Sentences with phrase «year change of control»

Furthermore by having only a third elected each year change of control is achieved gradually, thereby reflecting the more consistent views of the electorate rather than those that prevail at just one brief period and which might be temporary in nature.

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Weston said his family, who also controls Loblaw's parent company, George Weston Ltd. (TSX: WN), has undergone some major changes in the past year, including the $ 12.4 - billion blockbuster acquisition of the Shoppers Drug Mart chain.

Thousands of high school students and other gun - control advocates gathered in Washington and across the U.S. Saturday to demand tougher firearms restrictions from an older generation that's delivered little change after years of mass shootings.

With the entire House on next year's ballot — and about one - third of the U.S. Senate up for a vote, too — the stakes are high for those in the Bay Area who seek to erode the GOP's control of Congress and erect a new bulwark against Trump's agenda in areas like immigration and climate change.

Among the factors that could cause actual results to differ materially are the following: (1) worldwide economic, political, and capital markets conditions and other factors beyond the Company's control, including natural and other disasters or climate change affecting the operations of the Company or its customers and suppliers; (2) the Company's credit ratings and its cost of capital; (3) competitive conditions and customer preferences; (4) foreign currency exchange rates and fluctuations in those rates; (5) the timing and market acceptance of new product offerings; (6) the availability and cost of purchased components, compounds, raw materials and energy (including oil and natural gas and their derivatives) due to shortages, increased demand or supply interruptions (including those caused by natural and other disasters and other events); (7) the impact of acquisitions, strategic alliances, divestitures, and other unusual events resulting from portfolio management actions and other evolving business strategies, and possible organizational restructuring; (8) generating fewer productivity improvements than estimated; (9) unanticipated problems or delays with the phased implementation of a global enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, or security breaches and other disruptions to the Company's information technology infrastructure; (10) financial market risks that may affect the Company's funding obligations under defined benefit pension and postretirement plans; and (11) legal proceedings, including significant developments that could occur in the legal and regulatory proceedings described in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10 - K for the year ended Dec. 31, 2017, and any subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10 - Q (the «Reports»).

Midsize companies did a better job this year than last year of controlling their medical costs, mainly because of a willingness to change the design of their health plans to obtain lower prices.

(CNN)-- Changes to a decades - old federal program that provides birth control and other reproductive health care services to millions of low - income people each year prompted lawsuits that were filed against the Trump administration Wednesday.

In addition, it noted what would be fairly boilerplate severance terms: «If the Company terminates Mr. Ryan's employment without cause on or after a change in control or he resigns for good reason due to a change in control, subject to his execution and non-revocation of a release of claims, the Company will pay him, in addition to his previously - accrued compensation, severance equal to the following: (i) in the case of a change in control of Tribune Publishing or the Company, 12 months of his base salary and one year of his annual targeted bonus amount.»

All options and restricted shares awarded under our equity plans are also subject to a double - trigger accelerated vesting condition under the terms of our equity award letters, which provides for an acceleration of the vesting schedule if the associate is terminated without cause or resigns for good reason (as defined by the applicable equity plan) within the one - year period following a change in control (as defined by the applicable equity plan).

It led to a sequence of changes, each one begetting the next, until 13 years later virtually all controls on banks had been removed, foreign banks had been allowed to enter the market and the exchange rate had been floated.

And many leaders in the Republican - controlled Congress, where gun restrictions have withered over the years, have shown no change of heart in light of this week's school shooting.

Operating expenses for the year were $ 72.2 billion, a decrease of $ 4.7 billion, or 6.1 percent, compared to the prior year, although this net reduction was largely attributable to changes in actuarially determined expenses outside of management's control.

«The vesting of each executive's awards will accelerate upon termination of his employment for any reason (including a resignation for good reason) other than cause, death or disability (as such terms are defined in such executive's employment agreement) if such termination takes place upon or within two years following a change in control (as defined in such executive's employment agreement) that occurs during the term of his employment agreement and such executive signs a general waiver and release that has become effective.»

