The world is facing unprecedented disruption as escalating trade tensions reshape global supply chains and rapid advances in AI redefine how businesses operate and compete. Amid this dual upheaval, a new era of innovation is emerging. Canadian entrepreneurs are responding with agility by navigating trade uncertainty with the U.S., forging new partnerships and markets, and […]

Mark your calendars! eSAX, a cornerstone of Ottawa’s vibrant entrepreneurial small business community since 2012, is back on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, from 5 PM to 10 PM at the beautiful Horticulture Building at Lansdowne Park (1525 Princess Patricia Way, Ottawa, Ontario K1S 3W7). Going to be one of the largest tradeshows of the year […]

Join Women United on November 13th for the sixth edition of Disruptive Dialogue, a half-day experience designed to challenge the status quo and elevate real-world women’s leadership across corporate, community, and grassroots sectors. This year’s event explores the question: What does investing in women’s leadership look like? Why Attend? Be inspired by leaders driving local change Engage in high-impact networking […]

Join us for the 2025 Bears' Den Pitch Event , where visionary founders pitch their groundbreaking health care startups to potential investors. This event is hosted by the CHEO Research Institute's Core Innovation, whose purpose is to unlock innovation’s potential to improve health and health care. Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs in the innovative ecosystem of […]

The Snowsuit Fund's 6th annual Dinner Party in a Box is back and celebrates all things Canadian. The dining experience is once again curated by Beckta and brings a sumptuous, chef-prepared meal for two right to your home. Along with your meal, each Dinner Party in a Box includes: cocktails from Dunrobin Distilleries, beer from […]

Christmas cheer helps make the holiday season a little brighter for those who need a helping hand. The initiative began in 1951 (celebrating 75 years in 2026) and has since grown, garnering support from numerous local organizations and celebrities. Established in 2007, the Christmas Cheer foundation has long been cherished in the Ottawa community. The […]

This holiday season, Isaruit Inuit Arts Christmas Market invites residents and visitors to a vibrant showcase of authentic Inuit arts, crafts and jewelry on December 13, 2025. Inspired by Montreal’s record-breaking Indigenous Winter Market, this event will feature 15+ Inuit artists and creators from across Canada, providing direct connections between creators and buyers and ensuring […]

A hands-on workshop for non-technical founders to turn user conversations into clear hypotheses, validated use cases, and simple prototypes. This workshop is for founders who are already in motion. You have an idea, you have started talking to customers, and now you need to test it properly, refine it, and show something real to early […]

Join us as we celebrate Black innovators, founders, entrepreneurs and businesses building Canada's economy and community today and tomorrow. Together, we look forward to celebrating current and aspiring Black innovators, entrepreneurs, and businesses whose leadership and creativity is helping to build Canada’s future by driving economic growth, enriching our communities, and enhancing quality of life across our country.

The Self-Made Breakfast Tour, presented by PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise Canada, is an event series designed to empower entrepreneurs by providing access to expert insights, funding opportunities, and social capital. Thank you to our partner Invest Ottawa for letting us host this event at the Baview! The #selfmadebreakfasttour is a national event series & award-winning […]

SnowBall: A Cool Winter’s Eve is an all-inclusive and luxurious cocktail party. Guests will wander through a series of unique and immersive experiences at 50 Sussex, each featuring stunning décor, chef stations, bars, DJs or live music, auctions, a photo booth, and other experiential surprises. Indulge in chef stations from Barrio, Beckta, Raphaël Peruvian Cuisine, […]