Is your business currently exporting, or thinking about entering global markets?

Join the Ottawa Board of Trade for an exclusive members-only webinar about the CanExport SMEs program, which offers competitive funding to eligible Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises with meaningful economic ties to Canada, the capacity to grow internationally, and a clear plan to export Canadian goods and services.

Growth at the highest level is driven by relationships, not transactions. If traditional Ottawa networking no longer delivers meaningful results – and your business operates at a higher level, you […]

Founders Dinner in Ottawa – Tuesday, April 14th Connect with Founders Who Get It Join us for real conversations and real growth. This evening is designed to bring together a […]

Open to Guests & all FEC Members — Join us in Ottawa! Please join our growing community in Ottawa for a dynamic 'Kinnect' event focused on strengthening both people and […]

The Y Embassy Chef Showcase is the culinary event that could only be held in Canada’s Capital! Enjoy authentic dishes and beverages created by talented chefs from around the world […]

For the first time, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ottawa will bring the Ottawa community to the Canadian Museum of Nature’s Rotunda for a night of networking & slow, sustainable […]

The Mayor's Breakfast is one of our most popular events, bringing together the region's top business, community, and political leaders. This monthly event features valuable networking opportunities, a City Hall […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]