parents was still 26.7% below the February 2020 level, whereas employment among couples with children under 18 was 4.3% higher. Nearly 4 out of 5 lone parent families are female led in New Brunswick[4]; just another example of how the pandemic has disproportionately impacted women.
What does this mean going forward?
This uneven recovery highlights several concerns for low wage workers, mothers with children under 12, and lone parents. Many of these workers would have been protected by the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB), however, there are other negative impacts aside from financial stability that job loss and economic insecurity cause. Knowing that certain populations are still without employment there is a real threat that they will be left behind. We need to ensure that New Brunswick's economic recovery plan focuses on low wage workers, working mothers and lone parents. Failure to account for our most vulnerable workers could have long-term consequences leading to rising poverty rates, an influx into homelessness and increasing food insecurity to name a few, all of which could have lasting impacts on generations to come.
[1] 1. Statistics Canada. Table 14-10-0287-01 Labour force characteristics, monthly, seasonally adjusted and trend-cycle, last 5 months.
[2] Government of Canada. Total Canada Emergency Response Benefit (delivered by Service Canada and Canada Revenue Agency, combined) and EI benefits as of October 4th, 2020. Table 1: Total unique applicants by province/territory and age group. https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/claims-report.html
[3] LMI Insights Report 39. Women in Recessions: What makes COVID-19 Different? March 2021. https://lmic-cimt.ca/publications-all/lmi-insight-report-no-39/
[4] Census 2016.
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