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Practical tips on how to recall laid-off employees and learn what health and safety issues employers now face as well as how to navigate the unique needs of employees who are suddenly caring for…
Michael Curran speaks with OBJ editors David Sali and Peter Kovessy about some of the week’s biggest stories and how Ottawa’s business community is adapting to the ongoing economic challenges.
OBJ publisher Michael Curran speaks with leaders from Ottawa's homebuilding industry about how they are adapting during COVID-19.
Internet- and cloud-based technologies, tools and applications have enabled the abrupt shift to work-from-home operations. But they have also created more opportunities for cybercriminals.
Watch the video interview or listen to the podcast.
FundMore.ai's Chris Grimes saw an opportunity while working in the mortgage industry. But when is it time to take a great idea and turn it into a business?
In this Coping With COVID-19 podcast episode, OBJ publisher Michael Curran speaks with OBJ editors David Sali and Peter Kovessy about some of the week’s biggest stories and how Ottawa’s business…
Supply chains, skilled labour and workplace safety are among issues facing Ottawa's construction industry
If your company’s finance department is short-staffed or requires more senior finance personnel to deal with this complex environment, it might threaten your survival.
As the saying goes, change is the only constant in business.
New offerings, such as urban rafting experiences out of Britannia Beach, are helping to tap into new markets.
Appearing on a live video segment with OBJ, Mayor Jim Watson said the path to recovery starts in our own backyards.
From its roots in the National Capital Regional, Bitback's journey has taken it to South Africa and Uganda – leading to lessons for founders managing a virtual company.
The magnitude of the COVID-19 pandemic and physical distancing measures meant a dramatic shift for Hydro Ottawa’s workforce.
OBJ publisher Michael Curran speaks with editors David Sali and Peter Kovessy about some of the month’s biggest stories and how Ottawa’s business community is adapting to the ongoing economic…
Eastern Ontario business has snapped back from the previous crashes, busts and blowouts.
OBJ speaks with Ottawa restaurateurs Marc Lepine from Atelier, Joelle Parenteau from Wolf Down and Elias Theodossiou from EVOO and Mati.
Ottawa-based Eclipse Foundation helps bring cutting-edge advances in IoT, AI, autonomous vehicles and cloud applications to market quickly and affordably.
The backstory behind the Ottawa biotech company making global headlines for its innovative DNA testing product.
OBJ publisher Michael Curran recently gathered a panel of local business leaders to determine how Ottawa is faring amid the COVID-19 pandemic and ensuing economic crisis.
What signs should employers be looking for when it comes to detecting mental health issues with employees?
“It’s a little bit of a hit on us as a business for 60 or 90 days, but if we’re helping out our client who is going to be with us for 10 years, it’s a no-brainer."
Ross says much of the work for its approximately 830 employees has stopped, but the company has avoided layoffs.
OBJ examines how an unprecedented disruption in regular business activity will severely impact the city’s real estate sector, especially retail and office leases
An Ottawa-based high-tech company is shifting its focus to a simpler solution that could solve some common COVID-19 concerns while funding a more rapid response to the pandemic
The CEO of Kanata’s Martello Technologies says the era of COVID-19 will test companies that haven’t prepared their business and their workforce for long-term stability
In the latest Coping with COVID-19 video, OBJ talks with one of Ottawa’s highest-profile serial entrepreneurs about maintaining resilience in trying circumstances
In the latest Coping with COVID-19 video, OBJ looks at the devastating impact of the pandemic on the regional hotel industry
23rd annual CHEO For The Kids gala dinner among numerous springtime charity events and activities to be cancelled or postponed in Ottawa
Ottawa-based Welbi is adapting its platform to better serve care providers in retirement communities amid increasingly overwhelming circumstances
In the latest Coping with COVID-19 video, OBJ explores contract law, specifically whether commercial contracts are enforceable in a global crisis
In the latest video of the Coping with COVID-19 series, OBJ explores how to manage employees who are working remotely.
In the second video of Ottawa Business Journal's Coping with COVID-19 series, OBJ explores the employment law considerations of temporary layoffs
In the first video of our Coping with COVID-19 series, OBJ digs into an issue that’s top of mind for many local business owners – maintaining cash flow during an unprecedented global pandemic
You can’t keep the Irish down, that much was clear at the annual Irish Canadian Luncheon hosted Friday, March 13 by the Heart & Crown in the ByWard Market.
An award-winning bootstrapper joined Techopia Live this week to share the story of how her fledgling startup targeting the oil and gas sector has found its footing in Ottawa without raising major…
Gala evening hosted by CTV's Ben Mulroney, Megan Shaw raises $500K for patient care, mental health research
Non-profit organization to open a brand new 42-unit supportive housing facility on Montreal Road this fall
Funds helped world-class facility for cardiovascular care with construction costs, new equipment, research and Canadian Women’s Heart Health Centre
Proceeds from elegant arts benefit to help more young people foster knowledge and appreciation for music
Proceeds to help Ottawa's only second-stage shelter with much-needed upgrades to wireless networking technology and security camera systems
Alice and her zany collection of friends played a starring role in this year’s Ottawa Children’s Gala, held Saturday night at the Infinity Convention Centre
NUA Office Inc. equips Mercury Filmworks with customizable design elements, enabling animation studio to evolve with company’s growth
Alio, part of $14.5M deal, began as a business to connect patients with trained nurses for in-home care
One of the best things about attending Ottawa Riverkeeper functions is that they're always within sight of the Ottawa River, the beautiful and powerful body of water that the grassroots charity is…
An employment contract is one of the most important documents that you’ll sign in your lifetime.
Collaboration on Canada Green Building Council fitup cements lasting partnership between IDEA and COLE + Associates
Cast members are put to the test as they take to the stage together for their first time, without prior group rehearsals
A relocation, demotion, layoff or pay cut are all circumstances that could give rise to a constructive dismissal, or resignation with severance pay.
EnviroCentre goes beyond the jargon in educational series geared towards local entrepreneurs
While the cyber arena might be more hazardous than ever before, the physical world – and its intersections with the digital realm – is increasingly under scrutiny for its level of security
Third annual charity hockey game for DIFD (Do If For Daron) raises highest amount to date
Canada has third-highest youth suicide rate in industrialized world; one in five Ontario youth suffers mental health problems
Proceeds go toward programs that enhance care and contribute to health and well-being of residents at long-term care home
Second annual benefit dinner raises $34,000 for Ottawa-based, volunteer-run Freedom Dog Rescue
BDO can help public sector leaders turn data into a true corporate asset
Ski event remains largest single fundraiser for local charity that gives out-of-town families dealing with a sick child a place to stay close to CHEO
Inaugural gala raises funds for Kanata Greenspace Protection Coalition's fight against redevelopment of Kanata Golf and Country Club
CEO Peter Strom joined Techopia Live this week to talk about how the firm stays fresh in a rapidly changing industry
Ottawa employment lawyer Alex Lucifero explores how long an employee can be away from work on a medical leave of absence as well as what information an employer has the right to know.
Growing popularity of annual benefit results in most successful night for pediatric respite and palliative care home
Annual benefit draws sold-out crowd for neighbourly night of food and drinks at Glebe Community Centre
Ottawa’s local network of angel investors cracked a significant milestone in 2019 as it heads towards a decade of supporting the capital’s up-and-coming startups
'Wrongful dismissal' doesn’t mean what you probably think it means – and those misperceptions can be costly.
Partnership between college and Ottawa businesses allows entrepreneurs to retain intellectual property, access government financing
'Lyfties' Awards are based on ride data collected on the platform, including how many times passengers are picked up and dropped off at various locations
The local economic development agency’s home at Bayview Yards is bursting at the seams heading into 2020
Social evening with young professionals helps to strengthen Jewish programs and services
Nine area chefs donate time and food for benefit dinner to help provide 42,000 meals for homeless this winter
How Ottawa's GGFL helped Iron Horse secure growth capital
Since its launch in Ottawa over a year and a half ago, operating as a socially responsible company has been a primary focus of San Francisco-based rideshare company Lyft.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford made an appearance at this year's Christmas Cheer Breakfast, which was narrowly saved from cancellation thanks to MPP Lisa MacLeod
Most “for cause” terminations are not legitimate.
Nearly 70 local charities have received funds from all-female philanthropic group over past five years
Techopia Live took a few minutes at this year’s SaaS North conference to explore the differences between Ottawa and Montreal when it comes to building a startup
More than 195 area children with life-threatening medical conditions on waiting list to have wishes granted
Selling at the top level requires proof and patience, Kinaxis CEO John Sicard told Techopia Live this week on the sidelines of SaaS North
“This is an opportunity to leverage a platform like Lyft to be able to start your own business.”
Trees of Hope for CHEO at the Fairmont Château Laurier makes it official: the holiday season is hereHundreds gather for annual tree lighting ceremony and auction in support of Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario
Ashbury College, a 700-student private school located in the exclusive neighbourhood of Rockcliffe Park, attracted some 350 attendees to its signature event
Inaugural fundraiser brings crowds together in pub setting for fun and friendly night of food, music and drinks
As areas of The Bahamas continue to recover from Hurricane Dorian, Ottawa has been blessed with its own force of nature: groups of concerned residents wanting to help
When the work environment has become poisoned, an employee may be entitled to compensation.
