Downtown Ottawa Business Relief Fund Now Open
Deadline to apply is April 30, 2022

Eligible businesses can apply for $1,000 to $15,000 to manage operational costs incurred during the blockade that are not covered by other government programs.

IMPORTANT: Funds will be distributed to eligible businesses on a first-come, first-serve basis until the funds are exhausted. Do not delay as funds are limited.
Mayor's Breakfast with Andrii Bukvych, Chargé d'Affaires at the Ukrainian Embassy

When: March 25, 2022
Where: Ottawa City Hall - Jean Pigott
7:00 am - 8:00 am: Networking
8:00 am - 9:00am: City Hall Updates & Keynote Presentation
CALLING ALL WOMEN.
Leaders. Founders. Owners. Team Members.
Join inspiring mentors and a supportive community for a unique, dynamic hybrid event designed to inspire and equip women leaders of main street - and get actionable insights you can put to work to strengthen your business during these unprecedented times and tomorrow.  Connect with other main street women leaders and mentors to discuss key topics and challenges - and get on-the-spot mentorship safely and managed in-person at Bayview Yards, or online.  
CANADA IN ONE CITY
The Power of Brand Reputation in Economic Recovery

ATTENTION: ALL BUSINESS LEADERS!
Join us and be inspired about Ottawa - Canada in One City. We will meet with international speakers and have insightful panel discussions with local business leaders. This session will dive into resiliency in tourism destinations, the importance of a united brand in economic recovery. We will share insights on how to rebuild and strengthen brand reputation within communities.

When: March 29, 2022
Where: The Westin Ottawa
1:00 – 4:00pm: Session and Discussion
4:00 – 5:00pm: Networking Reception

REGISTER by March, 24, 2022
FUN! FAST! FOCUSED!

Grow your business and build your brand by connecting with fellow business leaders with our new member only networking opportunity. Make 5 new connections every month by investing just 30 minutes. Effective, facilitated conversations that will enhance your professional network and strengthen your business community.

Sponsorship opportunities are available. Contact Kassondra Walters at Kassondra.Walters@ottawabot.ca for more information on how you can promote your business and support your Ottawa Board of Trade.
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!
Our mission is to cultivate a thriving world class
business community.

And we need you! We hosted the President & CEO of the Ontario Chamber, Rocco Rossi, as our keynote at our 2021 AGM. He shares a story of why policy matters to each and every one of us. We are approaching a time of immense opportunity to influence important change and your Board of Trade is at the ready. However, the voice of business is only as strong as its membership. So this is the ask!

Please invite one business in your network to be a member today. Invite them to have a say in the future of Ottawa. Simply login to your member account and click "Refer a Member" to get started. For every successful new member you refer, we would like to thank you by offering you a 10% referral rebate. That's it. So simple. We want to grow our membership so that we can increase our impact and make Ottawa the best capital city in the world
Are You a FAN of Supporting Local?

FanSaves is a free, easy-to-use platform that helps you take savings and supporting local businesses to a whole new level. 

OBOT member can use their unique code to unlock exclusive deals and start saving! Plus, FanSaves makes an excellent addition to your employee benefits package! Employees of all OBOT members get full access to all available discounts. 

Not a member? There are still great deals you can take advantage of! Become a fan today, follow OBOT's marketplace and start saving from some of your favourite Ottawa businesses.
THANK YOU RENEWING MEMBERS!

The Ottawa Board of Trade is a non-profit, non partisan, independent
association that exists for the sole purpose of advocating for our
businesses and growing community prosperity. Although we are driven by the needs of the entire business community, it is the members who make it possible for Ottawa to have a strong voice of business. And it may never be more important than now. So please join us in saying 
THANK YOU to our members.
Promote Your Business| Build Your Brand | Support Your Community
Special Thanks to our Community Partners!