
Feds pushing for procurement to support female entrepreneurs
The Liberal government is thinking about using its massive purchasing power to support women in business. “Inclusive federal procurement is a potential avenue through which

Feds pushing for procurement to support female entrepreneurs
The Liberal government is thinking about using its massive purchasing power to support women in business. “Inclusive federal procurement is a potential avenue through which

Five Canadian business stories to watch this week
Inside the banks: Royal Bank will kick off the latest earnings season for the Big Five Canadian banks on Wednesday, followed by CIBC on Thursday.

Carleton Place pot firm RockGarden prepares for first crop
An aspiring marijuana grower an hour west of Ottawa says it expects to receive Health Canada approval to plant its inaugural crop within the next

Invest Ottawa survey provides peek at new economic development priorities
A survey sent to members of Ottawa’s business community offers a glimpse at some of the fresh directions Invest Ottawa is considering under its new

Ottawa’s InterRent REIT buys $14.2M stake in Bayview Station high-rise development
A major Ottawa real estate investor has purchased a stake in a proposed three-tower mixed-use development at the intersection of the Trillium and Confederation light-rail

Shopify CEO Tobi Lütke tops Snap, Dropbox CEOs on Fortune 40 Under 40 list
Fortune’s annual 40 under 40 rankings of the “most influential young people in business” features a familiar face: Shopify CEO Tobi Lütke made the exclusive

Ottawa-Gatineau inflation rate flat at 1% in July
Consumers in the National Capital Region caught a modest break last month as local prices for household goods and services climbed at a slower rate

Walmart says it has gained market share in Canada
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. says its Canadian stores gained market share against rivals during its fiscal second quarter. “We further improved our price position against competitors,

Demand eclipses supply for protective glasses for safe solar eclipse viewing
Ali Van Orman is still looking for specialized glasses to protect her family’s eyes during Monday’s solar eclipse because she never counted on demand totally

Colonnade Bridgeport looks to add more retail amenities on vacant Kanata North land
Local Ciena and BlackBerry QNX employees could see several retail stores appear outside their office if city councillors give the green light to a development
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