Ottawa

UPDATED: Bank of Canada raises key interest rate by 0.75%, says rates likely need to go higher

The Bank of Canada raised its key interest rate by three-quarters of a percentage point Wednesday and signalled this won’t be the last increase as

Bright Side of Business: Prezdential gives marginalized youth a new, confident voice

Ottawa

A former pro basketball player has launched Prezdential Youth Media (PYM) and created opportunities for youth to sharpen their skills in content creation, journalism and

Cannabis retailer Superette granted court protection from creditors

Ottawa

In an order made by the Ontario Superior Court on Aug. 30, cannabis retailer Superette Inc. has been granted court protection from creditors under the

Remote work debate intensifies as companies mandate return to office after Labour Day

Canada & World

A return-to-office showdown is pitting some bosses and workers against each other as the back-to-school season brings with it a renewed push to get employees

BoC expected to raise interest rate for fifth time at pivotal moment for economy

Canada & World

Inflation appears to have peaked, but it’s still running hot, and a supersized rate hike from the Bank of Canada next week is widely expected.

Full steam ahead for downtown Ottawa task force

Ottawa

One month in, the Downtown Ottawa Revitalization Task Force is diving headfirst into its three-month plan for bringing life back to the downtown core.

Ottawa Heart Institute Foundation kickstarts day with JUMP IN for Women’s Heart Health

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, said Lianne Laing at Thursday morning’s launch of JUMP IN for Women’s Heart Health.

Virtual work has adverse effects on young employees, HR expert suggests

Ottawa

Human resources consultant Karen Brownrigg argues that the lack of in-person contact may end up harming a young person’s career if not properly managed.

Recession will drive employees back to the office, HR exec argues

Ottawa

The rising risk of a recession could give bosses the leverage they need to get their remote workforce back into the office, says the head

Look who’s back in business: Coconut Lagoon

More than two years after watching his business go up in smoke, award-winning Ottawa chef Joe Thottungal was celebrating the grand reopening of Coconut Lagoon