There are lots of things happening in the National Capital Region as 2024 heads into its final months. Below, you will find our roundup of upcoming business, tech and social events to mark on your calendar.
CEO Talk with Gary Bettman and Michael Andlauer
What: The Ottawa Board of Trade and Ottawa Business Journal are excited to host a special edition of CEO Talk with Gary Bettman, Commissioner of the NHL and Michael Andlauer, Owner of the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday, November 19 at the National Arts Centre!
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The value of an Algonquin College degree: Experiential learning, taught by industry experts
Zaahra Mehsen was three years into a biology degree at a local university when she realized she wanted to take a different path. “I realized that it’s not my thing,”
The value of an Algonquin College degree: Experiential learning, taught by industry experts
Zaahra Mehsen was three years into a biology degree at a local university when she realized she wanted to take a different path. “I realized that it’s not my thing,”
When: Tuesday, November 19, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: National Arts Centre – Canada Room
Find out more: https://business.ottawabot.ca/events/details/ceo-talk-with-gary-bettman-and-michael-andlauer-4602?calendarMonth=2024-11-01
CHEO Gala
What: CHEO Gala presented by TD Bank Group is an evening dedicated to raising awareness and funds for children and youth with multiple physical and developmental disabilities. The 2024 event will bring attendees from across the region together for a beautiful evening inspired by our 50th anniversary.
When: Wednesday, November 20, 5:45-10 p.m.
Where: National Gallery of Canada
Find out more: https://cheofoundation.com/cheo-CHEO Bears’ Den/
Mayor’s Breakfast November 2024
What: Enjoy breakfast with Mayor Mark Sutcliffe and a fireside chat with the president and CEO of McDonald’s Canada, Michèle Boudria.
When: Thursday, November 21, from 7-9 a.m.
Where: Ottawa City Hall – Jean Pigott, 110 Laurier Avenue West, Ottawa
Find out more: https://business.ottawabot.ca/events/details/mayor-s-breakfast-with-mich%C3%A8le-boudria-4570
The 2nd Ottawa Business Trade Show
What: A full-day event allowing businesses to showcase their products and services to attract new customers and foster community engagement.
When: Saturday, November 23, from 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Where: Brookstreet Hotel, 525 Legget Drive
Find out more: https://obj.ca/event/the-2nd-ottawa-business-trade-show/
Trees of Hope 2024
What: Trees of Hope is an evening of tree-decorating, awards and fun to raise money for the CHEO Foundation.
When: Monday, November 25
Where: Fairmont Château Laurier
Find out more: https://treesofhope.ca/
Scaling Up Bio Conference 2024
What: The ninth edition of Canada’s only industrial bioeconomy business conference with presentations from industry leaders and professionals.
When: Monday, November 25 at 5:30pm to Wednesday, November 27 at 1:30pm
Where: Fairmont Château Laurier
Find out more: https://www.scalingupconference.ca/program2024?mc_cid=70091fd566&mc_eid=ade4310d2c
Small Business Forum
What: This event will feature a networking opportunity and panel discussions on how to do business with federal and municipal levels of government, as well as how to access financial resources as a Small- and Medium-sized Entreprise!
When: Wednesday, November 27 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Meridian Theatres @ Centrepointe; 101 Centrepointe Drive Ottawa, ON K2G 5K7
Find out more: https://www.investottawa.ca/event/small-business-forum/
Business After 5: Carleton University’s Sprott School of Business & The Innovation Hub
What: A networking event for Ottawa business owners with academic and professional development opportunities to explore!
When: Wednesday, November 27 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: 1125 Colonel By Drive – 2020 Nicol Building, Ottawa, ON
Best Ottawa Business Awards 2024 – “The BOBs”
What: Presented by the Ottawa Board of Trade and the Ottawa Business Journal, the BOBs aim to celebrate the best of the best in local business.
When: Friday, November 29, at 5:30 p.m.
Where: The Westin Ottawa, 11 Colonel By Drive
Find out more: https://bestottawabusiness.ca/awards-gala
Dinner Party in a Box 2024
What: Returning for its fifth year in support of the Snowsuit Fund, Dinner Party in a Box offers a sophisticated at-home dining experience featuring a modern Italian-inspired menu with a La Dolce Vita theme curated by Beckta. Each box is designed for two people and includes a three-course meal, signature cocktails, premium wine, beer, and luxury gift items.
When: Saturday, November 30
Find out more: snowsuitfund.com
Christmas Cheer Breakfast
What: A cheerful fundraiser breakfast in support of families fighting food insecurity during the holiday season.
When: Friday, December 6, at 7:30 a.m.
Where: Infinity Convention Centre, 2901 Gibford Drive, Ottawa
Find out more: https://christmascheerottawa.com/
Women’s Business Network Holiday Soirée: Celebrate & Connect
What: A night of networking and holiday fun at the Rideau Carleton Casino.
When: Friday, December 6 from 6:30 – 11:30 p.m.
Where: Rideau Carleton Casino; 4837 Albion Road, Ottawa, ON K1X 1A3
Find out more: https://womensbusinessnetwork.ca/events/
Hats off!
Weed Man Ottawa, a local lawn care company, recently partnered with its customers in the community to donate 700 pounds of food and household items to the Ottawa Food Bank. They collected donations including shelf-stable, non-perishable food and other household items from their customers when they provided lawn care services. This is part of Weed Man Ottawa’s Grassroots Giving food drive, which is part of a nation-wide campaign to support local food banks.
Hôpital Montfort’s emergency department is now named after Richcraft Homes, in recognition of the donation made by its owners, the Singhal family, toward the new mental health emergency zone project. The $2-million fundraising campaign for the new project was expected to last 18 months and nearly reached its goal in only 18 weeks due to the family’s donation. The project hopes to meet the growing need for mental health care in the nation’s capital.
