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Mastermind Toys obtains creditor protection, wants permission to close some stores

Mastermind Toys, which has three Ottawa locations, says it has obtained an initial order for creditor protection as it faces financial challenges and a slowing economy.

Giving Guide: Grassroots charities share their stories of working in Ottawa’s downtown

As Ottawa seeks solutions to bolster its historic downtown core, Jeff Todd, president of AFP Ottawa, spoke with three small non-profits that are making a difference.

Builder confident three-tower Baseline Road project will go ahead despite shadow concerns

An Ottawa developer says he remains optimistic his plan to build a series of highrises along Baseline...

For Amir Rahim at Grounded, hospitality is ‘in his bloodstream’

Being a restaurant owner is harder than ever, but Amir Rahim, owner of Grounded Kitchen, said it’s worth navigating the challenges for the love of the work.

Being part of Ottawa’s ‘tourist community’ helps keep Sarah Chown motivated at the Metropolitain

Costs are so but so are spirits as restaurants head into the holiday season, according Metropolitain Brasserie's Sarah Chown.

Ottawa firm proposes ‘build-to-suit’ industrial complex in Vars as demand for space rises

An Ottawa firm led by well-known construction entrepreneur John Bassi is launching a new industrial development east...

Katasa seeks approval to build 22-storey mixed-use highrise at Bronson and Carling

Katasa Group – which recently acquired a pair of office towers on Slater Street in one of the city’s biggest real estate deals this year – has applied to construct two buildings on a vacant 1.1-acre site at the southwest corner of Carling and Bronson avenues.

Despite rising costs and interest rates, East India Company’s Anish Mehra loves to be ‘part of people’s experiences’

The last few years have been tumultuous for the restaurant industry, but things are looking up, according to Anish Mehra, owner of the East India Company in Ottawa.

Publisher’s note: Introducing OBJ Insider for Groups

"A business can only thrive when it has purpose, offers value and, quite often, fills a niche. To me, OBJ does exactly that," writes OBJ publisher Michael Curran.

Kichesippi Beer Co. tapping into holiday spirit with new Sparks Street location

Kichesippi Beer Co. is bringing the holiday spirit – not to mention spirits of another kind –...
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