Your Ottawa Board of Trade
We are the voice of business in Ottawa, representing enterprises of all sizes and from across all sectors since 1857.
As a key economic development partner in the National Capital Region, OBOT advocates for collaborative and sustainable community prosperity, supports businesses at every stage of growth, and champions Ottawa as the best place to live, work, learn, play, visit and invest.
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Ottawa Businesses Under Pressure: Local Entrepreneurs Absorb Rising Costs to Prioritize Customers and Community Growth
New data from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s Business Data Lab Q2 2025 Insights shows that local businesses in Ottawa are under growing financial pressure: 52% are concerned about inflation 89% are worried about rising input and supply costs Yet only 23% plan to raise prices over the next three months Local entrepreneurs are prioritizing…
Announcement: A Warm Welcome to our New Board of Directors for 2025/2026
Last night, the Ottawa Board of Trade proudly hosted our 168th Annual General Meeting and reception at the NCC River House. We came together to celebrate our members, reflect on all that we’ve accomplished together over the past year, and share what’s next for OBOT. A new Board of Directors for 2025/2026 was also elected…
Statement on the Redevelopment of 110 O’Connor
The Ottawa Board of Trade welcomes the redevelopment of 110 O’Connor as a critical step in the transformation of downtown Ottawa. This project aligns with our Downtown Ottawa Action Plan, which calls for increasing residential density and building a people-centered urban core. Transforming former office buildings into housing-including affordable housing and mixed-use developments like business,…
Statement on the Throne Speech by King Charles III
The Ottawa Board of Trade is honoured to mark the historic visit of His Majesty King Charles III to Ottawa, Canada’s Capital City, for the ceremonial opening of Parliament. We commend the government’s priorities, which reflect the aspirations and urgent needs of businesses and communities across the country. Congratulations and thank you for advancing a new industrial…
Statement In Response to the Ontario Budget 2025
The Ottawa Board of Trade congratulates the Government of Ontario on the release of its 2025 Budget-an important step in protecting Ontario’s economic future. As the voice of business in Ontario’s second-largest city and a critical economic engine for the province, we are encouraged to see a strong commitment to investments that enhance competitiveness, resilience,…
Announcement: New Director, Business & Community Partnerships
The Ottawa Board of Trade is pleased to announce the appointment of Kara Higdon as our new Director, Business & Community Partnerships. Kara brings over 15 years of experience in partnerships, external affairs, and stakeholder relations to her new role. Most recently, as Director, Bayview Yards Growth and Success at Invest Ottawa, she led partnership…