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Op-ed: What the federal government’s return-to-office mandate gets wrong
The federal government’s decision last week to require employees to return to the office four days a week, and executives five, has been framed by
Two more towers proposed for Carling Ave. near former Westgate Shopping Centre
Ottawa real estate firm Ambassador Realty is proposing to build a mixed-use highrise across from the former Westgate Shopping Centre on Carling Avenue.
How shared goals at Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend strengthen workplace culture
Across workplaces of all sizes and sectors, organizations are continuing to look for meaningful ways to bring people together. Team connection, employee well-being, and community
Could the defence sector become the next big player in Ottawa’s industrial market?
As Canada ramps up military spending and Ottawa strives to become a defence innovation hub, commercial real estate brokers say there’s surging interest in industrial
Business leaders support feds’ RTO update, but question if transit will be adequate
The head of the Ottawa Board of Trade is welcoming the federal government’s move to bring employees back to the office four days a week
Gallery: Kevin Ford celebration at the Rainbow
Friends, family and colleagues came together last night to celebrate Kevin Ford as he moves on from CEO of Calian. It was an evening of
Local unemployment rate drops to 7% in January
Ottawa-Gatineau’s unemployment rate dropped to 7 per cent in January, compared to 7.4 per cent in December. The local economy gained 2,500 jobs last month and the local labour force
Eddie Bauer stores in Ottawa could close as company reportedly files for bankruptcy
Popular outdoor apparel brand Eddie Bauer is reportedly preparing to file for bankruptcy, which could mean the closure of its North American stores, including those in Ottawa. Women’s Wear Daily
Residential highrise latest development proposed near future Lincoln Fields LRT station
Ottawa’s Antilia Homes is proposing to build a 24-storey residential building in the city’s west end near the future Lincoln Fields LRT station.
OBJ launches the 2026 Executive Report on Cornwall
Cornwall has emerged as one of Eastern Ontario’s most compelling locations for business investment, thanks to a combination of affordability, strategic positioning, and a steadily
Here are the 2026 Fastest Growing Companies
While this year’s ranking includes a variety of tech firms, it also features companies that come from more “traditional” sectors, including marketing and consulting firms, retailers, and businesses operating in
Here are five startups founded by immigrant entrepreneurs that you should know about
Seismocode Inc. Year Founded: 2021 in Turkey (Canadian entity incorporated in 2025) Founder(s)/CEO: Serhat Tekebaş, founder and CEO Number of Employees: Five to seven Office Location: Hybrid Product Description: Cloud-based
Wise Town Café begins expansion plans by opening location in ByWard Market
A popular cafe on Elgin Street that has become known for its daytime and nighttime offerings is expanding, with a new location now open in the ByWard Market. Last week,
Gallery: OBJ Executive Roundtable on Defence and Security 2026
Defence, security and cybersecurity executive leaders gathered Jan. 29 at Invest Ottawa to explore how the sector is evolving in response to global trends and emerging priorities.
