GAO Tek Serves Ottawa–Gatineau, Ontario/Quebec

About Ottawa–Gatineau, Ontario/Quebec

Ottawa–Gatineau, often referred to as the National Capital Region (NCR), is a metropolitan area in Canada that straddles the provincial border between Ontario and Quebec. It is the capital region of Canada and serves as the administrative and political center of the country. The NCR encompasses two cities, Ottawa on the Ontario side, and Gatineau (formerly known as Hull) on the Quebec side, along with several surrounding municipalities and townships.

Geography

Ottawa is in eastern Ontario, on the southern bank of the Ottawa River. Gatineau is situated on the northern bank of the Ottawa River, in western Quebec. The Ottawa River serves as the natural boundary between the two cities. Ottawa–Gatineau is strategically important to GAO Tek Inc. Ottawa–Gatineau and its neighboring cities are among GAO Tek’s major markets since GAO focuses on the North American market. Ranked as one of the top B2B technology suppliers, GAO Tek has many customers in this region and ships products overnight here from its office in the city of Toronto or New York City.

Economy

Ottawa’s economy is largely driven by the federal government, high-tech industries, research and development, and education institutions. It is home to several leading technology companies and research centers. Gatineau’s economy is diverse and includes government services, education, healthcare, and tourism. Many industry leaders in Ottawa–Gatineau have worked with GAO Tek’s to develop advanced technological solutions for them, including GAO Tek products from these categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical & Water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, and Network and IoT Products. 

Education

The National Capital Region is home to numerous educational institutions, including the University of Ottawa, Carleton University, and the Université du Québec en Outaouais. These institutions offer a wide range of programs and contribute to the region’s vibrant intellectual community. GAO Tek has provided advanced equipment to some leading education institutions in Ottawa–Gatineau, Ontario/Quebec to educate and invest in next generation of talents from Ottawa–Gatineau.

Transportation

Ottawa is served by the Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport and is well-connected by road and rail. Both cities have comprehensive public transportation systems, including buses and light rail transit. Companies in Ottawa–Gatineau, Ontario/Quebec have been using GAO Tek’s products in building, maintaining, and operating cars, buses, trucks, roads, bridges, airplanes, airports etc.

Top Industries in Ottawa–Gatineau, Ontario/Quebec

Ottawa–Gatineau, Ontario/Quebec is a global economic powerhouse and has many globally and regionally influential industries, such as:

Government and Public Administration Industry
High-Tech and Information Technology Industry
Education and Research Industry
Health and Healthcare Services Industry
Tourism and Hospitality Industry
Aerospace and Defense Industry
Manufacturing Industry
Professional Services Industry
Finance and Insurance Industry
Arts and Culture Industry

Government and Public Administration Industry in Ottawa–Gatineau

As the capital of Canada, Ottawa is home to numerous federal government departments, agencies, and institutions. These provide a significant portion of the employment and economic activity in the region. Customers in the government and public administration industry in Ottawa–Gatineau, Ontario/Quebec are interested in GAO Tek’s all major categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical and water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, Network and IoT Products.

Many customers have purchased GAO Tek’s Structural Testers, including Coating & Material Thickness Gauges, Crack Detectors, Flaw Detectors, Gloss Meters , Hardness Testers, Manometers , Other Material Analyzers, Surface Roughness Gauges & Testers, Thermal Imagers & Industrial Endoscopes, Thickness Gauges, Ultrasonic & Mass Flow Meters and Vibration Meters.

Here are the leading companies in government and public administration industry in Ottawa–Gatineau and most of them are GAO Tek’s customers:

Government of Canada
Parliament of Canada
Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)
Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS)
Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)
Public Safety Canada
Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC)
Bank of Canada
National Research Council (NRC)
Statistics Canada

High-Tech and Information Technology Industry in Ottawa–Gatineau

Ottawa has a thriving technology sector, with companies specializing in telecommunications, software development, and hardware manufacturing. This includes major players like Shopify, BlackBerry, and several start-ups. Customers in the high-tech and information technology industry in Ottawa–Gatineau, Ontario/Quebec are interested in GAO Tek’s all major categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical and water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, Network and IoT Products.

