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Carleton’s $65-million business school steps onto world stage

Lead architect and Carleton grad Doron Meinhard’s team from Toronto-based Hariri Pontarini Architects toured several business schools in Canada and the U.S. before crafting a curving design.

Opinions divided on governments’ COVID-19 response performance

There’s been frustrations with the federal government around vaccine expectations, and with the provincial government over its mixed messages surrounding public health restrictions.

Escape Manor’s Neil Schwartz joins Mann Lawyers’ business law team

After helping launch one of Ottawa’s most successful new wave entertainment companies Neil Schwartz is taking his unique blend of expertise to Mann Lawyers LLP. 

Family businesses better positioned to drive Canada’s economic recovery: report

KPMG Enterprise and STEP Project Global Consortium report reveals successful pandemic strategies to rebound and remerge stronger

Survey says: Shaw Centre best in the world

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How an Ontario startup is fighting wildfires – and climate change – one patent at a time

A group of Ontario firefighters-turned-entrepreneurs have found a way to make battling flames a safer business – not only for first responders, but for the environment.

OBJ’s Top Summer Stories

From real estate deals to Italian markets, it's been a busy business season

Habitat for Humanity CEO steps down to launch horticultural therapy business

Alexis Ashworth credits plants and gardening with helping to maintain her strong mental health during COVID-19 lockdowns.

uOttawa’s new master’s program targets health execs

The Telfer School of Management’s two-year Executive Master of Health Administration program will begin in January, featuring six semesters of mostly online course material.

Podcast: Ottawa missing out on venture capital, employers wrestle with mandatory vaccine policies

Watch on YouTube or listen on Spotify, SoundCloud and other audio platforms.
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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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