Ottawa

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Ottawa’s pace of inflation steady at 1.7% in February

Ottawa

Ottawa’s annual pace of inflation remained at 1.7 per cent in February as rates rose across the country, according to Statistics Canada figures released Friday.

Update: Watson unfazed by SNC-Lavalin concerns as Ford delivers $1.2B funding on stage 2 LRT

City Hall

Ontario premier Doug Ford confirmed a $1.21-billion commitment from the province to help fund the second phase of Ottawa’s light-rail transit line during an announcement

New greenspace, art installations proposed for ‘pedestrian oasis’ on Sparks Street

City Hall

The City of Ottawa unveiled a loose plan for the future of Sparks Street Thursday, one that would see the pedestrian thoroughfare remain closed off

Canopy Growth acquires hemp company AgriNextUSA in a move to boost U.S. business

Ottawa

Canopy Growth Corp. has acquired AgriNextUSA in a move to boost its hemp business in the United States. Financial terms of the deal were not immediately

Seven common mistakes to avoid when leasing retail space

OBJ360 Sponsored, Ottawa

Preparing to open your first store is an exciting and huge accomplishment. But as you embark on finding the right space for your business, there

Toronto Wolfpack founder now looking to bring a rugby league team to Ottawa

Sports and Entertainment

Eric Perez is looking to ramp up the Battle of Ontario by bringing a pro rugby league team to Ottawa. Perez, who helped bring the

Who’s winning federal contracts in Ottawa-Gatineau?

Ottawa

Here’s a roundup of local firms winning federal government work from Mar. 11-14: Coradix Technology Consulting 500-222 Somerset St. Informatics professional services Buyer: DND $10,611,785

What’s in the 2019 federal budget for Ottawa?

Ottawa

The Liberal government’s final budget of its mandate puts a focus on getting municipal infrastructure projects off the ground, including a controversial plan for a

U.S. cannabinoid research firm sets up first global expansion in Ottawa

Ottawa

A Las Vegas-based cannabinoid company is putting down Ottawa roots in the hope of capitalizing on Canada’s less restrictive cannabis market. GB Sciences announced Tuesday

Who’s winning federal contracts in Ottawa-Gatineau?

Ottawa

Here’s a roundup of local firms winning federal government work from Mar. 4-8: DEW Engineering and Development 3429 Hawthorne Rd. Prefabricated and portable buildings Buyer: