Ottawa

Sex shop owner sounds the alarm over homelessness crisis, addiction on Bank Street

In the time since a methadone clinic opened across the street, this shop owner has seen an increase in drug use and homelessness on her block to an extent that has “traumatized” and “saddened” her.

Francophone business leaders recognized at annual gala

Eleven local francophone business leaders were celebrated yesterday at the 2023 Emerald Gala.

Local booksellers say buyers are back in droves post-pandemic

Independent booksellers in Ottawa are thriving, despite competition from big box stores, online retailers and e-books.

Op-ed: Could Ottawa’s ‘night mayor’ spark a desire to design a city for people?

On May 3, the city approved the role of “night mayor” to help get the word out. So, what is essential to making a vibrant place?

Sale of buildings on feds’ disposal list could be ‘several years’ away, PSPC says

The sale of aging federal government buildings in Ottawa could still be “several years” away, Public Services and Procurement Canada says, while a Crown corporation that redevelops surplus federal properties says it will look into whether any of the sites on the disposal list could be financially viable as residential conversions.

Shopify rolls out new point-of-sale system in Canada

Shopify is launching new point-of-sale hardware across Canada, part of its efforts to bolster services for brick-and-mortar merchants as e-commerce growth slows down and the company looks for new sources of revenue.

Business is blooming: How one entrepreneur’s vision kept a well-known florist from closing up shop

When florist Elizabeth Young heard that well-known floral shop Tivoli was for sale, she immediately saw the advantages of merging it with her own nearby shop and continuing the legacy of Tivoli’s owner.

Bright Side of Business: Wavellon combines art and sport in new paddleboards

Paddleboard company Wavellon uses innovative technology to create inflatable boards that are as smooth to ride as they are uniquely designed.

Proptech firm 1VALET eyes Middle East expansion as revenues soar

Proptech venture 1Valet says it’s poised to expand into markets such as the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia over the next 12 months as its platform gains momentum.

Canada has highest household debt level in G7: CMHC deputy chief economist

Canada has the highest level of household debt in the G7, making its economy vulnerable to a global economic crisis.

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