COVID-19 Updates
Government Extends COVID-19 Supports for
Canadian Businesses
The Federal Government announced the extension of COVID-19 support measures for Canadians and Canadian businesses in recognition that uneven economic reopening across regions and sectors means workers and businesses continue to need support. These extensions include:
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Extending the eligibility period for the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy, the Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy and Lockdown Support until October 23, 2021, and increasing the rate of support employers and organizations can receive during the period between August 29 and September 25, 2021.
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Extending the Canada Recovery Benefit (CRB), the Canada Recovery Caregiving Benefit (CRCB), and the Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit (CRSB) until October 23, 2021.
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Increasing the maximum number of weeks available for the CRB, by an additional 4 weeks, to a total of 54 weeks, at a rate of $300 per week, and ensuring it is available to those who have exhausted their employment insurance (EI) benefits.
To be #TogetherAgain, we must continue to protect ourselves, our families, and our communities.
The Ottawa Board of Trade and Ontario Chamber Network encourages every Ontarian to get their shot as soon as they can to help slow transmission of new variants and prevent a fourth wave. Getting vaccinated can bring us together and get us back to doing the things we love.
For more resources, tools, and savings to help your business
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Ottawa SMEs Don't Miss Out - Order Your FREE
Rapid Test Kits Now
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Have you ordered your FREE rapid test kits yet?
We're excited to see vaccination rates on the rise and case counts lowering. Despite this we must continue to diligently follow public health protocols to help slow the transmission of new variants while herd immunity is being achieved.
Help keep businesses open, employees safe, and curb the spread of COVID-19 in our community.
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2021 Nominations Now Open!
Have you nominated your business yet? This important awards program was designed to recognize excellence, innovation and success in our business community. These highly anticipated awards span many sectors and areas of business, representing the diversity of our economy.
Deadline to submit your nomination is Friday, September 24, 2021.
Recipients will be honoured in November 2021. Details forthcoming.
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Take Advantage of the #1 Group Insurance Plan
for Small Businesses
The Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan is ready to provide support when you need it most, putting your team’s health first, so you can keep doing what you do best. While you’re busy taking care of your staff, Chambers Plan is here to take care of you.
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Nominate a small business that is making
Canada stronger and you could win!
Small Business Owners/Founders
Businesses can self-nominate for the chance to or receive 1 of 3 Grant Prizes of $20,000 cash and over $15,000 in additional prizing.
Community Nomination
Customers, employees, and/or general supporters may nominate their favourite small business separately for a chance to win a $500 Visa gift card.
Deadline to apply is August 16, 2021
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Business After 5
August 18, 2021 | 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Keep the day's momentum going with an after business hours virtual networking experience! Grab your favourite 5 o'clock beverage and settle in for some casual conversation with Ottawa's business community. Catch up with familiar faces and meet new people!
Have you experienced the eSAX Virtual Networking platform? This is not your typical breakout room networking!
We can't wait to see you!
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Thank you to Camelot Golf & Country Club, everyone who registered, our sponsors and community partners for their support with this tournament.
Looking to sponsor and promote your brand? Ottawa’s Best Networking Golf Tournament still has sponsorship opportunities available. More information here or email don@ottawabusinessevents.ca
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Weekly on Thursdays
Introducing new 20 minute member strategy sessions with our Manager, Membership Experience! Share your business goals and learn how your member benefits can help you to nurture your business' growth.
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August 16, 2021 | 1:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Maximize Your Membership returns August 16 at 1:30 PM! Join OBoT's Manager, Membership Experience as she shares the benefits of membership.
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THANK YOU RENEWING MEMBERS!
Your 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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