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.
Tech Tuesday
What: Enjoy a chat on prioritizing mental health with Susan Blain, founder of the Dare to be Vulnerable Project; James Nguyen, CEO of Quantropi; Cara Vaccarino, CEO of the Royal Ottawa Health Care Group; and Niraj Bhargava, co-founder and CEO of NuEnergy.ai.
When: Tuesday, December 3, from 5:00 – 7:30 p.m.
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The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa includes a 150-room hotel, expanded gaming facilities, restaurants and performance spaces. The transformation of the Rideau Carleton Casino into the Hard Rock Hotel

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa is the company’s new Canadian jewel
There’s a buzz of excitement at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa as a $350-million transformation of the former Rideau Carleton Raceway nears completion. This high-energy entertainment destination will soon
Where: The Marshes Golf Club; 320 Terry Fox Drive, Kanata
Find out more: https://lu.ma/s4vnfmh7
Mayor’s Breakfast with Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy
What: Enjoy breakfast with Mayor Mark Sutcliffe and join him for a fireside chat with Hon. Peter Bethlenfalvy, Ontario Minister of Finance.
When: Wednesday, December 4, from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m.
Where: Ottawa City Hall; 110 Laurier Avenue West, Ottawa, Ontario
Find out more: https://business.ottawabot.ca/events/details/mayor-s-breakfast-with-minister-peter-bethlenfalvy-4614
IO Ignition Cohort 25 Pitch Final: Deck the Halls with Innovation
What: Watch 18 tech entrepreneurs pitch their startup for a chance to win funding and mentorship.
When: Thursday, December 5, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Bayview Yards; 7 Bayview Station Road, Ottawa, ON
Find out more: https://www.investottawa.ca/eventbrite-event/io-ignition-cohort-25-pitch-finale-deck-the-halls-with-innovation/
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/