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Book excerpt: How changing workplace culture gives rise to behaviours like ‘mobbing’

Across the country, workplaces are changing rapidly. Greater cultural diversity and the steady rise of women into...

Family plan: Shabinsky-led Glenview Homes launches expansion to Texas

Glenview Homes co-founder and executive director Jake Shabinsky told OBJ Wednesday his firm has hired veteran Houston-based developer Blake Roberts to head a new subsidiary in Texas’s largest city.

Celebrity chef Rene Rodriguez takes over the Tavern at the Gallery kitchen

When you think of “celebrity chefs,” Ottawa might not be the first place that comes to mind....

Former commissioner of competition Matthew Boswell on the latest changes in competition law

When Canada’s competition laws underwent a series of major changes in 2024, Matthew Boswell was at the helm of Canada’s Competition Bureau. Now, he’s using his knowledge of the legal ins and outs to help businesses understand and adapt to the new context.

‘Landmark’ project in Centretown and large spa in Kanata get go-ahead from city council

Two significant real estate developments were approved by city council Wednesday. A proposal to build two “landmark” highrises...

New Ontario Defence Association aims to close gap between industry, government

As the federal government ramps up defence spending, another new industry organization is aiming to help homegrown...

A soundstage remains a priority as Ottawa’s film commissioner looks to boost economic impact

With a successful 2025 in the books, the city’s film commissioner has several priorities in mind that...

Industrial rents fall slightly in Q1 as Ottawa market shows ‘signs of stabilization’: Colliers

Ottawa’s industrial market is “showing signs of stabilization” after several years of rapid growth, a new report...

Vendor village initiative designed to drive foot traffic, ‘activate spaces’ in the ByWard Market

More local vendors will be part of the upcoming spring season in the ByWard Market in an...
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