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James Watson
Director/Board Member at
TERAGO INC.
Net worth: 36 127 $ as of 2026-06-29
Profile
James A. Watson currently works at TeraGo, Inc., as Independent Director from 2023 and Ottawa Community Housing Corp., as Director.
Mr. Watson also formerly worked at The Canadian Tourism Commission, as President & Chief Executive Officer from 2000 to 2003, Invest Ottawa, as Co-Chairman, Hydro Ottawa Holding, Inc., as Director, Forum for Young Canadians, as Director, Central Canada Exhibition Association, as Director, The National Arts Centre, as Director, and Riverside Hospital, Inc., as Director.
Mr. Watson received his undergraduate degree from Carleton University.
Known holdings in public companies
| Company | Date | Number of shares | Valuation | Valuation date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
TERAGO INC. 0.1% | 2026-06-24 | 39,098 ( 0.1% ) | 36 127 $ | 2026-06-29 |
James Watson active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| TERAGO INC. | Director/Board Member | 2023-06-14 |
Ottawa Community Housing Corp.
 Ottawa Community Housing Corp. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides social services | Director/Board Member | - |
Former positions of James Watson
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
The Canadian Tourism Commission
 The Canadian Tourism Commission Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a national tourism marketing organization that promotes tourism in Canada | President | 2002-12-31 |
Riverside Hospital, Inc.
 Riverside Hospital, Inc. Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Provides healthcare services | Director/Board Member | - |
Forum for Young Canadians
 Forum for Young Canadians Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a charitable organization | Director/Board Member | - |
Central Canada Exhibition Association
 Central Canada Exhibition Association Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Central Canada Exhibition Association is a company that aims to inspire and mobilize the local soccer community in Ottawa, Canada. The company provides a local blog and guide called LansdownePark, which serves as a central hub for residents to stay updated on the latest news and developments in the area. The blog covers topics such as sports usage, exhibition and entertainment, reviews, and information on the partnership plan between Lansdownede Live and other entities. It also features news and updates on local sports teams like the Redblacks, 67s, Fury FC, and Atlético. | Director/Board Member | - |
The National Arts Centre
 The National Arts Centre Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Operates art center | Director/Board Member | - |
Training of James Watson
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Connections
29
1st degree connections
10
1st degree companies
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Linked companies
| Private companies | 10 |
|---|---|
TeraGo, Inc.
 TeraGo, Inc. Major TelecommunicationsCommunications Provides wireless broadband communication services | Communications |
Hydro Ottawa Holding, Inc.
 Hydro Ottawa Holding, Inc. Electric UtilitiesUtilities Generates and distributes hydro electricity | Utilities |
Carleton University
 Carleton University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Riverside Hospital, Inc.
Riverside Hospital, Inc. Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Provides healthcare services | Health Services |
The Canadian Tourism Commission
The Canadian Tourism Commission Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a national tourism marketing organization that promotes tourism in Canada | Commercial Services |
Forum for Young Canadians
Forum for Young Canadians Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a charitable organization | Commercial Services |
The National Arts Centre
The National Arts Centre Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Operates art center | Consumer Services |
Ottawa Community Housing Corp.
Ottawa Community Housing Corp. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides social services | Commercial Services |
Invest Ottawa
 Invest Ottawa Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Delivers economic development programs and initiatives that generate and accelerate entrepreneurial momentum | Commercial Services |
Central Canada Exhibition Association
Central Canada Exhibition Association Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Central Canada Exhibition Association is a company that aims to inspire and mobilize the local soccer community in Ottawa, Canada. The company provides a local blog and guide called LansdownePark, which serves as a central hub for residents to stay updated on the latest news and developments in the area. The blog covers topics such as sports usage, exhibition and entertainment, reviews, and information on the partnership plan between Lansdownede Live and other entities. It also features news and updates on local sports teams like the Redblacks, 67s, Fury FC, and Atlético. | Consumer Services |
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