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One-size-fits-all approach to office return not always the answer, Knak CEO says

The CEO of email marketing software maker Knak asked all of his Ottawa-based employees to work in the office from Tuesday to Thursday each week beginning in December 2022.

After unsuccessful leadership bid, Ottawa Centre MP Yasir Naqvi names his 2024 priorities

In this Q&A with OBJ, Naqvi discusses what he learned from the leadership race, his goals for the new year, the status of the Downtown Revitalization Task Force, and other priorities that he says are “front and centre” for his riding in 2024. 

Ottawa businesses feeling upbeat about next year, but that could change quickly, chamber says

Ottawa consumers may be spending less, but local businesses are feeling more optimistic about 2024 than many of their counterparts across Canada.

FanSaves founders revved up about NASCAR partnership

FanSaves’ software allows fans to instantly tap into NASCAR’s online guide and cash in on deals at restaurants, tour operators and other attractions in the Chicago area, driving traffic to businesses and giving a boost to merchants affected by road closures along the race route.

On the move: Solace latest Kanata tech firm to relocate as back-to-office push grows

Riding a wave of record sales growth, Solace is the latest Kanata tech firm to expand its...

Reduced retail space in Little Italy development throws potential grocery store into question

Retail space in a proposed Little Italy development has been significantly reduced, but the developer said he’s hopeful groceries will still be a major piece. 

What did you read in 2023? Here are OBJ’s top 10 most popular stories of the year

Here’s what you told us were your favourite OBJ stories of the year. After all, regardless of what an editor deems newsworthy, it’s the reader who is the ultimate decider.

BlackBerry’s decision to scrap Internet of Things IPO could be boon for Kanata, AV expert says

BlackBerry’s decision to scrap a planned IPO of its connected vehicles software business could pay off for...

Real estate revival? Even as hybrid work takes hold, some firms look to expand office footprints

While holiday parties are in full swing, a couple of local tech firms hosted celebrations last week...

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