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Retailers showing ‘renewed interest’ in downtown core, real estate veteran says

A new analysis of Ottawa’s commercial real estate market says the retail sector is gaining momentum as...

From hiding in a bathroom to leaving a legacy, Catherine Mensour reflects on 40 years in the talent biz

Catherine Mensour has never worked as an actor, but the local businesswoman sure felt like one when she opened her talent agency in Ottawa nearly 40 years ago.

KRP Properties converting Kanata North office tower to residential units

KRP Properties plans to convert a 10-storey office building near the Brookstreet Hotel into a residential complex...

My Ottawa: Stephen Beckta’s taste for local restos and why he misses Harley Finkelstein

In this instalment of My Ottawa, Stephen Beckta lets us in on his favourite places to eat (not including his own establishments), his go-to skiing spot and his “eclectic” choice in musicians.

More investors ‘kicking the tires’ in Ottawa’s office market, veteran broker says

A leading commercial real estate broker says Ottawa’s investment market is gradually gaining steam after a dismal...

Ten years of construction? We’re (mostly) ready, downtown businesses say

With a decade of construction ahead in a downtown core struggling to come back to life, business officials are cautiously optimistic they’re equipped to handle whatever comes their way.

Former Oiler-turned-entrepreneur Slater Koekkoek loving ex-teammates’ Cup run

While the Edmonton Oilers bandwagon is filling up with Canadians from coast to coast, Slater Koekkoek has...

Lansdowne, downtown arena, among long list of city priorities, survey of business leaders shows

Members of Ottawa’s business community are in full support of the redevelopment of the downtown core, including the renovation of Lansdowne Park and the construction of a new hockey arena in the core.

Carlingwood Shopping Centre sold as new owners eye residential development for 30-acre site

Carlingwood Shopping Centre has been sold to a pair of real estate firms that plan to launch...

Local event venues to reduce food waste by redistributing surplus to community partners

Eight Ottawa hospitality organizations will be taking part in a new program to cut down waste by diverting surplus food to community organizations that help those in need. 

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