With brands the likes of Crate and Barrel using Threekit’s tech to model couches online with a variety of colours and fabrics, big-name investors also started taking notice
Succession planning is a detailed, often emotional and personal process that can – and often does – take years of contemplation and complex negotiation to complete.
Just as one might expect, there were a lot of perfectly straight, white smiles at the Ottawa Dental Society’s 7th Annual President’s Gala held at the Shaw Centre on Saturday night
Current Jeopardy! champ Andrew Thomson among 1,350 attendees to participate in 25th anniversary event
Seven generous and caring individuals, groups and businesses recognized Wednesday night at the 25th Annual AFP Ottawa Philanthropy Awards
Student clubs ensure a well-rounded education at uOttawa’s Telfer School of Management
La Cité’s La Factorie Desjardins is already attracting some of the city’s hottest early stage companies
It’s an issue that employers get wrong far too often.
14th Annual Steel Toes and Stilettos Gala returns to Shaw Centre for fun night of auctions, prizes, dinner and music
It was a conversation with billionaire Mark Cuban that forged the foundation of Dale Gantous’s business philosophy
Annual dinner moves to new location, Infinity Convention Centre, and attracts crowd of 800-plus
Outgoing Ottawa Hospital CEO gave a positive and inspiring message about the future of health care in the capital
Neurovine is using AI to crack the code on concussion recovery, with backing from OSEG’s Jeff Hunt
It's common for a company and a worker to think they’ve entered into a relationship as an employer and independent contractor. But that may not be how the courts see it.
If odometers measured years instead of mileage, they'd have reached 60 for Mark Motors Group, a top luxury car dealership in Ottawa
White-collar professionals step into ring to fight after nine months of training and fundraising
Sheila James, Veem’s vice-president of operations, joined Techopia Live this week to explain why she believes the global payments industry is 'ripe for the fixing'
Envari helps business & property owners navigate a changing landscape
Claridge Homes founder Bill Malhotra matches grand total to help raise $102K for mental health cause
Techopia Live invited the team from Napkyn Analytics to the show this week to share some of the best practices that have placed the firm on numerous fastest-growing companies lists over the past…
Advice for employers on maintaining a drug- and alcohol-free workplace – and insights into the rights of medical cannabis users.
GGFL partner Natalie Evans guided Ottawa-based Paradigm Properties through its ownership transition.
Rockable Hours benefit pays tribute to the late Ian Kerr, former law prof at uOttawa and supporter of fundraiser
Techopia Live went inside one of Kanata North’s longest-standing test facilities this week, where we learned how German operator TÜV SÜD is helping local firms bring products to market
Funds to give increased access to supportive housing and services to "much too long" waiting list of people living with mental illness
It was the largest turnout yet for the event, with more than 200 attendees at the Sidedoor Contemporary Kitchen & Bar in the ByWard Market
Lasting connection with clients helps set Ted Langstaff of Royal LePage Performance Realty apart
World-renowned expert on wild chimpanzees in Africa is honoured with RCGS Gold Medal for her work in environmental awareness and activism
Piano-playing physician Carol Wiebe and singing cardiac surgeon Fraser Rubens explore connection between music and medicine
Iversoft, one of Ottawa’s fastest-growing companies, welcomed Techopia Live into its new offices this week to give a peek into what’s fueling the firm’s expansion push.
It was time to roll out the barrel, roll out the barrel of funds, for the University of Ottawa Heart Institute as a sold-out crowd of supporters gathered at Bier Markt on Wednesday night…
The machine boring out a new sewage storage system below the nation’s capital had a major breakthrough Monday
The gala grossed $464,127 toward the west-end hospital’s $6-million Hopes Rising campaign to expand and renovate its acute mental health unit
Giatec co-founder Pouria Ghods said one of the factors helping the firm grow is the attractiveness of its solution to an industry facing a talent crunch
Benefit dinner and auction aids the Ottawa arts organization and its community engagement and education programming
Employee discipline can start with a verbal or written warning and escalate to a suspension or even termination.
Architect Toon Dreessen breaks down the barriers to creating four and six-storey developments that integrate into existing communities
Cornerstone Housing for Women’s inaugural Purple Tie Gala was full style and splendour, with a light dose of comic relief, as partygoers turned out to the Ottawa Art Gallery on Saturday…
The charity golf event raised nearly $760,000 in honour of Ottawa business leader Mike McCann, who passed away in February
Techopia Live went down to CAV Canada this week to see first-hand how the capital’s automotive tech cluster is motoring along
Fire and ice — two opposing elements of nature — are great on their own but put them together and you get something really spectacular, as in the Lumière ‘Fire & Ice’ Charity Gala.
‘Business on a Mission’ seeks to grow charity’s corporate sponsorship
Practical takeaways for both employees and employers who are dealing with changes to their terms of employment.
Primary reserve infantry regiment holds change of command parade over the weekend at Cartier Square Drill Hall
In the next 10 years, Startup Garage will move beyond its pre-accelerator roots. A new program called Scaleup Garage will launch this fall, aimed at student or alumni startups that are ready for scale
Ottawa employment lawyer Alex Lucifero, a partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, explains the options for employers and the rights of employees surrounding temporary layoffs.
It may be the oldest hospital, with the oldest patients, but Bruyère Continuing Care is out to change the future of aging with new and innovative technologies.
Law firm donates prize money from inaugural charity event to Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation and CHEO
Techopia Live sat down with Ottawa’s Russell Coltess this week to hear about how his new platform is helping HR departments track ROI on employee wellness programs
Gourmet on the Gridiron raises funds to provide children and youth the opportunity to play, learn and develop through sports
West-end BIA presents fourth-annual summer street festival full of free entertainment and activities
Merger with Quisitive means faster growth and need for new hires
Techopia Live covered emerging sectors, re-emerging entrepreneurs and even a surprise or two over the first half of 2019
If you told the new football recruits seen hustling down the field of TD Place on Friday night that they run like a girl, throw like a girl and even tackle like a girl, it would be a total compliment
Techopia Live showed its charitable side this week with an Ottawa tech firm that’s helping local clients such as Carleton University tailor their fundraising campaigns to a new generation
As it continues expanding in the U.S. and eastern Canada, a local renewable power generation company is adopting a new name as it works to build a more sustainable energy future.
Benbria CEO Jordan Parsons joined Techopia Live this week to break down why the customer engagement field is growing exponentially
Organizers have really raised the bar with a creative new soirée that promotes the equestrian sport of show jumping, while also helping out the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation
Embassy hosts outdoor reception for 1,700 guests to celebrate France's national holiday
As many Canadian snowbirds have discovered, owning property in the United States might offer relief from winter, but it can also produce unexpected financial and compliance headaches for those who…
As it improves transportation accessibility and equity in Ottawa, Lyft recently launched its driver resource centre and support hub on Carling Avenue – the company’s first in Canada.
What a warm reception the U.S. Embassy gave to its Canadian friends during its annual Fourth of July celebrations in Ottawa.
Techopia Live brought GoFor CEO Brad Rollo on the show this week to learn how the firm's big win is helping it expand its construction industry marketplace south of the border
Popular fundraiser continues each Wednesday in July at local lawn bowling club
La Cité overhauls curriculum to emphasize competency based learning
Agritech talk was on tap this week as Techopia Live went on tour for a special networking event at TD Place
Canadian singer, cultural dancers wow sold-out crowd at signature fundraiser for Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health
Fresh off his pitchfest win at last week’s AccelerateOTT, CybernetIQ founder Joe Cummins joined Techopia Live this week to talk about how his history as a blackhat hacker helps his startup protect…
Company consents to public announcement in order to boost awareness, inspire future philanthropy
Ottawa firm offers bookkeeping, training, consulting and tax services
Jensen to return to Hamilton to join family after completing five-year term as president
Techopia Live crashed Syntronic Canada's anniversary party on Thursday evening to hear more about the company’s origins and what’s behind its rapid growth
Outgoing executive director retires this month after 28 years at local organization
Members of Ottawa's restaurant community gathered at Queen St. Fare on Tuesday night to celebrate the largest-ever expansion launch in Mealshare history
Sold-out charity golf tournament raises $268K in support of patient care and mental health research
Many doctors must confront questions about incorporation, business expenses
Ringside for Youth has officially retired as the undefeated and undisputed heavyweight champion, earning its title after helping so many kids in the Ottawa community
Volunteering can make you feel connected to your community and give you a greater sense of belonging.
Strategic investments, right tenant mix will make the blend of commercial and residential units work
Popular elimination draw results in Bells Corners businessman Jim Sourges winning a brand new luxury car
Techopia Live got a little lesson in humanity this week from, of all places, an artificial intelligence conference.
Throughout her career, Beverley McLachlin has always had both oars in the water, as they say.
It was a tad chilly but at least the rain stopped in time for a special reception hosted Tuesday night by the YMCA-YWCA National Capital Region at one of the best outdoor patios in town…
They say it takes less than 30 seconds to make a first impression, which is why it's so important to always put your best foot forward.
Amid warnings that many tenants have few options for space when looking to relocate or expand, the Ottawa Real Estate Show invited the head of one of the city’s major developers to…
Most of us know TD Place as Ottawa’s downtown destination for live sports and concerts. But for many who struggle with disabilities, it’s a facility that provides a connection to the community and a…
Business Sherpa Group provides portfolio of services: finance, HR, executive search, recruitment and key strategic services
In the crowded market for content management systems where names like WordPress are the standard, a made-in-Ottawa solution is standing out for its emphasis on security.
