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Globe and Mail
15-07-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Cizzle Brands Announces Closing of Over-Subscribed Non-Brokered Private Placement
Cizzle Brands Corporation (Cboe Canada: CZZL) (OTCQB: CZZLF) (Frankfurt: 8YF) (the 'Company' or 'Cizzle Brands'), is pleased to announce it has closed the second and final tranche of its previously announced non-brokered private placement (the ' Offering '), bringing total proceeds raised under the Offering to $4,501,682. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: Cizzle Brands announced the closing of an over-subscribed private placement for gross proceeds of approximately $4,500,000. The Company is pleased to confirm that the Offering was over-subscribed, reflecting the strong and sustained investor interest in Cizzle Brands' strategy and outlook. John Celenza, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Cizzle Brands, commented: 'This financing marks another important milestone for us as we continue to elevate the game in health and wellness and sports nutrition. Not only does it reflect investor confidence in our strategy with the Offering over-subscribed, it also demonstrates our team's belief in our business with executives and employees investing over $500,000 in the round. We're focused, aligned, and energized to keep driving revenues while maintaining industry leading gross margins.' The second tranche of the Offering consisted of 9,796,340 units of the Company (the ' Units ') at a price of $0.36 per Unit, for aggregate gross proceeds of approximately $3,526,682. The first tranche of the Offering, which consisted of 2,708,331 Units at a price of $0.36 per Unit, for aggregate gross proceeds of $975,000, closed on Thursday, July 10, 2025. Each Unit consists of one common share of the Company (each, a ' Share ') and one share purchase warrant of the Company (each, a ' Warrant '). Each Warrant entitles the holder thereof to purchase one additional Share of the Company at a price of $0.44 for a period of thirty-six months from the date of issuance. The net proceeds from the Offering will be used primarily for working capital and general corporate purposes. Finders' fees and referral fees, consisting of a cash fee of $20,088.00 and the issuance of 70,611 Units were paid to certain persons in respect of the Offering. Insiders and employees of the Company subscribed for an aggregate of 258,905 Units and 1,255,556 Units, respectively, for gross proceeds of $93,205.80 and $452,000 under the Offering. Participation by insiders of the Company in the Offering constitutes a 'related-party transaction' as defined under Multilateral Instrument 61-101 - Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions (' MI 61-101 '). The issuance of securities is exempt from the formal valuation requirements of Section 5.4 of MI 61-101 pursuant to Subsection 5.5(a) of MI 61-101 and is also exempt from the minority approval requirements of Section 5.6 of MI 61-101 pursuant to Subsection 5.7(1)(b) of MI 61-101, in each case because the fair market value of the Units is less than 25% of the Company's market capitalization. This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities described in this news release. Such securities have not been, and will not be, registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the ' U.S. Securities Act '), or any state securities laws, and, accordingly, may not be offered or sold within the United States, or to or for the account or benefit of persons in the United States or 'U.S. Persons', as such term is defined in Regulation S promulgated under the U.S. Securities Act, unless registered under the U.S. Securities Act and applicable state securities laws or pursuant to an exemption from such registration requirements. About Cizzle Brands Corporation Cizzle Brands Corporation is a sports nutrition company that is elevating the game in health and wellness. Through extensive collaboration and testing with leading athletes and trainers across several elite sports, Cizzle Brands has launched two leading product lines in the sports nutrition category: (i) CWENCH Hydration™, a better-for-you sports drink that is now carried in over 3,000 locations in Canada, the United States, and Europe; and (ii) Spoken Nutrition, a premium brand of athlete-grade nutraceuticals that carry the prestigious NSF Certified for Sport® qualification. All Cizzle Brands products are designed to help people achieve their best in both competitive sports and in living a healthy, vibrant, active lifestyle. For more information about Cizzle Brands, please visit: For more information about CWENCH Hydration™, please visit: On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Company, CIZZLE BRANDS CORPORATION 'John Celenza' John Celenza, Founder, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION This news release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities laws, which may include, but is not limited to, the intended use of the net proceeds of the Offering and the Company's business plans and objectives. Such forward-looking information is often, but not always, identified by the use of words and phrases such as "plans", "expects", "is expected", "budget", "scheduled", "estimates", "forecasts", "intends", "anticipates", or "believes" or variations (including negative variations) of such words and phrases, or state that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken, occur or be achieved. Various assumptions or factors are typically applied in drawing conclusions or making the forecasts or projections set out in forward-looking information. Those assumptions and factors are based on information currently available to the Company. Forward looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other risk factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking information. Such risks include risks related to increased competition and current global financial conditions, access and supply risks, reliance on key personnel, operational risks, regulatory risks, financing, capitalization and liquidity risks. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company undertakes no obligation, except as otherwise required by law, to update these forward-looking statements if management's beliefs, estimates or opinions, or other factors change.
