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Retail spending in Canada shows signs of slowdown amid higher inflation, interest

Retail spending in Canada showed early signs of a slowdown just as the holiday shopping season ramped up this fall, according to new figures.

When the corporate world came calling, this Carp entrepreneur headed another way

It was inevitable that Candace Tierney would start her own business — the writing was on the wall even when she was still a student at the University of Ottawa. Now, she's the founder of Oat & Mill vegan, oat milk ice cream.

Stories to watch in 2023: The top 10 – Part 2

In the spirit of the season, OBJ has put together a list of the top 10 stories to watch in 2023. Here are the final five.

The Glebe Centre

What we do The Glebe Centre is unique in Eastern Ontario as it is the only registered charity...

Ottawa Changemakers: ByWard Market storefront Adaawewigamig supports community belonging

Founded in 2014, A7G is an Indigenous-owned and youth-led non-profit focusing on cultural support and empowerment programs for Indigenous youth with traditional knowledge and guidance from Elders. 

Manufacturing, importing straws and other single use plastics now banned

As of today, companies can no longer produce or bring into Canada plastic checkout bags, cutlery, stir sticks, straws and takeout containers.

Ottawa Humane Society

The Ottawa Humane Society’s work extends far beyond caring for lost, unwanted, sick and injured animals. We...

Stories to watch in 2023: The top 10 – Part 1

It has certainly been a year of fascinating developments in Ottawa and it seems the saga is...

Bright Side of Business: Fine dining establishment prepares nourishing meals for Cornerstone Women’s Shelter

Caroline Gosselin and her team at E18hteen Restaurant Group have partnered with Cornerstone Housing for Women to provide a nourishing meal to the women they serve.

COVID comfort food inspires new business of spices and wellness for Indian entrepreneur

While sick with COVID-19, Prem Pitchiah began experimenting with the turmeric milk remedies that are popular in his home country. It was all the inspiration he needed to start building a business around wellness spices.

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