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‘Bleisure’? ‘Lizness’? Business travel still not what it used to be in Eastern Ontario

While an expected rebound in business travel didn’t materialize this year, some communities in Eastern Ontario still see it as a growth area.

Home sales up year-over-year in August, but ‘further fluctuations’ expected: Ottawa Real Estate Board

Ottawa’s housing market picked up slightly in August compared with a year earlier, but the leader of...

Airline competition ramps up, setting stage for showdown and reducing (some) fares

Though Canadian flights have long been dominated by Air Canada and WestJet, the emergence of newer carriers including Flair Airlines and Lynx Air has shaken up the sector, injecting fresh competition to a once-complacent market.

Ottawa Tourism offers one-time ‘emergency’ funding for major festivals

As festivals and events in the city continue to recover from the pandemic, Ottawa Tourism has announced it will provide one-time emergency financial support.

Economists see Bank of Canada holding on rates after surprise GDP contraction

Economists say the latest GDP data from Statistics Canada showing a contraction in the economy suggests the Bank of Canada's rate hiking campaign may be coming to an end.

Online News Act could see Google, Meta pay combined $230 million to Canadian media

The federal government has put a price tag on how much it would like to see Google and Meta spend under an act requiring the tech giants to compensate media for news articles.

Westboro’s Cupcake Lounge bakes Pride into its desserts

Queer-owned bakery Westboro’s Cupcake Lounge want customers to feel like they are entering a safe and inclusive space. That's why they decided to start selling LGBTQ2S+ pride flag sugar cookies.

Martello’s sales slide continues as Kanata firm shifts to new flagship platform

Martello Technologies’ bumpy financial ride continued in the first quarter of fiscal 2024 as the Kanata-based company...

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.

Savour the City: Peruvian chef brings the flavours of his homeland to Elgin Street

At Raphaël Peruvian Cuisine on Elgin Street, chef Lizardo Becerra invites diners on an exploration of Peru’s rich culinary tradition with a series of bold, innovative dishes that will surprise and delight your palate. 

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