News.com.au
11-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- News.com.au
Expert reveals hidden benefit to wearing activewear all the time
Step outside almost anywhere in Australia and you'll spot it instantly: leggings at brunch, trainers in the office, and tracksuit tops at the supermarket. Athleisure, once reserved for the gym, has become the unofficial dress code for a busy life. This blend of athletic and leisurewear is tied to a shift in how Aussies live, work and move, according to a recent report from commercial investment firm CBRE. With remote work now the norm for many, and a growing focus on health and wellness, people are seeking out clothes that are suitable for everything from Zoom calls to school runs and a quick dash to the shops. Social media has only fuelled the trend, with influencers and celebrities showing off their active lifestyles and favourite brands to millions of followers. Australia's fitness and athletic clothing market is currently worth $4.2 billion, and IBISWorld, a global market research company, predicts it will continue to grow for years to come. But you might have wondered before – have all these leggings and sporty tops actually made us more active? Research from Victoria University and others around the world suggests it has. One study found that the simple act of putting on activewear can nudge people, especially women, towards healthier choices, like taking a walk instead of staying on the couch. Another linked this behaviour to a psychological phenomenon known as 'enclothed cognition', where what we wear influences how we think and behave. Sports psychologist Dr Jo Lukins, who has spent more than three decades studying motivation and performance, agrees the link is real. 'The association between leisurewear and being active can indeed have an impact, and it may be that people are more likely to go for a long walk in leisurewear, than if they are not dressed in that style,' she told She explains this effect as 'behavioural priming' – the idea that what we wear can subconsciously push us toward certain behaviours. Just as people might put on a favourite blazer to feel confident for a job interview, slipping into activewear can make exercise feel more accessible. 'Barriers to exercise always impede our efforts, so if activewear has the potential to reduce barriers, it may make it easier to transition from daily tasks to physical activity without having to go to the effort to change,' she explained. However, Dr Lukins notes that comfort and body image play a crucial role. If someone feels self-conscious in activewear, wearing it could have the opposite effect, making them less likely to move. The type of clothing matters, too, as not all athleisure is created equal. Outfits designed purely for style might not encourage activity if they aren't comfortable or functional for movement. Studies also show that features like breathable fabrics and temperature regulation can boost our willingness to get active, while soft, flexible materials may improve performance. How one brand is adapting to this trend The surge in everyday athleisure has created opportunities for brands like Halara, the TikTok-famous label that's boomed in popularity for its trend-driven, versatile designs. If you've ever scrolled through fitness content, you've probably seen its signature leggings, tennis skirts or iconic stretchy jeans. Jessica Thompson, Halara's Global Brand President, said much of the brand's success lies in its ability to adapt to the Australian activewear market and consumers who want clothing that fits every aspect of their lives. The brand uses machine learning to analyse thousands of customer comments, shaping everything from sizing to new product ideas. Using this process, the brand has noticed a growing appetite for everyday clothing that uses athleisure-inspired fabrics. 'We're using activewear-inspired fabrics and functionality in categories like workwear, making items stretchy, breathable, odour-resistant, crease-resistant and more,' she said. Thompson hopes this shift will encourage people to move more, regardless of where they are or what activity they're doing. 'When garments are machine washable, sweat-wicking and odour-resistant, it means you can feel comfortable running for the bus without worrying about ruining your outfit,' she said. Should you wear activewear every day to be more active? So, is it worth living in activewear or activewear-inspired clothing if you want to move more? Dr Lukins suggests treating it as a personal experiment. 'The clothing can certainly help, and reduce some of the barriers – but I would always say that intentionally planning to exercise and having a commitment to exercise is an important influencer,' she said. Because of course, activewear alone isn't a magic bullet. Dr Lukins says the real key is building incidental movement into your daily routine, so it becomes a habit rather than a chore. Reducing 'decision fatigue' by making exercise automatic, like taking the stairs instead of the escalator, or laying out your workout clothes the night before, can make a big difference. Other tried-and-true tricks include exercising with a friend, listening to music, choosing activities you genuinely enjoy, using fitness apps for motivation, and rewarding yourself for sticking with it.
