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To: Gilbert Drapeau who wrote (824)3/21/2002 10:42:38 AM
From: Gilbert Drapeau  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 843
 
COGNICASE Wins Computer Support Services Contract from
Revenue Quebec

MONTREAL, CANADA--MARCH 21, 2002 - 09:53 EST
COGNICASE Inc. (TSE: COG, NASDAQ: COGI), an
innovative IT solutions provider specializing in the development
and integration of transactional solutions, today announced the
award of a first contract with Revenue Quebec (MRQ). This two-year
mandate is for computer support and project management services.
The contract is estimated at more than $1.5 million.

COGNICASE consultants assigned to this project will work with
teams from the Direction des methodes et des procedes (DMP),
responsible for operating Revenue Quebec's computer systems. The
Ministere has set up an internal team comprised of employees from
various administrative units for a project involving online
services to clients. The DMP will rely on COGNICASE's consultants
to assist with current operations, by replacing internal resources
assigned to the online services project.

More particularly, COGNICASE's duties will be to ensure the
continuity of operations and to provide project management
services for implementing scanning technology for personal income
tax returns.

"We are very pleased with this first collaboration with Revenue
Quebec, which will allow us to enhance our e-Government expertise,
more particularly in providing e-services and management support,
explained Ronald Brisebois, Chairman of the Board, President and
CEO. This contract confirms our ability to meet government sector
requirements by quickly deploying resources that combine
cutting-edge technology expertise with excellent knowledge of the
public sector."

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.

Forward Looking Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the
meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995
(US), which involve risks and uncertainties. Risk factors relating
to this press release include those contained under the heading
"Trends, Risks and Risk Management" of the Company's Annual
Information Form (Form 40-F in the United States) for the current
year and the possible cancellation of the contract mentioned in
this press release before the end of its expected duration.



To: Gilbert Drapeau who wrote (824)4/2/2002 11:37:31 AM
From: Gilbert Drapeau  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 843
 
COGNICASE Acquires CYME International Inc., Highlights
Commitment to Pursuing Opportunities in Energy Vertical

MONTREAL, QUEBEC--APRIL 2, 2002 - 10:51 EST
COGNICASE Inc. (TSE: COG, NASDAQ: COGI), an
innovative IT solutions provider specializing in the development
and integration of transactional solutions, today announced the
closing of its acquisition of CYME International Inc. CYME is a
world-wide supplier of high-quality PC-based power engineering
software applications with clients in over 100 countries. It is
also a licensee and partner in software development with a number
of other organizations including Hydro-Quebec.

COGNICASE's Chairman of the Board, President and CEO Ronald
Brisebois, stated "CYME's reputation and global reach in the
energy vertical will complement our existing offerings as well as
provide additional cross-selling opportunities. The critical mass
building up in this vertical will further strengthen our
positioning in this sector and will make us a dominant player."

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 CYME International

CYME International is a major supplier of Electric Power
Engineering Software with clients in some 100 countries.