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Key organizations and business infrastructureOttawa’s rich mix of business infrastructure supports the growing demands of a dynamic G8 capital and the ever-changing needs of a highly competitive advanced technology sector. At the heart of Ottawa’s success has been a remarkable collaboration between all levels of government, industry and academia. The results have produced an unparalleled business environment that is studied and replicated by other cities and business centres around the world. OCRIThe Ottawa Centre for Research and Innovation (OCRI) is the rallying point for business, education and government to advance Ottawa's globally competitive knowledge-based economy. OCRI plays a key role in supporting Ottawa’s priorities in education, research and economic development through initiatives such as Ottawa Global Marketing, SmartCapital, TalentWorks, the Entrepreneurship Centre and the Ottawa Capital Network. Learn more by visiting the OCRI website. Ottawa TourismThe Ottawa Tourism (OTCA) provides industry leadership, strategic direction and destination marketing of Ottawa and Canada's Capital Region in cooperation with members and partners. OTCA's team of experts work to build recognition of Ottawa as a world-class destination. Departments include: Marketing, Convention Sales, Travel Trade, Industry Development, Communications, Research, Membership, and Finance and Administration. Learn more by visiting the Ottawa Tourism corporate website or their external marketing portal, the Ottawa Tourism website. Ottawa Life Sciences CouncilThe Ottawa Life Sciences Council is a not-for-profit local and international, private and public sector partnership committed to stimulating the growth of the life sciences sector in the Ottawa area. Through its programs, projects and events, the OLSC strives to foster the development of new technologies and companies, as well as raise the profile of the local life sciences sector, both nationally and internationally. Learn more by visiting the Ottawa Life Sciences Council website. TalentWorksTalentWorks is a community-based initiative that is building Ottawa's talent pool by providing strategic, integrated support to target business sectors. The goal is to develop, attract, and retain qualified workers for targeted sectors of the local economy to support the identified needs of employers and job-seekers. Learn more by visiting the TalentWorks website. Ottawa Chamber of CommerceThe Ottawa Chamber of Commerce supports the economic strength of the Ottawa region by bringing together businesses from a wide variety of industries for networking opportunities. The Chamber acts in an advocacy role as the "voice of business" for the business community. Learn more by visiting the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce website. National Capital Business AllianceThe NCBA is an umbrella organization with representatives from Ottawa's Chambers of Commerce and major business alliances. Their mission is to strengthen the business community through the sharing of knowledge, dealing with governmental issues at all levels to encourage commerce and prevent actions detrimental to business vitality, and by supporting the growth opportunities that present themselves in the future. Learn more by visiting the National Capital Business Alliance website. Regroupement des gens d’affaires (RGA)The Regroupement des gens d’affaires brings together over 400 francophone businessmen and businesswomen, entrepreneurs and executives. It works to create an environment conducive to the prosperity of its members and to the economic development of the region. Learn more by visiting the RGA website. City of OttawaOttawa’s municipal government offers a number of services to support new businesses. Visit the City of Ottawa’s website to find a wealth of information.
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