National Post
10-07-2025
- Health
- National Post
iFIT Partners with Samsung Health to Bring Personalized Fitness and Wellness to Millions Across the Globe
Article content BROOKLYN, N.Y. — iFIT, a global leader in connected fitness and interactive content, today announced a groundbreaking partnership with Samsung Health, one of the world's most recognized names in technology. This strategic collaboration aims to redefine how millions of users around the world experience personalized health and wellness. Article content 'Our collaboration with iFIT highlights Samsung's unwavering commitment to preventive health and fitness for all. Through Samsung Health, we aim to provide highly personalized fitness experiences that empower individuals to adopt healthier behaviors and enhance their well-being. In the near future, by integrating iFIT's intelligent equipment and its engaging content created by fitness trainers for the Galaxy ecosystem, we are jointly shaping the future of personalized connected fitness,' says Dr. Hon Pak, senior vice president and head of the digital health team for Samsung's mobile business. Article content Article content is an intuitive, all-in-one platform designed to help users reach their health and wellness goals. Article content 1 Article content By integrating data from several sources, including those captured on compatible Samsung Galaxy wearables like Article content Galaxy Ring Article content and Article content Galaxy Watch Article content , Samsung Health provides sleep coaching, wellness tracking, and a personalized interface that can even help users manage medications Article content 2 Article content and health records. Article content 3 Article content 4 Article content guidance on their compatible Galaxy devices Article content 5 Article content . And now, through this partnership with iFIT, users have more tools at their disposal as they progress toward their health goals. Article content 6 Article content The iFIT experience will roll out to Samsung Health users this fall with select iFIT workouts available directly in the Samsung Health app for a monthly or annual fee. Samsung Health users will be able to discover iFIT's extensive library of strength, yoga, Pilates, cardio, recovery, mindfulness, HIIT, and barre content. iFIT plans to integrate with Samsung Galaxy devices with iFIT-enabled fitness equipment, such as NordicTrack and ProForm. Article content 'Personalized wellness is the future—and together with Samsung Health, we're helping millions of people engage in healthier, more balanced lives across the globe,' said Kevin Duffy, CEO of iFIT. 'Our iFIT content inspires people to work out more. Using real-time data to go beyond reps and heart rates delivers smarter, more intuitive guidance to actually drive results.' Article content Through this partnership, iFIT's interactive workouts, recovery programs, and mindfulness experiences will be available in multiple languages across Australia, Canada, France, Germany, India, Italy, New Zealand, Spain, the U.K., and the U.S. Article content About iFIT Inc. Article content iFIT Inc. is a global leader in fitness technology, pioneering connected fitness to help people live longer, healthier lives. With a community of more than 6 million athletes around the world, iFIT delivers immersive, personalized workout experiences at-home, on the go, and in the gym. Powered by a comprehensive ecosystem of proprietary software, innovative hardware, and engaging content, the iFIT platform brings fitness to life through its portfolio of brands: NordicTrack, ProForm, Freemotion, and the iFIT app. From cardio and strength training to recovery, iFIT empowers athletes at every stage of their fitness journey. For more information, visit Article content ________________________ 1 Samsung Health tracking features are intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only. Not intended for use in the detection, diagnosis, treatment, monitoring or management of any medical condition or disease. Any health-related information accessed through the device and application should not be treated as medical advice. Users should seek any medical advice from a physician. 2 Samsung Health Medications feature is intended to help users manage their medication list and schedule. Information provided is evidence-based content licensed from Elsevier, KPIC and Tata 1mg. 3 Samsung Health Records is powered by Samsung Health Records uses Connected Health technology to provide services that allow users to view all their medical records in one convenient location. The feature should not be used to practice medicine or as the basis for medical decisions. 4 Galaxy AI features track data and require compatible Samsung Galaxy phone, Samsung Health app and Samsung account. 5 Requires Samsung Health application version 6.30 or later. Sleep coaching requires sleep data of at least 7 days, including 2 days off 6 Requires a compatible Samsung Galaxy phone, Samsung Health app and Samsung account. Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content Media Contact Article content Article content