The acquisition was part of the larger change in control trend that has defined Canada's marijuana industry recently, with companies battling to gain market share before marijuana sales become legal later this year.

Another surprise event at this year's convention was the decision to reject the effort by some to change the auxiliary status of the Woman's Missionary Union, a missions - support group, and bring it under the direct control of the convention.

Rick the more i think about it we are to live as overcomers not strugglers since the day i decided to turn away from the sin that was controlling my life i never fell back into old sinful patterns not once, was i tempted many many times.The Lord will work in our lives one area at a time he needs us to give him full control so if an area is taking control we do need to hand it to him so he can change us.How do we do it immediately we say Lord you know i am weak but in you i am strong i leaned on him and overcame time and time again.We all have areas of weakness that we struggle in so do nt feel bad.Struggling is us trying to do it in our own strength before this process i was so stubborn i refused to let God help me i wanted to do it in my own strength and so it was a roller coaster ride in my christian walk if the day went well i was on a high if it did nt i would would be down.Not any more now when things do nt go to plan i still thank the Lord and when it goes well i thank the Lord.Because i know that all things work for good to those who love the Lord.The main area he is wanting is our hearts he wants all our heart not only some until we come to that place we will continue to struggle in our faith.The only reason to tell you this is not to boast because of what i have done in myself because i have nothing to boast about but if i did i would brag that Christ has empowered me by his holy spirit to be an overcomer just as he would want you to be.As Christians we are all called to be overcomers more than conquerers.Make a decision today to turn all your hearts to the Lord to acknowledge the areas you are holding onto that are controlling your flesh life hand them to the Lord and walk according to the spirit and not the flesh and he will give you the victory.That can be a reality starting today merry christmas everyone and may the new year be an exciting one as we put all our trust in Christ our Lord and savior.Brentnz

It is simply about control of others for power and wealth as nothing has changed in the past 10,000 years.

It should be a spring board for change, deep relection, and ultimately growth if we are willing to look seriously at what went wrong including acknowledging that some things are out of our hands... beyond our control and then move on... because that moment in time just isn't worth the energy over the years to keep it alive in our heart, souls and mind.

Two years after changing the way I ate and lived, I was able to get in control of my symptoms and resume normal life, which was amazing and everyday I'm so grateful for it.

They control the majority of the World's wealth and arguably are one of the most powerful blocks in the world, hardly a quality one would associate with a «minority» Perhaps the millions of non Christians who lost land or culture (not to mention millions of lives) as a result of Christian nations colonizing the World justifiably would call this headline atrocious as it simply is historically untrue if one looks at the World over the past 300 or so years and it ignores the reality of suffering brought forth by a particular religion that seeks to change all people to any one particular religion.

SABMiller bought out Foster's in a $ 12.3 billion takeover and this triggered a change of control clause for Corona's then Mexican owner, Grupo Modelo, allowing for the licensing switch to Lion in early 2012 — even though Foster's had spent 22 years building the Corona brand in Australia.

Let's not forget that we have an incredibly versatile squad this year and to not change the formations now then will only limit us both tactically and in style of play, even if this formation may just bring some control until Santi comes back why shouldn't we take it?

His ability to control the game from the backline forever changed the role of defensemen; he was named the NHL's MVP three consecutive seasons and the league's top defenseman eight straight years.

Based on the statistics now floating around regarding New England's extreme efficiency of ball control in the last several years, something has changed.

The 22 - year - old, at home on either flank or when cutting inside, is always looking to confront defenders, his pace, flawless ball control and sinuous changes of direction make him highly elusive, and he comes up with rearguard - shredding through balls.

Desperate to see a change in the boardroom, supporters began a year - long campaign to have Knight's popular consortium take control of their club.

