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Developer plans two new mixed-use buildings near Bayview LRT station

Region’s jobless rate drops to 6.2% in November, bucking national trend

The National Capital Region’s jobless rate was 6.2 per cent last month, down from 6.4 per cent in October, Statistics Canada said in its latest labour force survey.

Home sales and prices expected to be on the upswing in Ottawa in 2025, report says

Ottawa’s residential real estate market is expected to be on the upswing in 2025, according to Royal LePage’s market survey forecast for the year ahead. 

Feds continue support of Bronson Centre with total investment of $8M

The federal government is continuing its support of Ottawa’s Bronson Centre, with a total investment of more...

Local tourism operator parks his idea of winter bus tours due to unreliable weather

Unpredictable weather is making it more difficult than ever for local tourism operator Étienne Cameron to continue his winter offerings, he told OBJ Wednesday. 

Vera Etches named new president and CEO at CHEO

Vera Etches has been named the new president and CEO of the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario, replacing Alex Munter.

UPDATE: Province provides $20M for downtown revitalization, tourism in Ottawa

The Ontario government is advancing its “new deal” for Ottawa with a $20-million investment in tourism and downtown revitalization efforts over the next three years.

New Nokia campus will pave way for transformation of Kanata North, proponents say

Nokia’s plan to build nearly 600,000 square feet of new office, R&D and retail space on March...

Postal strike creates record-breaking weekend for Ottawa-based delivery service Trexity

At least one Ottawa business is reaping the benefits of the Canada Post strike. When OBJ spoke with...

Rideau St. not the place to be, says Steve’s Music Store manager as shop closes after 42 years

While a string of rough years is driving Steve’s Music Store away from Rideau Street after 42 years, manager Dan Sauvé said he’s optimistic that brighter days are ahead for the area.
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