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Vireo Growth Inc. and Curio Wellness Announce Manufacturing and Distribution Partnership
-- Leading cannabis companies partner to leverage existing IP and brand value in New York -- CHICAGO and MINNEAPOLIS, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vireo Growth Inc. ('Vireo' or the 'Company') (CSE: VREO; OTCQX: VREOF), a multi-state, vertically-integrated cannabis operator, is pleased to announce a licensing agreement with Curio Wellness ('Curio'), a cGMP-certified, vertically-integrated cannabis company and market-leading innovator of health and wellness products. This strategic partnership will bring Curio's celebrated Best Self Collection to the rapidly growing New York cannabis market. Under the agreement, Vireo will have the ability to manufacture and distribute Curio's full portfolio of products—including topicals, tablets, chews and vapes—leveraging Vireo's existing infrastructure in New York. This capital-light growth model allows Curio to expand into one of the most promising markets in the country without the need for significant new investment, while Vireo enhances its portfolio with proven, high-demand offerings. 'We're excited to bring Curio's high-quality products to New York through this partnership,' said John Mazarakis, Chief Executive Officer of Vireo. 'It's a strong strategic fit that supports our focus on efficient growth and delivering premium offerings to our customers.' Curio's products have earned national recognition for both quality and consistency and are manufactured in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ensuring they meet the stringent expectations of health-conscious cannabis consumers. 'This partnership is an exciting next step for our brand,' said Michael Bronfein, Chief Executive Officer of Curio Wellness. 'Vireo has a strong track record in the New York market, and we're confident they are the right partner to uphold the integrity of our products and deliver them to a broader audience.' The first Curio-branded products are expected to launch in licensed New York dispensaries in Q4 2025. About Curio Wellness Curio Wellness is a cGMP-certified, vertically integrated cannabis company dedicated to developing, producing, and distributing innovative health and wellness products. Through science, integrity, and wellness-centered design, Curio empowers patients and adult-use consumers with trusted products that fit into a lifestyle of intention and care. For more information on Curio Wellness products, partnerships, and manufacturing efforts, please visit About Vireo Growth Inc. Vireo was founded in 2014 as a medical cannabis pioneer—and we've never stopped pushing boundaries. We're building the most disciplined, strategically aligned, and execution-focused platform in the industry. That means staying relentlessly local while leveraging the strength of a national portfolio, backing exceptional leaders, and deploying capital and talent where it drives the most value. Vireo operates with a long-term mindset, a bias for action, and an unapologetic commitment to its customers, employees, shareholders, industry collaborators, and the communities it calls home. For more information about Vireo, visit Contact Information Joe DuxburyChief Accounting Officer, Vireo Growth (612) 314-8995 Wendy BronfeinChief Brand Officer, Curio Forward-Looking Statement Disclosure This press release contains 'forward-looking information' within the meaning of applicable United States and Canadian securities legislation. Forward-looking information contained in this press release may be identified by the use of words such as 'should,' 'believe,' 'estimate,' 'would,' 'looking forward,' 'may,' 'continue,' 'expect,' 'expected,' 'will,' 'likely,' 'subject to,' 'transformation,' and 'pending,' variations of such words and phrases, or any statements or clauses containing verbs in any future tense. These statements should not be read as guarantees of future performance or results. Forward-looking information includes both known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance, or achievements