Here are the leading companies in high-tech and information technology industry in Ottawa–Gatineau and most of them are GAO Tek’s customers:

Shopify
BlackBerry
Ciena
Mitel
QNX Software Systems
Synopsys
Ross Video
Cognos
ProntoForms
Solace

Education and Research Industry in Ottawa–Gatineau

The region is home to several universities, colleges, and research institutions, contributing to a strong education and research sector. These institutions play a vital role in driving innovation and knowledge-based industries. Customers in the government and public administration industry in Ottawa–Gatineau, Ontario/Quebec are interested in GAO Tek’s all major categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical and water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, Network and IoT Products.

Many customers have purchased GAO Tek’s Life Sciences Testers, including Life Sciences, Melting Point, Peristaltic Pumps, Polarimeters, and Viscometers. 

Here are the leading companies in education and research industry in Ottawa–Gatineau and most of them are GAO Tek’s customers:

University of Ottawa
Carleton University
Algonquin College
Université du Québec en Outaouais (UQO)
National Research Council (NRC)
Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)
Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC)
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC)
Perley-Rideau Veterans’ Health Centre
Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO)
Ottawa Hospital Research Institute

Health and Healthcare Services Industry in Ottawa–Gatineau

Ottawa–Gatineau has a robust healthcare sector, with multiple hospitals, clinics, and healthcare services. It includes the Ottawa Hospital, Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO), and research facilities. Customers in the health and healthcare services industry in Ottawa–Gatineau, Ontario/Quebec are interested in GAO Tek’s all major categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical and water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, Network and IoT Products.

Many customers are particularly interested in GAO Tek’s Life Sciences Testers, including Life Sciences, Melting Point, Peristaltic Pumps, Polarimeters,and Viscometers. 

Here are the leading companies in health and healthcare services industry in Ottawa–Gatineau and most of them are GAO Tek’s customers:

The Ottawa Hospital
Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO)
Queensway Carleton Hospital
Montfort Hospital
Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre
Ottawa Public Health
Bruyère Continuing Care
Canadian Blood Services
Health Canada
Public Health Agency of Canada
Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)
Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)

Tourism and Hospitality Industry in Ottawa–Gatineau

The region attracts tourists due to its historical and cultural attractions, museums, festivals, and outdoor recreational opportunities. Tourism and hospitality businesses, including hotels, restaurants, and tour operators, contribute to the local economy. Customers in the tourism and hospitality industry in Ottawa–Gatineau, Ontario/Quebec are interested in GAO Tek’s all major categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical and water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, Network and IoT Products.

Many customers are particularly interested in GAO Tek’s Life Sciences Testers, including Life Sciences, Melting Point, Peristaltic Pumps, Polarimeters, and Viscometers. 

Here are the leading companies in tourism and hospitality industry in Ottawa–Gatineau and most of them are GAO Tek’s customers:

Fairmont Château Laurier
The Westin Ottawa
Ottawa Marriott Hotel
Delta Hotels by Marriott Ottawa City Centre
Shaw Centre (Ottawa Convention Centre)
Canadian Museum of History
National Gallery of Canada
Canadian Museum of Nature
ByWard Market
Casino du Lac-Leamy

Aerospace and Defense Industry in Ottawa–Gatineau

The aerospace and defense industry are a significant part of the economy, with companies like Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics, and other defense contractors having a presence in the region. Customers in the aerospace and defense industry in Ottawa–Gatineau, Ontario/Quebec are interested in GAO Tek’s all major categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical and water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, Network and IoT Products.

Here are the leading companies in aerospace and defense industry in Ottawa–Gatineau and most of them are GAO Tek’s customers:

Lockheed Martin Canada
General Dynamics Mission Systems – Canada
Raytheon Canada Limited
Northrop Grumman Innovation Systems (formerly Orbital ATK)
L3Harris WESCAM
CAE Inc.
COM DEV International (A subsidiary of Honeywell Aerospace)
MDS Aero Support Corporation
Thales Canada
DRS Technologies Canada Ltd.

