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Explore the top local business stories of the week.

Ottawa biz group plans weekend rally to protest restrictions on bars, gyms and other venues

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OpenSafe Ottawa says its members are planning to march from City Hall to Parliament Hill on Saturday morning to deliver a message to all levels

Surviving and Thriving on Main Street: Kanata North’s LUNA Crêpes & Café pivots during pandemic

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Digital transformation grant, social media support and new menu items help popular restaurant stay connected with customers.

Ottawa’s economy to shrink 5.7% in 2020 before rebounding next year: Conference Board

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Think-tank says the local economy “will not escape the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.”

An open letter to parents from The Royal

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For teens who are already living with a mental illness, the adjustment to COVID-19 protocols could be debilitating.

The bright side of business: Staff at Jonny Canuck’s Bar & Grill in Orléans get $11K thank you

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Restaurateur Jonathan Reynaert hosts staff appreciation day in recognition of COVID-19 impact on employees

Ottawa entrepreneur launches ‘Airbnb of self-storage’ by turning vacant spaces into low-cost storage solutions

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Shared Storage is the latest example in Ottawa of how the sharing economy movement is evolving in new directions.

Small business conference offers ‘lifeline’ to struggling entrepreneurs

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The Small Business Summit is a free half-day conference on Thursday, Oct. 22 that will gather several experts to address bottom line issues that are

Inaugural SheBoot program for female entrepreneurs culminates with final pitch for $200K in prize money

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Trademark registration startup Heirlume takes home $150K grand prize at inaugural event.

Former high-tech exec Yves Tremblay and wife make ‘historic’ donation to Montfort’s Orléans Health Hub

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Longtime resident of capital region hopes record-breaking gift will inspire other wealthy entrepreneurs and business leaders to step up their game for the greater good.