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SUMMARY:Best Places to Work & DisruptHR Ottawa 2026
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the biggest HR event of the year in Ottawa! \nOttawa Business Journal and DisruptHR are coming together to celebrate the region’s top employers and pitch bold new ideas on the future of work. \nThe event starts with a networking cocktail\, followed by presentations to the top-20 Best Places to Work and several high-energy presentations from selected DisruptHR speakers. These five-minute pitches promise to challenge how you think about HR and what it can be. \nFollow DisruptHR Ottawa on LinkedIn for updates on selected speakers. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://obj.ca/event/best-places-to-work-disrupthr-ottawa-2026/
LOCATION:Algonquin Commons Theatre\, Robert C. Gillett Student Commons\, 1385 Woodroffe Ave\, Nepean\, K2G 1V8
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SUMMARY:Stepping Forward: A Toast to Fifteen Years of Style
DESCRIPTION:Dress for Success Ottawa’s signature event returns October 15\, 2026! \nStepping Forward: A Toast to Fifteen Years of Style is Dress for Success Ottawa’s signature fundraising gala\, an elevated evening where fashion\, philanthropy\, and celebration come together in support of women and gender non-conforming individuals pursuing economic independence. \nInspired by the glamour and creativity of fashion’s biggest nights\, Stepping Forward is Ottawa’s answer to the Met Gala: a bold\, stylish\, and high-energy celebration where personal style takes centre stage and every guest is part of the spectacle. \nAs Dress for Success Ottawa celebrates 15 years of impact\, this year’s event invites guests to raise a champagne toast to confidence\, community\, and the power of stepping forward. Guests can expect an unforgettable evening filled with elevated entertainment\, immersive experiences\, dancing\, fashion-forward moments\, and thoughtfully curated food and drink\, all in an atmosphere designed to make every attendee feel like an A-list guest from the moment they arrive. \nMore than just a party\, Stepping Forward is a celebration of progress\, empowerment\, and community impact\, with every ticket and toast helping support programs and services that change lives across the National Capital Region. \nHelp us ignite careers and transform futures! \nRegister now.
URL:https://obj.ca/event/stepping-forward-a-toast-to-fifteen-years-of-style/
LOCATION:Hellenic Event Centre\, 1315 Prince of Wales Drive\, Ottawa\, K2C 1N2
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SUMMARY:Best Ottawa Business Awards 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Ottawa’s most influential business leaders\, entrepreneurs\, executives\, and community champions for an unforgettable evening at the Best Ottawa Business Awards (BOBs) – the National Capital Region’s premier celebration of business excellence. \nPresented annually by the Ottawa Board of Trade and the Ottawa Business Journal\, the BOBs recognizes the organizations and leaders whose innovation\, leadership\, growth\, and community impact continue to shape the future of Ottawa’s business landscape. Throughout the evening\, more than 25 outstanding companies and distinguished business leaders will be honoured across a wide range of award categories\, including prestigious special recognitions such as CEO of the Year\, CFO of the Year\, Newsmaker of the Year\, and the Lifetime Achievement Award. \nMore than an awards ceremony\, the BOBs is one of Ottawa’s biggest celebrations of local business – bringing together hundreds of executives\, entrepreneurs\, and industry leaders for an evening of celebration\, inspiration\, and meaningful networking. Experience an elegant reception\, exceptional dining\, inspiring stories of local success\, and the opportunity to connect with the people and organizations driving Ottawa’s economy forward. \nWhether you’re celebrating your organization’s achievements\, expanding your professional network\, or simply looking to be inspired by the remarkable accomplishments of Ottawa’s business community\, this is the business event of the year you won’t want to miss. \nDo you know a business or leader that deserves to be recognized? Submit your nomination today and help shine a spotlight on Ottawa’s best: bestottawabusiness.ca
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LOCATION:The Westin Ottawa\, 1 Colonel By Dr\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 9H4\, Canada
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