Cue the ocean waves and the foghorn sounds.
Virgin Hyperloop One, like many of the world’s biggest businesses, faces challenges with managing and protecting its data.
It's spring, and with it comes — along with the heady scent of a federal election in the air — that rare and special night in Ottawa when politicians put aside their party differences…
Even as he battles pancreatic cancer, television legend Alex Trebek was in great spirits during his visit to the nation’s capital Monday for the official opening of the…
When renting residential property, tenant turnover, or the completion of a newly constructed unit gives landlords the opportunity to set a new rental rate that will determine an investor’s return for…
Ottawa’s real estate and development business leaders turned out by the truck load Thursday to help Hobin Architecture celebrate its 40th anniversary.
There’s something extraordinary happening at La Cité’s main campus near the Canada Aviation and Space Museum. It’s called Excentricité.
An opera singer, a photographer, a marketing agency and a well-respected arts leader were among the individuals honoured at the Ottawa Arts Council’s awards ceremony — the one night a…
Dining with the Ambassadors is the kind of fundraiser that proves the strength of a community isn't measured by its big homes and fancy cars but by the positive and healthy social…
There was a speakeasy operation in Ottawa on Saturday night and — if you can keep it hush-hush – we’ll disclose to you its not-so-secret location: Elmwood School.
Investing in residential or commercial properties can be an excellent alternative to an often-volatile stock market, but there can be costly pitfalls if the investment is structured poorly.
The Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa's new Tomlinson Family Foundation Clubhouse is a lot like a Joni Mitchell song, in reverse: They unpaved a parking lot and put up a paradise.
Attendees of the 2019 Ottawa Tourism Awards got a chance to shed their boring business suits and make a statement — one that was both proud and plaid — as this year's gala dress code called for…
Modern manufacturing requires a holistic view of a company’s assembly line, increasing the demand for technology capable of collecting and interpreting the vast amounts of data generated…
Even with wet, grey skies, the views from the new observatory tower at Zibi are impressive.
Techopia Live went inside the University of Ottawa’s new space in the Kanata North tech park this week to hear about how the direct partnership between local industry and academia came…
It was a proud and historic moment for Carleton University on Wednesday as it celebrated the successful close of its campaign to raise $300 million.
For those who love a man, or woman, in uniform, the Army Ball was the place to be on Saturday night as Canada’s military came dressed in their finest for the black-tie gala held at the…
As fears of cyber threats spread, an Ottawa-based company is finding opportunities in alerting small and medium-sized businesses to vulnerabilities in their systems.
Just as a woman gets better with age, so do the BYAs.
It was to Infinity and beyond for CHEO's 22nd annual For the Kids Auction as the region’s pediatric hospital brought its signature gala to the Infinity Convention Centre this year.
Amid rising demand for qualified graduates, College La Cité received over $2M in grants to invest in new labs and equipment
No second opinion was required; all the medical experts agreed that the annual Dancing with the Docs fundraising dinner has become one of the most entertaining galas in town.
It was all about the blood, sweat and beers on Thursday night at the Heart & Crown pub in the ByWard Market, where organizers, competitors and alumni of Fight for the Cure came…
An upcoming shot at $150,000 could represent more than just a major payday for a lucky Ottawa startup.
As one of the National Capital Region’s Top Employers, Hydro Ottawa has long understood the importance of listening to its employees, and capitalized on the energy, insights and fresh approach of…
The Shaw Centre was alive with the sound of music on Saturday as the 22nd edition of the Viennese Winter Ball: Spring Celebration whirled its way through the nation’s capital with …
The night had hardly begun when party-goers took it to the dance floor to whoop it up during the 8th Annual Proud To Be Bullyfree Gala held Friday night at Brookstreet Hotel.
Making it through an entire meal without being able to see a single thing can be quite a humbling experience.
As Kanata North tech firms prepare to showcase their companies to a flurry of job-seekers next week, Techopia Live sat down with Veronica Farmer, director of operations with the Kanata…
Everyone was happy as a clam at the French Embassy on Thursday as Ambassador Kareen Rispal hosted a one-of-a-kind Goût de France / Good France gastronomic experience in support of…
With the promise of a self-driving future inching closer every day, the need for a new generation of sensors to guide autonomous vehicles becomes increasingly important.
Making a pitch to total strangers may sound like something that happens in a conference room full of business suits — not in a packed tavern of guys with pints and pizza.
The last few years have been a period of significant financial changes for doctors across Canada.
It’s a modern take on the classic chicken-and-egg question: Which needs to come first – the electric car or the charger?
When Anna Barone was working in a senior finance position on Bay Street in the mid- 2000s, she experienced a serious health setback brought on by the demands of work and life.
Christopher Simmonds Architect creates ‘a sense of community’ in new home for Tomlinson Group
It’s about business – not women in business.
It was standing room only in Ottawa City Council Chambers on Friday as close to 500 people came out for Jane Philpott’s keynote address on the importance of gender…
Techopia Live went on tour this past week to OneEleven Ottawa, the latest accelerator in the capital’s ever-changing ecosystem.
Everybody's got to eat, so why not eat really well, make it more fun by doing it together, and raise some funds for charity while you're at it?
There are so many novel things about Dining in the Dark, including the fact that you can eat with your fingers — even lick them clean if you want — and none of the other dinner guests…
The 16th Annual Inspiration Awards Gala for the Royal Ottawa Foundation for Mental Health offered up a bit of magic, a lot of hope and a very special performance from Canadian singer-…
Techopia Live visited the University of Ottawa’s STEM building this week to hear how student startup Poly is addressing plastic problems across Canada.
Camp Fortune did an excellent job of living up to its prosperous name Thursday.
Some of Ottawa’s most outstanding female business professionals were recognized for their hard work, perseverance and success during a cocktail reception hosted Tuesday night at Lago Bar…
Maddy’s Gala — started by a pair of grieving parents looking to give back to a children's hospice that helped them in their darkest hours — has blossomed into a beautiful and bountiful…
As pressure on Ontario’s healthcare system rises amid concerns of overcrowding in hospitals, one Ottawa startup is finding its niche in improving at-home care for patients with complex…
Hundreds of kids living in Ottawa’s most populated community housing neighbourhood will now have the opportunity to learn a variety of sports at the Rideau Sports Centre as a result of a…
Here's what all business owners should be thinking about as new tax rules take effect
Anne Côté began working at Quantum’s Montreal head office in 1977. After two successful years demonstrating that she had the determination and resiliency to make it in the industry, she pursued the…
Where do you find top talent? One of the common misconceptions for employers is that bringing in a person with a disability can be difficult and costly.
There was nary a boring black dress in sight at the African Day on the Hill Gala, which infused energy and life into the downtown core on Saturday night with live cultural performances,…
Merkburn Holdings cofounder William Burnside has a humble explanation for the firm’s longevity in Ottawa’s property market: “Happenstance.”
If anybody knows about Stayin’ Alive, it’s the Ottawa Senators.
You could feel a warm glow of optimism at this year’s Kaleidoscope of Hope Soirée: Start A Fire as organizers shone a critical light on an often dark issue — youth mental health and teen…
Techopia Live got a crash course in business fundamentals this week from Contextere, an Ottawa firm working with the likes of Lockheed Martin and BMW on an artificial intelligence…
Hayley Thompson called it love at first sight.
Assent Compliance CEO Andrew Waitman usually spends his Wednesday nights at an Ottawa boxing gym.
From its origins as an upstart accelerator for Canadian SaaS firms to its new program partnering with BlackBerry QNX, Kanata’s L-Spark has never been one to rest on its laurels.
I can't tell you how many times I've scurried past the Embassy Hotel & Suites without taking much notice of it. Not anymore.
BDO Canada LLP welcomed more than 200 clients, business contacts and colleagues to an open house it hosted Thursday to show off its gleaming new downtown office space, located in Minto…
Ottawa’s angels were in a blessing mood in 2018.
Constitution Square was the place to be Tuesday for those about to rock, and for those who just like rocks.
Hydro Ottawa employees have pledged $1 million over a five year period to fully equip an entire mammography room at the Rose Ages Breast Health Centre.
Should auld acquaintance be forgot then it very well might be time to reconnect with them through a wee dram and a good blather at a Robbie Burns Day dinner.
There’s no use making a prediction if you can’t back it up.
So delectable was the food and so hungry was the crowd that this year’s Taste in the Glebe was all about producing zero waste in more ways than one.
The dust has settled: Where do we stand?
As Ottawa welcomes the season of holiday celebrations, Rob Woodbridge, the general manager for Lyft in Ottawa, is urging the community to use Lyft for transportation to and from seasonal…
How close are we to a new downtown build? Does Amazon’s arrival signal greater demand for industrial space? And what will a growing federal government be looking for in 2019?
The packing of holiday food hampers ran so smoothly on Thursday that even Santa’s workshop now seems — by comparison — slow, inefficient and destined for automation.
Before signing off for the year, Techopia Live assembled a panel to share the highlights from the year in tech that was and give predictions on what 2019 might have in store.
Local firm's headcount nearly doubled in 2018.
