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Six Reasons to Hire a Co-Op Student
Six Reasons to Hire a Co-Op Student Between artificial intelligence, automation, and hybrid or remote work, the way we work has changed. You may be considering what talent you’ll need to support your organizations for the year ahead. Cooperative education is one of the best and most economical ways organizations can prepare for success. …
Read MoreMessage from OBOT CEO re: Downtown Ottawa
Message from OBOT CEO re: Downtown Ottawa On May 22, 2024 the Ottawa Board of Trade released A Living Capital: Downtown Ottawa Action Agenda, prepared by the Canadian Urban Institute. On behalf of the OBOT board and our economic partners, I am excited to share that after several months of analysis, consultation and research…
Read MoreOttawa Board of Trade Unveils Transformative Action Plan for Downtown Ottawa
Ottawa Board of Trade Unveils Transformative Action Plan for Downtown Ottawa Ottawa – May 22nd, 2024, – Today, the Ottawa Board of Trade, in collaboration with the Canadian Urban Institute is thrilled to announce a landmark initiative that promises to revolutionize downtown Ottawa and the region. The Downtown Ottawa Action Agenda aims to reimagine…
Read MoreOttawa Board of Trade and Ottawa Business Journal Celebrating Young Leaders in the National Capital Region
Ottawa Board of Trade and Ottawa Business Journal Celebrating Young Leaders in the National Capital Region (OTTAWA) – Wednesday, May 1, 2024 – The Ottawa Board of Trade (OBOT) and the Ottawa Business Journal (OBJ) are proud to announce the 2024 cohort of Forty Under 40 award recipients. Recognized as one of the most distinguished…
Read MoreFederal Budget Submission 2024
Federal Budget Submission 2024 February 9, 2024 Minister Freeland Government of Canada Via Email Dear Minister Freeland, Federal Budget 2024 Thank you for the opportunity to submit priorities for the upcoming budget, a key tool to ensure Canada is competitive and able to provide the services Canadians deserve today and in the…
Read MoreChamber: Productivity Must Be Front and Centre in Ontario’s 2024 Budget
Chamber: Productivity Must Be Front and Centre in Ontario’s 2024 Budget Ottawa Board of Trade and Ontario Chamber Releases 2024 Provincial Budget Recommendations (Ottawa – March 14, 2024) – Ontario’s economic prosperity is threatened by inflation, infrastructure backlogs, regulatory barriers, skills gaps, and fears of a slowing economy. To address these challenges, the Ottawa Board…
Read MoreCelebrating International Women’s Day
Celebrating International Women’s Day As we celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8th, the Ottawa Board of Trade (OBOT) recognizes the remarkable contributions of women in our community, particularly through their entrepreneurial endeavours. International Women’s Day is a time-honored tradition that traces its roots back to the early 20th century, a period marked by…
Read MoreOttawa Business Matters hits the airwaves
Ottawa Business Matters hits the airwaves (Ottawa – February 9, 2024) – The Ottawa Board of Trade, in partnership with Rogers tv Ottawa, will launch a new 60-minute weekly show featuring entrepreneurs and executives, elected officials and economic partners on Sunday, February 11 at 9pm. The show, Ottawa Business Matters, hosted by award-winning broadcaster…
Read MoreOttawa Board of Trade and Ottawa Business Journal to celebrate rising business leaders in Canada’s Capital Region
Ottawa Board of Trade and Ottawa Business Journal to celebrate rising business leaders in Canada’s Capital Region (Ottawa – Jan. 9, 2023) – Nominations are now open to determine the 27th cohort of Forty Under 40 recipients in the national capital region. The Forty Under 40 awards are organized by the Ottawa Board of…
Read MoreLetter from Ottawa Board of Trade Ottawa – City Budget
Letter from Ottawa Board of Trade Ottawa – City Budget December 5, 2023 Mayor Sutcliffe, City of Ottawa City of Ottawa Council Members City Hall, City of Ottawa, 110 Laurier Ave West, Ottawa, ON K1P 1J1 Mayor Sutcliffe and City of Ottawa Councillors, Re: Ottawa City Budget 2024 I am writing on behalf…
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