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Ottawa business community says goodbye to two great leaders
Two well-known names in local business circles passed away recently, leaving a legacy that will not soon be forgotten.
Giant Tiger CEO Paul Wood exits Ottawa-based discount retail chain
Giant Tiger chief executive Paul Wood has left after nearly two decades with the Ottawa-based retailer as it battles giants such as Walmart and Amazon.
Philanthropy in Ottawa: Family and community inspire $2M donation to TOHF
Who: Tony Sottile, retired construction executive, and Barbara Robertson, former teacher and volunteer The donation: $2M The recipient: The Ottawa Hospital Foundation The inspiration: “The Ottawa Hospital Foundation’s Campaign
Ottawa’s Newsmaker of the Year: Chef Joe Thottungal
In May 2020, the pandemic was already wreaking havoc with Ottawa chef Joe Thottungal’s livelihood when fate cruelly threw another obstacle in his path. The
UPDATED: Canopy Growth CEO hopeful for cannabis reforms after U.S. midterms
The head of Canopy Growth Corp. has high hopes for the U.S. Senate and potential cannabis legislation after Tuesday’s midterm elections. “While the overall results
Bridgehead’s revenues perk up thanks to more foot traffic, rise in catering business
Bridgehead’s revenues jumped nearly 18 per cent in the third quarter compared with a year earlier on the strength of rising foot traffic and new
Small businesses welcome federal government’s promised action on credit card fees
The government’s mention of credit card transaction fees in last Thursday’s fall economic statement is “a step in the right direction” but might not help
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The Ottawa Hospital Foundation’s Campaign to Create Tomorrow
The $500-million fundraising campaign is the largest in our city’s history. It will reshape the future of healthcare in Ottawa and beyond.
