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New research hub at Carleton sheds light on the experiences of Black entrepreneurs

The Black Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub is quietly taking shape at Carleton University as it prepares to embark on a multi-stakeholder approach to research that will benefit the Black business community.

Costco repeats as capital’s top revenue-generating company

Last year’s biggest locally based revenue gainer, e-commerce powerhouse Shopify, lost that title to the Royal Canadian Mint, which saw its revenues soar 73.9 per cent to $2.5 billion in 2021.

The legal question everyone should be asking about self-driving cars

What injury lawyer Bergeron Clifford wants you to know about self-driving cars – and the legal implications surrounding them.

Life as an entrepreneur has brought Weggon Allen’s skills into sharp focus

Today, Weggon Allen is the proud co-owner of Lenz Studio, one of Ottawa’s premiere photo and video studios, but many years ago his life was like something out of a Hollywood movie.

Canopy Growth to exchange C$255.4M in notes for shares and a bit of cash

Under the agreement with a limited number of noteholders, the Smiths Falls-based cannabis company will acquire the 4.25 per cent unsecured convertible senior notes due in 2023.

Demystifying an employee’s “right” to disconnect

The pandemic brought many new realities for employers to navigate, one being Ontario is Bill 27, a...

Bright Side of Business: Connected Canadians on a mission to offer all seniors free tech training by 2030

Alongside wellness, art and games, organization offers customized one-on-one training and support sessions as well as workplace volunteering programs and workshops.

Owners of Wild Birds Unlimited in Kanata ready to spread their wings

“I always say I’m so excited, but that word isn’t big enough for how we feel about this next step,” said Kindell. “It kind of feels like Christmas morning.”

Entrepreneur Mark Sutcliffe vows to bring ‘new leadership’ to city hall as he enters mayoral race

Sutcliffe, a founder and former publisher of OBJ, has deep connections to Ottawa’s business community.

Mark Motors returns to their roots with modern new dealership

After four years of forecasting and analysis, the Mrak family saw that locating their new Porsche dealership across the street from where their father, Louis Mrak, founded the family business in 1959 was the best move. 

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