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Update from the Ottawa Board of Trade – Q2 2025
Lansdowne 2.0: Building Confidence in Ottawa’s Future Dear members, As the summer unfolds, I want to extend my warmest wishes to you, your families, and employees for a season filled with connection, exploration, and renewal. This season is also the perfect time to rediscover the incredible assets we have right here at home. Supporting local…
Read MoreOp-Ed: Ottawa-Gatineau Poised for a New Era of Seamless Cross-Border Business
Lansdowne 2.0: Building Confidence in Ottawa’s Future The Ottawa Board of Trade and the Gatineau Chamber of Commerce applaud the federal government’s landmark decision to remove federal barriers to interprovincial trade. This bold step is a game-changer for our region, setting the stage for even closer economic integration and unlocking new opportunities for businesses on…
Read MoreOp-Ed: Capitalizing on the Capital: Ottawa Has Defence Hub Potential
Lansdowne 2.0: Building Confidence in Ottawa’s Future This op-ed was originally published by Sueling Ching, President and CEO of the Ottawa Board of Trade, and Sonya Shorey, President and CEO of Invest Ottawa, in the June 24, 2025 edition of The Hill Times. Canada has a critical window of opportunity: for the first time in…
Read MoreStatement on the Throne Speech by King Charles III
Lansdowne 2.0: Building Confidence in Ottawa’s Future The Ottawa Board of Trade is honoured to mark the historic visit of His Majesty King Charles III to Ottawa, Canada’s Capital City, for the ceremonial opening of Parliament. We commend the government’s priorities, which reflect the aspirations and urgent needs of businesses and communities across the country. Congratulations and…
Read MoreAnnouncement: New Director, Business & Community Partnerships
Lansdowne 2.0: Building Confidence in Ottawa’s Future The Ottawa Board of Trade is pleased to announce the appointment of Kara Higdon as our new Director, Business & Community Partnerships. Kara brings over 15 years of experience in partnerships, external affairs, and stakeholder relations to her new role. Most recently, as Director, Bayview Yards Growth and…
Read MoreStatement on the Appointment of the New Cabinet
Lansdowne 2.0: Building Confidence in Ottawa’s Future The Ottawa Board of Trade extends our congratulations to the newly appointed Cabinet. We offer our support as a collaborative partner in building a stronger economy as you take on your new responsibilities. Cabinet Ministers often spend more than 70 per cent of their time in Ottawa —…
Read MoreCelebrating Ottawa’s Rising Young Leaders: 2025 Forty Under 40 Recipients
Lansdowne 2.0: Building Confidence in Ottawa’s Future (OTTAWA) – Wednesday, May 1, 2025 – The Ottawa Board of Trade (OBOT) and the Ottawa Business Journal (OBJ) are proud to unveil the 2025 Forty Under 40 award recipients. Now in its 28th year, this prestigious program continues to recognize Ottawa’s top young business leaders for their…
Read MoreStatement from Sueling Ching, President and CEO of the Ottawa Board of Trade, on the Election of the Federal Government
Lansdowne 2.0: Building Confidence in Ottawa’s Future On behalf of the Ottawa Board of Trade, I extend heartfelt congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney and Canada’s newly elected Members of Parliament. This election marks a significant moment in our nation’s history—a moment of opportunity, and transformation which demands urgent action. As the voice of business and…
Read MoreAnnouncement: New Director, Advocacy and Economic Development
Lansdowne 2.0: Building Confidence in Ottawa’s Future The Ottawa Board of Trade is pleased to announce the appointment of Mallory Clyne as our new Director, Advocacy and Economic Development. Mallory brings more than 15 years of experience in public affairs, communications, and government relations with a focus on economic policy. Most recently, as…
Read MoreCity Building Summit 2025: Ottawa Strong to Feature Futurist Greg Lindsay on AI and the Future of Urban Innovation
Lansdowne 2.0: Building Confidence in Ottawa’s Future April 15, 2025 – Ottawa, ON – Acclaimed urban futurist Greg Lindsay will deliver the closing keynote address at the Ottawa Board of Trade and Ottawa Business Journal’s highly anticipated City Building Summit 2025. With the theme “Ottawa Strong,” this year’s summit will bring together leaders across private,…
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