Yesterday, Sueling Ching, President and CEO of the Ottawa Board of Trade, joined the Sam Laprade Show to speak about the rate of vacancy in downtown Ottawa. While Ottawa remains below the national average, office building vacancy in the core has risen. As the cultural and economic hub of Canada's Capital Region, downtown Ottawa is critically important to every business and citinzen in our city. The

OBOT Economic Development committee continues their work on recommendations for every level of government to support a vibrant, resilient and diverse downtown.

Pivot Together: A New Opportunity to Strengthen Canadian Cities

The last three years forced businesses, citizens, and governments to pivot. Now it is time to build on this momentum together to create the best version of our cities and our country for the next generation. We have the opportunity to be changemakers.

The Ottawa Board of Trade is partnering with Real Property Institue of Canada to host an expert panel at the annual IPAC Conference in downtown Ottawa. We will explore how governments, business and community leaders can work together as good neighbours to optimize opportunities and accelerate downtown transformations in metro areas for the greatest positive impact on our national community and economy. Learn from leaders and elected officials about how we can leverage the lessons of the last few years to propel our cities forward.

ICYMI: Message from Ottawa Public Health

As school starts and many indoor activities resume, it is important to remember that COVID-19 is still circulating in our community. If you have symptoms, please stay home when possible until you are fever-free (without using fever-reducing medication) AND your symptoms have been improving for 24 hours (48 hours for vomiting/diarrhea). If you can’t stay home, consider wearing a well-fitting mask and avoid all non-essential maskless activities for 10 days from when your symptoms started.

Some people are at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19 – people who are 65 years and older, pregnant, have chronic medical conditions or are immunocompromised. It is important to continue to reduce the spread by washing your hands often, cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze, disinfect high-touch surfaces in your home and workplace and stay up to date on COVID-19 boosters.

LET'S CELEBRATE THE BEST IN OTTAWA!

Canada's Capital Region is home to some of the nation's best business leaders and companies. The Ottawa Board of Trade and Ottawa Business Journal will recognize their excellence, innovation and success through the Best Ottawa Business Awards.



Nominations Deadline: September 22 at 11:59 PM

Calling all Entrepreneurs and Executives!

11:30 AM to 4:00 PM | Shaw Centre

Talent is repeatedly the top issue facing business - the attraction, retention and development of our people, our most valuable asset, is ever changing. The purpose of the the 5th annual Talent Summit is to arm businesses of all sizes and sectors on with knowledge and tools that allow us to create healthy workplaces and maximize innovation and productivity in our businesses. At this event, we will:

Explore emerging work trends including performance and the impact of AI

Understand workforce strategies through the lens of Ottawa's top CEOs

Engage with top businesses who will share best practices.

Who should attend this not-to-be-missed event?

• Human Resource Professionals
• Employment and HR Lawyers
• Business and Community Leaders
• Employment Services

• Employers
• Business Owners, Entrepreneurs
• Executives and Decision Makers
• Educational Partners

Tickets to the summit also include entrance into the VIP Best Places to Work Cocktail reception, a complimentary drink, hors d'oeuvres and the opportunity to network with other recipients. Join us from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM as we celebrate the top ten recipients of the 2023 Best Places to Work Ottawa.

The next edition of CAPITAL Magazine is in production! To build up your business in Ottawa and beyond, we invite you to participate in the next edition of CAPITAL Magazine. Enhance your brand through CAPITAL’s print and digital magazines, and our custom social media package to amplify your message.

Contact Stephan for more info: 819-209-3344

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Chambers Plan is Canada's #1 Plan!

Talent attraction and retention is critical to business success. Fortunately, OBOT members have a competitive tool. Access to an affordable and accessible health insurance and benefits plan. Alongside standard benefits like dental, health & life insurance, all Chambers Plan programs include value-added services like HR tools, resources, and expert advice.

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.

• Abacus Data
• City of Ottawa
• Commissionaires Ottawa
• RBC

• The Proposal Centre
• Top Sixty Over Sixty
• Virtual Works Inc.