Ontario Must Create the Right Conditions for
Business Competitiveness

Our next provincial government must focus on measures that will support business predictability and economic growth. The COVID-19 pandemic and economic crisis have created an unstable environment for Ontario business. Inflation, labour shortages, and supply chain backlogs have been exacerbated by the global state of emergency. Business competitiveness results in more prosperous communities, higher consumer confidence, high-quality jobs, and a more resilient economy. This requires:

  • Boosting confidence and predictability
  • Implementing pro-growth policies
  • Building resilient communities
  • Supporting entrepreneurship and innovation
Ontario Chamber of Commerce Announces
2022-23 Board of Directors

The Ontario Chamber of Commerce, released the following statement welcoming the 2022-23 Board of Directors.

“We are absolutely thrilled to welcome new members to the Ontario Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors. Our sincere thanks to those retiring members and welcome those returning to the Board. We look forward to working with the new Chair, Don Ludlow of the Royal Bank of Canada.”
- Rocco Rossi, President and CEO, Ontario Chamber of Commerce.

Sueling Ching, President and CEO, Ottawa Board of Trade, returns to the Ontario Chamber Board of Directors for her second term. We welcome and congratulate both new and returning members. The entire Ottawa Board of Trade team looks forward to continued collaboration with the Ontario Chamber Network in support of our business community.
10 Days Left to Apply for Downtown Ottawa Business Relief Fund

Eligible businesses can apply for $1,000 to $15,000 to manage operational costs incurred during the blockade that are not covered by other government programs. Funds will be distributed to eligible businesses on a first-come, first-serve basis until the funds are exhausted. Do not delay as funds are limited.

Deadline to apply is May 15, 2022
LAST CHANCE: Get Your Ticket Today!
May 12, 2022 | 5:00 PM | National Arts Centre

An evening designed to create a candid conversation about leadership, life balance and legacy. Enjoy a beautiful dinner, share real stories and be inspired by powerful women known for owning it.

ONLY 10 TICKETS LEFT!
 
In general women are known for putting others first, often at the expense of themselves and with an unrealized plan to get to self care someday. This strategy is not sustainable and does not realize the full potential of our local women leaders. We are pleased to welcome three new women to the WWW alumni who are willing to share their story and lead a discussion on how the YOU FIRST approach can lead to business and life success.
Mimi Lam
Co-Founder
Superette
Dr. Sasha Suda
Director and CEO
National Gallery of Canada
Sheema Khan
Patent Agent
Kinaxis
You're invited! Join the 2022 Run for Women Ottawa

Calling all Ottawa business leaders! Your Ottawa Board of Trade invites you to join our team for the 2022 Run for Women in support of women’s mental health at The Royal. Your support will help expand access to gender-specific mental health research and care for women in Ottawa.

Thank you to the business leaders that have already joined:

  • Captain: Priya Bhaloo, Tag HR
  • Sueling Ching, Ottawa Board of Trade
  • Melissa Howell, Ottawa Board of Trade
  • Andrea Greenhous, Vision2Voice
  • Hailey Hechtman, Causeway Work Centre
  • Linda McCallum, Royal LePage Ottawa
  • Shelley True, TRUEdotDesign
ICYMI: Workforce Confidence Initiative Workshops

Missed the first two workshops in support of the Workforce Confidence Initiative? Catch a replay of Building a Resilient and Committed Workforce and Rising Above, hosted by Andrea Greenhous, President of Vision2Voice. 
Mayor's Breakfast with David L. Cohen, U.S. Ambassador to Canada

May 16, 2022
Ottawa City Hall - Jean Pigott
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Limited space, get your ticket today!
Are You a FAN of Supporting Local?

FanSaves is a free, easy-to-use platform that helps you take savings and supporting local businesses to a whole new level. Use your unique code to unlock exclusive deals and give your employees full access to all available discounts. Become a fan of the Ottawa Board of Trade and start saving today!

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Membership Has Its Benefits

Are you interested in learning about your Ottawa Board of Trade (OBOT)? Attend a Maximize Your Membership - Membership 101 session to learn more about the benefits of membership! Heather Allin, Doucett Insurance, will share an overview and benefits of the Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan.

 New members, future members, and existing members are invited to attend as a great information and refresher session.
THANK YOU RENEWING MEMBERS!

The Ottawa Board of Trade is a non-profit, non partisan, independent
association that exists for the sole purpose of advocating for our
businesses and growing community prosperity. Although we are driven by the needs of the entire business community, it is the members who make it possible for Ottawa to have a strong voice of business. And it may never be more important than now. So please join us in saying 
THANK YOU to our members.
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Special Thanks to our Community Partners!