Saturday's storm caused extensive damage to neighbourhoods across the city. On behalf of our board and staff team, we thank everyone at Hydro Ottawa, Hydro One, the frontline workers, and city staff as they work to restore power, clear debris, and keep us safe. And thank you to all Ottawa residents and businesses who continue to support their neighbours and the communities who were affected. We are stronger together. Many local businesses are impacted, please be kind, buy local and donate to local causes including food banks, if you are able. 
Together Let's #BuildUpOttawa 

The Ottawa Board of Trade is calling on leaders to BUILD UP OTTAWA! Through innovative investments that drive growth for an inclusive and sustainability economy. Now is the time to grow our city, for our future and the next generation.

With only one week until the Ontario election, it’s time to let candidates know how they can help #BuildUpOttawa. Make your voice heard – check out our website for social media shareables which you can post on your own social channels. And remember to tag #BuildUpOttawa.
Are you an Ottawa SME? Pick up your Free Rapid Test Kits
It's quick. It's easy. It's free.

Businesses with under 150 employees can access FREE rapid antigen tests! Help your customers and employees feel safe at work with our Workforce Confidence Initiative. Participating businesses can now book a pick-up appointment at one of two TCC Canada locations!
LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER
Ottawa Business Growth Survey Launch
Tuesday May 31, 2022 | The Nicol Building - Sprott School of Business, Carleton University

The results are in! Join Ottawa Business Journal and the Ottawa Board of Trade for the launch of the 2022 Welch Ottawa Business Growth Survey. Be the first to learn what hundreds of local business owners and executives anticipate in the next year.

WHY YOU SHOULD ATTEND:

  • Get an update on local business confidence
  • Understand how the pandemic is impacting different sectors
  • Gain insight in the work-from-anywhere trend and its effect on commercial real estate and the downtown core
  • Hear from prominent local business leaders on issues that are critical to the region's success
The Future of Ottawa Starts Now
Monday, June 6, 2022 | Horticulture Building - Lansdowne | 8:00 AM

The last two years of change and challenge has revealed many opportunities for growing, learning, and planning for a better future. One that requires a high level of collaboration, innovation, and strategic investments. Now is the time to be bold and create an environment that leverages the ingenuity and success of business to drive community health and prosperity.

Together, we have the opportunity to build on our strengths, address our challenges and be the thriving world class city we have the potential to be.

All we need is you! We need you to join the conversation about our future, share your insights and enthusiasm for our great city and tell the world to come to Ottawa. And it is all happening at the City Building Summit 2022: Reimagine Ottawa.

Who should attend?
  • Business owners and managers, corporate executives and senior directors
  • Volunteers and leaders working in the broader public sectors and non profits
  • Decision makers and managers at the municipal, provincial and federal levels
  • Community members interested in diversity and inclusion, sustainability, our economy
  • Leaders and future leaders interested in making a difference in our community
Calling all Ottawa Business Leaders!
Join the 2022 Run for Women Ottawa

Your Ottawa Board of Trade invites you to join our team for the 2022 Run for Women in support of women’s mental health at The Royal. Your support will help expand access to gender-specific mental health research and care for women in Ottawa.

Thank you to the business leaders that have already help support this important initiative.
An Exclusive Offer for your Business and Employees 

Ottawa Board of Trade members can now access exclusive banking offers to help you grow your business and fantastic perks for your employee, including:

  • Members who transfer their services to Meridian will enjoy no-fee daily banking for a year, 30% off service fees, a $200 welcome bonus, and access to market-leading equipment leasing and financing options;
  • Employees of businesses who sign up can access a personal or wealth management banking offer worth over $800.

Meridian has everything you need – chequing and savings accounts, credit cards, cash management solutions, mortgages, loans, alternative financing options, and more!
FUN! FAST! FOCUSED!

What are you waiting for? Join your Ottawa Board of Trade at the next 5 Connections at 5 on Wednesday June 22nd. 

Come network with your business community. Thank you to our proud member sponsor Head Office Ottawa for hosting us at their beautiful space! 

Registration now open for both current and future members!
Space is limited.
Promote Your Business| Build Your Brand | Support Your Community
Special Thanks to our Community Partners!