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Mayor’s business delegation heads off to China, Thailand

Mayor Jim Watson and a delegation of 15 local business leaders arrive in Beijing Monday on a...

Opinion: Striking a blow for seniors: financial institutions will admit their mistakes – if you take them to task

Two recent unpleasant experiences – one with a bank, the other with a credit card issuer –...

City’s draft budget calls for two per cent tax hike, 50 jobs cut

City council tabled a draft budget Thursday that would see a two per cent residential property tax...

Planning committee green-lights Slater Street tower

Despite some concerns about available green space and the type of retail that may move in, the...

City gets $34.3 million from provincial gas tax program

The City of Ottawa’s light rail project got a provincial shot in the arm Monday, as the...

Don’t let that grey power go to waste

The first wave of baby boomers has already retired, with more to follow. With them, they’re taking...

FIFA Women’s World Cup a money maker for city

The 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup pumped $28.6 million into the local economy, the Canadian Sport Tourism...

Mizrahi development on Wellington Street gets planning committee stamp of approval

Construction of a controversial Wellington Street condominium could begin in 2017, now that the city’s planning committee...

Mayor to lead economic development mission to China, Thailand

Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson will be adding to his frequent flyer points when he leads an economic...

Council settles development charges appeals

City council has managed to avoid an Ontario Municipal Board hearing by settling appeals with several parties...
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