Wenger won't change, he can't change, and quite frankly we don't need him to change we need him to leave, so another young coach can come in and get started on freshening up the club, but we all know this greedy egotistical control freak won't go and we will have at least another 2 years of this boring predictable crab football,

Had I waited I was seeing myself with an almost 3 year old who threw a fit and cried if she saw panties or pull ups and who still wore diapers only out of control and who wants to be changing a 3 year olds diaper... not me.

For 8 - year - old children, physical development will continue to be more about refinement of skills, coordination, and muscle control rather than huge changes.

Your toddlers will undergo a lot of changes this year and trust us; they can't still control their behavior.

My Wifes mother tried to push me out of naming my own child, my Mother is overly controlling about nonsensical «back in my day» garbage... thing have changed in the 35 years since she had me I love them both but I would prefer it if they wouldnt try to help without us asking first

Senate Republicans had previously supported another 12 - month extension of mayoral control, but on Monday night submitted changes that would provide a three - year deadline, along with the education tax credit, which is geared toward private schools, as well as a range of other provisions.

With the Republicans likely to maintain control of the Senate going into next year, little has changed in Albany and those voting reforms may yet be unmovable.

A full consultation document with detailed proposals on all the areas of foreign profits taxation under review is very unlikely - but updated proposals on changes to the controlled foreign companies regime and a new restriction on interest expense are likely before the end of the year and could be unveiled in the pre-budget report.

Influences contributing to the changes of heart are secret Republican polls showing majority support for gay marriage in key swing districts and the strong possibility that the GOP could lose control of the Senate next year to Democrats campaigning on the issue, sources said.

The Democratic - led Assembly backed Cuomo's proposal earlier this year for an extension of mayoral control of three years, without any changes to the program.

The Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 stipulated the change to allow Congress more time to arrive at a budget each year, and provided for what is known as the «transitional quarter» from 1 July 1976 to 30 September 1976.

In interviews, de Blasio administration officials and Albany lawmakers agreed that a three - year extension was the easiest way to maintain the current system of mayoral control without significant changes, a win for de Blasio.

It's unclear, though, whether there's enough political pressure, especially during an election year, to convince the Republican - controlled Senate to approve the $ 1.25 per hour raise and create a system of automatic future increases tied to other economic changes.

Years of effort failed to change those laws until New York elected a black governor and a minority - led, Democrat - controlled State Senate.

However, the VDC plan also has several significant advantages: members vest in a year, compared to 10 years years for any current DB pension plan; they can control their own investment profile with the advice of experts; and the DC plan is portable, meaning it follows employees when they change jobs in the public or private sectors, in or out of New York.

It changes the calculus of the battle for control of the state Senate next year, and also upends any hope Astorino harbored of seeking a re-match in 2018 after his 2014 loss to Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo.

In addition to the looming change in Senate control with Scott Brown's election, December meant the end of the 111th Congress so after an exhausting year of work Congress would have had to start all over.

If I'm president for X number of years, and there's a wave of change in the next election cycle, my like - minded justices serve as an enduring bulwark against out of control foolishness of those who don't agree with my own irrefutable wisdom.

At stake this year for control of the Senate: Strengthening abortion rights, changes to campaign finance laws and providing tuition assistance to undocumented immigrants.

«In 2008 Democrats voted for change, in 2010 Republicans took control of the United States House of Representatives frustrated with Washington — what we've witnessed these past years is a broken system.

If Democrats do keep control of the House, look for a change in their leadership next year.

While the current New York City congressional delegation consists of 11 Democrats and one Republican, a makeup that is unlikely to change this year, results from key primaries in three swing districts outside the city have set the stage for races that could factor into which party controls the House after November's elections.

With just one exception, Pryce sided with the new Democratic majority on every major bill and rule change that came to a vote in the past two weeks, even voting against her party on a procedural vote, a move considered heretical in the years of GOP control.

Another argument is that mayoral control makes it more feasible to carry out large - scale changes or initiatives like Mr. de Blasio's expansion of prekindergarten and «3 - K for All,» his plan to offer free preschool to all 3 - year - olds.