COVID-19 Updates

Tourism Relief and Investment Program Funding Still Available

The Tourism Relief and Investment Program, administered by Ottawa Tourism provides one-time, non-repayable grants of up to $20,000 to eligible francophone, Indigenous, rural, and semi-urban tourism businesses in the Ottawa region to assist in offering a COVID-wise visitor experience.


To be #TogetherAgain, we must continue to protect ourselves, our families, and our communities.

Getting vaccinated can bring us together and get us back to doing the things we love. The Ottawa Board of Trade and Ontario Chamber Network encourages every Ontarian to get their shot as soon as they can to help slow transmission of new variants and prevent a fourth wave.


70% of Ottawa residents 12+ are now fully vaccinated. We'd like to thank all of the healthcare workers, volunteers, and staff who have helped vaccinate Canadians over the last few months! And thank you to everyone who has rolled up their sleeves to help bring us all together again.

You can book your appointment through the provincial booking system and participating pharmacies. Community organizations, community leaders, faith leaders, or employers in Ottawa can find more details on how to request a mobile vaccination team here. 

For more resources, tools, and savings to help your business
visit ottawanext.ca
Ottawa SMEs Don't Miss Out - Order Your FREE
Rapid Test Kits Now
Have you ordered your FREE rapid test kits yet? Rapid testing is a critical part of curbing the spread of COVID-19 by identifying asymptomatic cases in the workplace that might otherwise be missed.

We're excited to see vaccination rates on the rise and case counts lowering. Despite this we must continue to diligently follow public health protocols to help slow the transmission of new variants while herd immunity is being achieved.

Help keep businesses open, employees safe, and curb the spread of COVID-19 in our community.
2021 Nominations Now Open!

The Best Ottawa Business Awards are back! The Ottawa Board of Trade and the Ottawa Business Journal are pleased to deliver this important awards program designed to recognize excellence, innovation and success in our business community. These highly anticipated awards span many sectors and areas of business, representing the diversity of our economy.
 
Deadline to submit your nomination is Friday, September 24, 2021.
 
Recipients will be honoured in November 2021. Details forthcoming.
What’s better than saving money on home and car insurance? Winning an extra $5,000 in the process!

As an eligible Ottawa Board of Trade member, you’ll be entered to win one of 28 cash prizes of $5,000 in the $5K Giveaway from Economical Insurance when you call for a quote on car or home insurance.

Enter today by calling Hani Nammour at 343-809-2350 for English/French/Arabic or Najid Mansoori at 343-809-2351 for English/French/Hindi
Nominate a small business that is making
Canada stronger

Small Business Owners/Founders
Businesses can self-nominate for the chance to or receive 1 of 3 Grant Prizes of $20,000 cash and over $15,000 in additional prizing. 

Community Nomination
Customers, employees, and/or general supporters may nominate their favourite small business separately for a chance to win a $500 Visa gift card. 


Deadline to apply is August 16, 2021
Upcoming OBoT Events
Business After 5
August 18, 2021 | 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Keep the day's momentum going with an after business hours virtual networking experience! Grab your favourite 5 o'clock beverage and settle in for some casual conversation with Ottawa's business community. Catch up with familiar faces and meet new people!

Have you experienced the eSAX Virtual Networking platform? This is not your typical breakout room networking! 

We can't wait to see you!

Thank you to OBoT's proud member sponsors eSAX Virtual Events and Meridian Credit Union!
Weekly on Thursdays 

Introducing new 20 minute member strategy sessions with our Manager, Membership Experience! Share your business goals and learn how your member benefits can help you to nurture your business' growth.
August 16, 2021 | 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM

Maximize Your Membership returns August 16 at 1:30 PM! Join OBoT's Manager, Membership Experience as she shares the benefits of membership.
THANK YOU RENEWING MEMBERS!

Your 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.
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Special Thanks to our Community Partners!