Make Your Voice Heard!

For the 9th consecutive year, Ottawa's definitive survey of local business leaders is back, and we need your help. Our annual survey in partnership with Welch LLP and the Ottawa Business Journal aims to understand how local businesses are responding to constant changes in the local economy by investigating business confidence, hiring intentions, and the ways in which hybrid work and growth barriers are impacting local companies.

Help us advocate to decision makers in our city about the current needs of your business by taking the 10-minute survey. Share your thoughts for a chance to win a $250 gift card to Riviera.

Make the most of IWW 2023:

See how our community is joining forces

As we approach International Women's Day, Sueling Ching, President and CEO of the Ottawa Board of Trade, wrote about the pandemic's impact on women and what you, your business, and your Board of Trade can do to Embrace Equity and support women in business. 

We’re excited to come together with strong collaborators from our region, across Canada and around the world to celebrate the successful women around us, reminding today’s youth and girls that their dream is within reach. This March, and beyond, we invite you to attend local events that celebrate women, like our upcoming CEO Talk, International Women’s Day hosted by Elevate International, and the many community wide events found in the IWW calendar hosted by Invest Ottawa.

Ever want to peek inside the mind of a CEO?

The Ottawa Board of Trade and Ottawa Business Journal are excited to celebrate International Women's Week 2023 on March 20th as we host CEO Talk at the National Arts Centre. Join us for an insightful fireside chat with Colette Watson, President, Rogers Sports & Media, a delicious lunch, and meaningful networking with Ottawa's business community.

Don't miss out and register early as the 2023 kick off event sold out very quickly! Limited tickets available - Deadline to register March 13th

March 8, 2023 | 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM | Parliament Hill

The Ottawa Board of Trade is proud to once again support Elevate International for their annual International Women's Day event on Parliament Hill. Join Elevate for this free full-day in-person event to:

• Explore today's significant impact on women’s leadership in the workplace, business and philanthropy,
• Have an open, authentic dialogue about collective action and solutions, including how to foster a more inclusive and equitable culture and advance a more diverse and competitive workforce; and
• Discuss strategies and actions to elevate and advance women leaders from every walk of life in all sectors.

Calling all young leaders in the Nation's Capital!

The Ottawa Board of Trade and Ottawa Business Journal are looking for individuals who demonstrate business acumen, community leadership and a commitment to excellence.

The Forty Under 40 recipients, 1,000 in total, include some of our region's most successful and community minded leaders. If you or someone you know is under 40 years old, is an achiever and making a difference in their industry and our city, nominate today!

Deadline to submit your nomination is March 24

Did you know members save on ticket prices for

Ottawa Board of Trade events? 

Events remain a key way for business leaders, entrepreneurs and influencers to stay connected, updated and explore new opportunities. Get connected with your Ottawa business community. Plus share your event with your business community through our community calendar!

There's a reason Chambers Plan is Canada's #1 plan

Ottawa Board of Trade members have access to an affordable and accessible health insurance and benefits plan through the Chambers Plan. Alongside standard benefits like dental, health & life insurance, all Chambers Plan programs include value-added services like HR tools, resources, and

expert advice.

THANK YOU RENEWING MEMBERS!

The Ottawa Board of Trade is an independent, non partisan, purpose driven not-for-profit, with a 165-year track record of advocating for business, economic growth and community prosperity. Please reach out and say THANK YOU to our members who ensure Ottawa has a strong voice of business at every level of government.

• Altis Recruitment
• Canadian Live Music Association
• Canadian Tulip Festival
• ChangeForward Inc.
• CNET Building Maintenance Services

• The Dementia Society
• Hotel & Restaurant Consulting Yasha360
• Hulse, Playfair & McGarry Inc.
• JM Nutrition
• Soubliere Interiors Ltd.

Special Thanks to our Community Partners!