In partnership with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, the Ottawa Board of Trade co-hosted the first stop on the Canada wide Natural Resources Tour at the Fairmont Château Laurier.

Thank you to our panelists John Desjarlais, Indigenous Resource Network; Pierre Gratton, Mining Association of Canada; Jon McKenzie, Cenovus Energy; and Karen Proud, Fertilizer Canada for joining us and sharing more about how the natural resource sector impacts the everyday lives of Canadians.

Click here to read the Business Data Lab's report "Canada's Natural Wealth" to learn more about how we can harness Canada’s natural resource sector.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - September 30, 2024

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation presents an opportunity to amplify Indigenous voices and commit to continuous learning and unlearning. The work does not end here. Collectively, we must recognize the lasting legacy and impacts of colonialism, the inter-generational effects of residential ‘schools’ and the ongoing systemic racism facing Indigenous communities across Canada.

The Ontario Chamber of Commerce and Canadian Council for Indigenous Business have created a list of free resources available to corporations to help promote awareness and respect in their journeys of reconciliation. Every person, business, and sector has a role to play in advancing reconciliation and ensuring equitable outcomes across the country.

Several organizations, including the Ottawa Public Library, are hosting events, conversations, and days of action to commemorate residential ‘school’ Survivors and honour their stories throughout the province. We encourage you to take part in these important learning opportunities and reflect on the local and national history that continues to shape the experiences of Indigenous Peoples across Canada. Every sector has a role to play in advancing Truth and Reconciliation and ensuring equitable outcomes across the country.

Last call to submit your nominations!

Ottawa is home to amazing business leaders and companies who drive growth, innovation and prosperity in Canada's Capital Region. That is why The Ottawa Board of Trade and Ottawa Business Journal are proud to recognize their excellence and success through the Best Ottawa Business Awards. Seize this opportunity to nominate your business or a business you know across key categories. And let's celebrate all the Ottawa business community has achieved.

Deadline to submit is September 27, 2024.

Save the date! We look forward to celebrating the 2024 recipients at our annual gala on November 29th at the Westin Ottawa. Stay tuned for more details.

Get ready to future-proof your business!

October 23 | 5:00 PM | RBC Foundry, Bayview Yards

Join us for an insightful and dynamic session with BDC's Chief Economist Pierre Cléroux and uncover key trends that will shape your business over the next 5 years - and strategies you will need to navigate them successfully.

• Learn how digital adoption can be an asset when addressing business challenges.
• Discover how to tackle rising costs, evolving customer needs, labour market shortages, and technological disruptions.
• Receive practical tips and tools to enhance your efficiency, productivity, and competitiveness.
• Benefit from the insights and best practices shared by BDC's Chief Economist.

Don't miss this opportunity to prepare your business for the future and network with like-minded entrepreneurs.

Business After 5 at Burovision

October 24 | 5:00 PM | 300 Sparks Street

Build on the momentum of your work day by networking with business and community leaders at one of Ottawa most unique offices. Burovision is excited to welcome you to their innovative space filled with comfortable furniture and boasting a charming view of Sparks Street.

October 17 | 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM | Shaw Centre

In an era of unprecedented workplace transformation, is your organization ready to become an employer of choice in your industry?

Join us for the inaugural Best Places to Work Employer Summit, a one-day experience designed to provide business owners, managers and HR professionals with the insights and strategies needed to create a thriving workplace.

Kick off the Employer Summit as we celebrate the top 20 Best Place to Work award recipients. Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet, celebrate this year's winners, and hear from Dr. Linda Duxbury, one of Canada's leading HR researchers, an author and speaker on employee well-being, mental health and work-life balance.

OBOT Members save 15% on advertising space!

You are invited to build your brand and your business in our region and beyond with a print, digital and social media package in the business magazine of the Ottawa Board of Trade. The next issue will focus on Showcasing Ottawa at Home and Abroad: A City of Opportunity, Transformation and Resilience. From establishing new direct flights to fostering more business and tourism travel, to revitalizing our downtown core, to celebrating small business success - discover and be a part of the dynamic evolution and opportunities inherent in our nation’s capital.

Sponsored content and advertising space is limited so to book yours today, please contact Stephan Pigeon at spigeon@taag.ca or call 819-209-3344.

See in you in the pages of CAPITAL!

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