BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Ottawa Business Journal - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://obj.ca
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ottawa Business Journal
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Toronto
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260408T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260408T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T112144
CREATED:20260309T162148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T162148Z
UID:10001228-1775631600-1775685600@obj.ca
SUMMARY:eXclusive eXperience – April 8\, 2026
DESCRIPTION: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 belong in a different room. eSAX eXclusive eXperience was created with you in mind. \nWhen accomplished leaders are given the space to connect with intention\, exceptional outcomes follow. When influential leaders gather in an environment designed for connection – refined\, relaxed\, and intentional – trust is established and opportunities naturally emerge. \nBe part of an eXclusive opportunity to leverage Ottawa’s leading networking eXperience for business executives and community leaders.\nThis is not about visibility. It’s about access. \n👉 Ottawa’s most refined networking experience for leaders who expect more. \neXclusive eXperience is networking\, elevated. \nRe: eXclusive eXperience – Wednesday\, April 8\, 2026 (7:00 – 10:00pm)\nLocation: Al’s Steakhouse (327 Elgin Street\, Ottawa K2P 1M5)\nRegister now: https://eSAX.ca/eXclusive \neXclusive eXperience is a curated monthly event designed for senior-level executives and high-performing entrepreneurs who understand that proximity to the right people accelerates success. \nDistinct from large-scale networking or tradeshow environments like the yearly eSAX entrepreneur networking tradeshow\, these gatherings attract a select\, elevated demographic – decision makers with influence\, vision\, and the capacity to act. \nHeld on the second Wednesday of every month at carefully selected\, upscale venues across the city\, each experience is strictly limited to 12 participants – ensuring discretion\, depth\, and measurable value. \nhttps://eSAX.ca/eXclusive
URL:https://obj.ca/event/exclusive-experience-april-8-2026/
LOCATION:Al’s Steakhouse\, 327 Elgin Street\, Ottawa\, K2P 1M5
CATEGORIES:Community Business Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://assets.obj.ca/2025/12/KkFwcQ86-4-8-2026-Graphic.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jarrod Goldsmith":MAILTO:info@esax.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T112144
CREATED:20260331T132320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T132320Z
UID:10001270-1776189600-1776200400@obj.ca
SUMMARY:Founders Dinner Ottawa
DESCRIPTION:Founders Dinner in Ottawa – Tuesday\, April 14th \nConnect with Founders Who Get It\nJoin us for real conversations and real growth. \nThis evening is designed to bring together a curated group of founders to share real stories\, connect meaningfully\, and discuss what’s happening in our businesses and industries right now. We’ll kick things off with a seated dinner and flow into an open discussion around growth\, challenges\, and opportunity. \nWho It’s For\n​✅ Company founders\, exited founders\, VCs and similar\n​✅ Actively building or scaling something ambitious\n​✅ Down to skip the small talk and have real conversations\n​\nWe’re curating a diverse room across industries\, stages\, and experiences — apply and tell us why you should be in the room. \nTo apply to join us\, sign up here – https://www.graemebarlow.com/foundersdinners
URL:https://obj.ca/event/founders-dinner-ottawa/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Community Business Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://assets.obj.ca/2026/03/BV3E6Nl0-Founders-Dinner-Ottawa-Apr-14-2026-e1774963373289.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="FounderLink":MAILTO:barlowcoaching@acclivity.agency
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T112144
CREATED:20260326T162112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T162112Z
UID:10001267-1776272400-1776279600@obj.ca
SUMMARY:Kinnect Ottawa: Healthy Minds\, Stronger Family Firms
DESCRIPTION:Open to Guests & all FEC Members — Join us in Ottawa! \nPlease join our growing community in Ottawa for a dynamic ‘Kinnect’ event focused on strengthening both people and performance within a family enterprise. This interactive gathering brings together family business leaders\, next-generation members and trusted professionals to explore how healthy\, resilient minds contribute to stronger family firms and enduring success. \nFacilitated by Dr. Liz Tetzlaff\, this session moves beyond theory to deliver practical\, real-world insight. Together\, we will examine the unique pressures facing multigenerational families and explore strategies to enhance personal resilience\, strengthen family dynamics and sustain effective leadership across generations. When individuals thrive\, family enterprises flourish! \nPlease note: This is a relationship-building event focused on peer connections and learning. No solicitation or selling of services is permitted\, particularly for any advisors attending the event. \nRegister now.
URL:https://obj.ca/event/kinnect-ottawa-healthy-minds-stronger-family-firms/
LOCATION:Rideau Club\, 99 Bank St\, 15th floor\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Business Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://assets.obj.ca/2026/03/HKzzZecD-Image.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T112144
CREATED:20260402T143106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T143106Z
UID:10001276-1776276000-1776286800@obj.ca
SUMMARY:Y Embassy Chef Showcase
DESCRIPTION: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 in the spirit of friendly competition\, cultural diversity\, and inclusion. Guests will sample authentic and unique chef-crafted signature dishes and vote on their favourites. The event creates a vibrant\, high-energy atmosphere where diplomats\, business leaders\, and community members connect. \n100% of the proceeds raised by the Y Embassy Chef Showcase will be put to work helping those who need it most within the National Capital Region. Your support helps our Y continue to provide vital programs and services to the families and children in our community who rely on them. \nTickets are $125 and include unlimited food and beverage from all participating embassies and a $50 charitable tax receipt. Purchase your ticket at ymcaottawa.ca — this event sells out quickly\, so don’t miss your chance to experience this year’s Y Embassy Chef Showcase! \nGet your tickets now.
