Sarah MacFarlane

Sarah MacFarlane is a reporter for the Ottawa Business Journal. She also works as a web coordinator for Great River Media. Sarah is a graduate of Carleton University's School of Journalism and likes to write about interesting new businesses, inclusion and diversity, human resources, entrepreneurship, and business across Eastern Ontario for EOBJ.

In pictures: A sneak peek at the Imaginaire store opening Saturday at the Rideau Centre

Ottawa boutique owner already seeing backlash after testifying at ‘Freedom Convoy’ trial

A local business owner who is currently testifying in the criminal trial of two of the “Freedom Convoy” organizers said she is dreading backlash from convoy supporters — and not for the first time.

Algonquin College launches new building conservation degree program in Perth

According to Algonquin, the need for sustainability-focused conservationists is growing as a result of Canada’s aging infrastructure.

This young entrepreneur is taking a shot at shaking up the beverage industry

Next time you’re out and about looking for a bar shot or a bottle of water, you might be offered a safer, more eco-friendly option: a beverage-filled bubble made of edible algae.

OBJ talks housing with Minto Communities president Brent Strachan as Minto celebrates 100,000 homes built

OBJ sat down with Minto Communities president Brent Strachan to discuss the challenges facing the housing industry, how the public and private sectors can help, and what the future holds for Minto.

Property-tracking tech using blockchain could be game-changer for real estate industry

If a career in real estate and housing has taught Irene Cameron anything, it’s that the system isn’t perfect. But with her new blockchain technology, she hopes perfection might be getting closer.

‘We need to love our planet’: Water resources engineer pens children’s book on the ‘magic’ of Earth

After decades of working in science and public policy, one Ottawa scientist is ready to make waves in a new area — the world of children’s books — with new book, "A Tale of Two Planets."

From decluttering to companionship, this Ottawa Valley ‘angel’ has a soft spot for seniors

“I really think they’re valuable services and I love improving the quality of someone’s life,” says Tammy Reimer, owner of Valley Angels, which offers companionship, decluttering and organization services in the Ottawa Valley.

Finalists celebrated at 40th anniversary Businesswoman of the Year Awards

A “real celebration” hosted by the Women’s Business Network, the evening toasted women in business under the theme “timeless,” complete with red, black and white dress and decor decked out in rubies, a nod to the milestone anniversary.

Old Ottawa South business owner hopes bus lane plan will ‘energize’ Bank St.

A controversial city plan to improve public transit in Old Ottawa South has been met with criticism, but it spells opportunity for at least one Bank St. business owner.
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