of the Company or its subsidiaries to be materially different from any future results, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements or information contained in this press release. Forward-looking information is based upon a number of estimates and assumptions of management, believed but not certain to be reasonable, in light of management's experience and perception of trends, current conditions, and expected developments, as well as other factors relevant in the circumstances, including assumptions in respect of current and future market conditions, the current and future regulatory environment, and the availability of licenses, approvals and permits. Although the Company believes that the expectations and assumptions on which such forward-looking information is based are reasonable, the reader should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking information because the Company can give no assurance that they will prove to be correct. Actual results and developments may differ materially from those contemplated by these statements. 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South China Morning Post
01-07-2025
- Health
- South China Morning Post
‘Unpolluted, untouched': why In Lieu is sourcing ‘premium water' from Henan, explains start-up founder and CEO Joanne Zhou, offering Hong Kong consumers a more sustainable, healthy choice
'Tap water, purified water, distilled water – these are the most prevalent and common choices in Hong Kong,' says Joanne Zhou. Founder and CEO of start-up In Lieu, Zhou wants to supplement our shop-bought options with what she says is the city's first premium sustainable water brand. Having launched In Lieu in February, Zhou cites studies about the rising rates of chronic illnesses in young people as the main reason why we should start paying more attention to this humble yet vital elixir of life. 'People are shifting their behaviour,' says Zhou. 'Gen Z, millennials are embracing sobriety. The health and wellness trend is booming. And people started to realise they're getting sick easily, dealing with a lot of stress and looking for solutions.' 'They don't trust the current beverage industry,' she concludes. 'When your options are so narrow, people start to pay attention. What kind of water should I drink ? What kind of minerals, electrolytes will I get?' Advertisement In Lieu is a Hong Kong-based start-up offering an upmarket alternative to mineral water sold in plastic bottles. Photo: Handout In Lieu, which has a growing footprint with partnerships and placements at Art Central, as well as with the Midnight Runners community in Hong Kong, was born largely in response to these concerns. After working in the US – where water options are more plentiful, and even celebrities like Beyoncé and Jaden Smith have joined the business – Zhou came back to Hong Kong to find that much of the drinking water on our store shelves is distilled and therefore devoid of the naturally occurring minerals that make it good for you. Still other shop-bought water is 'mineralised' – distilled or otherwise purified, with certain minerals added. 'Some bottled waters don't differ too much from tap water,' Zhou says. 'For the two major brands we know from Hong Kong, they just source their water from the tap system everyone gets from home, which is Dongjiang East River water from China – then use their facility to process and bottle it.' A homonym of l'eau (French for 'water'), the Chinese word liu (meaning 'stream' or 'flow'; it's actually pronounced 'lyoh') provided inspiration for the brand's name. And since the phrase 'in lieu' means 'instead of', the brand's name serves as a succinct mission statement. As opposed to artificially processed options, Zhou hopes that today's more discerning, health-conscious consumers will opt for In Lieu's 'unpolluted, untouched' water sourced from an underground aquifer in China's Dabie Mountains, in Henan province. 'From source to bottling, no human touch, no nothing,' she says. Besides natural mineral water, In Lieu also sells a hydrogen-enriched product. Photo: Handout For something so universally available, it is surprising how variable even tap water is, with different natural sources meaning the minerals it contains can vary widely from place to place. Zhou says not all water is created equal. 'It's so easy for [European consumers] to get quality water,' she says. 'They can just [turn on] the tap. If you live in the Alps, the cleanest water comes out, versus here, [where] most of the water needs to be processed and people don't have the privilege to appreciate high-quality water.'
