The economy’s downward spiral hasn’t left all businesses bruised and battered – some area pawn shops say the recession has actually fattened their bottom lines.
Natalie Zakrzewski, Centretown News Unlike pawn shops, some second-hand stores are suffering in the economic downturn. Stan Wise, owner of Rings Etc. on Bank Street, wonders about the financial future of his business.
Category: Business
Public service may move to suburbs
Centretown might have some competition in securing new leases to house Canada’s public service, as the government seeks lower rents and greener buildings.
Viewpoint: Beware of web when seeking financial advice
The grim aftermath is here. So many people flocked to hectic malls and giant department stores in December, emptying their pockets during the Christmas season.
‘Bandit cabs’ thrive during transit strike
An increasing number of Ottawa citizens are turning to potentially dangerous unlicensed taxi drivers to get around amidst the OC Transpo strike.
Elizabeth Beddall, Centretown News Yusuf Al Mezel, president of the taxi drivers union, says there are enough licensed cabs to serve the residents of Ottawa during the OC Transpo strike.