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Assent acquires German company in rising software star’s first-ever M&A move

Ottawa software powerhouse Assent has pulled the trigger on its first-ever acquisition, buying a German company in a bid to broaden its customer base and expand its footprint across the Atlantic. Assent said Thursday it has closed a deal to acquire iPoint, a firm headquartered in Reutlingen, Germany that specializes...
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After two-plus decades steering one of Ottawa’s leading convention centres through major redevelopments, technological revolutions and more than one economic crisis, Dan Young is ready for the slower pace of retirement.
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Department of National Defence acquires two office, industrial properties for $59M

The Department of National Defence has acquired two office and industrial properties at 1600 and 1630 Star Top Rd. from Arnon Corp. for $59 million, a DND spokesperson confirmed this week.
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To help showcase the 2026 Forty Under 40 recipients, OBJ and the Ottawa Board of Trade produced several video profiles. In this video, we asked the Forty Under 40 recipients about what they like about living and doing business in Ottawa. Want to read more about the 2026 Forty Under 40? Check out OBJ’s June magazine, which includes features and profiles on all the recipients. Read the digital edition here: https://issuu.com/greatrivermedia/docs/obj_flagship_june_2026?fr=sMTU4NzkxNTQ5MjQ Nominations for 2027 will open in June. Check this website for updates: https://fortyunder40.smapply.io/prog/forty_under_40_online_nomination_process/ #FortyUnder40 #OttawaBusinessJournal #OttawaBoardOfTrade #OttawaBusiness #OttawaLeaders #BusinessCommunity #BehindTheScenes
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Minto Place to get makeover under new management team at Crown Realty

Toronto-based Crown Realty Partners announced this week it has taken over management of Minto Place effective July 1.
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Château Montebello bidders would build 125 new suites, pump up to $150M into resort, Devcore owner says

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A Croatia-based drone manufacturer says it plans to spend $150 million over the next five years to expand two production facilities in Canada, including a plant in Ottawa, to meet growing demand for its products.

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