You could hear the crisp sound of skates on ice, mixed with children’s voices and laughter, as a large crowd of residents turned out Sunday for the grand opening of Rockcliffe Park's new…
Ottawa’s young Jewish professionals came together to light the menorah and get the party started at the Chanukah Ball hosted Saturday night by the Jewish Federation of Ottawa’s Emerging Generation…
What began as a bitterly cold walk to a charity breakfast in predawn darkness soon turned into the stunning sight of a 40-foot Christmas tree, with twinkling lights, on prominent display…
Nobody’s saying that the YSB SleepOUT for Youth — where participants spend a night outdoors in sub-zero temperatures — compares to the authentic experience of living on the streets.
Thank goodness for pictures, because no amount of words could paint just how beautiful the farewell dinner was for Marc Mayer, outgoing director and CEO of the National…
The University of Ottawa is putting its new STEM Complex and alumni network to work to serve student startup needs with a new program aimed at priming the city’s entrepreneurship…
Moustache mania came to a smooth end Saturday night as participants of the annual Movember men's health campaign went under the razor while at Ottawa's Movember Gala, held at Overflow…
If you were at the Shaw Centre this week for SaaS North – the annual gathering of software-as-a-service companies and entrepreneurs in Ottawa – you may have seen…
What farewell gift do you give a woman whose job for the past 15 years has been to protect, promote and improve the Ottawa River? How about a canoe, for paddling off into the sunset.
Katherine Cooligan, regional managing partner of Borden Ladner Gervais (BLG), was celebrated Tuesday night for inspiring, mentoring and encouraging other women to rise…
It was an evening full of elegance, grace and timeless style as the Fairmont Château Laurier brought together all the very best parts of Christmas and presented them Monday night in one…
Vision2Voice Communications helps organizations better engage their greatest asset
For a disease that can be extremely lonely and isolating, there was no shortage of partygoers looking to mingle the night away at the 13th annual Martini Madness benefit held in support…
Even if winter won’t allow us to simply waltz into spring, organizers of the Viennese Winter Ball most certainly can — and will.
The Infinity Convention Centre was fit for an Indian emperor (and empress!) on Saturday night as it offered all the wonderful sights, sounds and tastes of India while serving as host venue for…
Ottawa accountants got the chance to shed their reputation as cautious, risk-averse beancounters while hosting their popular Grand Casino: Betting Against Cancer charity event.
Normally when you walk through The Ottawa Mission's blue front doors, you enter an old downtown building that provides basic services, like food and shelter, to those in need.
While $130-million venture-capital rounds are no doubt exciting for any tech firm, the prospect of scaling a company that rapidly can be daunting.
Every day, there are business leaders and ordinary people who are "quietly and conscientiously" working behind the scenes to make our city a better place to live.
Daniel Alfredsson got a hero’s welcome as he took to the stage Tuesday night as this year’s honouree of the Jewish National Fund of Ottawa’s Negev Dinner, held at the…
Make-A-Wish was on the receiving end of a dream come true, for a change, after being selected as the beneficiary of the 8th annual SHARE Party, hosted by the Malhotra Family Foundation…
It's called An Unlikely Pairing but the signature gala for Christie Lake Kids has become a knockout combo, year after year, as its raises significant funds while also heightening awareness over…
In the midst of his quest to ensure content creators get a fair shake for their work, Pat McGowan stopped by Techopia Live this week to share how his company BlackBox is hoping to change the media…
Hundreds came together Saturday night to build home ownership for low-income working families, one brick at a time, at Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa's 13th annual Steel Toes and…
Supporters of the Ottawa Art Gallery got together Thursday to celebrate a new partnership with local developer David Choo in the upscale, chic sales centre for his new…
Techopia Live sat down with the Kanata North Business Association’s new director of operations, Veronica Farmer, this week to hear about what’s coming down the line in Canada’s largest technology…
The Ottawa Hospital has more than 11,000 patients taking part in hundreds of clinical trials to develop and test new experimental treatments.
Candles, sparklers and lamps lit up this year's Diwali Fundraiser and Awards Gala.
A well-funded Ottawa startup is turning to a local post-secondary institution for R&D support in hopes of turning a tiny powder into a big win.
With class-A office vacancy rates dipping below four per cent in Ottawa’s central business district, talk among some real estate watchers is turning to when ground will be broken on the city’s…
The smell of bacon wafting through the air was probably the best savoury reminder of what Saturday’s Spark Soirée was all about: making sure no child in Ottawa starts their school day…
If the old saying is true, “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know," then the place to be Thursday was at United Way Ottawa’s annual networking extravaganza, Schmoozefest.
It won’t be long until some 700 corporate and community leaders come together under one big, beautiful roof for The Ottawa Hospital Gala and its celebration of the life-changing medical…
After a diverse career that included stints as an engineering officer in the Canadian military and the owner of a communications agency, Suzanne Grant was looking for a new cause to be passionate…
One of Ottawa’s largest developers and property managers says the launch of light rail has the potential to breathe new life into an often overlooked corner of the city’s office market…
By unanimous decision, the 2018 Fight for the Cure clinched this year's title of most thrilling charity event.
Famed Canadian chef and restaurateur Michael Bonacini flew into town to lend his culinary star power to a $1,000-a-plate benefit dinner for The Ottawa Hospital, held…
This week Techopia Live sat down with one of Ottawa’s newest chief executives, Greg Evans, to hear about his vision for the future of PageCloud.
Cornerstone Housing for Women is closing in on a $1.9-million campaign to put a safe, affordable roof in Westboro over the heads of 42 homeless women or women at-risk of homelessness.
Legendary Motown singer Diana Ross showed off her penchant for glamour and gowns as she took a concert hall packed with people on a nostalgic trip down memory lane at…
Nothing beats heading to the countryside on the weekend to revel in the open spaces, fresh air and slower pace of life, especially when the half-hour-or-so drive from downtown Ottawa…
Guests danced late into the night at Broadway for Bruyère, an annual signature gala that featured party after party, plus primo seats Thursday to see the School of Rock musical at the National…
Soirée Salus, an annual gala for community mental health services, has come a long way over these past five years, growing from a small, grassroots gathering into a fundraising tour de force.
If your business has ever tapped a third party or remote worker for services, you might be familiar with the logistical and security headaches that come with a far-flung workforce.
If you’ve ever met Ottawa businessman Robert Merkley, president of Merkley Supply, there’s a good chance he’s tried to recruit you to join his team for The Ottawa…
Fresh off its $230-million initial public offering of a new apartment REIT, Ottawa-based Minto Group is looking to expand both through acquisitions and new developments in Canada’s…
As Friday night’s tornado tore through parts of Ottawa, it looked like the annual rock concert for the Ottawa Food Bank was going to become an acoustic by candlelight show.
Before autonomous vehicles were being built in our own backyards, people would turn to Hollywood to inform our ideas of what a self-driving car can be: Night Rider’s Kit was exchanging witty…
Some 120 partygoers celebrated the last few days of summer by escaping into the private backyard oasis belonging to Ottawa businessman Aik Aliferis for Tuesday's …
Hydro Ottawa is making it easier than ever for residents to give back with its annual Go Paperless campaign, in support of the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario Foundation.
The splendiferous spirit of the late Jeanne Fuller – matriarch of the Thomas Fuller Construction family – lived on at her eponymous Red Dress charity golf tournament…
How do you know you've thrown a truly great party? When guests arrive early and leave late.
It seems like summer got another persuasive and personal invite to attend this year's Lumière Gala because the weather was once again perfect for the annual charity event held in support…
This week, Techopia Live called on some of Ottawa’s largest tech firms to tackle an issue bigger than tech: Me Too and sexual harassment in the workplace.
So much was happening in Canada back in 1918, from our troops returning home from the First World War to most women finally getting the right to vote, federally.
Inaugural gala in mid-November will support The Ottawa Mission's training program in food services
Hundreds of Ottawa families took part Sunday night in a new youth anti-bullying walk led by Ottawa Senators captain Erik Karlsson and his wife Melinda…
In this week’s season premiere, Techopia Live turned its camera on a company that’s itself quite familiar with lenses and sensors.
David Perry and Anita Martel may be in the head-hunting business, but the title of “executive recruiter” is a poor fit.
Insurtech. The term may not spark the same recognition as fintech, blockchain or cryptocurrency. But for Ottawa’s Global IQX, it’s a global business that will only get bigger.
Techopia Live took advantage of a new broadcast location at the Red Dragon Golf Classic to grab Syntronic Canada – a new neighbour of the Marshes golf course in Kanata – and chat between holes…
The Ottawa Redblacks were back on their home turf Friday night and the only thing they had to worry about fumbling was perhaps a fork.
So say the industry analysts. The traditional on-premise data centre for business is dead, or at least on life support.
But how does your business fit into this equation?
It began with two guys, a backhoe and a dump truck.
The military term is High Altitude, Low Opening (HALO) – drop people and supplies above the range of conventional weapons and radar, have their parachutes deploy at the last moment.
As many as 26 per cent of adults aged 30-70 years have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. Men are twice as likely as women to suffer from it.
When asked to provide the elevator pitch for her business, Tara Azulay politely declines.
Anyone who believes that ladies’ lunches are full of stylish socialites idling the afternoon away with vapid conversations clearly hasn't been to Ladies Who Lunch Ottawa, organized by…
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Hydro Ottawa is giving its commercial customers a full picture of how their property is consuming power and offering solutions to help reduce their consumption.
On a rooftop terrace overlooking the village of Westboro, the sun was shining, the drinks were flowing, the tunes were spinning and, best of all, everybody was pumped over the fact that…
Construction of Amazon’s new Ottawa distribution centre has yet to officially begin, but the developer behind the project is already fielding…
If Westboro is the best neighbourhood in Ottawa, then 1451 Wellington is its crown jewel – and construction on the boutique condo is closer than ever to breaking ground.
Bayview Yards is looking for a new vendor to run its digital media laboratory and manufacturing shop roughly one year after the facilities first opened.
One of the city’s largest heavy construction firms made relatively quick work of a decades-old pedestrian bridge this weekend, demolishing the aging structure above the Queensway and…
Music lovers got a little sneak listen of what’s to come at Ottawa Chamberfest in one of the most stunning embassies around.
Hold on to your hats: Ottawa-based MDS Aero Support dropped by for this week’s edition of Techopia Live, where vice-president of…
With Kanata office vacancy rates approaching a 10-year low, one of the west end’s largest…
It may not be a red-hot Tesla Roadster, but a local firm’s satellite was set into orbit by one of the world’s fastest-rising space companies following a successful launch this past…
These days, startups are often launched with little more than a great idea and some sweat equity.
One of the oldest lawn bowling clubs around has rolled out the grassy green carpet to a whole new generation of participants looking to bowl, bond and banter their Wednesday nights away…
Polo fans gathered for a nail-biter of a charity match that saw the women take a whack at trying to beat the men during Saturday's 4th annual Polo in the Park.
Local cloud-based security firm hosts live panel discussion at AGM
To consumers, augmented and mixed reality applications often take the form of visually rich playgrounds or immersive gaming.
Over a raised glass of good ol' Kentucky bourbon, U.S.
Ottawa’s transit boss John Manconi updated councilors on Confederation Line construction this week with the aid of a city-owned drone.
In response to debates raging across Canada about whether we have a brain drain – a flood of skilled workers leaving the country – or the reverse, a “brain gain,”…
Big Daddy’s is back and, when you have a name that suggests such largeness, only a massive pair of scissors would do for its ribbon cutting at Monday's festive grand opening party.
Evening of cultural dance and auction bidding nets $160K for Aboriginal health centre in Vanier
It’s an incredible story of hope and inspiration filled with a mixed bag of emotions for popular Ottawa personality Stu Schwartz, whose life was saved two years ago by a…
Strapped with government funding, Ottawa’s Crypto4A dropped by Techopia Live this week to talk about what exactly cryptography means…
Though the urban areas of the nation’s capital have much to offer for visitors and residents alike, the region is also laden with hidden gems in its more rural stretches.
All the long hours, stress and sacrifices that go into building a business or career finally seemed worth it for the 40 young entrepreneurs and professionals honoured at a business awards dinner…
You can’t build a global company for 18 years without one eye focused on the future – or in the case of Ottawa’s March Networks, one…
All that was missing was a round of mimosas at the Children’s Aid Foundation of Ottawa’s anniversary breakfast celebrating 30 years of sending thousands of children to summer camp while…
Hundreds of entrepreneurs, investors and mentors made their way to the sold-out AccelerateOTT conference on Wednesday hoping to make new connections, pick up some valuable insights or perhaps just…
Shorter lease terms, bicycle parking and an occasional willingness to allow canine tenants are some of the ways downtown Ottawa landlords are marketing buildings to the growing number of…
Anybody and everybody involved in the first major fundraiser for the new OSEG Foundation deserves a round of high fives and fist bumps for pulling off a tremendously successful event.
With automakers investing billions of dollars into electric vehicles, a revolution in how Canadians commute is on the horizon.
It was a night full of political knockouts, but just as exciting as the Ontario election were the punches and jabs…
Techopia Live had the scoop this week on the summer’s hottest conferences and programs for founders young and old.
The idea of entering a towering office building, only to be swept away to the charming French countryside, is no longer the stuff of silly daydreams.
Reception draws 350 guests, celebrates theme of 'service' to businesses and broader community
A talented workforce, relatively high household income and a strong sense of community are among the reasons several Ottawa entrepreneurs say they chose Orléans as the location to launch and expand…
An Ottawa food bank, known for thinking outside the box, selected the Innovation Centre at Bayview Yards — which is also about exploring new ideas — as the venue to hold its fifth annual…
For decades, it was widely assumed by most organizations that the process of onboarding new, younger hires largely involved a one-way transfer of knowledge.
If you're looking for a party that's really going to float your boat, try the annual Ottawa Riverkeeper Gala.
Stepping in front of the camera this week on Techopia Live was a member of Ottawa’s own imaging experts – Lumenera.
Ottawa Business Journal among award recipients
Clearly, generosity is in season. The Queensway Carleton Hospital reaped a bumper crop of support at its fabulous spring soirée, held Thursday out at the award-winning Saunders Farm.
There had to be something in the air at this year’s Evening in the Maritimes. You could feel it, like salty sea spray on one's face.
Inaugural gathering features talks from female CEOs of The Urban Element, ONFE
It was cowboy hats’ off to Dave Smith, the legendary community builder behind the construction of a brand new residential treatment facility for youth.
A parade of adopted pets stole the show, along with everyone’s hearts, at the 2018 Ottawa Humane Society Garden Party held at the Horticulture Building at Lansdowne on Wednesday.
When Alex Hebert and Ian O’Halloran were looking to start a business in 2013, they were in search of a traditional brick-and-mortar sector they could bring to the web and scale up.
Techopia Live joined hundreds of Ottawa business leaders at L-Spark’s Female…
Sandra Tisiot is a savvy businesswoman, a mom and a former professional dancer.
The tech firms snapping up office space in Ottawa’s central business district will soon face greater competition for accommodations if the federal government resumes its expansion in the core,…
8th annual Stepping Out fundraiser features cultural theme, return of popular shoe competition
Politics and the Pen is one of those rare and special occasions in Ottawa where some of our country’s most influential figures come together for drinks and dinner, enjoyed with a few …
From the Momentum Law offices at 555 Legget Dr., founder Megan Cornell has a great view of the technology firms in the research park.
With three massive mixed-use real estate projects poised to transform the western edge of downtown Ottawa – and compete for residents and business tenants – the lead developer behind…
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau wants Canada to have "a little more swagger" in promoting homegrown innovations.
Making it to half a century does deserve more than just cake and ice cream.
More than 250 community leaders devoted an hour of their day to learn about the progress the Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa is making to ensure all children and youth in our community…
Before Jamie Petten officially takes the reins of the Kanata North Business Association…
One local landlord has found a key element that younger tenants are increasingly looking for in a rental property: Energy efficiency.
“Closed for private event” read the sign outside of Schad, an upscale boutique on Sussex Drive that caters to Ottawa’s coolest and most cosmopolitan…
With students shifting from books to startups in the summer months, Techopia Live turned its attention this week to some of the…
The scene at the Ottawa Art Gallery opening night gala felt like a Renoir — swarming with happy people — and all mutually thrilled to be enjoying one of most anticipated celebrations of…
It seems like only yesterday I was watching the screening of Sarah Polley’s Stories We Tell at the World Exchange Plaza movie theatre while dipping into a bag of licorice.
What exactly does it mean when that voice on the other end of the line says, “your call may be recorded for quality purposes”?
The school gymnasium at Elmwood was transformed into a dazzling delight as parents and supporters came together Saturday for the 29th annual "Dare to Dream" Elmwood Gala.
The WBN Businesswoman of the Year Awards Gala was full of hugs, tears of joy and expressed gratitude as it honoured 12 Ottawa women for their entrepreneurial and professional…
A Taste for Life is the little fundraiser that could, climbing mountains of stigma and discrimination to reach 20 years of helping individuals and families in our community living with…
A team that sorts together, comports together.
Like catching a flight, if you’re selling air traffic management technologies to an airport, delays are to be expected.
Elvis may have left the building but stepping up in his absence was Dr.
Tournament raises $217K for Ottawa Senators Foundation
The last time Chris Knight threw a big Gusto party was almost four and a half years ago, to celebrate the launch of his new food and lifestyle specialty channel.
At Shopify, a machine learning algorithm takes 40 minutes to perform a task what previously took humans more than 730 hours.
What a relief that the charity skiathon for the Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa made a big splash, figuratively speaking only — not literally.
Growing Ottawa firm is a leader in lighting, controls and shading solutions
While day-old donuts and tupperware leftovers may dominate the majority of office kitchens today, an Ottawa-based startup believes that the future belongs to healthier alternatives,…
International Women’s Day is a lot like birthday celebrations that end up stretching out over a month because it’s so hard to bring all of one’s busy friends, from so many different groups,…
Ahead of this week’s Design Day at the University of Ottawa, Techopia Live spoke to one of the event’s star alumni, an Ottawa-based…
A decaying millionaire's country mansion brought back to life as a luxury boutique hotel and restaurant in Gatineau Park welcomed its first group of guests Saturday night in convincing…
Techopia Live got a crash course in live video production last week from broadcasting veteran Ross Video as CEO David Ross discussed how a 44-…
Last year’s record-breaking purchase of Ottawa’s Constitution Square complex reunited property owner Canderel with the downtown office complex it helped construct some 25 years earlier…
Klipfolio, the Ottawa-based developer of business analytics dashboards, debuted its new 17,000-square-foot space in the World Exchange Plaza to guests at a Techopia VIP event on Thursday night.
