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Here are six Ottawa startups that are conquering the B2C market
From custom collages to AI-powered bike fitting software, check out six local startups making waves in the B2C market.

Ottawa Tourism CEO Michael Crockatt sounds alarm over fewer U.S. travellers to the capital
The head of Ottawa Tourism is concerned about decreasing numbers of U.S. travellers to Ottawa and says his organization will be looking to reverse that

Ultimate Burger Battle pulls out all the fixings to raise almost $30K for United Way East Ontario
The Meatball Madness burger from Ottawa’s Art-Is-In Bakery won Ultimate Burger of the Year in the United Way Ultimate Burger Battle last month.


OBJ Datebook: Here are some of the new year’s not-to-be-missed events
December Masquerade Charity Gala for CHEO 2025 What: Put on your finest attire and favourite mask to dance the night away and bid on auction

Ottawa business community says goodbye to three prominent leaders in November
November saw the passing of three Ottawa businessmen who each left their mark on the city over many decades in the capital.

Region’s unemployment rate remains elevated at 7.4%, as national rate declines to 6.5%
Ottawa-Gatineau’s unemployment rate remained stable at 7.4 per cent in November, even as the number of unemployed people started to rise in August to levels
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