Hard-hit Ottawa small businesses to get federal funding, marketing support
Bank Street, Preston Street, Somerset Chinatown, Sparks Street and Vanier BIAs have been chosen to participate in program aimed at revitalizing mainstreet retailers.
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Ottawa BIA coalition calls for HST holiday for hard-hit restaurant industry
Organization says already-thin profit margins in the beleaguered sector have been stretched to the breaking point during the pandemic.
Marketing Ottawa’s music industry amid COVID-19
Industry group’s new boss has a daunting task ahead: sustaining an industry that makes its money from people congregating in large groups when such gatherings
Businesses bet on Vanier’s future as Montreal Road revitalization breaks ground
As the $50M overhaul of Montreal Road gets underway, business leaders are looking ahead at how the major revitalization project can attract new businesses, shoppers
Former Vanier BIA director among candidates for Rideau-Rockcliffe byelection
Several candidates officially put their names forward on Wednesday to replace outgoing Rideau-Rockcliffe Coun. Tobi Nussbaum on the same day city council announced a byelection for
Nathalie Carrier named new Vanier BIA executive director
After helping to draw large crowds downtown this summer to Ottawa 2017 celebrations, Nathalie Carrier’s next job is to entice visitors and residents alike to
What to look for when selecting a space for your business
Before walking into the building, take a look the surroundings. Where will customers and employees park? How far is the closest bus stop? How frequent
How to select the right location for your business
Most entrepreneurs start developing business plans, prototyping a product or selling services from a home office or even a coffee shop. Many firms will eventually
How to calculate your business space needs and budget
Moving into a proper office, storefront or studio is a major milestone for many entrepreneurs and business owners. But some basic questions can be a
Are you ready for your own business space?
Ottawa is one of the top cities in Canada to launch, expand and grow a business. A stable economy, well-educated population and network of supportive
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