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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Board of trade unveils ‘road map’ for downtown core, calls on governments to work together

Ottawa Board of Trade is urging government to prioritize the city’s downtown core and work with stakeholders to build a “roadmap to transformation.”

Ottawa Boat Cruise introduces second electric boat on canal, plans to ‘green’ entire fleet

Ottawa Boat Cruise has launched its second all-electric passenger vessel on the Rideau Canal and plans to convert its entire fleet by 2026.

Looming debt repayment deadline puts many small businesses at risk, CFIB report argues

Nearly a quarter-million small businesses across Canada risk permanent closure as the deadline to repay pandemic-era loans fast approaches, warns a report from the CFIB.

After many delays, construction kicks off at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino

Almost six years after plans were unveiled, construction has started on the future Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in south Ottawa. 

A piece of the puzzle: Local artist’s work featured by global puzzlemaker Ravensburger

Ottawa-based artist Katerina Mertikas has had her paintings displayed across the country, but soon one of her works will be not just beautiful to look at, but also fun to play.

Federal control of Wellington Street would be ‘catastrophic,’ one business leader argues

While talks about Wellington Street continue between the city and federal government, business leaders are clear: keep it open and under municipal control.

Ottawa’s ‘economic optimism’ means it is less likely to face recession, new report suggests

A high level of economic optimism is keeping consumer spending in Ottawa high as other major cities prepare for recession.

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

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

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

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