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Bank of Canada holds key interest rate steady at 2.25% in soft economy
The Bank of Canada held its benchmark interest rate steady Wednesday and forecasts a gradual economic recovery from the U.S. tariff shock. The policy rate
Ottawa ranks high in Canada for office-to-residential conversions, realtor says
Ottawa has become a leader in office-to-residential conversions over the past few years, according to one local real estate observer.
‘Prenup of business law’: Reasonable expectations in shareholder disputes
The scenario: You’re a 60 per cent shareholder. Your business partner holds the other 40 per cent. And you’ve just found a third party who
Here are the words and phrases you should banish from your workplace communications
We’ve all heard them. Those buzzwords and catch phrases that are so often part of the corporate vocabulary in many workplaces. But one Ottawa professional
Bank of Canada expected to keep key rate steady this week — and maybe all year long
Many economists expect no change in the Bank of Canada’s benchmark interest rate later this week — and, possibly, for the rest of the year.
Cyclic Materials raises US$75M in Series C and other news from around the region
Cyclic Materials raises US$75 million in Series C round Cyclic Materials has closed an over-subscribed US$75 million Series C equity round, its largest to date,
Ottawa Tourism increasingly looking to private investors to support projects in the city
Ottawa Tourism is borrowing from the tech sector’s playbook as it looks for ways to attract more private investment in projects that will make the city an even more appealing
Techopia Live: What is Ottawa’s next big thing?
In the fast-paced tech sector, the prevailing question is this: who is the next big thing? In Ottawa, that distinction is determined, in part, by an awards program. In late
Gallery: Gold Hearts Gala – Mayor Mark Sutcliffe Charity Ball
The Gold Hearts Gala—Mayor Mark Sutcliffe’s Charity Ball—was a standout evening that brought together community leaders and supporters for an important cause. The event raised more than $375,000 in support
Desjardins Elevator Pitch Competition drives entrepreneurial energy at uOttawa
In uOttawa’s Desjardins Elevator Pitch Competition, a single team member stands before the judges, pitching for three minutes, fielding questions for five. There are no
We ask former TV anchor Graham Richardson about his new perspective on world events
Graham Richardson knows how to spot a good story, and in an era of information overload, he’s putting those skills to work to help businesses grab the public’s attention.
Zellers plans national expansion of new store format that could bring ‘Zellers 3.0’ to Ottawa
Canadian discount retailer Zellers may be making a comeback in Ottawa as the brand pursues national expansion following the success of its new Edmonton store. In late October, Zellers opened
Five big things that could impact tourism in Ottawa
According to the president and CEO of Ottawa Tourism, 2025 was a banner year in the city. Here are five things with the potential to shape the tourism sector in
‘We want to see something beautiful’: NCC CEO gives update on LeBreton Flats project
The CEO of the National Capital Commission says the NCC and the Ottawa Senators continue to move forward with plans for an arena and entertainment centre at LeBreton Flats. Speaking
