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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President and CEO Statement on Resignation of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
“The Ottawa Board of Trade thanks Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for his years of service to Canadians and leadership through transformative times. Political leadership requires immense dedication and personal sacrifice and we acknowledge all those who step forward to strengthen democracy and steward our collective resources. As we navigate this leadership transition, we’re reminded that…
2025 City of Ottawa Budget Letter
December 11, 2024 Mayor Sutcliffe and City of Ottawa Councillors, Re: Ottawa City Budget 2025 I am writing on behalf of the Ottawa Board of Trade regarding the city budget, a key tool for shaping the future of our city and quality of life for our citizens. The Ottawa Board of Trade is…
Climate Pledge Event hosted by Amazon
Ottawa Board of Trade members and special guests came together to learn about the connection between hockey and sustainability on Saturday, November 2, at a special event organized in partnership with The Climate Pledge. The event took place at the Canadian Tire Centre on the sidelines of the Ottawa Senators vs. Seattle Kraken game.…
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 the city. This innovative alliance aims to catapult Ottawa onto the global stage as…
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 both sides of the border. We echo…
Message from the 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 Nation’s Capital. Your success is…