Your Ottawa Board of Trade
We are the voice of business in Ottawa, representing enterprises of all sizes and from across all sectors since 1857.
As a key economic development partner in the National Capital Region, OBOT advocates for collaborative and sustainable community prosperity, supports businesses at every stage of growth, and champions Ottawa as the best place to live, work, learn, play, visit and invest.
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Statement on the Redevelopment of 110 O’Connor
The Ottawa Board of Trade welcomes the redevelopment of 110 O’Connor as a critical step in the transformation of downtown Ottawa. This project aligns with our Downtown Ottawa Action Plan, which calls for increasing residential density and building a people-centered urban core. Transforming former office buildings into housing-including affordable housing and mixed-use developments like business,…
Statement on the Throne Speech by King Charles III
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 thank you for advancing a new industrial…
Statement In Response to the Ontario Budget 2025
The Ottawa Board of Trade congratulates the Government of Ontario on the release of its 2025 Budget-an important step in protecting Ontario’s economic future. As the voice of business in Ontario’s second-largest city and a critical economic engine for the province, we are encouraged to see a strong commitment to investments that enhance competitiveness, resilience,…
Announcement: New Director, Business & Community Partnerships
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 Success at Invest Ottawa, she led partnership…
Statement on the Appointment of the New Cabinet
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 – enjoying our local small businesses, dining at…
Celebrating Ottawa’s Rising Young Leaders: 2025 Forty Under 40 Recipients
(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 innovation, leadership, and impact on the community.…