WATCH THE FIRST SHOW!

We're thrilled to launch a new TV show and podcast to showcase the strengths and opportunities in the Ottawa business community. Tune in to Rogers TV Ottawa every Sunday night to watch the show dedicated to telling our Ottawa story.

Be informed about businesses, leaders, and opportunities in our city. Be inspired to support local businesses and causes that drive growth. Influence the community conversation that helps to shape the future of our region.

Hosted by award-winning broadcaster, Sam Laprade, our first episode features conversations with: Sueling Ching, Mayor Mark Sutcliffe, Hugh Gorman, and Sarah Chown. Listen as they share insights on entrepreneurship, the future of downtown Ottawa, and so much more!

The second episode airs Sunday February 18th at 8 PM and features: Sueling Ching, Devinder Chaudary, Erin Benjamin, and Solange Tuyishime. With encore airtimes on Mondays at 11 AM, Wednesdays at 11 AM and Saturdays at 7 PM.

Or tune in to the Ottawa Business Matters podcast every Monday

on your morning commute.

New My Main Street Funding Available

Applications now open!

The federal government announced a $15 million investment to continue the recovery and revitalization of main streets across southern Ontario. This funding will be delivered through two new programs aimed for businesses and community not-for-profit organizations:

• My Main Street Business Sustainability Program: will provide non-repayable contributions of up to $20,000 in direct-to-business funding to support productivity enhancements to businesses located on main streets. Funded projects will include common storefronts such as Restaurants, Coffee Shops, Clothing Stores, Boutiques and many more.

• My Main Street Community Activator Program: will provide non-repayable contributions of up to $250,000 to support up to community not-for-profit projects focused on high-impact placemaking activities. Funded projects will include initiatives such as local markets, festivals and streetscape improvements.

This funding will be delivered via the Canadian Urban Institute. For full details, visit https://www.mymainstreet.ca/

Calling all young leaders in Canada's Capital region!

Have you submitted your Forty Under 40 Nomination yet?

Forty Under 40 is one of the most sought-after and distinguished business awards for young business leaders in Canada's Capital Region. In partnership with the Ottawa Business Journal, we are looking for the next generation of leaders across all sectors of our local economy.

Do you know a rising young business star in Canada's Capital region?

Nominate them today!

SAVE THE DATES!

For Ottawa's most popular events.

Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Horticulture Building

Friday, June 21, 2024

Hilton Lac-Leamy

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 GreyHawk Golf Club

Is your company one of Ottawa's Best Places to Work?

Find out by registering for Best Places to Work 2024, a research project by the Ottawa Board of Trade and Ottawa Business Journal. Benchmark your HR practices, gain valuable insights, and boost employee engagement! Register today!

Are You a FAN of Supporting Local?

Our free member market that helps you take advantage of savings and supporting local businesses to a whole new level. Use your unique code to unlock exclusive deals and give your employees full access to all available discounts. Follow the Ottawa Board of Trade on FanSaves and start saving today! Not sure what your unique code is? Email melissa.howell@ottawabot.ca

Looking to post a deal to FanSaves? It's easy! In a few simple steps, you can begin offering and promoting Exclusive Deals, Public Deals and Flash Deals.

THANK YOU RENEWING MEMBERS!

The Ottawa Board of Trade is an independent, non partisan, purpose driven not-for-profit, with a 165-year track record of advocating for business, economic growth and community prosperity. Please reach out and say THANK YOU to our members who ensure Ottawa has a strong voice of business at every level of government.

• A.W. Vaughn Maintenance Services
• Bytown Ventures
• ChangeForward Inc.
• EandS Management Services Ltd
• FlexNetworks

• Hertford Advisors
• JP Gravel Construction Inc.
• MARANT Construction Limited
• Pogue & Trenholm, Optometrists
• Solimpex