From escalators to dry ice, how to avoid “genericide” in your brand
Victims of genericide include products like dry ice and linoleum, which had trademarks that became known as the generic name for a product or service.
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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).
American pool-maker builds production facility near Kingston
Latham Group Inc. is expanding its Canadian operations by building a state-of-the-art pool manufacturing plant and will be hiring up to 200 people over the
That personalized touch makes a resurgence in the big-box world of retail
Is the era of the big box retailer coming to a close? At least two small businesses in Kemptville think so, and there appears to
Regional conference brings together hundreds of Eastern Ontario reps
The Ontario East Municipal Conference is making a comeback to its original in-person format after two pared-down virtual years.
‘We have to up our game’: Kingston retailer creates ‘360-degree’ experience
Kingston locals and tourists alike can browse clothing, have a coffee or cocktail, or host events and socialize in the space on King Street, which
Big plowing match comes to Kemptville — but is it a fading tradition?
“I think the IPM has a lot to offer, but I’m not sure if it will be able to continue into the future; young farmers
Regional airports get multimillion-dollar fed funding boost
Airports in Kingston, Cornwall and Arnprior will be able to upgrade their facilities after the announcement of a $2.8-million non-repayable contribution from the federal government.
Waste not, want not: Family-run software company helps businesses take a greener approach
“We provide zero waste tools that increase the value of surplus items and materials, converting them from liabilities to assets,” says Norm Ruttan, president of
Turbulent waters: Ottawa Valley business navigates search for new owners
Ottawa Whitewater Leaders Rafting, or OWL Rafting, as it’s affectionately known, is for sale to the right buyer — one with a passion for paddling,
Canopy Growth, Cointreau settle lawsuit over Quatreau beverage line
A recent New York court filing shows all parties voluntarily agreed to dismiss the case in June and cover their own legal costs stemming from
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