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Cintas Canada is inviting the public to participate in the 2023 Canada’s Best Restroom contest, with nominations open until May 12, 2023. The contest aims to celebrate businesses with exceptional washrooms, judged on cleanliness, visual appeal, innovation, functionality, and unique design. Five finalists will be selected, and public voting will occur from June 5 to July 7, 2023. The winner will receive $2,500 in facility services from Cintas. Last year's winner was Majesty and Friends in Edmonton, known for its creative restroom design. For more details, visit bestrestroom.com/Canada.

Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS) is nearing completion of an extensive LED lighting transition project aimed at cutting facility energy use and progressing towards Net Zero GHG emissions by 2050. Since FY 2019, over 170 facilities have transitioned to LED lighting, resulting in energy savings of approximately 23.3 million kilowatt hours annually. The energy consumption intensity has decreased by 7.9% from FY 2021 to FY 2022. This initiative is part of a broader strategy that includes exploring solar technology and implementing various energy-reducing technologies across its operations.

Cintas has launched six Partner Business Resource Groups (PBRGs) to enhance employee engagement and development. These groups, including IMPACT for LGBTQ+ employees, LEAD for Asian and Pacific Island partners, RISE2 for Black employees, TODOS for Hispanic colleagues, VALOR for veterans, and WAVE for women, are designed to foster community and personal growth. The PBRGs aim to provide platforms for dialogue with management, ensuring employee voices are heard. Additionally, the initiatives support Cintas' competitiveness and career development, promoting leadership opportunities and connections across the organization. TODOS has been recognized nationally as a finalist in the U.S. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce ERG Challenge.

The fast actions of Cintas's First Aid & Safety Sales Representative, TJ McMahon, saved the life of a youth baseball coach during practice in Fort Mill, S.C., on August 27, 2022. The incident highlights the importance of CPR and AED training, especially as over 350,000 people experience out-of-hospital cardiac events annually. McMahon used an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) from his truck, helping Rem Crawford regain consciousness within minutes. This story coincides with National Heart Health Month, emphasizing the critical role of preparedness in emergency situations. Cintas has reportedly saved over 600 lives with its AEDs nationwide.

Cintas Corporation's Midwest Sales Director, Katie Gough-Edwards, received the American Heart Association's top regional honor, becoming the 2022 Leader of Impact for Greater Cincinnati. This recognition arose from a seven-week fundraising challenge that raised $1.8 million for the AHA, with Gough-Edwards contributing nearly $37,000. The formal award presentation will take place at the 2023 Greater Cincinnati Heart Ball on February 4. Cintas, the AHA's largest CPR and first aid training provider, has trained over 900,000 individuals since 2016, reinforcing its commitment to community health and safety.

Cintas Corporation (NASDAQ: CTAS) emphasizes the importance of mentoring in its corporate culture during National Mentoring Month. With almost 43,000 employee-partners, the company prioritizes career development and internal promotions. Cintas offers mentoring to all employees, enhancing their career paths and leadership skills. This initiative supports succession planning and helps create professional relationships. Leaders within the organization actively mentor, reinforced by formal training for new mentors to ensure effective guidance. Cintas remains committed to enriching the lives and careers of its workforce.