


Infrastructure, labour and trade top federal election issues for Eastern Ontario biz
With rising operational costs, labour shortages and an unpredictable trade environment, business owners across Eastern Ontario are seeking clear policy commitments as the country heads

Francophone business leaders recognized at annual gala
Eleven local francophone business leaders were celebrated yesterday at the 2023 Emerald Gala.

Business groups call on feds to bring public sector employees back to the office
In a letter with 33 signatories, business leaders argue that some governments are lagging in their plans to bring public-sector employees back to the office.

Opinions divided on governments’ COVID-19 response performance
There’s been frustrations with the federal government around vaccine expectations, and with the provincial government over its mixed messages surrounding public health restrictions.

UPDATED: Province boosts capacity limits at restaurants and bars to 50%
Eatery owners argued the 10-customer, one-size-fits-all cap was unfair to owners of larger establishments.

Bilingual businesses make their mark on Ottawa’s economy
As a bilingual city, businesses in Canada’s capital have a unique opportunity to broaden their customer base by offering their services in both official languages.

Bilingualism pays off for Ottawa businesses
One of the region’s leading business organizations is helping local retailers and service providers speak to a new pool of customers in the National Capital

Ottawa business leaders urge feds, province to provide more aid for hard-hit local sectors
A group of Ottawa business organizations is calling for more government aid for tech, tourism and other sectors that have been dramatically affected by measures
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