One hundred years ago, when the Canadian National Institute for the Blind was founded, blind citizens in this country were not allowed to vote.
If the sharing economy can bring a pizza to your door, why can’t it bring some extra lumber to a work site?
They say it’s rude to take pictures of people while they’re eating, but what choice does a paparazzi girl have at an epic foodie event like A Taste for Hope, where everyone is chowing down on…
Within a warehouse in Ottawa’s east end, Vesta Marble & Granite is putting a decidedly high-tech twist on outfitting homes across the National Capital Region.
You know a restaurant is doing something right when it’s packed on a Monday night.
Startup founders often grapple with an expertise gap on their leadership team when it comes to raising capital.
Fresh off a win at last week’s Bootstrap Awards, Ottawa-based SanEcoTec dropped by Techopia Live to talk about why the company’s work…
Creating functional, healthy workplaces is prime objective
There’s a set of servers in Ottawa processing data that may one day uncover a cure for cancer.
St. Patrick's Day arrives early at ByWard Market pub for sold-out event
A trio of trailblazing female diplomats dished out sage career advice during an International Women’s Day Breakfast Reception hosted Thursday by Mayor Jim Watson at Ottawa City…
There has never been a better time for women to get into the tech sector but it’s up to them to grab the opportunities: that was the advice from an all-female panel hosted at Ottawa’s…
Any company looking to stake its place in today’s market knows that diversity in hiring has become a key business imperative.
After nearly two decades of shuttling back and forth between Ottawa and Toronto building wireless communications firm CellWand into a national force, Nick Quain is turning his attention…
Move over Oscars, there’s a better awards ceremony full of glitz and glam, scintillating speeches and even an envelope mixup to keep people on their toes.
If Canada wants to make a name of itself in artificial intelligence, its tech firms better start paying more attention to half of the population.
There’s nothing glamorous about something as lonely and isolating as mental illness – except for that one night a year when Ottawa’s business and community leaders come together to celebrate those…
This was no ordinary retirement dinner.
Studies show a well-designed and carefully furnished workplace can play a key role in helping companies attract and retain the best staff, as well as increasing both productivity and job satisfaction…
Mercedes dealership Star Motors of Ottawa cleared out its showroom Tuesday night to make room for the large social gathering it hosted for finalists of this year's…
The best way to see more women in STEM fields is to make the ones already there more visible, according to this week’s all-female panel on Techopia Live.
Lawyers courted tech solutions from coders in Ottawa this past weekend, as the two ordinarily-disparate groups came together to crack the case at a legal-themed hackathon.
It’s surprising what a group of Ottawa chefs were able to whip up for Operation Come Home’s 3rd annual Poor Chefs Competition, while relying on a budget of only three bucks and a couple of items…
Teams of lawyers, developers and designers are scheduled to come together this weekend for the Ottawa edition of the Global Legal Hackathon, competing…
Evening sees large turnout from Ottawa Senators team, surprise donation
Digital magazine, video walkthroughs profile some of the top workplaces in the National Capital Region
Ottawa Tourism has unveiled a new series of promotional videos that’s as notable for what it doesn’t show as for what it does.
Travelling through Bolivia, Siberia and the Middle East early in his career, Jason Lee says the many security and communications projects he was working on all shared a common flaw.
How do you grab the attention of chatty gala-goers when you need them to head to the ballroom for dinner?
Send in an eight-piece brass band. Its big noises will do the trick.
Viennese Winter Ball offers dreamy night of dining and dancing in support of youth music initiativesSinger Kellylee Evans, violinist Kerson Leong among artists to perform at annual event
Business owners are continuously seeking ways to innovate their company’s products and services.
But what about their spending?
Dozens of teenagers found their natural high Friday by taking part in the Kaleidoscope of Hope gala, an event that raises awareness and funds for local youth battling addictions and mental health…
Today’s cybersecurity environment is complicated (to say the least), but Interset president and CEO Mark Smialowicz told Techopia Live this week that the local firm is finding opportunity in…
Top employers know their organization’s success depends on having an engaged and collaborative workforce.
An Ottawa entrepreneur is putting nearly two decades of mental health experience into a mobile application with the goal of making treatment more accessible.
There’s no charity too small or too obscure for consideration by 100 Women Who Care Ottawa, a group of women who share a common desire to give…
Intellectual Property (IP) is one of the most valuable assets of an innovative company. However, IP is very complex and it can be challenging to manage cost-effectively.
Despite the lopsided finish, the real goal for the University of Ottawa law students was to raise awareness and funds for an important mental health initiative.
Home Hardware's CEO Terry Davis told the crowd of established and aspiring entrepreneurs about the lessons learned from his time at the helm of the Canadian-owned home-improvement chain.
Ottawa-based Solink wants to turn millions of hours of unwatched security footage captured around the world into actionable data, the firm’s CEO Michael Matta told Techopia Live recently.
Ottawa startup Lightship Security illuminated the “darkness that is cybersecurity” on Techopia Live this week, telling us how the firm is helping products get securely to market as quickly as…
Though his silver hair wasn’t exactly windswept, Invest Ottawa’s president and CEO joined Techopia Live this week to talk about the “…
Members of Ottawa’s business community swapped a day of dark corridors and fluorescent-lit offices for some crisp, cold air and the swooshing sounds of their skis on snow at the 26th annual Ronald…
A wrong move around a downed power line or other equipment can lead to serious injuries and in some cases even turn deadly.
When it comes to running a successful restaurant, there’s no secret ingredient behind it but, rather, a recipe that’s deceptively simple, like homemade whipped cream.
Sometimes a firm’s change in leadership is the result of competing visions. But not so in the case of Ottawa’s InitLive.
We may have just had Martello Technologies’ CEO on the the program a few months ago, but in just a few short weeks the landscape at the…
Many of the Glebe's finest eateries came together for dinner on Thursday night, giving attendees a taste of why the Ottawa neighbourhood's food scene is so in-demand.-
Planning, preparation and execution minimize inconvenience to customers
A holiday season hounded by bitterly cold temperatures didn’t stop dozens of artists and arts supporters from bundling up and heading over to the Annual New Year’s Levee hosted by the AOE Arts…
Volunteers with the Caring and Sharing Exchange were busier than Santa’s sleep-deprived elves on deadline as they packed hundreds of food hampers on Wednesday morning for delivery to families and…
With the Christmas shopping rush in full swing, the subject of retail was all the rage at the Canadian Club of Ottawa’s final luncheon for the season, held at the Fairmont Château Laurier on…
The 2017 edition of the EIC-PEI saw an impressive array of concepts that showcased students’ wide interests and talents.
There were dreidels, donuts and dancing awaiting the nearly 100 attendees of the Chanukah Ball organized Saturday by the Jewish Federation of Ottawa’s Emerging Generation division.
From a company that welcomes dogs at work to a business that literally breaks down barriers with wall-free office space, the efforts made by bosses to keep their employees happy were celebrated at…
Twenty federal departments and agencies will set aside one per cent of their R&D budgets to purchase goods and services from startups, the Liberal government said Thursday.
Before Techopia Live took a break for the holidays, the show crashed L-Spark’s…
High-calibre team plans to double the company in 10 years
After a strong year that saw You.i TV rack up…
The only way the Christmas Cheer Breakfast could've been more festive was for snowflakes to start falling gently from the ceiling of the Westin…
The idea for Russell Ure’s latest venture came in the midst of a snowstorm.
An invite-only crowd of about 200 got a sneak peek at the four-storey-high Christmas tree, in all its glam and glory, during a holiday party hosted Wednesday by the National Gallery of Canada (NGC…
An “explosion” in the size of video files and changes in the way we host data have reinvigorated an Ottawa tech company’s file transfer specialties.
For many entrepreneurs the idea of mapping out a year-long budget for your business can sound pretty pointless. Things rarely go according to plan anyway, so why bother?
A California-based optical networks company flew several of its executives to Canada’s capital this week to announce an expansion of the firm’s “fastest-growing” R&D lab and kick off…
Year two of SaaS North nearly doubled the exhibitors’ space and inspired a fresh crop of startups, but organizers and attendees say the Ottawa-based conference has a bigger ambition: turning…
Not only was it a meal fit for every Who in Whoville, but the 10th anniversary of the Grinch Dinner raised a considerable sum of money – $40,750 – for the Shepherds of Good Hope, a non-profit…
Ottawa law firm Mann Lawyers opened its doors to clients and colleagues Tuesday night by hosting a party to show off its warm and welcoming new office space.
Bring on the mince pies and mistletoe.
For those obsessed with getting the potted plant on their desks in just the right location to block out an annoying coworker, this episode of…
Two well-known women – Jessica Mulroney and Melinda Karlsson – teamed up Tuesday for the launch of a grassroots initiative that brings joy and happiness each…
If you go back to the earliest archives of Techopia Live from a year ago, you’ll find one of our first interviews…
You could feel the excitement and tension in the room as players waited in anticipation for the next number to be called, their daubers poised in midair over their cards.
You might say that Dhadkan has a heart of gold, following its Midas Touch-themed benefit dinner held Friday at the new Infinity Convention Centre.
Partial proceeds from private school gala will provide financial assistance to deserving students
Hundreds of guests flock to see new exhibits and changes made to national museum
If everyone is stressed, there’s a market in relaxing them. That’s the simple pitch behind Mindbliss, a guided meditation and mindfulness app.
