AS WE PRESENT this Fall/Winter 2024 issue of CAPITAL, we reflect on a time of remarkable transformation for our city. Ottawa continues to grow as a vibrant, dynamic destination, where local entrepreneurs and business leaders make lasting impacts on the […]

IN THIS ISSUE OF CAPITAL, we are excited to spotlight Ottawa’s evolution as a city uniquely positioned for growth, adaptability, and resilience. As Canada’s capital, Ottawa offers a harmonious blend of cultural richness, economic opportunity, and forward-thinking initiatives, making it […]

BY JENNIFER CAMPBELL OTTAWA IS A WORLD-CLASS CAPITAL in a relatively small package—at least population-wise, where we fall 90th on the list, well above our Australian counterpart of Canberra, but well below the Top 10, which all have populations in excess […]

DOWNTOWN OTTAWA is at a crucial turning point. Once the vibrant heart of the city, where government offices, cultural hotspots and daily life came together, the area has struggled in recent years. Our downtown was disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 […]

OTTAWA IS “SMALL BUSINESS STRONG.” A full 92.5 per cent of Ottawa’s 30,900 active businesses are considered small—meaning fewer than 99 employees—and most of them, nearly 60 per cent, are defined by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce (CCC) as “micro […]

IT WAS ONCE A RITE OF PASSAGE for young people embarking on careers to buy a home where they could build their lives. But things have changed. The dream of home ownership is complicated for most—and impossible for many. Home prices, […]

WHILE HOMES ARE AT THE HEART of the Greater Ottawa Home Builders’ Association (GOHBA), our impact goes well beyond advocating for new construction and professional renovation. We’re just as focused on building a strong, connected community. That’s why our events have […]