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OBJ is closed for the holidays. Here are some of the year’s best stories

As 2025 comes to an end, the staff at OBJ are taking some much-needed time to rest...
Ottawa

New Chinese restaurant to take over former Yangtze location early in 2026

CORRECTION: A previous version of this story stated that a Jumbo Lobster would be moving into the...
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Here are some of the larger events and conferences coming to Ottawa in early 2026

Ottawa is preparing to welcome professionals from a variety of sectors in 2026, with conferences and events expected to draw hundreds of attendees, creating significant economic impact.
Ottawa

Vernon White joins Syntax Strategic, Altis CEO steps down, and other moves around town

Vernon White announced on LinkedIn this week that he has joined Ottawa’s Syntax Strategic part-time as strategic counsel to support the company on matters of national defence, security communication and operation-readiness.
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In the shadow of L’Esplanade Laurier, business is tough and a solution seems far away

On a typical workday in the years before the pandemic, Thali was the place to be for...
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We want to hear from you! Nominations are now open for the 2026 Forty Under 40 awards

Know an outstanding young leader, executive or entrepreneur? Perhaps you are one yourself. The Ottawa Business Journal is...
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Why you can’t just walk into defence: Ottawa program tackles industry’s steep learning curve

“Defence is a very hard market to come into from the outside.”  That’s according to Mike Nelson, CEO...
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Vanier property on Durocher rezoned for Ottawa Humane Society’s new veterinary centre

A property in Vanier has been approved for rezoning to allow the Ottawa Humane Society to turn a former post office building into a new veterinary clinic.
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OBJ speaks with Mayor Mark Sutcliffe about politics, relationships and election priorities

As he enters the last year of his current mandate, Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe sees challenges and...
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