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Ottawa Unlimited: A New Era of Radical Collaboration for Economic Growth and Global Competitiveness

Ottawa Unlimited: A New Era of Radical Collaboration for Economic Growth and Global Competitiveness December 5, 2024 – Ottawa, Canada – In a groundbreaking move, Ottawa Tourism, Invest Ottawa, and the Ottawa Board of Trade are proud to unveil Ottawa Unlimited, a revolutionary partnership that embodies radical collaboration among three leading economic development agencies for…

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President and CEO Statement on President-Elect’s Proposed Tariffs

President and CEO Statement on President-Elect’s Proposed Tariffs “The Ottawa Board of Trade is deeply concerned about the US President-elect’s proposed 25% tariff on all Canadian goods entering the United States. This measure would have severe consequences for businesses in Ottawa and across Canada, potentially disrupting our integrated supply chains and harming economic growth on…

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Message from President and CEO

Message from President and CEO Dear OBOT Members,   As 2024 draws to a close, on behalf of our board of directors and staff team, I want to take a moment to thank you for your steadfast support as members, volunteers, and pillar partners. You are the heart of our mission to cultivate thriving world class business community in Ottawa, our…

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United Way and Ottawa restaurants kick off tastiest event of the fall

United Way and Ottawa restaurants kick off tastiest event of the fall United Way East Ontario and 16 restaurants from across the region are partnering for the first annual Novemburger!   The restaurants, including Happy Days Burgers & Poutine, Coconut Lagoon, and G Burger, have created unique burgers for the month of November, with $2…

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Ottawa Board of Trade joins business groups to raise concerns about rail strike

Ottawa Board of Trade joins business groups to raise concerns about rail strike Ottawa – August 22, 2024 – The Ottawa Board of Trade (OBOT) joins our partners at the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, Ontario Chamber of Commerce, the Canadian Global Cities Council (CGCC), and several business groups in calling on the federal government to use…

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Business Leaders urge Ontario to join the New West Partnership

Business Leaders urge Ontario to join the New West Partnership July 17, 2024 Honourable Doug Ford, Premier of Ontario Legislative Building, Room 281, Queen’s Park TORONTO, Ontario, M7A 1A1   Dear Premier Ford, At a time of economic uncertainty, when families across the country are struggling with the high cost of living, there is something…

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