Insights from Ottawa's City Building Summit with Sueling Ching

Host Sam Laprade interviews Sueling Ching, President and CEO of the Ottawa Board of Trade, about the impactful City Building Summit. The event, which started in 2019, focuses on how the business community can influence Ottawa's growth, infrastructure, and policies to foster economic development, especially in the context of post-pandemic changes. Discussions covered the shifts in the city core, work from home trends, and federal asset strategies, highlighting Ottawa's unique position as the capital. They also touched on engaging youth in city planning, the federal budget's housing initiatives, and upcoming events organized by the Ottawa Board of Trade aimed at promoting thought leadership and community among business leaders. The conversation underscores the importance of collaboration, strategic planning, and inclusivity in developing a thriving, forward-looking city.