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.

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.

To attract talent and rebuild after the pandemic, creating a city where quality of life is among the best in the world is key — and we’re already high on many metrics. This year's City Building Summit sparked discussions on quality of life, economic growth, and downtown revitalization. Discover how Ottawa is reimagining its landscape for residents, businesses, and visitors in the latest issue of CAPITAL Magazine.

The next edition of CAPITAL Magazine is in production! Enhance your brand through CAPITAL’s print and digital magazines, and our custom social media package to amplify your message. Contact Stephan for info: 819-209-3344

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 repeatly the top issue facing business - the attraction, retention and development of our people, our most valuable asset, is ever changeing. 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.

Grant To Grow Your Business Online

The Government of Canada and the Ontario Chamber of Commerce are offering micro-grants to small businesses wanting to grow their business online. 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. To qualify, eligible applicants must have at least one employee (other than the owner) OR have had at least $30,000 in annual revenue in the most recent tax year.

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.

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 code is? Email melissa.howell@ottawabot.ca

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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.

• accountrain inc
• Capital Office Interiors
• CURAVITA Health Group
• Diya Accounting and Tax Services
• Hicks Morley

• Integral North
• Meatings Barbecue Inc
• RBC
• Ware Malcomb
• Weslock Day Care Services Inc.