2003 News Releases
AUGUST
August 25, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES unveils Netasyst Solution for small and mid-size businesses and field service organizations
August 25, 2003 MCAFEE SECURITY launches new version of McAfee VirusScan with enhanced WormStopper(TM) Technology
August 22, 2003 RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE to open second Canadian location in Mississauga, Ontario
August 21, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES introduces new McAfee SpamKiller appliances to protect customers from spam
August 21, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES announces new McAfee SpamKiller for WebShield appliances solution
August 20, 2003 Security alert: NETWORK ASSOCIATES AVERT raises risk assessment on Sobig.f Worm to "high" for consumers
August 19, 2003 Virus Advisory: NETWORK ASSOCIATES AVERT places Nachi threat as "medium"
August 12, 2003 3 Virus Advisory: NETWORK ASSOCIATES AVERT places Lovsan threat as "medium on watch"
August 8, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES hosts best practices system protection webcast
JULY
July 29, 2003 OKI DATA announces C5300n letter/legal colour copy system
July 29, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES provides quick and immediate response to new virus strains with MCAFEE AVERT DAT notification service from AVERT LABS
July 29, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES to host Webcast on organizational cost-saving strategies
July 24, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES extends Support Services with New PrimeSupport Hardware Program
July 22, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES technology provides detection and prevention for Cisco IOS and Microsoft RPC vulnerabilities
July 21, 2003 4th quarter sales and performance report released by YAK COMMUNICATIONS (USA), INC.
July 15, 2003 SIMON WIESENTHAL’S “Digital Terrorism and Hate 2003” CD-ROM released in Québec today
July 14, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES extends next-generation intrusion detection and prevention solution to mid-size and branch office networks
July 13, 2003 OKI DATA introduces C5000 Series for colour and mono printers
July 7, 2003 YAK COMMUNICATIONS (CANADA) Inc. successfully completes acquisition of Contour Telecom Inc. and Argos Telecom Inc. from Allstream Inc. (formerly AT&T Canada Inc.)
JUNE
June 26, 2003 YAK announces purchase of next generation technology
and joint venture agreement with Convenxia Limited.
June 23, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES provides industry leading virus protection for portable devices with MCAFEE VirusScan PDA
June 23, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES announces new MCAFEE proactive defense solution to fight against complex internet threats at the desktop
June 19, 2003 SIMON WIESENTHAL's “Digital Terrorism and Hate 2003” CD-ROM released in Toronto
June 19, 2003 Two Toronto Hate Crime Unit Detectives honoured by FRIENDS OF SIMON WIESENTHAL CENTER
June 18, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES ships 'Helpdesk IQ' from MAGIC SOLUTIONS
June 18, 2003 OKI DATA offers fax support for Canadian NHL Clubs on draft day
June 16, 2003 BLJC names The Communications Group Inc. PR Agency of Record
June 13, 2003 $170,000 raised for Sunnybrook and Women's College Health Sciences Centre at 6th Annual FIRKIN Golf Classic
June 12, 2003 Leading research firm concludes NETWORK ASSOCIATES intrusion prevention appliance can provide a return on investment of up to 145 per cent
June 11, 2003 BCIT renews facility management contract with BLJC
June 10, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES ships new version of MCAFEE epolicy orchestrator
June 9, 2003 OKI c7300n wins 2003 World Class Award from PC World
June 5, 2003 GROUP TELECOM signs two contracts in Newfoundland
June 2, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES engineers new MCAFEE portalshield for Microsoft Office Sharepoint Portal Server 2003 Beta 2
June 2, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES innovates multiple security defense applications for Microsoft Exchange Server 2003
MAY
May 30, 2003 Volunteers build playground at GREENWIN's San Romanoway
May 29, 2003 Canadians in the workplace working harder to maintain their relationships, says WARREN SHEPELL CONSULTANTS
May 21, 2003 MCAFEE Security Experts advise on protecting your network from the onslaught of spam
May 21, 2003 Microsoft announces alliance with NETWORK ASSOCIATES and trend micro for antivirus collaboration service
May 20, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES launches SNIFFER Technologies s6040: industry's first blade-based architecture to manage high-speed networks
May 20, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES delivers network protection through enhanced NPO™ solution from SNIFFER Technologies
May 20, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES delivers new SNIFFER distributed software for complete network protection
May 20, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES announces new SNIFFER network protection platform for enterprises and service providers
May 14, 2003 Third quarter results announced by YAK COMMUNICATIONS
May 14, 2003 FIRKIN GROUP and Molson launch "nice firkin buns" promotion in 35 locations
May 12, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES completes acquisition of intruvert networks, inc.
