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SUMMARY:Business After 5: Ottawa Board of Trade
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ottawa Board of Trade at our new office in downtown Ottawa! Don’t miss the October Business After 5 as we bring together business and community leaders for connection\, conversation\, and collaboration in our brand-new space. \nExperience the energy of a modern hub designed to support Ottawa’s thriving business community\, while expanding your network\, building new relationships\, and exploring fresh opportunities. Enjoy light refreshments\, connect with peers across industries\, and be inspired by the leaders shaping the future of our local economy. \nThis is more than an open house\, it’s a chance to see the next chapter of the Ottawa Board of Trade and to be part of the vibrant business network that drives our city forward.
URL:https://obj.ca/event/business-after-5-ottawa-board-of-trade/
LOCATION:Ottawa Board of Trade\, 275 Slater St\, Ottawa\, K1P 5H9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Business Events
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SUMMARY:Soirée Salus 2025
DESCRIPTION:Soirée Salus\, presented by TD\, is Ottawa Salus’s signature fundraising event—an unforgettable evening in celebration of supportive housing\, hope and the power of community. Hosted at the prestigious French Embassy Residence\, this one-of-a-kind event brings together community leaders\, Salus supporters\, and like-minded individuals who believe that everyone deserves a safe place to call home. \nEnjoy an evening of French-inspired food\, live music\, and exclusive live and silent auction items\, all in support of the people at the heart of our mission. Together\, we’ll celebrate stories of resilience\, recognize community champions\, and raise critical funds to support stable housing and integrated mental health services for those who need it most. \n✨New addition — This year’s program will also feature the debut of two special honours: \n🏆 Salus Community Champion Award\, awarded to Eli Tannis \nEli Tannis has transformed lives through his generosity\, advocacy\, and leadership\, including championing the creation of Karen’s Place\, a 42-unit supportive housing complex in memory of his beloved sister\, Karen Nesrallah. He continues to strengthen Salus through seasonal giving\, sponsorships\, and meaningful community engagement.\n\n🏆 Salus Changemaker Award\, awarded to McDonald Brothers Construction \nMcDonald Brothers Construction has advanced supportive housing with sustainable\, purpose-built projects for veterans\, at-risk youth\, and older adults with mental health challenges. Their industry leadership is matched by a strong community spirit\, giving back and strengthening Ottawa’s culture of care and collaboration. \n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re a long-time supporter or new to Salus\, we’d love for you to be part of this special evening. Every ticket purchased helps build a more inclusive\, healthier city—one person\, one home\, one connection at a time.
URL:https://obj.ca/event/soiree-salus-2025/
LOCATION:Embassy of France\, 42 Sussex Drive\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1M 1P5\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Mayor's Breakfast with General M.A.J. Carignan
DESCRIPTION: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 update from the Mayor\, and high-profile speakers addressing issues that are vital to our city\, province and country. Join us and stay informed on key issues impacting the prosperity of our city and get connected with Ottawa’s business community. \nAgenda:\n7:00 a.m. – Networking and Breakfast\n8:00 a.m. – Update from City Hall + Fireside Chat\n9:00 a.m. – Event Conclusion \nSpecial Guest: General M.A.J. Carignan\, Chief of the Defence Staff \nA graduate of the Royal Military College of Canada in Engineering\, General Jennie Carignan was commissioned into the Canadian Military Engineers in 1990. \nSince then\, she commanded two Combat Engineer Regiments\, Royal Military College Saint-Jean and the 2nd Canadian Division\, where she led more than 10\,000 soldiers and spearheaded crisis operations during the flood relief efforts in the spring of 2019 in Quebec. More recently\, she led NATO Mission Iraq from November 2019 to November 2020. General Carignan participated in three previous expeditionary operations in Bosnia-Herzegovina\, the Golan Heights\, and Afghanistan. From 2021 to 2024\, General Carignan was appointed Chief of Professional Conduct and Culture. \nAlong the way\, General Carignan earned a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Université Laval and a second Master’s degree from the United States Army Command and General Staff College and the School of Advanced Military Studies. She is also a graduate of the National Security Studies Programme from Canadian Forces College in Toronto and the recipient of an honorary doctorate from Huntington University. \nGeneral Carignan has been invested as Commander of the Order of Military Merit and is the recipient of the Meritorious Service Medal and the Meritorious Service Cross. She received the prestigious Gloire de l’Escolle medal which recognizes graduates from Université Laval who have distinguished themselves professionally and in service to their communities. She was recently awarded an honorary doctorate in Business Administration from Université Laval. \nGeneral Carignan was promoted to her current rank in July 2024 and appointed as Chief of the Defence Staff. \nGeneral Carignan is married and is the mother of four children\, two of whom proudly serve in the Canadian Armed Forces.
