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Merkburn Holdings opens new Kanata North co-working space

One of the National Capital Region’s largest commercial real estate owners is opening a new 10,000-square-foot co-working space in the heart of the city’s largest tech park.

Philanthropy in Ottawa: Support for STEM blooms at Algonquin thanks to Leacross Foundation

Take-home lab kits, with necessary equipment for applied research projects, were provided to students to support remote hands-on learning for students.

Canopy Growth reports $829.3M Q3 loss, expects to reach profitability next year

The loss amounted to $2.43 per diluted share for the quarter ended Dec. 31, compared with a loss of $109.6 million or 26 cents per share a year earlier.

Lack of clarity on business reopenings ‘frustrating’ for BIA boss

Wellington West merchants say they're confused by lack of clear set of rules regarding guidelines for getting back in business.

Ottawa’s unemployment rate drops to 6.7% in January

The number of people working in Ottawa-Gatineau rose by about 9,600 last month, Statistics Canada said, while the labour force also grew.

Best Offices Ottawa: Designing the post-pandemic workplace

Companies across the city are asking fresh questions about how best to use their office space effectively as employees begin to think about returning to the workplace later this year.

City re-ups for $25K fund to boost local music industry

The money will go to musicians whose livelihoods have been upended by the COVID-19 crisis.

City committee OKs plan for up to 1,500 e-scooters on Ottawa streets

It would be the second year of the pilot project, which saw 600 devices available for rent in 2020.

Changing course: How Ian Fraser reimagined Run Ottawa’s business model for a pandemic world

When Ian Fraser took the top job at Run Ottawa in 2019, he had no idea how much he’d need to lean on every ounce of experience he’d gained in two decades as an entrepreneur.

Gatineau’s D.L. Building Materials acquired by U.S. company

Local firm says it will continue to operate as a standalone business.
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