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Return of live shows after COVID closures revived performing arts industry: StatCan

A new report from Statistics Canada says the return of live shows and events after pandemic restrictions revived the country's performing arts industry in 2022, with significant revenue and salary growth in specific sectors.

Winning strategy? Tourism industry hopes sporting events can be a game-changer

Attracting marquee sporting competitions such as rugby's Pacific Four Series is the primary goal of the “bid more, win more, host more” strategy, a joint effort between Ottawa Tourism and the City of Ottawa to promote the capital as a world-class event-hosting destination.

Ottawa to host world junior hockey championship for first time in 16 years

The world junior hockey championship is returning to the nation's capital: Hockey Canada has announced that Ottawa will host the tournament from Dec. 26, 2024 to Jan. 5, 2025.

An NHL rink in the heart of downtown Ottawa? Supporters say it’s an idea worth looking at

With the Ottawa Senators’ ownership situation seemingly now settled, speculation is turning to where the team’s next home rink might be located – and the concept of building a new arena in the heart of downtown is gaining steam.

New Senators’ ownership group’s strong local flavour bodes well for franchise, observers say

A group led by Toronto-based businessman Michael Andlauer has reached an agreement in principle to purchase the NHL's Ottawa Senators for close to US$1 billion.

Canadian Olympic sprinter Donovan Bailey joins Neko Sparks bid to buy Senators

Former Canadian Olympic sprinter Donovan Bailey is joining the bid led by Los Angeles-based producer Neko Sparks to buy the NHL's Ottawa Senators, the 55-year-old announced on Twitter.

Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nation endorses Sparks’ bid for Ottawa Senators

A Quebec First Nation community has confirmed it is endorsing one of the bidders involved in the sale of the Ottawa Senators.

Celebrity bidding war for Ottawa Senators could be a boon for the franchise: experts

The celebrity faceoff for minority ownership of the Ottawa Senators could lift the team's profile and give stars a safe way to park their money, experts say.

Ottawa firm hired to bring ‘Canadian component’ to L.A. producer, Snoop Dogg’s bid for Senators

An Ottawa-based professional services firm is helping entertainment moguls Snoop Dogg and Neko Sparks find Canadian investors for their consortium that’s attempting to buy the Ottawa Senators.

SoPa organizer says downtown revival is coming — and Sparks Street could be its ‘crown jewel’

With union members still out on picket lines in full force, Bar Robo owner Scott May says he’s currently enjoying “far and away” the busiest week at his downtown coffee, cocktail and live music venue since the pandemic began more than three years ago.

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