Eastern Ontario Business Journal (EOBJ) provides regional business coverage of Eastern Ontario including news from Renfrew (north) to Kingston (west) to Cornwall (south) to Hawkesbury (east).
Umicore finalizes agreement with feds, province to build EV battery plant west of Kingston
The federal and provincial governments have finalized an agreement with global materials technology and recycling group Umicore to proceed with the construction of a new
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.
Ross Video among businesses recognized by South Dundas awards of excellence
Ross Video took home one of the top honours at the fifth annual Municipality of South Dundas Awards of Excellence Thursday.
Ottawa Changemakers: Poptronic uses virtual reality to bring Indigenous experiences to life
Poptronic, an Indigenous-owned virtual reality business, is moving a traditional culture of storytelling into the next generation with immersive technology.
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,
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,
Olymel plant closures will have no effect on Cornwall facility, spokesperson says
The closure of two Olymel meat processing facilities won’t have an impact on the company’s Cornwall plant, a spokesperson said.
Canopy Growth lands creditor protection for BioSteel business, intends to sell brand
Canopy Growth Corp. says it’s obtained creditor protection for its BioSteel Sports Nutrition Inc. division and intends to seek permission to sell the business.
‘The community is feeling it’: Glengarry News shutters after 131 years
After more than 130 years serving its community, Eastern Ontario newspaper Glengarry News is permanently closing its doors.
‘Bleisure’? ‘Lizness’? Business travel still not what it used to be in Eastern Ontario
While an expected rebound in business travel didn’t materialize this year, some communities in Eastern Ontario still see it as a growth area.
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