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Facing a $70M deficit, Ottawa airport calls on feds to fund LRT station, rapid COVID-19 testing
Airport authority boss Mark Laroche says just one million passengers are expected to pass through the Ottawa terminal in 2021, down from 5.1 million two years ago.
Startup plans to build a personalized solution that can tell concussion patients when they’re pushing their physical or mental exertion too far
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Ottawa's Kaminski family sells stake in fast-growing agricultural fund to Montreal firm
Launched in 2009, Bonnefield now manages more than 134,000 acres of agricultural land worth nearly $1 billion, up from 110,000 acres valued at $750…
Bluesfest, GCTC among local attractions to land provincial arts funding
Nearly a dozen other Ottawa organizations also slated to get financial aid as part of $24-million package to help Ontario's cultural sector survive…
KPMG aquires Kanata accounting firm in bid to boost SME customer base
The accounting giant said this week it’s finalized an agreement to buy Vanguard Professional Corp.
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Former Shopify VP of finance Blaine Fitzgerald will take over as chief financial officer of the Kanata-based software company.
Kanata company’s market capitalization fell from about $4.4 billion on Wednesday to $3.67 billion at the close of trading Thursday.
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International Womxn's Week in Ottawa
The pandemic has had a detrimental impact on womxn. Ottawa is uniting to reclaim lost ground and drive the future at the third annual International Womxn's Week.
Managing a pandemic workforce: The rules employers need to know
Join OBJ and Emond Harnden LLP for an interactive discussion about running a business amid the pandemic. Get timely advice on remote work, temporary layoffs and more.
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Ottawa Valley tourism industry readies for 2022 Winter Games
Organizers say the games will provide an “amazing opportunity” to raise the region’s profile, showcasing its amenities and encouraging participants and spectators to return for a future visit.
Cornwall's SigmaPoint Technologies gets $1M federal boost
Manufacturer says it plans to use the loan to add to its team of 370 employees and acquire real-time analytics technology to boost its production capacity.
Port of Johnstown records $4M surplus in ‘a year like no other’
Multi-modal facility sees third-highest cargo volume on record
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Public invited to participate in daily online coffee breaks as School Breakfast Program celebrates 30th anniversary
Restaurant owner partners with Indian High Commission to help mark the south Asian country’s Republic Day
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Ottawa’s office market enters a new era
As workers re-enter workspaces across the city, landlords face new demands from tenants
Canadian Heritage eyes Canada Day festivities at LeBreton Flats
Federal department that hosts annual celebration is also seeking bids for a contractor to provide pyrotechnics, fireworks, music and a minimum of 200…
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All Ontarians could get vaccine by June 20 if supply allows, task force head says
The government said under the current plan, seniors aged 75 and older will start getting the shot in April, while everyone 60 and older will receive the first dose by the end of May or early June, if…
Detailed vs. flat rate: New way to claim work from home costs gives workers options
The new flat rate method is quick and easy, but using the detailed method may yield a better outcome, depending on your circumstances
Sky Regional to shut down at the end of March after losing contract with Air Canada
Company becomes the first domestic scheduled airline to permanently shut down since the start of the pandemic.
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Five members of Ottawa community honoured for tackling mental health stigma, raising awareness, scientific research
Organizers say the games will provide an “amazing opportunity” to raise the region’s profile, showcasing its amenities and encouraging participants and spectators to return for a future visit.
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BYA gala organizers, sponsors drop by 12 finalists' homes to celebrate Ottawa businesswomen and their achievements
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