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.

Centretown BIA officially launches with new look, strategic plan

Ottawa

The Bank Street BIA has officially rebranded and will now be known as the Centretown BIA.

Kanata-based tech company launches AI-powered tutor for students

Ottawa

Kanata-based tech company TutorOcean says it’s new AI-powered tutoring platform is another step towards its goal of providing around-the-clock educational resources.

Members of Downtown Revitalization Task Force await draft report, recommendations

Ottawa, Insider Only

In a changing downtown, Bank Street BIA to rebrand as Centretown BIA

Ottawa

Bank Street BIA will be rebranding and taking on a new identity next week, according to executive director Christine Leadman.

Summer off to steady start, but concerns remain for downtown businesses

Ottawa

In the downtown core, the summer season is off to a slow and steady start following a soft spring, according to local business owners.

Vanier BIA rebrand aims to highlight community vibrance, business growth

Ottawa

Last month, the Vanier BIA launched its official rebrand, which introduced a new look that reflects the area’s vibrance, as well as its diversity.

Business leaders call for compromise on Queen Elizabeth Driveway closure

Ottawa

Local business officials are calling for a compromise on the Queen Elizabeth Driveway that would encourage “active transit” while also addressing the concerns of businesses

Some Ottawa ‘food desert’ neighbourhoods to benefit from city zoning change

Ottawa

A bylaw amendment that would allow grocery stores to be constructed in certain types of zones is being called “wonderful” by at least one small

‘It’s been a hell of a three years’: Sueling Ching

Ottawa

Sueling Ching discusses the rising costs, the downtown core, and how Ottawa’s new municipal government can help businesses grow.

Barrhaven officials look to establish community as more than a ‘sleepy suburb’

Ottawa, Top Stories

As one of the province’s fastest-growing suburbs, Barrhaven is more than a bedroom community and has a lot to offer residents and businesses, officials say.