David Sali

Dave is OBJ’s senior writer and editor with two decades of experience in the newspaper industry working for a variety of publications from community weeklies to major dailies. He is a four-time award-winning journalist by the Alliance of Area Business Publishers (AABP). He has received awards for best news feature, best scoop and best overall writer among medium-sized business publications.

VanillaSoft taps into eastern European talent with new acquisition

Techopia

Software firm with large presence in National Capital Region says deal for Toronto-based Autoklose will add to its sales engagement platform’s offerings.

Workforce ‘loyalty’ key factor in Dutch tech firm’s decision to set up shop in Kanata, exec says

Techopia

AimValley, which works with the likes of Ciena, Cisco Systems, Ericsson and Nokia, chose the National Capital Region over Silicon Valley when selecting a site

Ottawa’s Fullscript takes second spot on Canadian Business Growth List of country’s fastest-growing firms

Techopia

Online dispensary was one of 19 companies from the National Capital Region to make this year’s rankings.

COVID-19 research push propels Kanata’s Evidence Partners to new heights

Techopia

Firm has seen demand for its platform that streamlines the medical research process for academics, health organizations and other agencies skyrocket during the pandemic.

Province won’t reverse decision to close bars, restaurants and other businesses: MacLeod

Ottawa

Several business advocates are challenging the government to produce evidence showing a connection between their operations and the recent spike in COVID-19 cases.

Feds chip in $7M to drive new research at Ottawa’s autonomous vehicle test track

Techopia

Facility will feature state-of-the-art electric vehicle charging technology, the latest in 3D printing equipment and drones that can set up 5G networks.

Gatineau proptech firm 1VALET hopes Rogers deal opens doors to new growth

Techopia

Company said this week it’s signed a five-year partnership that will see the telecom giant offer 1VALET’s smart-building technology to internet customers in Ontario, New

‘No longer making sense’: Ottawa bar, gym owners rip new provincial restrictions

Ottawa

Indoor dining at restaurants and bars will be prohibited, while gyms, movie theatres and casinos will be closed for at least 28 days under new

Bold move: Kanata’s RBR bucks remote work trend, relocates to bigger digs

Techopia

Unlike many firms that are downsizing or ditching offices entirely, Ottawa company is doubling down on its need for physical real estate during the pandemic.