OCRI’s Take – Refresh of Ottawa’s economic development strategy
Earlier this month, I had the opportunity to present OCRI’s response to the city’s proposed economic development strategy. The strategy sees Ottawa recognized as a competitive global hub for innovative, knowledge-based talent, businesses and organizations. OCRI is committed to the economic development of the city and overall, we agree with the strategic objectives as outlined [...]
OttawaReads comes to Life in Cornwall
2010 was a great year for volunteers and organizers of OttawaReads all across the city. But, it was an even better year for the children in Cornwall who, for the first time, had an opportunity to participate in one of the region’s most influential volunteer-based reading programs.
LectureOttawa a pris vie à Cornwall
2010 a été une grande année pour les bénévoles et les organisateurs de LectureOttawa partout à travers la ville. Mais, il a été une meilleure année pour les enfants de Cornwall qui, pour la première fois, on eu l’occasion de participer à l’un des plus influents programmes de lecture basé sur le volontariat de la [...]
Conquer the Invisible in Ottawa
Special blog entry by Barry Braun, Business Pathways Inc. and founder of Conquer the Invisible.
Cambridge in the Sun and Pleasant Conversation
Being from North America, I am always impressed by the beauty of many of Europe’s old districts. None is as spectacular as Cambridge with the combination of its medieval architecture and parkland around Cambridge University. My visit this time was enhanced by record high temperatures and wall to wall sun. None of the cold, wet, [...]
Ottawa’s High School Technology Program opens doors to future for 100 students from five local high schools
The faces of tomorrow are looking for experience today, and some found exceptional opportunities for discovery and learning in the Ottawa High School Technology Program. This program enriches curriculum and enhances students’ learning with teachers and staff from the school boards as well as industry mentors.
Hong Kong: The Beat Goes
by Mike Darch, April 16, 2010
I recall the comment by Mark Twain, “Reports of my death are greatly exaggerated”. This phrase definitely applies to Hong Kong. When Hong Kong was returned to China in 1997, many, including me, thought that the glory days of Hong Kong were over. Its importance as a global business centre would [...]
Turn your Blackberry RED! OCRI members team up to create new theme
New Blackberry Theme is created as a result of networking at OCRI’s TEB event.
The first e-mail I read this morning was a message from Rick Dalmazzi, President of Magmic Games. Apparently he and Cyril Leeder, President of the Ottawa Senators, were sitting next to each other at the last OCRI TEB (Technology Executive Breakfast). Cyril [...]
Don’t You Love When a Good Plan Comes Together: Reflecting on One of Those Goose Bump Moments
April 11, 2010 – Beijing
It is early Sunday morning in Beijing, early Saturday evening back home in Ottawa, and I am having one of those goose bump moments that are rare in the world of economic development. In my business, it is seldom that you are able to see immediate cause and effect to your [...]
Ottawa Business Delegation Succeeds in Beijing
By Mayor Larry O’Brien
On April 6th, I embarked on a 10-day economic development mission to the Chinese cities of Beijing, Chongqing, Shenzhen and Hong Kong. The mission, coordinated by OCRI, aims to strengthen existing relationships between our cities and to further establish Ottawa as one of China’s strategic partners.