Manufacturing Industry in Ottawa–Gatineau

Ottawa–Gatineau has a diverse manufacturing sector, including companies producing machinery, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and food products. Customers in the manufacturing industry in Ottawa–Gatineau, Ontario/Quebec are interested in GAO Tek’s all major categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical and water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, Network and IoT Products.

Here are the leading companies in manufacturing industry in Ottawa–Gatineau and most of them are GAO Tek’s customers:

Sanmina
Magellan Aerospace
Nordion (now part of Thermo Fisher Scientific)
Iogen Corporation
Syntron Material Handling (formerly FMC Technologies)
Keltech Energies Ltd.
Giatec Scientific Inc.
Anatolia Tile & Stone
Independent Electric
TechInsights

Professional Services Industry in Ottawa–Gatineau

The region is home to a wide range of professional services, such as law firms, accounting firms, consulting companies, and marketing agencies. Customers in the professional services industry in Ottawa–Gatineau, Ontario/Quebec are interested in GAO Tek’s all major categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical and water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, Network and IoT Products.

Here are the leading companies in professional services industry in Ottawa–Gatineau and most of them are GAO Tek’s customers:

Deloitte
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
Ernst & Young (EY)
KPMG
Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG)
Gowlings WLG
Norton Rose Fulbright
BDO Canada
Gartner
Kinaxis

Finance and Insurance Industry in Ottawa–Gatineau

Ottawa has a growing financial and insurance sector, with a range of financial institutions and insurance companies operating in the area. Customers in the finance and insurance industry in Ottawa–Gatineau, Ontario/Quebec are interested in GAO Tek’s all major categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical and water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, Network and IoT Products.

Here are the leading companies in finance and insurance industry in Ottawa–Gatineau and most of them are GAO Tek’s customers:

Export Development Canada (EDC)
The Canada Deposit Insurance Corporation (CDIC)
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)
TD Canada Trust
Bank of Montreal (BMO)
Canadian Bank Note Company, Limited
Sun Life Financial
The Co-operators
Desjardins Group
Industrial Alliance Insurance and Financial Services

Arts and Culture Industry in Ottawa–Gatineau

Ottawa–Gatineau has a vibrant arts and culture sector, with theaters, galleries, and creative industries that contribute to the local economy. Customers in the arts and culture industry in Ottawa–Gatineau are interested in GAO Tek’s all major categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical and water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones, Network and IoT Products.

Here are the leading companies in arts and culture industry in Ottawa–Gatineau and most of them are GAO Tek’s customers:

National Arts Centre (NAC)
Ottawa Art Gallery (OAG)
Canadian Museum of History
Canadian Museum of Nature
National Gallery of Canada
Ottawa Little Theatre
Great Canadian Theatre Company (GCTC)
Ottawa Symphony Orchestra
Shenkman Arts Centre
Ottawa School of Art

Helping Customers in Ottawa–Gatineau with Compliance 

With its products and services, GAO Tek has been helping its customers in Ottawa–Gatineau to comply with the Canadian federal regulations, Ontario/Quebec regulations, and Ottawa–Gatineau regulations or by-laws. For example, on the Ontario/Quebec level, we have worked with 

Ministry of the Attorney General of Ontario
Ministry of Transportation of Ontario
Ontario Ministry of Labour
Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks
Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario
Ministère de la Justice du Québec
Ministère des Transports du Québec
Ministère du Travail, de l’Emploi et de la Solidarité sociale
Ministère de l’Environnement et de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques
Régie des alcools, des courses et des jeux du Québec

Helping Customers in Ottawa–Gatineau

GAO Tek provides online support or onsite support at customers’ premises Ottawa–Gatineau and has been working with partners in Ottawa–Gatineau to supplement our support work. GAO Tek ships its products overnight to customers in Ottawa–Gatineau from our office in New York City or the City of Toronto.  

Here are some of GAO Tek’s other customers in Ottawa–Gatineau, Ontario/Quebec. They have purchased GAO Tek products from these categories: Environmental Testers, Chemical & Water Testers, Structural Testers, Electrical and Electronics Testers, Drones and Network and IoT Products.    