Three sisters raise awareness over youth homelessness after the oldest comes face-to-face with a teenage girl begging for change outside their neighbourhood grocery store.
10 p.m.: John Ruddy reflects on a lifetime of achievements
To close the evening, Trinity Group founder John Ruddy took to the podium to reflect on his career and pay…
Tandem’s conversion technology recycles CO2 emissions into more palatable byproducts such as calcium carbonate, a key ingredient in paint and toothpaste.
Don't worry, nobody blew their child’s college fund or lost their home at the Welch Grand Casino Night held Wednesday at the Shaw Centre.
For the first time in more than 100 years, the public will have access to Chaudière Falls thanks to an expansion of Energy Ottawa’s Chaudière Falls hydroelectric facility.
Your sales reps always want more leads, but adding more leads doesn’t always garner more revenue. So how do you create more opportunities with the leads you have?
Briana Kim got to stand proud on the culinary podium at Thursday’s Gold Medal Plates, an annual gala that celebrates excellence in food, drink, entertainment and athletics in…
If you’re hoping for a preview of the 2017 CEO of the Year’s acceptance speech, Calian…
Single working mother Annie Aningmiuq tried saving enough money for a down payment on a home for her and her son. But, as is often the case, life kept getting in the way.
Techopia Live put the lights on Spectrafy this week, an Ottawa-based startup with the federal government’s seal of approval.
Not only do the Malhotras throw a really good party, but they make it look so easy.
Strapped with lessons learned from their previous cohorts, L-Spark’s Leo Lax and Jamie Petten dropped by…
Movember madness got off to a good, clean (shaven) start at Capital Barber Shop, where supporters of the month-long fundraising and awareness campaign for men’s health helped to kick it off on…
Tasked last spring with bringing Canada’s analog public sector into the digital age, chief information officer Alex Benay sat down…
There’s a talent shortage out there.
Celebrating five years of bringing the world’s entrepreneurs to Ottawa, TiECon Canada returns to Canada’s capital this week with an…
The Ottawa Hospital Gala is a staggeringly beautiful evening that draws together a community of business people and influencers while celebrating Ottawa researchers who are pushing back the…
Commonly known as 'The Phils,' awards take place at the Shaw Centre on Tuesday, Nov. 14.
It was come one, come all to the greatest shindig in town.
Silicon Valley, a land of dreamers, seems at first glance like the perfect place to build a company working with “magic internet money.” But Bitaccess CEO and co-founder Moe Adham told Techopia…
A giant rock-carving machine will soon be rumbling beneath city streets as a massive sewage storage tunnel takes shape.
It’s been scientifically proven that getting outside has a profound effect on the brain.
The oath taken by Special Olympic athletes is said to have originally come from the gladiators of Ancient Rome, as they entered the arena saying: “Let me win.
The National Arts Centre has never looked as fresh and modern as it does today, thanks to a $110-million facelift that’s left areas of the…
Techopia Live’s Wednesday line-up was full of guests fed up with the status quo.
Along the bonny banks of the Ottawa River, government officials from both Scotland and Canada gathered Monday during our sesquicentennial anniversary to celebrate 150 years of friendship between…
Jonathan Gagne’s outlook changed in unexpected ways the first time he tried on a virtual reality headset.
Three members of Ottawa Indo-Canadian community inducted into Hall of Fame.
The high ambitions of Gatineau marijuana producer Hydropothecary (TSX-V:THCX) won’t stop at…
It’s always an upstream battle to protect our country’s wild Atlantic salmon population but the proceeds hauled in from Wednesday's 21st Annual Ottawa Fall Run Dinner will help the Atlantic Salmon…
A self-driving car made its way down a public street in Kanata on Thursday afternoon – a Canadian first that puts Ottawa in the driver’s seat when it comes to being an autonomous vehicle…
In the midst of great success and innovation, it’s easy to lose sight of the sacrifices that entrepreneurs make when they set out to launch a business.
Kanata’s credentials as the autonomous vehicle capital of Canada will get a major boost tomorrow during the country’s first test of a…
At the Trail Road landfill in south Ottawa, one resident’s trash becomes another person’s energy.
If your business is not growing, odds are it is slowly dying. In my years as a CEO, I’ve seen the early warning signs of both scenarios.
When you drop the name “Ottawa Salus” in the general community, you’re more likely to get blank stares and radio silence than nods of recognition and affirmation.
With current fines and penalties proving to be…
She’s only just arrived in town and already new German Ambassador Sabine Sparwasser was involved Wednesday night with a very important diplomatic matter: tapping a barrel of beer…
Building a better working world is EY’s purpose. The global professional services firm strives to increase confidence and trust in business, and build communities that are stronger than ever.
Local companies including SimWave and Lumbec will be showcasing their work when museum reopens Nov. 17.
More than 250 people packed Babylon Nightclub to cheer on the lawyers-turned-musicians, raising at least $7,000 for the local food bank.
It's from humble beginnings that Emond Harnden LLP has grown into the largest labour and employment firm in Eastern Ontario, and one of the leading firms in the country.
Fresh off Martello Technologies’ listing on the Profit 500 list, CEO Bruce Linton told Techopia Live the coming year will likely see the firm make an acquisition or two and possibly even launch a…
Mizrahi Developments’ stunning presentation gallery proved itself more than just a pretty face Tuesday by serving as a party venue to thank supporters of the recent National Arts Centre Gala.
The Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation was fortunate to have a committed group of businesspeople in its corner for this year's Fight for the Cure, a popular charity boxing fundraiser that leaves…
Two Ottawa execs reflected on their firms’ 20-year anniversaries on Techopia Live this week.
Techopia Live dug into the federal government’s proposed tax changes for small business owners this week.
The afternoon event was a reception for members of the Royal’s Women for Mental Health (WFMH), an all-female philanthropic initiative. It started in 2011 with 21 founders. They recruited more women,…
Gold Medal Plate winner Joe Thottungal, chef and owner of the Coconut Lagoon, can now add another prestigious title to his collection: Sandwich Sovereign of Ottawa.
Sold-out event hosted by tech giant Terry Matthews' Brookstreet Hotel, Wesley Clover Foundation.
On the eve of his first full season as president and CEO of the Ottawa Senators, Tom Anselmi laid out a vision for turning the team into a…
Five-hour fundraiser at downtown Ottawa restaurant raises $15,000 for new cardiac CT scanner.
It’s the week before Christmas, at the height of the holiday shopping rush.
Ottawa-based discount retailer supports Ride for Dad at men’s fashion show
This week, Techopia Live sat down with frank.
Dr. Ian Stiell leads The Ottawa Hospital Emergency Medicine Research Group and is an active emergency room physician and clinical epidemiologist.
Techopia Live dealt with some dense topics this week – literally – as Giatec founder Aali Alizadeh joined us to talk about how the company is hoping to “revolutionize the concrete…
If you’re the owner of a recreational vehicle that gets to stretch its legs for a few weeks each year but spends the rest of the time in the garage, an Ottawa startup has an idea for you…
As a parent searching for activities and lessons for his five-year-old son, Fadi Ghaby would use his local park as a search engine.
Serial founder, entrepreneur and “trouble maker” (his words, not ours) Steve Cody dropped by Techopia Live to talk about the lessons he…
For three years, Ottawa-based ChangeJar has been on a quest for change.
In the debut episode of Techopia Live from KRP Properties, Jim Roche – president and CEO of Stratford Managers – came aboard to…
Techopia Live took to the skies this week to hear from local firms about the opportunities for drone pilots and the restrictions concerning entrepreneurs.
On the surface, Assent Compliance appears to be chasing a niche market.
Industry veteran explains the thinking behind the purchase, Mitel’s M&A strategy and why businesses are losing interest in managing their phone and communication systems in-house.
Techopia was on the road again this week, dropping by the Rideau Street offices of PageCloud for HackerNest – an international non-profit running self-described “unpretentious tech…
On Jan. 3, Ottawa was hit with its first major winter storm of the new year.
As Canadians, we’re often interested – some would argue obsessed – with how we’re viewed from abroad.
2002 CEO of the Year remembered for "incredible ability to get people onto his team"
In a follow-up to Techopia's feature on the 5G buzz in Ottawa, Ritch Dusome – CENGN's president and CEO – and Rob Cameron,…
Canada really took one for the team, suffering through a soggy sesquicentennial on July 1 so that our friends to the south could enjoy a glorious Independence Day.
A group of bright-eyed entrepreneurs got a brush with royalty after Prince Charles dropped into Ottawa-based e-commerce giant Shopify while visiting the nation’s capital during…
Royal watchers don't mess around.
In this video blog, student Darren Fleming shares his impressions of San Francisco as well as his classmates’ reaction to presentations on how Nike…
Ottawa-based Learn Leap Fly is among 11 semifinalists in an international competition designed to discover how technology can improve access to education for hundreds of millions of…
Fury for the Heart raises $50,000 for hospital's campaign to buy specialized cardiac CT scanner.
This week, Techopia Live was joined by Steve Byrne, CEO of Thinkwrap Commerce.
How fitting that there were grey skies, to go with the Grey Cup-winning RedBlacks' season home opener, during a year that will see the Grey Cup…
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For entrepreneurs and designers with a vision, a new workshop in town aims to be the one-stop shop for turning ideas into reality.