URL:https://obj.ca/event/y-embassy-chef-showcase/
LOCATION:Horticulture Building\, 1525 Princess Patricia Way\, Ottawa\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Business Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://assets.obj.ca/2026/04/Y-Embassy-Chef-Showcase-1920X1080.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260417T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T112144
CREATED:20260310T164906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T164906Z
UID:10001254-1776448800-1776459600@obj.ca
SUMMARY:Fashion for Futures
DESCRIPTION: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 fashion with Fashion for Futures Ottawa on Friday\, April 17th. It’s slow fashion\, with a fast fashion feel! \nThis one-of-a-kind Fashion Show will feature some of Ottawa’s most fashionable celebrities from diverse communities\, with business\, political\, influencer\, and media backgrounds\, for a thrifted fashion show powered by BBBSO’s Social Enterprise\, Thrive Select Thrift! All proceeds will be going towards providing life-changing support for youth in our community. \nAll funds raised from the Fashion for Futures Ottawa will go directly to creating mentorship matches in Ottawa and Renfrew County.
URL:https://obj.ca/event/fashion-for-futures/
LOCATION:Canadian Museum of Nature\, 240 McLeod St\, Ottawa\, K2P 2R1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Business Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://assets.obj.ca/2026/03/2LGJEQ9V-BBBSO_FFF_FB_Cover.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Big Brothers Big Sisters Ottawa":MAILTO:ryan.forsyth@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T090000
DTSTAMP:20260404T112145
CREATED:20260324T161209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T161209Z
UID:10001260-1776754800-1776762000@obj.ca
SUMMARY:Mayor's Breakfast with the Hon. Prabmeet Singh Sarkaria
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: Hon. Prabmeet Singh Sarkaria\, Minister of Transportation \nPrabmeet Sarkaria is the Minister of Transportation and Member of Provincial Parliament for Brampton South. \nHe has served as the Member of Provincial Parliament for Brampton South since his election in 2018 and has held several key positions in the Ontario government\, including Minister of Transportation\, President of the Treasury Board\, and Associate Minister of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction. \nBefore his political career\, Prabmeet worked as a corporate and commercial associate at Miller Thomson LLP. He holds a law degree from the University of Windsor and a Bachelor of Business Administration from Wilfrid Laurier University\, where he majored in Finance. Prior to practicing law\, he worked at TD Securities. \nPassionate about community service\, Prabmeet has been an active volunteer\, serving on the City of Brampton’s Property Standards Committee and the Board of Directors for Hockey for Humanity and KarmaGrow. He is also an avid sports fan who enjoys playing and watching hockey\, basketball\, baseball\, and football. \nPrabmeet lives in Brampton\, Ontario\, with his wife\, Sarpreet\, and their three children.
URL:https://obj.ca/event/mayors-breakfast-with-the-hon-prabmeet-singh-sarkaria/
LOCATION:Ottawa City Hall\, 110 Laurier Ave\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 1J1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Business Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://assets.obj.ca/2026/03/OVSl2GAx-Mayors-Breakfast_PRABMEET-SINGH_-1600x900-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T112145
CREATED:20260402T141334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T141334Z
UID:10001277-1777361400-1777399200@obj.ca
SUMMARY:2026 City Building Summit - Capital 200: Owning Our Future
DESCRIPTION:The City Building Summit is Ottawa’s premier forum for shaping the future of Canada’s Capital Region. This full-day event brings together city builders\, policy makers\, business leaders\, and community advocates for an inclusive and forward-looking conversation about the opportunities and challenges that will define our next century. \nThe 2026 City Building Summit pushes past short-term thinking to explore bold questions about Ottawa’s growth\, resilience\, and global competitiveness. Are we building fast enough to meet the demands of the next economy? How can we harness AI\, talent\, and productivity to drive inclusive prosperity and strengthen our position among the world’s most innovative capitals? \nThrough dynamic discussions and case studies\, we’ll explore lessons from other global cities and tackle imperative themes such as defence and sovereign innovation\, energy systems capable of powering the next 200 years\, and growth priorities for 2026–2030. Together\, we’ll consider what it takes to sustain both the pace and quality of growth – balancing ambition with stewardship\, technology with humanity\, and innovation with equity. \nThis is your opportunity to make your voice heard\, contribute to transformative dialogue\, and help define the vision for an Ottawa that leads with purpose\, resilience\, and imagination. Together\, we are building a stronger\, smarter Capital that thrives today and for generations to come. \nWho Should Attend: \nCity Builders: Developers\, architects\, urban planners\, and investors.\nPolicymakers: Government officials and public sector leaders.\nBusiness Leaders: Entrepreneurs and executives from various industries.\nCommunity Advocates: Residents and activists interested in shaping Ottawa’s future. \nAgenda*: \n7:30 a.m. – Registration and Networking\n8:30 a.m. – General Sessions Begin\n4:00 p.m. – Closing Remarks\n4:10 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. – Cocktail and Networking\n*Agenda subject to change \nRegister now.
URL:https://obj.ca/event/2026-city-building-summit-capital-200-owning-our-future/
LOCATION:Rogers Centre Ottawa\, 55 Colonel By Drive\, Ottawa\, K1N 9J2
CATEGORIES:OBJ Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://assets.obj.ca/2026/04/City-Building-Summit-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR