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.

NCC working with canal vendors to help mitigate risk of skateway not opening

Climate change has led the National Capital Commission, which operates and maintains the skateway, to make some changes to the way it collaborates with vendors.

Local businesses benefit as consumers increasingly choose non-alcoholic options

As alcohol sales drop across Canada, local producers and retailers of non-alcoholic beverage alternatives are getting a boost.

With recent mild weather, BeaverTails taking ‘slower’ approach to skateway season prep

Grant Hooker of BeaverTails says his fingers are crossed that the Rideau Canal Skateway will open this winter, but admits he's taking a cautious approach.

Ottawa businesses feeling upbeat about next year, but that could change quickly, chamber says

Ottawa consumers may be spending less, but local businesses are feeling more optimistic about 2024 than many of their counterparts across Canada.

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.

Reduced retail space in Little Italy development throws potential grocery store into question

Retail space in a proposed Little Italy development has been significantly reduced, but the developer said he’s hopeful groceries will still be a major piece.

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 at a local tech startup bootcamp, officials say.

‘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 for the ByWard Market as upcoming initiatives aim to breathe new life into the area.