Ottawa’s high concentration of government jobs may insulate families from the economic hardships faced by those in southwestern Ontario, says a Centretown bankruptcy and financial restructuring expert.
Sigrid Forberg, Centretown NewsAl Thornton, vice-president of Doyle Salewski, provides credit counselling from his Bank Street office.
Category: Business
Viewpoint: Harmonized sales tax would lower Ontario business costs
The Ontario economy was a sinking ship, recession or not.
Sagging economy could boost local tourism
As Winterlude wraps up this Sunday there’s reason to be optimistic about tourism in Ottawa even as the recession drags on, say industry insiders. 
Elizabeth Beddall, Centretown NewsAs Canada's capital, Ottawa may benefit from travellers looking for an affordable Canadian vacation.
Local group pushes for cleaner, safer streets
A Centretown community organization is working on a new program to encourage local businesses to spruce up their storefronts.