Did you know as an Ottawa Board of Trade member, you get exclusive ticket pricing on all the events we host? Join us at one of our upcoming events to stay connected, inspired, and explore new opportunities. As a member, you can post events to our community calendar! Simply login to your OBOT account to get started!

Finding talent that can adapt, learn and grow in today’s ever-changing work force is critical for any business’s success. With current skills and labour shortages, the demand for creating a talent pipeline has never been greater. 



That’s where this program comes in. We’ll vet and train talented individuals in critical skills required for success on the job. Participants will apply these acquired skills through real-time work placements to support your business needs. To support your business further, we will provide you with opportunities to engage in equity, diversity and inclusion training to bolster your professional development program.

Unlock new talent opportunities by joining ADaPT4Success.

• Amazon
• Caldwell Family Centre
• ClydesdaleMeadows
• Conseil des écoles catholiques du Centre-Est

• Masala Kitchen
• OIAA
• Turner & Townsend
• VIA HFR
• Wagepoint

Calling all rising young business stars!

Last Chance to submit your Forty Under 40 Nomination

Forty Under 40 is one of the most sought-after and distinguished business awards for young leaders in Canada's Capital Region. It is a great way to recognize young talent in our local businesses and organizations.

Many recipients are today's city leaders. We are looking for the next generation of leaders across all sectors of our local economy.

Deadline to submit your Forty Under 40 nomination is March 24th!

Ottawa's business community thrives on support and connectivity. This week’s episode of Ottawa Business Matters uncovers why radical collaboration with local businesses, local leaders, and all levels of government matters more than ever. Be part of the conversation that drives change.

Featuring conversations with Sueling Ching, President & CEO, Ottawa Board of Trade; Cyril Leeder, CEO, Ottawa Senators; Stefanie Siska, Co-Owner, C'est Bon Cooking Ottawa; and Jesse Card, Executive Director, Youth Ottawa.

Catch the next episode airing Sunday night on Rogers TV at 8:00 PM. Or listen on your Monday morning commute, wherever you get your podcasts!

April 11, 2024 | 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM | Ottawa City Hall

Join Mayor Sutcliffe for a conversation with Michael Deluce, President and CEO of Porter Airlines.

Network with Ottawa business and community leaders. Garner insights on key issues impacting your business and and our city.

What will the 2024 federal budget mean for your business?

Join the Ottawa Board of Trade and Ottawa Business Journal at our annual Post-Budget Breakfast happening the morning after the federal budget is tabled. Don't miss an engaging analysis of the budget and be informed on the country’s economic health and what it could mean for you, your business, and our city.

**NEW DATE: Tuesday, April 23, 2024**

Join the Ottawa Board of Trade and Ottawa Business Journal for an inclusive conversation about the future of Canada's Capital Region at our annual City Building Summit. Together, we can Build Up Ottawa and create a diverse and vibrant community with a thriving economy and quality of life for all.

Connect with city builders, learn about what is on the horizon, and share your ideas about the future of our city.

Join us for an evening with a seasoned social entrepreneur, Jenn Harper, who built a highly successful e-commerce cosmetic business, Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics Inc. Cut through the fluff and gain practical and actionable insights into the strategies that helped drive her business triumph.

This is more than your average networking event – it's an opportunity to learn, connect, and discuss the real challenges and victories in the world of e-commerce.

My Main Street Funding Available Closing Soon!

Deadline to apply is March 31st

The program will offer streamlined direct-to-business supports and complementary programming for community projects that will encourage growth and economic prosperity. This funding will be delivered through two new programs, My Main Street Business Sustainability Program and My Main Street Community Activator Program, aimed for businesses and community not-for-profit organizations.

This funding will be delivered via the Canadian Urban Institute. For full details and eligibility, visit https://www.mymainstreet.ca/

CAPITAL Magazine Spring/Summer Issue is now in production!

Through CAPITAL Magazine, our intention has been to share the positive things happening in our Capital Region, highlight our emerging and unique opportunities, and promote our local businesses and community leaders. This offering has served as a tool for those interested in sharing what they have to offer and attracting others to our community.

We invite you to build your business and brand in Canada's Capital Region and beyond through CAPITAL. We are adding new distribution outlets at prime locations to target city and business building audiences.

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

See you in the pages of CAPITAL for Spring/Summer 2024!

Make Your Voice Heard!

 Wondering about the state of business confidence in Ottawa? Look no further! Participate in the 2024 Welch LLP Business Growth Survey and let your voice be heard. Help us have advocate to decision makers in our city about the current needs of your business by taking the survey.