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Inspiring the next generation of women’s mental health allies

For Tara-Lynn Hughes, senior vice-president of retail banking at TD, the annual Run for Women is a family affair.

Bright Side of Business: This pizza is not only healthy, it has a purpose

Fiazza Fresh Fired's charity event series has raised $10,000 to support organizations such as the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation and Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa.

A more inclusive approach to hiring is one solution to current labour shortage

Companies need to take a diversity, equity and inclusion perspective with each business decision they make, HR experts say.

The antidote to market volatility

It’s tough not to be a little worried these days. Between rising threats of inflation, new strains...

Invest Ottawa head encourages more businesses to apply for trucker convoy relief fund

Organization has approved 340 applications and disbursed almost $900,000 over the past month under the Downtown Ottawa Business Relief Fund. 

New Civic campus project will have big-time economic impact, but big-time challenges loom

Four-year build is expected to pump nearly $2 billion into Ottawa's economy and create thousands of jobs, Deloitte says, but rising inflation and labour shortages could boost price tag.

‘A city without intention is just a bunch of buildings,’ local architect argues

Linebox Studio owner Andrew Reeves, whose firm was behind Shopify's iconic space at Performance Court, says a downtown NHL arena is a project that 'should just happen.'

Roll of the dice: One Ottawa restaurateur tells the story of her gamble in Vegas

Why would a restaurant in Ottawa open a second location in Vegas? That is a very good question. It was a gamble. I’ll tell you the story and maybe, just maybe, it will all make sense.

Op-Ed: A perfect storm of tough choices faces today’s pandemic-weary workplaces

It’s only been a few weeks since we were all given permission to take our masks off, but in our COVID world things change very quickly.  

International Business Payments in Canada: Transferring & Receiving Internationally

According to a 2019 Government of Canada data set, 13.5 per cent of all Canadian exports fall...
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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.
Navigating AI in the Canadian Employment Landscape: Risks, Responsibilities, and Best Practices

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