Ottawa

Ottawa patios adapt to pre-pandemic norms, even as experts argue for permanent changes

Despite confusion being experienced in other cities as a result of a post-pandemic patchwork of patio regulations and fees, Ottawa businesses are adapting well.

Brigil follows downtown proposal with plan for three-building project on Baseline Road

After announcing plans to build more than 1,000 rental units at the site of the old Greyhound bus terminal in downtown Ottawa, Brigil says it wants to construct 700 rental suites next to a site it is already developing on Baseline Road.

‘Gordon was a giant’: Giant Tiger founder Gordon Reid dies at 89

Gordon Reid, a legendary figure in Ottawa business who founded discount chain Giant Tiger and built it into one of Canada’s most successful and recognizable retail brands, has died.

Winning strategy? Tourism industry hopes sporting events can be a game-changer

Attracting marquee sporting competitions such as rugby's Pacific Four Series is the primary goal of the “bid more, win more, host more” strategy, a joint effort between Ottawa Tourism and the City of Ottawa to promote the capital as a world-class event-hosting destination.

Ottawa-Gatineau’s unemployment rate rises to 4.3% in June

Ottawa-Gatineau’s unemployment rate rose slightly in June as a spike in the number of people looking for...

FigBytes named one of Canada’s fastest-growing sustainable companies

FigBytes came in at No. 15 on Corporate Knights’ second annual list of the country’s 25 fastest-growing “green” private companies, the firm announced Thursday. 

Katasa plans pair of residential highrise towers on St. Laurent Boulevard

Katasa Group, which recently filed plans to replace a Centretown medical building with an apartment complex, wants to construct two highrises on St. Laurent Boulevard that would contain a total of more than 400 residential units.

‘It’s been a hell of a three years’: Sueling Ching

Sueling Ching discusses the rising costs, the downtown core, and how Ottawa's new municipal government can help businesses grow.

Barrhaven officials look to establish community as more than a ‘sleepy suburb’

As one of the province’s fastest-growing suburbs, Barrhaven is more than a bedroom community and has a lot to offer residents and businesses, officials say. 

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