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An open letter to parents from The Royal

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

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

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

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 key to operating a business in a pandemic.

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

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

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.

The show goes on: Ottawa record industry vet still in love with music biz after 35 years

Mary Jelley has played a key role in the success of Canadian stars such as Blue Rodeo, Great Big Sea and Ottawa native Alanis Morrissette.

Mayfair Theatre sells furniture naming rights, considers streaming service amid COVID-19 shutdown

Customers can pay to have their names on a theatre wall, as well as on couches, above emergency exits and even bathroom stalls.

Former Cognos CEO Rob Ashe named 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient

Former tech leader joins distinguished list of previous honourees that includes Dr. Jack Kitts, Roger Greenberg, Jim Durrell and the late Wes Nicol.

Westboro office market growing in popularity among entrepreneurs

Enviable amenities and easy access puts neighbourhood on the map for businesses looking for space
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Ottawa is evolving fast. Key developments are impacting all sectors and sizes of business, from AI, innovation and talent to city building and global competitiveness. Who’s making sure business has a strong voice at every decision table? The Ottawa Board of Trade. Join the Ottawa Business Journal publisher Michael Curran and OBOT president and CEO Sueling Ching for a dynamic conversation about how OBOT is shaping Ottawa’s economic future, and how business leaders can leverage their network, influence, and momentum to grow. What you will learn: -- How OBOT advocacy helps shape pro-growth policy, investment, and city-building decisions that strengthen the region’s economy. -- The tables, events, and networks where decision-makers meet, partnerships form, and ideas become action. -- How OBOT equips businesses with visibility, market intelligence, influence, and relationships that drive growth year-round.
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