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LOCATION:Ottawa City Hall\, 110 Laurier Ave\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 1J1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:2025 Eastern Ontario Housing Summit
DESCRIPTION:People are moving to Eastern Ontario\, and we need to be ready. \nOver the next 25 years\, Eastern Ontario is projected to experience the fastest population growth in the province. \nSpanning from Peterborough to Ottawa\, and from Algonquin Provincial Park to the Seaway Valley\, the region is expected to grow by 35.2% by 2051 – outpacing even the GTA (22%). \nThe 2025 Eastern Ontario Housing Summit will explore how to meet this rising demand\, even in a challenging market\, and ensure a sufficient housing supply for residents today and tomorrow. \nThe Ontario Home Builders’ Association Eastern Ontario Regional Group consists of 7 HBAs – Cornwall\, Haliburton County\, Kingston-Frontenac\, Lanark-Leeds\, Greater Ottawa\, Peterborough and the Kawarthas\, and Quinte. These HBAs are home to over 800 firms in the residential construction and professional renovation industry. \nLast year’s Summit welcomed 325+ attendees from 35+ municipalities across the region – and we hope to see you again this year!
URL:https://obj.ca/event/2025-eastern-ontario-housing-summit/
LOCATION:Ottawa Conference & Event Centre\, 200 Coventry Rd\, Ottawa\, K1K 4C3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Business Events
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SUMMARY:Best Places to Work 2025: Career and Training Expo
DESCRIPTION:Here comes the biggest and best career and training expo in Ottawa and Eastern Ontario\nThis is a one-stop resource to take your career to the next level. \nMeet dozens of the region’s Best Places to Work and hear from experts about hiring trends\, the local job market\, the future of work and what makes Ottawa and Eastern Ontario the best region in Canada to work\, live and play. \nAttendance is free with advance registration. \n2025 EXPO INFO\n\nTuesday\, October 7\, 2025\nRogers Centre (55 Colonel By Drive)\, third floor in Canada Hall 2\nDoors open at 1130 am\nDoors close at 600 pm\n75+ exhibitors\nProfessional headshots (free\, but limited)\n\nWHY ATTEND?\n\nMeet face-to-face with employers from technology\, homebuilding\, manufacturing\, professional services\, public sector and more!\nExplore education and training opportunities with all of Ottawa’s universities and colleges\nMain stage presentations on career trends and the future of work\n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://obj.ca/event/best-places-to-work-2025-career-and-training-expo/
LOCATION:Rogers Centre Ottawa\, 55 Colonel By Drive\, Ottawa\, K1N 9J2
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SUMMARY:Best Places to Work 2025: Employer Summit
DESCRIPTION:Never before have business executives\, managers and HR professionals faced so many talent challenges. Workforces are being disrupted by a convergence of powerful forces. \nHybrid and remote workplaces caused by the pandemic continue\, seemingly without end. \nOngoing economic uncertainty makes staffing levels precarious. \nThe arrival of artificial intelligence promises to forever change the nature of work. \nHow are business executives\, managers and HR professionals supposed to react to these monumental changes? \nHere are three strategies: \n\nbuild your culture to increase employee engagement\nharness new technology to your boost productivity\nfoster resilience to prepare for continued disruption\n\nThose strategies are at the core of the Best Places to Work Employer Summit 2025. \nRegister your team for an entire day devoted to exploring solutions to these challenges. Hear from award-winning Best Places to Work leaders and crossfunctional experts\, engage in discussions with other local organizations and plan for the “Next Era of Work.” \nIf your people are your organization’s most important asset\, invest a day devoted to their future. \nBONUS: Register now for the Employer Summit and get complimentary tickets to DistruptHR. See link for more details. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://obj.ca/event/the-next-era-of-work-build-culture-boost-productivity-foster-resilience/
LOCATION:Rogers Centre Ottawa\, 55 Colonel By Drive\, Ottawa\, K1N 9J2
CATEGORIES:OBJ Events
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SUMMARY:Databells Experience: An immersive art installation
DESCRIPTION:Databells is an immersive experience featuring a quirky and eclectic collection of reclaimed bells (from cowbells\, to jingle bells\, to doorbells\, to giant bells)\, all interconnected via sophisticated software which makes each bell chime in time to a large variety of statistics. Bells might ring when: “a star is born in our galaxy”\, “someone dies due to smoking”\, “a ship passes through the Suez canal”\, “an Amazon package is delivered”\, “Someone in this room just farted”\, and so on. This conceptual art piece gently guides the experiencer through a winding path of custom wood tables\, all arranged in an experiential statistical symphony.\n\nThis special exhibition experience is the first public showcasing of the Databells art installation by Rich Loen. As an immersive experience\, it dares to promise intrigue\, wonder\, whimsy\, and a sense of discoverability for you to explore.\n\nVisits must be scheduled through Eventbrite\, and will time slots are available from 10am-3pm (Thursday to Sunday) from September 25th to October 17th.\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://obj.ca/event/databells-experience-an-immersive-art-installation/
LOCATION:Salon Des Bananes\, 2207 Carling Ave\, Ottawa\, K2B 7E9
CATEGORIES:Community Business Events
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