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.

Land Ark Homes blazes trail in net-zero construction, where cost is prohibitive for many builders

Ottawa

One Ottawa homebuilder is so passionate about net-zero construction that it is teaching other homebuilders how to emulate its techniques.

Ottawa real estate insiders weigh in on fed’s ‘disposal list’ of properties

Ottawa

Local real estate leaders are not surprised by the federal government’s “disposal list,” but it’s unclear what direction redevelopment will take.

Ottawa mechanics, dealerships coping with more older cars on the roads

Ottawa

Drivers are holding onto their cars for longer, leading to a trend that’s becoming good for mechanics but a challenge for dealerships.

High-profile athletes, execs coming to Ottawa feel pinch of fed’s foreign buyer ban

Ottawa, Real Estate, Residential

Pro athletes and senior executives trying to buy a home in Ottawa are among those being affected by the federal government’s foreign buyer ban, realtors

Tulip festival organizers aim for ‘zero-impact’ with new nighttime light show

Ottawa

In response to community feedback, the Tulip Festival will be introducing a new nightly light show to replace its usual Victoria Day fireworks display.

Shopify layoffs an opportunity for other local tech companies, one HR expert says

Ottawa, Insider Only

Business leaders cautiously optimistic about nightlife economy plan’s proposal to cut red tape

Ottawa, City Hall

While Ottawa’s new plan to improve nightlife aims to bring fun back to the city, its proposal to reduce red tape could prove challenging.

Photo of young girl in a handmade paper hat seated at a table with a toy cash register.

Children’s Business Fair features creative products from next-gen entrepreneurs

Ottawa

This Sunday, members of the public are invited to check out the Ottawa Children’s Business Fair, which will feature products from over 50 local youths.