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

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 –...

Preston Street BIA and SPAO team up for unique outdoor arts exhibition

The outdoor public art initiative features large-scale photographic artworks created to enhance Ottawa’s Little Italy and engage with residents and tourists.

Up Close: Armando Giannetti on how Ottawa’s family-owned Preston Hardware has got it nailed

In an era when hardware stores are increasingly of the big-box variety, Preston Hardware remains Canada’s largest independent hardware store.

Giving Guide: For Ottawa charities, engaging a younger donor is key to bridging the ‘giving gap’

For the Ottawa Humane Society, the goal is to attract young and first-time donors to build brand awareness and an affinity for the organization early in life.

City committee OKs plan to expand Andaz Hotel with new 16-storey building

A city committee has given Claridge Homes the green light to build a 16-storey addition to the...

Small business owners call on government to take on Amazon, level playing field

An association representing 97,000 of Canada's small businesses is calling on Ottawa to do more to address Amazon.com Inc.'s dominance.

Workers at 17 No Frills stores in Ontario set Monday strike deadline

Almost 1,300 workers at 17 No Frills grocery stores in Ontario could be on strike next week, as the union that represents them has set a strike deadline of 12:01 a.m. on Monday.
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Ottawa is evolving fast. Key developments are impacting all sectors and sizes of business, from AI, innovation and talent to city building and global competitiveness. Who’s making sure business has a strong voice at every decision table? The Ottawa Board of Trade. Join the Ottawa Business Journal publisher Michael Curran and OBOT president and CEO Sueling Ching for a dynamic conversation about how OBOT is shaping Ottawa’s economic future, and how business leaders can leverage their network, influence, and momentum to grow. What you will learn: -- How OBOT advocacy helps shape pro-growth policy, investment, and city-building decisions that strengthen the region’s economy. -- The tables, events, and networks where decision-makers meet, partnerships form, and ideas become action. -- How OBOT equips businesses with visibility, market intelligence, influence, and relationships that drive growth year-round.
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