


Toy stories: How two local toy stores are staying afloat during tough times for the industry
As the toy industry struggles with post-pandemic challenges, local toy retailers are having their own ups and downs this holiday season.


Surprising surge in applications for Invest Ottawa’s startup bootcamp has officials scrambling
Layoffs in the tech sector and a growing interest in applied AI are just a couple of the reasons behind a recent surge in applicants

‘Restaurants are fun’: John Borsten reflects on almost 40 years in the business
For restaurant owner John Borsten, dealing with post-pandemic challenges means taking things one day at a time.

At The Grand Pizzeria, a love of the ByWard Market keeps David Mangano inspired
It’s been a good year for The Grand Pizzeria but, more than anything, owner David Mangano is excited to see what the year ahead holds


As Ottawa trails other cities in spending growth, holiday sales could be affected: economist
With interest rates and other costs remaining high, consumers are in a sour mood and Ottawa residents are no exception.

Malls are buzzing this holiday season, and Rideau Centre and St. Laurent are seeing the difference
Canadian shoppers are headed to the mall this holiday season and at least two major Ottawa shopping centres are seeing an uptick in traffic and

Smaller Ottawa retailers try not to get lost in big-box deals in lead-up to holiday season
With Canadian shoppers hungry for deals this holiday season, smaller retailers in Ottawa are hoping for a renewed interest in shopping locally to help them
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