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Ottawa Unlimited Responds to Federal Government Identifying Alto High-Speed Rail Train As Project of National Significance
September 11, 2025 – Ottawa ON – Ottawa Unlimited welcomes the federal government’s decision to identify the Alto High-Speed Rail project as a project of national significance under consideration by the new Major Projects Office. This is a defining moment for Canada as we look to build transformative infrastructure that will drive prosperity, strengthen connections,…
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New Data About Resident Views on Downtown Now Available at LivingCapitalOttawa.ca
OBOT is pleased to share the latest update in our ongoing journey to revitalize Ottawa’s city core via the Downtown Ottawa Action Agenda. Valuable data from an August 2025 public opinion poll on Resident Views and Experiences of Downtown Ottawa, conducted by Abacus Data, has now been added to the newly refreshed LivingCapitalOttawa.ca website, home…
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Transforming the National Capital Region: 4 Strategic Priorities
To: National Capital Region Caucus From: Association Provinciale des Constructeurs d’Habitation du Québec Inc. – Région de l’Outaouais Chambre de commerce de Gatineau Invest Ottawa Ottawa Board of Trade Ottawa International Airport Authority Ottawa Tourism Tourisme Outaouais Date: August 12th, 2025 Context In July 2025, the Federal National Capital Region Caucus convened key economic…
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Ottawa Board of Trade Response to the City of Ottawa’s 2026 Budget Directions
The Ottawa Board of Trade (OBOT) commends the City of Ottawa for its commitment to transparency and consultation with the release of the 2026 Budget Directions. The city budget is our community’s blueprint for prosperity, shaping business competitiveness, community confidence, and long-term economic growth. It is understood that Council must balance economic uncertainty and fiscal…
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Insights from Building the Workforce for Ottawa’s Defence Innovation Hub
On August 19, 2025, the Ottawa Board of Trade convened leaders from government, academia, and industry for a pivotal panel discussion on Building the Workforce for Ottawa’s Defence Innovation Hub. As Ottawa navigates major structural changes – from looming federal public service cuts to the rise of AI and shifting global markets – our city…
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Talent Roundtable with Minister Nolan Quinn
The Ottawa Board of Trade proudly hosted a special roundtable with the Honourable Nolan Quinn, Ontario’s Minister of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security, about how Ontario can produce more competitive graduates to drive innovation and economic growth. OBOT business, academia, healthcare, and research members came together at Ottawa City Hall to discuss this important…
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Live Tracking of the Downtown Ottawa Action Agenda’s Progress Now Available on a Refreshed LivingCapitalOttawa.ca
Ottawa is making notable progress on its transformative agenda to reimagine and revitalize the city’s core by adding 40,000 new residents, creating 50,000 jobs, and attracting $500 million in catalytic projects to foster a diverse, resilient, and vibrant downtown. We’re thrilled to announce the relaunch of LivingCapitalOttawa.ca – a central platform for tracking real-time progress…
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OBOT Job Opportunity: Coordinator, Membership and Events
Are you a detail-oriented, customer-focused professional with a knack for event logistics, member engagement, and database management? If so, we want you to join our dynamic team! In this role, you will play a pivotal part in maintaining and enhancing the experience of our valued members, while contributing to the growth of our community. Your…
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Ottawa Board of Trade Responds to LeBreton Flats Agreement of Purchase
August 11, 2025 – Ottawa ON – For more than fifty years, the Ottawa Board of Trade has been a steadfast advocate for the development of LeBreton Flats as a transformative economic driver for Ottawa. Today’s announcement by the National Capital Commission and Capital Sports Development Inc., confirming an agreement of purchase and sale for…
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Powering Ottawa’s Future: Hydro Ottawa & The Ottawa Board of Trade
Hydro Ottawa Group is a private company that is 100 per cent owned by the City of Ottawa and whose strategic business lines include electricity distribution, renewable energy generation, energy solutions, telecommunications and utility services. As a future-powered energy provider and partner in key green energy projects, Hydro Ottawa Group is committed to innovation, community, and sustainability. It owns and operates…
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