How Ottawa performs from a tech perspective

by Valeria Tcacenco

How Ottawa performs from a tech perspective

 

Ottawa, the capital city of Canada, is home to one of the most varied tech scenes in the country. It is a leader in SaaS, AI, digital media, autonomous cars, 5G, next-generation networks, cybersecurity, and more.

There are many companies in the area that work on SaaS, data analytics, and AI. The likes of Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle are just some examples that have contributed to the development of autonomous vehicles, e-commerce, smart city initiatives, and the Internet of Things. It's amazing to see how much Shopify, Halogen, and Kanaxis have grown, having raised record amounts of money to help further their expansion.

The capital city is truly a hub of knowledge-based industries, with over 1,750 companies and more than 68,500 highly skilled professionals calling it home: 

  • Cleantech

  • Communication Technology

  • Aerospace, Defence and Security

  • Life Sciences and Smart-Health

  • Software

The presence of renowned educational institutions like Carleton University and the University of Ottawa, also, focus on education and research in STEM fields has contributed greatly to the highly skilled workforce in Ottawa.

Ottawa is a great city to hire IT service providers from Canada for projects. Use the advanced filter on the website to shortlist companies or submit project requirements for a curated list. TechBehemoths connects users with tech companies and allows them to execute projects without obligation to hire companies that don't meet business requirements.

Valeria Tcacenco

Customer Success Manager

I am a creative enthusiast passionate about art. Recently, I found myself in the art of writing, especially in copywriting, where I can inform, inspire, and persuade others. A definite thing is that 1% is talent and the rest is perseverance.