Mia Jensen

Mia Jensen is a reporter with the Ottawa Business Journal. A graduate of Carleton University's School of Journalism, Mia previously worked as a Local Journalism Initiative reporter for the Sudbury Star covering health, mining, business and the arts. Outside of journalism, she has worked in communications with the Rainbow District School Board, and as a researcher for the Sudbury Symphony Orchestra.
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Porter Airlines to fly from YOW to Miami and Phoenix starting next year, airline announces

Porter Airlines is introducing two new routes and increasing capacity on three others in Ottawa.

People on the Move: Angie Poirier joins Ottawa Cancer Foundation in charge of comms and PR

Angie Poirier’s career came to a screeching halt when her son was diagnosed with cancer in 2024. But now, with her family healthy and thriving, Poirier is ready to take on a new challenge.

Porter, American Airlines partnership provides access to more destinations

Porter Airlines is teaming up with American Airlines to give Canadian and U.S. travellers access to more destinations, including Ottawa.

Algonquin, Porter expand partnership to support aircraft maintenance students

Algonquin College is expanding its partnership with Porter Airlines to provide financial aid for students aiming for careers in aviation.

Two downtown hotels, the Westin and the Delta, to get $56M in upgrades and renos

The owners of The Westin Ottawa and the Delta Ottawa Hotel are investing more than $55 million to upgrade the two properties.

Alt Hotel Ottawa Airport to open next year with construction complete by end of 2025

Group Germain Hotels’ new hotel at the Ottawa International Airport is on track to be completed by the end of the year, a company spokesperson told OBJ on Monday.

YOW-Heathrow direct flight to continue through the winter, Air Canada announces

Air Canada announced Tuesday that its non-stop route between Ottawa and London will continue to operate through the off-season.

Local creative agency S3 McMillan lets clients rock and roll with AI-powered program

With artificial intelligence able to generate pictures and graphics in seconds, uncertainty is a natural reaction for organizations in the creative industry. But one Ottawa agency is embracing AI to bring its work to the next level.

Hiring of co-op students picking up despite lingering economic and market uncertainty

For many students, co-op placements are essential in an increasingly competitive job market. After several years of decreased hiring, one uOttawa official said activity is picking up.

Ottawa’s Syntax Strategic sets up new office in Vancouver to serve clients in western Canada

Syntax Strategic, which specializes in media relations, crisis communications, creative strategy and government advocacy, announced Monday that the company will be growing its “national footprint” with a new presence in Vancouver to be helmed by Michelle Johnston.
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