One minute, a sold-out crowd of 600 is sitting itself down in a ballroom for dinner and, the next, it’s surrounded by dancers masquerading as forest creatures, moving with such pride, passion and…
The Canadian economy has followed a slow and uneven growth path since the oil shock and we expect only a modest acceleration of economic growth in 2017.
Techopia Live’s producer Craig Lord (who is definitely not also writing this post) took the hotseat this week to talk about the biggest Ottawa…
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Hydro Ottawa is committed to staying at the forefront of “green” energy and non-polluting technologies.
An eager and ecstatic group of young entrepreneurs was out to prove that Ottawa isn’t just a government town, but a city full of big dreams worth chasing, at Friday’s 20th annual…
Few fundraisers in Ottawa have gone the distance quite like Ringside for Youth XXIII, an annual dinner and boxing night that’s raised millions of dollars for the Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa.
It had everything but the freeze-frame cap toss at the end of the movie: L-Spark grads walked across the stage Tuesday night, but pitched their…
Evening raises $420,000 for Hellenic Community and Queensway Carleton Hospital
The 2017 edition of the Branham300, an annual list of the top Canadian public and private ICT companies ranked by gross revenue, is a Capital bummer.
Medical professionals sometimes refer to the “pillars” of cancer treatment. Until recently there have been four pillars: surgery, radiotherapy, traditional chemotherapy, and precision therapy.
Twinkle Gala draws business leaders, philanthropists to make fundraising history for Ottawa HospitalAll the stars aligned for the Twinkle Gala, creating a magical and flawless evening that unfolded Thursday in the the Rockcliffe Park backyard party paradise belonging to Ottawa tech pioneer
Ottawa Fury soccer team to participate in unique fundraiser, set for June 25
L-Spark's SaaS Showcase is just more than a week away, when the Kanata accelerator touts the best of its cohort of companies in an event that is both pitchfest and celebration.
From hail to heat waves, Ottawa couturier Frank Sukhoo has seen it all while hosting his annual outdoor fashion show for Cornerstone Housing for Women.
When Josh Zaret said he was throwing a “fun, casual pizza party” to celebrate the official launch of Gemstone Corporation’s new office building, design centre and showroom, he…
The drones, tech and armoured vehicles of Canada's largest defense and security trade show rolled through Ottawa this week at CANSEC 2017.
There’s no room at the Ottawa Riverkeeper Gala for fairweather friends. That’s because it’s the kind of outdoor gala where one happily attends, rain or shine; it’s just that much fun.
Jim Reklitis is quick to admit that he’s not a gifted golfer, but what he lacks on the golf course he's made up for in his leadership role with the annual Fuller Keon Golf…
As Canadian demographics shift towards an aging population, Ottawa organizations are putting the focus on youth to ensure our local talent has the skills necessary to build business success.
Pasta dinner and light stretching aside, the best way to prepare for this year's Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend was to hang out with the consummately entertaining and insanely talented …
Award-winning Linebox is behind St. Charles Market design
Here’s something new: Lawyers backstabbing one another. No, no, I mean it. Literally. With a knife, in cold-blooded murder.
The real challenge for a lawyer is how well they can serve as their client’s champion.
Governor General David Johnston delivered opening remarks at the inaugural gala and awards ceremony
Even one of our country’s most famous moms, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, acknowledges that it’s not an easy job.
The Canada Science and Technology Museums Corp.
The shovel hasn’t even hit the ground and already Mizrahi Developments was making its mark on Ottawa with the grand opening for its new luxury boutique condominium, 1451 Wellington.
It was a paparazzo’s playground at the Château Laurier on Wednesday as cabinet ministers and members of parliament, business leaders, household-name journalists and notable authors came together…
There’s nothing like powering up in the morning with a cancer-fighting breakfast, served with a side order of hope and inspiration.
University of Ottawa engineering students did away with the dioramas and baking soda volcanoes this week as the faculty put on a science fair like no other.
Digital storyteller Melanie Coulson took to the TEDx Kanata stage this spring to, what else, tell stories.
While we've all heard stories about family businesses gone bad (think McCain Foods and its bitter succession feud), family-owned firms are the bedrock of communities and the backbone of economies…
For the past 10 years, Graham Macmillan has dedicated his time and energy to giving all kids in our community equal access to opportunities and possibilities, through his leadership as chair of the…
You could almost smell salt air coming from the Speaker’s Salon in Centre Block of Parliament Hill on Wednesday as supporters of Citizen Advocacy got together for a hot bowl of chowder and to…
For a sexy event, it wasn’t a sexy cause: oral health.
With the Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend just around the bend, runners and non-runners alike were reminded Tuesday night of what they’re capable of achieving, whether it’s pushing one’s body to the…
Recognizing the Westin Ottawa nearly 10 years ago for its innovative conservation projects and strong environmental leadership, Hydro Ottawa continues to work with the downtown hotel as it becomes…
Within the space of a month, we saw a new “Innovation and Skills” budget as well as a bill to legalize the recreational use of marijuana.
The 28th annual Elmwood School Gala won me over with its title alone: Ahead by a Century.
TD Place is about to become home to a new piece of art that celebrates our nation’s major milestone birthday and also has the distinction of having raised thousands of dollars to help children and…
The midweek slump is about to take a tasty turn for the better as legions of Ottawa residents prepare to do something so simple for charity: Dine out this Wednesday, April 26.
Fresh of a countrywide “Innovation Nation” tour, Microsoft Canada’s John Weigelt was feeling nostalgic for the early days of confederation.
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“John, where is the Fintech market going?”
While researchers and innovators may have fallen under the spell of science and technology, many more are seemingly disenchanted by the field, observes Ottawa high school student Mathilde Papillon…
If you follow the news, it seems restaurants close and open in this town faster than a kitchen swinging door.
The Horticulture Building at Lansdowne Park got a little sweeter Saturday as it played host to Ottawa’s first urban…
All eyes were on a group of Ottawa doctors who performed under extremely stressful conditions, surrounded by bright…
When Karen Secord used to hear the word “innovation” she would often think of high tech,…
Capital Gaming Expo’s new owner hit the reboot button on the annual event this past weekend, bringing Ottawa’s gaming community together with industry leaders from inside and outside the city.
Music industry players and special guests gathered at the Shaw Centre for a private awards dinner ceremony
With bragging rights at stake, a group of Ottawa lawyers swapped their advocacy for aprons to participate in United Way…
One of Ottawa’s oldest charity auctions has been brought back by popular demand.
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Increased collaboration. Higher productivity. Lower turnover.
Increased collaboration. Higher productivity. Lower turnover.
You’ve got to love party swag that’s not only practical but essential, such as the grey tuques handed out to some 1,400 ticket holders for the Red Bull Crashed Ice VIP party held at the Château…
Jeri Campbell, wife of Ottawa RedBlacks head coach Rick Campbell, was among roughly 100 women helping to raise money for victims of domestic abuse during a party held Friday at…
Executive chef Jesse Bell has been working diligently over the past year toward the opening of The Albion Rooms’ new Heritage Room Gastropub, located at the Novotel Ottawa on Nicholas Street.
While most towns have to cheer through to springtime to get the Stanley Cup, Ottawa just had to wait for it to celebrate a milestone birthday.
If anybody should have been dancing a happy jig at the Irish Canadian Saint Patrick’s Week Luncheon it should have been…
It was a night of panama hats, mojito cocktails and Cuban cigars (the chocolate kind) at the St.
Let’s be honest: If given the choice, most of us would spend the entire day in our pajamas.
Honorary award recipient Sharon Johnston and her husband, Governor General David Johnston, put the Royal in Royal Ottawa Mental Health Care and Research by…
The 2016 CEO of the Year recipient has been heading Ross Video since 2006,…
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“Danny, where do I start to identify and address the cybersecurity risks to my small or mid-sized business?”
A review of the CVs of Ottawa’s entrepreneurs will demonstrate that it is a group full of fresh ideas and that loves to pursue new opportunities. The passion for starting a new business…
The international medical community was turned upside down in 1895.
An employee may be disciplined, and even terminated for cause, where his or her off-duty conduct interferes with and prejudices the employer’s business interests and operations, or its reputation…
In anticipation of the upcoming Ottawa 2017 celebrations, InsideTrack approached Guy Laflamme, executive director of the …
“Kegham, as a technology startup, how can I offset the costs of my R&D?”
At first glance, Shirley Westeinde appears to be an eloquent, fashionable and unassuming.
Special Purpose Acquisition Corporations (SPAC) and Capital Pool Companies (CPC) are two capital raising vehicles that can benefit investors and business owners looking to access capital markets…
Jim Roche knows a thing or two about scaling up a business.
“Peter, how will intangible assets, such as goodwill, be taxed differently come the new year?”
Techopia was back on the road this week, dropping in on video production technology firm Ross Video.
There are many techniques and structures that a privately held business owner may consider in planning for the succession of the business. One such succession option is the management buyout.
Dr. Guy J.
“John, how can I mitigate my personal liability as the director of a growing high tech company?”
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Under the International Mobility Program (IMP), companies can temporarily transfer qualified employees to Canada as ‘intra-company transferees’.
Leading a successful business onto the international stage requires strategic vision and a relentless focus on customer needs.
“Gavin, what are some of the tax implications of expanding internationally?”
Increased collaboration. Higher productivity. Lower turnover.
