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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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.

Porter grounds Ottawa-Las Vegas flight, Air Canada pauses Heathrow flight for the winter

The approach of a new travel season has brought a few changes to flights servicing the Ottawa International Airport.

How Ottawa’s Palapa Tours has navigated tricky waters on the way to growth

What began as a spur-of-the-moment idea has become a growing success for Mike Karpishka and Gaby Saucedo, and now they’re ready to take a long-awaited next step with their company Palapa Tours.

Business travel expected to increase during busy fall tourist season in Ottawa, official says

After a record-breaking summer for visitors to the city, Ottawa Tourism is expecting a solid fall season as business travel continues to recover post-pandemic.

The great RTO debate: What does it look like in Ottawa’s charitable sector?

As many private-sector and government employees spend more time in the office, what are organizations in the charity and non-profit sector deciding to do? Choosing between various work models can be a difficult decision for any organization, but, according to those in the field, charities have unique factors to consider.

People on the Move: Sam Fuller and Jennifer Arbuckle promoted at Fuller Group of Companies

Samuel Fuller and Jennifer Arbuckle say they want to balance “tradition and innovation” as they take on new leadership roles within the family business, the 86-year-old Fuller Group of Companies.

Algonquin’s first ‘entrepreneur in residence’ looks to share knowledge with aspiring leaders

At age 48, Ottawa entrepreneur Denis Staples was “essentially retired” after the sale of a family business, but all that changed when he had the opportunity to pass on his knowledge to the next generation of business leaders. 

Lady Dive Tours and Ottawa Boat Cruise team up to offer better deals to tourists

Two well-known Ottawa tour companies have partnered to cut costs for customers in what they describe as a slower-than-expected tourism season.

Why the CIO role is giving way to the CISO role and what that looks like

With technology and the risks associated with it evolving at a rapid pace, businesses are looking not only for IT expertise in the C-suite, but also business savvy. 
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