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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A Message from the Chair of the Board
In the year of a pandemic, a tragic year for so many, I recently read that Collins Dictionary unveiled its word of the year: “LOCKDOWN” explaining that “it encapsulates the shared experience of billions of people who have had to restrict their daily lives in order to contain the Coronavirus.” Others have chosen a different…
Catherine Priestman – Testimonial
I am so thankful for the Ottawa Board of Trade – a voice for business in the city. Undoubtedly, the Covid-19 situation has had a major impact on your organization as well, and yet, you continue to support, inform, and be a champion for businesses in the area. I was so pleased to renew our…
Margo Crawford – Testimonial
My name is Margo Crawford and I am the founder and CEO of the Business Sherpa Group. Our group of consultants and employees have been supporting SMEs in establishing their HR and finance function as well as working with leaders and owners on strategic activities for the past 13 years. In that time we have…
Karen Brownrigg – Testimonial
The Ottawa Board of Trade and its vast community of business owners are an integral part of the success of my business. Whether you are a sole proprietor, local business owner or a global entrepreneur considering operating out of Canada’s Capital, this is the best networking community to be a part of. The Board’s Economic…
Testimonial – Jerome Pulcine
My name is Jerome Pulcine, Owner & CEO of CPI Interiors. My business is doing well, however we are always looking to improve our systems and increase our sales. The Ottawa Board of Trade has been a great source to help both things to happen. Great networking opportunities will lead to more clients. Great exposure…
A Note of Thanks to our Members
Dear Members, Happy Thanksgiving! I wish for you, your family and our community, health and prosperity. This holiday will be different than usual. I commend you for your resilience and thank you for your dedication to our community. The staff and volunteer team at the Ottawa Board of Trade remain steadfast in our commitment to you.…