The Annual Bootstrap Awards celebrate the achievements of self-capitalized businesses that have successfully grown with little to no external funding. These awards recognize the resilience, creativity, and determination of founders who have “bootstrapped” their ventures to commercial success. Presented by The Ottawa Network, the Bootstrap Awards honour early-stage companies across all industries, both for-profit and […]

Join the Ottawa Network for Education (ONFE) for the 2026 Spark Soirée, presented by TAAG. This fundraising evening brings together community leaders and supporters to raise funds for ONFE’s School Breakfast Program. The night features live entertainment, auctions, and a breakfast-inspired culinary experience. Tickets: www.sparksoiree.ca Contact: mmiller@onfe-rope.ca | 343-809-3405)

Phoenix Rising, presented by Dare to Be Vulnerable, takes place May 11 at the Brookstreet Hotel as part of Mental Health Awareness Week. This full-day experience brings together real, lived stories in the morning and practical mental health tools in the afternoon, creating space for honest conversation, reflection, and meaningful takeaways. Attendees can join on […]

Over the last 29 years, Evening in the Maritimes guests and sponsors have helped to raise funds to support people with disabilities in Ottawa. Support from event attendees, donors and sponsors empower people with disabilities to build lives of meaning and joy. This unique event is a sell-out every year bringing together hundreds of high-profile […]

Step into a dynamic, hands-on AI learning experience created exclusively for OBOT members – specifically designed for business leaders who want practical tools they can apply immediately, not abstract theory. This AI session features interactive Speed Learning Stations, each focused on a key business need aligned with real-world AI tools and applications. Participants are guided […]

The Ottawa Art Gallery’s signature Give to Get Art Auction returns on Thursday, May 21, 2026, in the stunning Alma Duncan Salon. For over 20 years, this celebrated fundraising event has brought the community together in support of local artists and OAG programming. Presented by TD, the evening features live music, interactive art experiences, and […]