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Toronto-based group opening new Asian restaurant at 99 Rideau St.

Metcalfe Realty mulls plan to turn Albert Street office tower into residential complex

Metcalfe Realty is considering a plan to convert a 16-storey office tower at 85 Albert St. to...

Downtown retail should be ‘back to pre-COVID numbers’ by next year, broker says

A prominent commercial real estate broker is expecting a “huge influx” of new downtown retailers over the...

Two more residential towers proposed near Hintonburg LRT station

More than 500 new apartment units could be built in the burgeoning neighbourhood around the Corsa Italia...

Defence-tech to take centre stage at new summit during SaaS North

With military spending ramping up, Ottawa’s most buzzworthy defence-tech firm is launching an event this fall aimed...

My inside story of OBJ’s first 30 years

Telling the behind-the-scenes story of OBJ is risky for three reasons. First, it’s mostly undocumented, which is ironic, given OBJ’s role in telling thousands of local business stories. Second, as you will read, it’s a story with lots of protagonists and plenty of twists and turns.

Longtime Thales executive Salci to take top job at Saab Canada

Veteran defence industry executive Cara Salci has been named president of Saab Canada effective Sept. 8. Salci has...

Real estate firm suggests Constitution Square, 160 Elgin among sites for defence bank’s HQ

Constitution Square and highrises at 150 and 160 Elgin St. are among the marquee downtown office buildings...

Downtown office vacancy rate falls in Q2 after two highrises dropped from leasing inventory

Ottawa’s downtown office vacancy rate dropped more than a full percentage point in the second quarter as...

No plans in works to redevelop Carlingwood Shopping Centre site, mall’s owners say

Two years after describing the property around the Carlingwood Shopping Centre property as ripe for densification, the...
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Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming an essential tool in today's workplace, helping organizations improve efficiency, streamline operations, and enhance decision-making. However, as AI becomes more integrated into day-to-day business, employers must also navigate the legal, ethical, and operational risks that come with its use. Join Jordon White of Emond Harnden LLP for an informative webinar on the evolving role of AI in the Canadian workplace. This webinar will cover: -- The use of AI by employees in complaints, grievances, and workplace disputes. -- Key liability risks arising from the improper use of AI technologies. -- Practical strategies for safely and effectively integrating AI into your operations.
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