May 12, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES increases proactive security policy management with MCAFEE epolicy orchestrator
May 12, 2003 Virus advisory: NETWORK ASSOCIATES avert places medium on watch risk assessment on new mass mailing worm fizzer
May 8, 2003 Calgary callers now able to talk longer, for less with LOONEYCALL
May 7, 2003 Callers in b.c. now able to talk longer, for less with LOONEYCALL
May 7, 2003 Canadian tire money welcome at DIPAMO’S BARBEQUE on Eglinton west
May 6, 2003 Edmonton callers now able to talk longer, for less with LOONEYCALL
May 6, 2003 AT&T Canada announces sale of Contour Telecom inc. and Argos Telecom inc. to YAK COMMUNICATIONS (Canada).
May 5, 2003 Canada's wonderland opens first DIPAMO’S BARBEQUE Express!
May 5, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES receives best anti-virus product award for MCAFEE Security from SC Magazine
May 5, 2003 YAK COMMUNICATIONS listed on NASDA
APRIL
April 30, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES completes acquisition of Entercept Security
April 24, 2003 Alliance Atlantis casts TORONTO FILM STUDIOS in supporting role
April 23, 2003 The beat goes on…with HEATHWOOD HOMES' heartfelt donation to
“Cardiac Safe City” campaign
April 15, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES MCAFEE Security introduces anti-spam solutions for enterprise customers
April 14, 2003 WORLDCOM files plan of reorganization and changes brand name to MCI
April 11, 2003 LOONEYCALL from YAK COMMUNICATIONS lands in Ottawa
April 8, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES extends online support services with new customer Support Portal
April 7, 2003 YAK offers cell phone users discount long distance rates in GTA
April 1, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES offers SNIFFER University advanced cours
MARCH
March 27, 2003 CONSERVATORY GROUP to launch Ontario’s largest Décor Centre
March 27, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES strengthens real-time cure for viruses and malicious code with Webimmune 2.0 from avert labs
March 26, 2003 6th Annual FIRKIN Golf Classic supports Sunnybrook and Women’s College Health Sciences Centre
March 20, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES and Microsoft Business Solutions form alliance to provide enhanced help desk service technology
March 20, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES announces 'Helpdesk IQ' for small and medium size organizations
March 19, 2003 WORLDCOM CANADA unveils Event Webcasting Solution
March 18, 2003 FIRKIN GROUP and Labatt to launch Big Clucking Deal in 35 locations
March 12, 2003 CAMROST FELCORP names TCG PR Agency of Record
March 10, 2003 With LOONEYCALL, Québecers now able to talk longer, for less
March 6, 2003 HUMAN RIGHTS GROUP urges Germany to suspend charges against Zundel
March 6, 2003 YAK COMMUNICATIONS (USA) announces settlement/shares repurchase
March 5, 2003 WARREN SHEPELL Manufacturing Sector reports anger and addiction trend
March 4, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES introduces MCAFEE ViruScan Enterprise 7.0: next generation virus protection in a 10mb package
March 4, 2003 SNIFFER Technologies scores high in worldwide customer loyalty
FEBRUARY
February 25, 2003 WARREN SHEPELL Tech worker Report shows stress on the rise
February 24, 2003 Virus advisory: NETWORK ASSOCIATES Avert places "Medium on Watch Risk" assessment on new mailer w32/lovgate@m worm
February 10, 2003 1-800-Pigs Fly across Canada from DIPAMO'S!
February 10, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES unveils ‘Infinistream™ Security Forensics’ solution from SNIFFER Technologies
February 6, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES new security initiative to drive protection for emerging wireless technologies
February 3, 2003 MCAFEE Security's 'Freescan' helps users protect home computers
JANUARY
January 30, 2003 Don’t get slammed by the next slammer; NETWORK ASSOCIATES to host webcast
January 29, 2003 Long distance dial-around industry leader, YAKexpands market-share
January 28, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES protects network for Human Resources Development Canada with MCAFEE Security Technology
January 27, 2003 SLAMMER weekend worm attack – what happened?
January 27, 2003 FIRKIN GROUP OF PUBS says "cheers" to The Communications Group
January 23, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES reports Fourth Quarter revenue of $256 million; annual revenue of $942 million
January 14, 2003 AWARDS & ACCOLADES fOR DIPAMO'S 514 Eglinton W.
January 14, 2003 MCAFEE Security receives 'best buy' award from SC magazine
January 7, 2003 MCAFEE internet gateway receives ICSA Certification
January 6, 2003 NETWORK ASSOCIATES acquires DeerSoft, Inc. Anti-spam Technology
