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SUMMARY:Webinar: Employee Retention that Actually Works
DESCRIPTION:Join Michael Curran\, president of OBJ\, for a candid conversation with Jeff Walker\, CEO of CAA North and East Ontario\, on how small and medium-sized businesses can keep great people by making benefits usable\, visible\, and simple to run. \nCAANEO is officially a Best Places to Work as designated by Human Resources Director Magazine\, based on a review of programs\, processes\, and employee feedback. \nGreat workplaces also need great leadership. Jeff is an Excellence Awardee for Canadian HR Champion CEO. In this session\, Jeff shares what is working inside CAANEO and how any employer can apply the same playbook. \nYou will learn: \n\nWhy turnover breaks momentum in lean teams\nHow to create weekly wins with practical employee memberships that staff actually use\nHow to pair those with a right sized group benefits plan that signals stability to candidates and employees\n\nJeff will then bring on Andrew Blanchard of Sterling Brokers to cover: \n\nWhat to buy first\nWhat to add later\nHow to avoid renewal surprises with light quarterly reviews\n\nExpect plain language\, concrete examples\, and takeaways you can implement this month. \nWho should attend: Owners\, operators\, and people leaders who want a clear and proven path to higher retention\, happier teams\, and smarter benefits spend. \nREGISTER NOW
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SUMMARY:Identity\, Responsibility\, and Risk: How AI is Changing the Field of Training and Certification
DESCRIPTION:​Tech Thursday is a weekly event series that connects the boldest builders in Canadian tech—from founders and engineers to investors and policymakers. It’s like a live\, in-person podcast meets high-impact networking\, designed to spark meaningful collisions\, share actionable insights\, and grow the ecosystem city by city\, coast to coast. Every week we host a panel in Ottawa\, always on a different area of the tech and innovation space. \nTech Thursday is thrilled to host a conversation on “How AI is changing the field of Training and Certifications”. \n​​AI has already changed the world of certifications. Already\, Phoebe the Pug\, a 9-year-old canine\, is approved to sell alcohol in Ontario\, and has passed a defensive driving course through the Alberta Motor Association. How is AI changing how the government and universities test? And how will AI continue to change the landscape? These are questions we’ll cover in this weeks Tech Thursday. \nOur speakers are: \n​Robert Day\, Technical Development and CEO at Cognisense \n​Farbod Karimi\, Former Acting Dean at Algonquin College \nWendy Wagner\, Partner at Gowling WLG
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LOCATION:Armada Lounge\, 23 York St\, Ottawa\, K1N 5S7
CATEGORIES:Community Business Events
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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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