Ottawa Business Journal

The Ottawa Business Journal is a local business magazine that caters to the National Capital Region of Canada. Established in 1995, it is owned by Great River Media and is released every two weeks, with a distribution of 20,000 copies.

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Ben Morris from Syntronic talks about finding opportunities in tariffs, hybrid work and AI

1 week ago | obj.ca | Mia Jensen

Even against the backdrop of an uncertain economy, Ben Morris believes there are many dynamics in today’s environment that are leading to new opportunities for tech companies. Already an Insider? Log in Get Instant Access to This Article Become an Ottawa Business Journal Insider and get immediate access to all of our Insider-only content and much more.
The (extra) Sens Mile: Where else in Ottawa do Senators fans like to cheer on their team?

1 week ago | obj.ca | Marissa Galko

With the Ottawa Senators making the NHL playoffs for the first time since 2017, the “Sens Mile” on Elgin Street is up and running and expecting big crowds in bars, restaurants and other businesses from Gladstone to Laurier avenues. But where else do local hockey fans like to congregate to cheer on their team? OBJ reached out to Ottawans on social media to find out where they go to support not only the city’s hockey club, but also some of their local businesses.
Op-ed: Ottawa should brace itself for what could be harsh civil service cuts

1 week ago | obj.ca | Michael Curran

Since OBJ last went to press in December, the whole world has changed. At least it feels that way. Few could have predicted the political drama that would unfold in the first three months of 2025, with all the twists and turns of a Tom Clancy thriller: the forced resignation of the prime minister, the U.S. president’s decision to initiate a tariff war and question Canada’s sovereignty, the confirmation of Mark Carney as leader of the Liberals, and a snap general election. Pause here. Take a breath.
L-Spark co-founder Patrick White lands new role at software powerhouse Solink

1 week ago | obj.ca | David Sali

After 12 years at the helm of one of Ottawa’s best-known startup accelerators, Patrick White is ready to begin the next act in his entrepreneurial career. White, the executive director of Kanata-based L-Spark, will be leaving the organization next month to take on a new role as director of corporate programs at Solink, one of […] Already an Insider?
Brigil founder Gilles Desjardins and family donate $1M to Centraide Outaouais

1 week ago | obj.ca | Marissa Galko

The president and founder of Gatineau-based real estate company Brigil has donated $1 million to Centraide Outaouais. Gilles Desjardins and his family announced the donation at a press conference in Gatineau on Tuesday. Brigil is one of the most active development companies in the region, with several key projects underway. Desjardins and his sons Jessy and Kevin are co-chairs of the 80th campaign for Centraide Outaouais, the Outaouais branch of the United Way.
Grey’s Social Eatery celebrates opening and the future of the ByWard Market

1 week ago | obj.ca | Mia Jensen

The past few weeks have been crunch time for the new team at Grey’s Social Eatery, but they got to reap the rewards Friday evening as the restaurant held its grand opening in an area of the city that has struggled in recent years. The former home of the Blue Cactus Bar and Grill on ByWard Market Square was updated with custom chandeliers and modern bar-tops, creating a modern-vintage space and featuring a menu of international and classic dishes.
Red Apron co-owner says break-ins just one symptom of a larger problem in Centretown

1 week ago | obj.ca | Marissa Galko

One Ottawa business owner whose store was broken into on Saturday night says the incident is a “symptom to a problem” in the community. Jennifer Heagle, co-owner of the Red Apron in Centretown, spoke to OBJ Monday about the issues that have concerned her over the past few weeks, which culminated in a late-night break-and-enter of her business on Saturday.
People on the Move: Irfan Ahmed joins Procom and Howard Nemiroff named dean at Sprott

1 week ago | obj.ca | Mia Jensen

Canadian IT recruitment agency Procom is expanding its Ottawa presence and has tapped former Altis executive Irfan Ahmed to lead the effort. Ahmed announced on LinkedIn recently that he has begun a “new chapter” of his career, joining the Procom team as consulting director. In an interview with OBJ, Ahmed said his role will be to “help build (Procom’s) presence here in Ottawa. Their head office is in Toronto and they have locations across Canada.
Ottawa Senators extend naming rights agreement at Canadian Tire Centre

1 week ago | obj.ca | David Sali

While the Ottawa Senators continue to pursue a deal to build a new arena at LeBreton Flats, their current home will be retaining its name for a while longer. The NHL club announced Friday it has signed an extension on its existing arena rights naming deal with the Canadian Tire Corp. The financial terms and length of the agreement were not disclosed. The 18,000-seat facility in Kanata has been called the Canadian Tire Centre since July 1, 2013.
Little Italy’s food scene benefiting from population growth, development in the area

2 weeks ago | obj.ca | Mia Jensen

An influx of residents from nearby highrises and ongoing development projects are helping Little Italy become an even better-known neighbourhood for foodies. Area restaurants were showing off what they bring to the table at the Taste of Little Italy event Tuesday evening. Organized by the Preston Street BIA, the event featured 21 local businesses, from restaurants and patisseries to brewers and distilleries, which provided sample dishes to the sold-out crowd of 400 at the Preston Event Centre.