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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Ottawa’s waterways could be the next frontier for developing a nightlife economy, expert says

People on the Move: Jennifer Cross pursues city-building passion with Chandos Construction

As she starts a new position with Chandos Construction, Jennifer Cross says she’s found a role that fully allows her to embrace her passion for city-building.

What does a rural nightlife economy look like in Ottawa?

As local officials search for ways to bring downtown Ottawa to life after the sun goes down, businesses outside of the city centre are on a mission of their own to create a vibrant rural nightlife scene.

Ek Bar owner Hemant Bhagwani adds experimental Indian cuisine to Preston Street vibe

Renowned restaurateur Hemant Bhagwani has navigated some of the world’s most prestigious culinary hubs, opening dozens of restaurants across the world. While Ottawa may be less glamorous in comparison, Bhagwani said that’s part of what attracted him to the city for his newest restaurant endeavour.

This year’s Fastest Growing Companies and what’s driven their rapid revenue growth

The founders of Prestige Home Improvement knew their company was growing fast, but they didn't realize how...

Ottawa cop makes some big noise selling thousands of LoudCups around the globe

What does a police officer do with too much free time? In Jay Conohan’s case, the answer was, design a bestselling beverage container.

Newly formed Arts Ottawa wants artists to be involved in office conversion discussions

With properties sitting vacant in Ottawa’s downtown core and developers looking for ways to use empty spaces in new ways, Cassandra Olsthoorn wants to bring artists into the conversation.

Golf lab designed to get more women in the game hits a hole in one this season

In the business world, and especially in industries such as construction, golf is a pretty big deal. And that’s why Jennifer Cross started asking herself why more Ottawa women aren’t out on the links.

Business leaders pitch in to support BGC Ottawa programming

Local business leaders stepped up for the Boys and Girls Club (BGC) of Ottawa Thursday morning, allowing the organization to surpass its fundraising goal.

Barrhaven BIA provides free video cameras to businesses to help deter crime

As businesses deal with trash dumping, vandalism and petty theft, the Barrhaven BIA is providing free security cameras to its members in the hopes of deterring some of the issues.
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