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News & Updates
This is where we share the latest news, announcements, and updates from across the OCOBIA network. From policy developments to citywide initiatives, you’ll find insights and information that matter to Ottawa’s BIAs — and the businesses they support.
Downtown Ottawa Business Relief Fund
APPLICATIONS CLOSE APRIL 30 OCOBIA is proud to partner with Invest Ottawa in support of the promotion and delivery of this significant fund to Ottawa core businesses who were impacted by the convoy protests. To learn more and to apply to the Downtown Ottawa Business...
OCOBIA Request: Trucker Convoy Protest in Ottawa, business support
Open request letter to: Hon. Minister Parliament Mona Fortier, President of the Treasury Board Minister Parliament Yasir Naqvi, Ottawa Centre Re: Trucker Convoy Protest in Ottawa Dear Ministers, We are writing to you today on behalf of 19 Ottawa BIAs, and the...
Ottawa BIA Business Survey – Convoy Protest Impacts
Prior to the 'Freedom Convoy' arrival, it was communicated to citizens and businesses to anticipate disruption of activity and obstructed vehicular access to and within the downtown core for the course of the weekend, beginning as early as Thursday January 27....
5 Ottawa BIAs Partner in My Main Street Local Business Accelerator
OTTAWA January 12, 2022 -- Five Ottawa Business Improvement Areas have partnered with My Main Street to participate in the Local Business Accelerator Program. This partnership is set to revitalize the hardest hit Business Improvement Areas in the city, and directly...