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To: Gilbert Drapeau who wrote (812)	1/16/2002 2:32:54 PM
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COGNICASE Pursues Strategic Development Strategy in the U.S. in 2002: Acquires New Jersey-Based CTC Corporation MONTREAL, QUEBEC--JANUARY 16, 2002 - 14:02 EST COGNICASE Inc. (TSE: COG, NASDAQ: COGI) a provider of advanced transaction processing solutions and Internet-based applications today announced that it has acquired the solutions and expertise resources of Piscataway, New Jersey-based CTC Corporation (Cyber Tech Consulting), which includes the solutions and expertise resources of TCC (The Computer Consulting Company, USA). This transaction will add a critical mass of technical resources to COGNICASE 's U.S. operations along with strengthening its solutions and project capability in the U.S. marketplace. CTC has been in operation for six years and has earned a stellar reputation for quality in the industry. Ram Anbarasan, President of CTC Corporation, stated, "I believe that the merger with COGNICASE is an excellent opportunity for our clients and employees. Our clients now can expect a wide range of leading-edge IT solutions from COGNICASE. We will be able to bring to our clients the experience and the well-established infrastructure of a world-class IT company. Our employees will be able to work on many more project opportunities at a much larger client base worldwide. We are excited about this merger and look forward to a great future." COGNICASE Chairman of the Board, President and CEO Ronald Brisebois noted, "I am pleased with the strategic fit of this acquisition, which will allow us to consolidate our operations in the north-eastern U.S. It signals our determination to pursue development opportunities in this market. We will be able to offer our products and services to a broader range of clients and strengthen our relationship with them." About COGNICASE COGNICASE (TSE: "COG", Nasdaq: "COGI") is an IT products and services provider specializing in advanced transaction processing and Internet-based applications. Relying on its results-driven approach, its software and technology and its Application Services Technology Centre, COGNICASE offers secure and scalable solutions that contribute to its customers' economic success in the age of the new economy. The Company is active in Canada, the United States and Europe. About CTC Corporation CTC is a rapidly growing IT firm dedicated to exceeding clients' expectations. Fast response time, access to the world's finest IT talent, and individualized attention to clients' needs have helped CTC build a reputation as a "preferred Partner" with companies worldwide. By focusing on four core functions-Technical Resourcing, Project & Software Development, Education & Training, and E-Commerce Services & Solutions-CTC helps your company bridge the gap between today's requirements and tomorrow's vision.

To: Gilbert Drapeau who wrote (812)	3/18/2002 4:21:14 PM
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COGNICASE Closes Applied Terravision Acquisition MONTREAL and CALGARY, CANADA--MARCH 18, 2002 - 11:17 EST COGNICASE Inc. (TSE: COG, NASDAQ: COGI), an innovative IT solutions provider specializing in the development and integration of transactional solutions, announced today the closing of its acquisition of Applied Terravision Systems Inc. (CDNX: TER). Applied Terravision specializes in serving the oil, gas and trust management verticals via the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and Application Service Provider (ASP) delivery models, allowing its clients to focus their resources on their core strengths. The transaction has been approved by the holders of over 99% of Applied Terravision shares at a special meeting held in Calgary on March 14, 2002. According to COGNICASE Chairman of the Board, President and CEO Ronald Brisebois, "Applied Terravision Systems allows us to add breadth and depth to our product offering in the energy vertical market, and increase our focus and presence in the gas and petroleum industries. It also opens the doors to a new geographic market with significant potential, the southwestern U.S." About COGNICASE COGNICASE Inc. (TSE: "COG", NASDAQ: "COGI") is an IT products and services provider specializing in advanced transaction processing and Internet-based applications. Relying on its results-driven approach, its software and technology and its Application Services Technology Centre, COGNICASE offers secure and scalable solutions that contribute to its customers' economic success in the age of the new economy. The Company is active in Canada, the United States and Europe. About Applied Terravision Applied Terravision Systems Inc. provides proprietary enterprise e-Solutions, focusing on the Application Service Provider (ASP) and Business Function Outsourcing (BFO) delivery models. ATS' e-Solutions give customers the ability to manage financial, operational, ownership and asset management functions in the petroleum and trust management sectors. The ATS customer base includes over 600 companies worldwide. ATS e-solutions are used by an array of industries, including oil and gas corporations, trust management companies, financial institutions, universities and government agencies.

To: Gilbert Drapeau who wrote (812)	6/11/2002 10:33:05 AM
From: Gilbert Drapeau	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 843

COGNICASE Successfully Completes Acquisition of AVI Software MONTREAL, QUEBEC, CANADA--JUNE 11, 2002 - 09:24 EDT COGNICASE Inc. (TSX: COG, NASDAQ: COGI), an innovative IT solutions provider specializing in the development and integration of transactional solutions, today announced the successful completion of its acquisition of AVI Software Inc. The 4,030,462 AVI common shares tendered, representing approximately 95% of all AVI common shares, satisfy the minimum conditions established by COGNICASE for the number of shares required to be deposited under the Offer. Consequently, COGNICASE will take up and pay for the shares tendered to date at a price in cash of $1.35 per share. Payment will be made by National Bank Trust Inc., the depository for the take-over bid. COGNICASE has also indicated that it intends to exercise its statutory rights under Part XVII of the Canada Business Corporations Act to acquire all remaining AVI common shares on a compulsory basis. Accordingly, all shareholders, other than dissenting shareholders, who have not tendered their shares prior to the completion of the Offer will receive identical consideration as if they had tendered to the Offer. About COGNICASE COGNICASE (TSX: "COG", Nasdaq: "COGI") is an IT products and services provider specializing in advanced transaction processing and Internet-based applications. Relying on its results-driven approach, its software and technology and its Application Services Technology Centre, COGNICASE offers secure and scalable solutions that contribute to its customers' economic success in the age of the new economy. The Company is active in Canada, the United States and Europe.