There are lots of things happening in the National Capital Region as 2024 heads into its final months. Below, you will find our roundup of upcoming business, tech and social events to mark on your calendar.
Tech Tuesday
What: Enjoy a chat on prioritizing mental health with Susan Blain, founder of the Dare to be Vulnerable Project; James Nguyen, CEO of Quantropi; Cara Vaccarino, CEO of the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group; and Niraj Bhargava, co-founder and CEO of NuEnergy.ai.
When: Tuesday, December 3, from 5:00 – 7:30 p.m.
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Growing the heart of Orléans – one business at a time
The Heart of Orléans Business Improvement Area (BIA) is a local board of Ottawa City Council, guided by a volunteer board of management and established in 2006. The BIA represents

Your next memorable getaway awaits in Whitewater Region
If you’re eager to immerse yourself in some quintessentially Canadian experiences, look no further than Whitewater Region in the County of Renfrew, in the Upper Ottawa Valley. It’s a four-season
Where: The Marshes Golf Club; 320 Terry Fox Drive, Kanata
Find out more: https://lu.ma/s4vnfmh7
Mayor’s Breakfast with Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy
What: Enjoy breakfast with Mayor Mark Sutcliffe and join him for a fireside chat with Hon. Peter Bethlenfalvy, Ontario Minister of Finance.
When: Wednesday, December 4, from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m.
Where: Ottawa City Hall; 110 Laurier Avenue West, Ottawa, Ontario
Find out more: https://business.ottawabot.ca/events/details/mayor-s-breakfast-with-minister-peter-bethlenfalvy-4614
IO Ignition Cohort 25 Pitch Final: Deck the Halls with Innovation
What: Watch 18 tech entrepreneurs pitch their startup for a chance to win funding and mentorship.
When: Thursday, December 5, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Bayview Yards; 7 Bayview Station Road, Ottawa, ON
Find out more: https://www.investottawa.ca/eventbrite-event/io-ignition-cohort-25-pitch-finale-deck-the-halls-with-innovation/
Christmas Cheer Breakfast
What: A cheerful fundraiser breakfast in support of families fighting food insecurity during the holiday season.
When: Friday, December 6, at 7:30 a.m.
Where: Infinity Convention Centre, 2901 Gibford Drive, Ottawa
Find out more: https://christmascheerottawa.com/
Women’s Business Network Holiday Soirée: Celebrate & Connect
What: A night of networking and holiday fun at the Rideau Carleton Casino.
When: Friday, December 6 from 6:30 – 11:30 p.m.
Where: Rideau Carleton Casino; 4837 Albion Road, Ottawa, ON K1X 1A3
Find out more: https://womensbusinessnetwork.ca/events/