Sandy Hill Archives - The Molly & Claude Team

Ottawa Mission’s Food Services Training Program

September 13, 2021 by Claude Jobin

The Ottawa Mission’s Food Services have moved into the former Rideau Street Bakery location. This location, now called Chef Ric’s, will allow Chef Ric Allen-Watson’s Food Services Training Program to teach 75 students per year. Read more here.

Sandy Hill – Annie Pootoogook Park

February 20, 2021 by Claude Jobin

“Ottawa city councillors have voted to rename a Sandy Hill park after celebrated Inuk artist Annie Pootoogook”. Beyond renaming the park her work with be exhibited in the Sandy Hill Community Centre and the National Art Gallery. Stephanie Plante spearheaded the renaming the park, honouring the celebrated artist from Nunavut. More here.

The Snowmen of Sandy Hill’s Strathcona Park

January 31, 2021 by Claude Jobin

On this cold January day let us turn our attention for a moment to the whimsical snowmen of Strathcona Park in Sandy Hill as well as the other snow sculptures of Ottawa.

An interview with Claude Jobin – Yes really!

December 17, 2020 by Claude Jobin

Today I post an interview conducted Monday by Jessie Olsen of ParkBench. The questions were:

Why did you become a Real Estate Professional?
What makes you stand out from other real estate professionals?
What is the most memorable experience you’ve had with a client?
What else do you do besides work?
What do you love most about the area?
Why do you think it’s so important to support the community and shop local?

Yes the interview was conducted for my Sandy Hill website and a part of the interview’s focus was on Sandy Hill but that being said our business takes us west to Constance Bay, east to Casselman and south to Greely – it’s not that big a city. We can always help you buy or sell condos or houses!

If Betty were here she’d say smile more! I was a bit nervous and staying on track was my main focus. Sorry Betty!

Ottawa Artist Creates New Mural in Sandy Hill

October 25, 2020 by Claude Jobin

Ottawa artist Claudia Salguero, with the collaboration of 32 families, has created a new mural at the Ottawa Community Housing on Chapel Street in Sandy Hill. More here.

CREA – Canadian Real Estate Association Housing
Market Snapshot September 2020

October 24, 2020 by Claude Jobin

Seems late in the month of Octboer for September statistics but perhaps it takes a moment or two for the Canadian Real Estate Association to compile the statistics from all of the provinces and territories.

Sandy Hill History – Sandy Hill Stories

October 23, 2020 by Claude Jobin

François Bregha, himself a resident of Sandy Hill, has written much on the history on Sandy Hill. Today, we feature Sandy Hill Stories, details of which can be found on history.ash-acs.ca. The post contains links to: prime ministers, Fathers of Confederation, other politicians, businessmen, writers, activists, civil servants, and other notable individuals who have made Sandy Hill their home. So, make yourself a coffee, sit back, and discover what made, and what makes Sandy Hill one of the premier neighbourhoods of Ottawa.

The Dark Side of Sandy Hill – Walking Tours

October 17, 2020 by Claude Jobin

Discover the mystery and intrigue along Sandy Hill’s historic streets. From séances to sewer explosions, spies to the Spanish influenza, we promise you a tour chock full of history and theatrics.

Tours will be approximately 1.5 hours and will happen rain or shine. Please come equipped with suitable shoes and clothing.

When: Four options: Thursday, October 29 at 6 p.m.; Friday, October 30 at 6 p.m.; Saturday, October 31 at 2 p.m.; Saturday, October 31 at 5 p.m.

Where: Meet in front of the Sandy Hill Community Centre, 250 Somerset St. E. (Note: the tour will finish near Tabaret Hall at uOttawa). There is parking behind the community centre and on nearby streets.

Price: By-donation. Tour participants will have the chance to put a donation towards an annual membership for Action Sandy Hill, just $5 for students or seniors and $8 for other individuals.

COVID-19 Precautions

This tour will be compliant with the guidelines set out by Ottawa Public Health:

We are capping registration for each tour at 15 participants. This is below the current recommended limit of 25 people for outdoor, unmonitored events;
We ask all tour participants wear a non-medical mask and remain physically distanced from those not in their bubble. We will have free disposable masks for those who forget theirs at home;
Our guide will be wearing a face shield;
The tour will be held entirely outside.

NOTE: Due to COVID-19 this event could be cancelled at any time, including last minute. If this happens, we will contact you through the email address or phone number listed on the registration form. Thank you for understanding the challenges of event planning during a pandemic!

To register for the tour, please complete the form found on the Action Sandy Hill website, indicate the date and time you want, a member of Action Sandy Hill will confirm your registration by email.

Squirrels Host Community Gathering

October 12, 2020 by Claude Jobin

Squirrels from the region gathered on the lawn of Tabaret Hall at Ottawa University in Sandy Hill earlier this month. The event organizer Chippitz explained this year’s theme – Finder’s Keepers, more on that here. I read there was an electric scooter racing event. I DO hope they read the scooter rules.

Congratulations to Squirly Daniels for once again winning the acorn competion!

To those who are celebration today: Happy Thanksgiving!