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Bright Side of Business: iSisters charity receives $38,500 to bolster technology programs for underserved women

Back in 2001 – in the time of indestructible Nokia cellphones and dial-up internet – four women teachers...

Ottawa-Gatineau’s unemployment rate edges up to 4.2% in October

In its latest labour force survey, Statistics Canada said Friday that the unemployment rate for last month held steady at 5.2 per cent as more Canadians looked for work.

Crave Food & Wine Festival: Ottawa’s new premier culinary event

On Nov 11 & 12, prepare to indulge in what is set to become Ottawa’s new premier food & wine event.

Senators’ Erin Crowe named Ottawa’s CFO of the Year by OBJ and Ottawa Board of Trade

Award comes as NHL club is embarking on what could be one of the biggest city-building projects the capital has seen in generations – and Crowe is playing a top-line role in that process.

Business groups call on feds to bring public sector employees back to the office

In a letter with 33 signatories, business leaders argue that some governments are lagging in their plans to bring public-sector employees back to the office. 

Building a supportive and stable housing foundation in Ottawa

Salus is in the beginning stages of planning the construction of a new build that will contain approximately 60 units, focused on the mobility needs of our aging population.

Porter Airlines to hire hundreds of workers in Ottawa as part of $65M plan to set up maintenance hub at YOW

As it continues on the road to recovery from the pandemic, the airport is teaming up on a $65-million plan to build two new aircraft maintenance hangars.

Restaurants hope for holiday boom, but looming recession causes concern

Some restaurants and bars are starting to book holiday parties, but it remains to be seen whether bookings will return to pre-pandemic levels, expert says.

Pretty (smart) in pink: New flower café and shop sells itself

With pink plates, pink chairs, pink cotton floss adorning drinks, and a wall of floor-to-ceiling powder-pink roses, marketing for the Luxe Blooms Flower Café often takes care of itself. 

Heidi Hauver explains why she chooses remote work and how she brings it to life at Shinydocs

Ottawa-based HR leader Heidi Hauver never thought there’d come a day when her professional life didn’t revolve around the office.
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Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming an essential tool in today's workplace, helping organizations improve efficiency, streamline operations, and enhance decision-making. However, as AI becomes more integrated into day-to-day business, employers must also navigate the legal, ethical, and operational risks that come with its use. Join Jordon White of Emond Harnden LLP for an informative webinar on the evolving role of AI in the Canadian workplace. This webinar will cover: -- The use of AI by employees in complaints, grievances, and workplace disputes. -- Key liability risks arising from the improper use of AI technologies. -- Practical strategies for safely and effectively integrating AI into your operations.
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