OBOT is the voice of business and key advocate for economic development in our nation's capital. We are an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit association driven by our mission to cultivate a thriving world class business community. The work we do is powered by our members and volunteers. To all of the new and long standing OBOT members - thank you for your leadership in our community.

Stronger Together.

• Cellcom
• CMK Consulting
• Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum
• Koza IT Cyber Security Services
• Lord Elgin Hotel

• MondouxRollins Partners
• Nova Lawn Care
• Pharmacia2go
• Richard Chmiel
• Sparks Street BIA
• Total Equity Construction

Your Employees Health = Your Business Success



OBOT members have access to an affordable and accessible health insurance and benefits plan. Alongside standard benefits like dental, health & life insurance, our programs include value-added services like HR tools, resources, and expert advice.

Sign your business up for the Chambers Plan today!

Limited spots available - book your foursome today!

Join the Ottawa Board of Trade and Ottawa Business Journal for a fun-filled day outdoors as we take over not one but two 18-hole courses at Ottawa's Best Networking Golf Tournament! Expand your network, soak up the sun, and raise money for our next generation of entrepreneurs through the Ottawa Network For Education’s JA Ottawa.



Looking for a great opportunity to promote your business, and your brand? 

Ottawa’s Best Networking Golf Tournament has valuable sponsorship opportunities available. Please contact Don Mersereau if interested: Don@ottawabusinessevents.ca

Do you know a business that should be recognized?

Canada's Capital Region is home to remarkable business leaders and companies. The Ottawa Board of Trade and Ottawa Business Journal are proud to recognize the excellence, innovation and success in our business community through the Best Ottawa Business Awards.

Deadline to submit your nomination is September 27, 2024.

NEW! Application Deadline September 30, 2024

Small business is the backbone of Ontario’s economy and their success is integral to local economic prosperity and vibrant communities, but the way Canadians do business has changed, and more business is being done online than ever before. The Grow Your Business Online grant provides eligible small business owners up to $2,400 to get their business online and boost their e-commerce presence.

E-commerce advisors are available to help organizations complete their applications, identify digital needs, provide links to resources, and answer questions. 

If you have any questions, please contact cdap@occ.ca.

ICYMI: OBOT joins business leaders to urge Ontario to join the

New West Partnership

The Ottawa Board of Trade joins the Business Council of Canada and business leaders across Canada urging the Ontario government to join the New West Partnership Agreement and embrace a leadership role to remove interprovincial trade barriers.

A recent study found that if Ontario joined the New West Partnership, its economy could grow by as much as $4.1 billion annually. This would boost household income by approximately $1,000 per family and create new revenues of roughly $420 million for the province. Economic gains would also expand beyond Ontario, with the economies of western provinces expected to grow by roughly $3.5 billion per year.

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