Conversation with Maria
subject: Ethnographic Interview with a Mexican Immigrant
description: Maria is a Mexican immigrant studying Joint Honours in Political Science and History at the University of Ottawa. She first arrived in Victoria, British Columbia, as a boarding student, then moved to Ottawa for post-secondary education, and returned home in the summer to reconnect with her family and Mexican community. As a young adult, Maria looks forward to continuing her exploration and travelling the world, with the possibility of returning home afterward. Her decision to come to Canada was not her own; it was made by her parents, who saw Canada as a welcoming and open country for immigrants. None of her family members moved with her, except for her brother, who came one year after her arrival for a short time but left soon after because he was not enjoying his experience. This reality contextualizes her early experience of settlement, exhibiting the nuance and varied responses involved with being immersed in a new country and culture. Maria highlights that long-term integration has not always been easy for her and that this challenge persists long after one’s arrival in a new country. Maria mentioned that she has yet to find a Latin American community in Ottawa, stating she was unaware of its existence. She notes that Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal are hubs for Latin American communities, with organized cultural celebrations and events. She articulated an uneven nature of immigrant integration across different cities and urban contexts. Maria still holds her cultural identity and the traditions she values very closely, as this helps her stay connected to her Mexican community. She expressed that a significant cultural holiday she celebrates is Semana Santa, a Catholic holy event popular in Mexico. She also appreciates foods such as Chilaquiles, a dish made with tortillas and tomato-chilli sauce, and she buys most of her ingredients at grocery stores like Loblaws and Food Basics. Her incorporation of Mexican culture into her Canadian life has helped Maria main…
date: March 10, 2026
format: MP3
language: English

Conversation with Claudia Martinez
description: Claudia Martinez is an immigrant from Colombia and has been living in Canada for over 20 years. She shares her story, touching on themes of cultural adaptation and community growth. She explains that through family reunification, she was able to bring relatives to Canada and has since seen growth in the Latin community, making cultural foods more accessible. Claudia shares the importance she places on family-focused celebrations such as Christmas and Thanksgiving. She also explains comparisons in social norms between Colombia and Canada. Moreover, she emphasizes the strong work ethic of Colombian immigrants and their commitment to family and societal contribution. Overall, she is grateful for the Anthroharvest website, which serves as a great platform to share diverse immigrant stories and can promote a better understanding among the public of the different situations that lead to immigration.
date: Friday, March 13th 2026 at 9:00AM
format: MP3
language: English

Conversation with Vera Cotter
description: This Interview features Vera Cotter and her journey from Trinidad and Tobago to Canada. Born in 1955, Vera spent her early years in Trinidad’s capital, Port of Spain. She then moved at the age of five to Princes Town, where she would spend the rest of her childhood and teenage years until moving abroad to the United States for University. When describing her upbringing, Vera explained that she grew up in a large, multi-generational household and neighbourhood. Education was very important in her family and within her community; you could attend either French or English school. Vera’s family chose the English system and, in turn, expected their children to attend English universities after finishing secondary school, particularly the University of Cambridge. Family is vital to Vera’s culture and has played a central role in how she ended up in the West years ago and how she continues to live today. She articulated that she was only able to go to the United States at all because of her aunt, who was already studying there. She describes this, stating, "our culture, you have to live with family, like you can't just go as a student to a strange land." She later moved to Canada and began attending pharmacy school at the University of Toronto. As she described her time in Toronto, she laughed and explained that she was a bit of a rebel within her family. While studying, she was still required to live with her family and, being in her early twenties, felt a strong need for independence that ultimately led her to drop out of university at the time she described this, stating, “being stuck with relatives, and I had a few more relatives in Toronto. And I just found living with, they became my parents. And it was like too much, too many parents. And we were allowed back then to work like 20 hours a week as a student in Canada. So, I hung out with a crowd that my family did not approve of, it was like, not good. So, there was a lot of pressure. There's school and there's the fr…
date: 2026-03-05
format: MP3 file
language: English

Sandy Hill Food Mapping - Community Sites
creator: Din Betote Carolyn Phidd Devon Giguere Roodmya Douge
contributor: Din Betote Carolyn Phidd Devon Giguere Roodmya Douge

1901 Historical Fire Insurance Map Of Sandy Hill
subject: Sandy Hill in 1901
description: These images document Sandy Hill. It serves as a baseline to see how the neighborhood has changed. By clicking on an image and enlarging it, you can see where there were grocers (GRO), as well as other businesses from livery stables, coal sheds, freight yards to hotels.

1912 Historical Fire Insurance Maps of Sandy Hill
description: These images document Sandy Hill. By comparing these to the previous map collections, you can see how the neighborhood has changed. By clicking on an image and enlarging it, you can see where there were grocers , bakers, Chinese laundry, churches and schools.

Graphs of City of Ottawa Public Investment
description: These two graphs are from data gathered from the City of Ottawa Operating Budgets from 2012-2025, minus 2015.

Food Vendors in Sandy Hill
description: Our group mapped food vendors (e.g, restaurants, convenience stores, grocery vendors, coffee shops, etc.) in Sandy Hill. We examined each location’s general affordability, the food’s or vendor’s cultural origins, and whether there are food preference availability. Boundaries of our mapping were (North to South) Besserer Street to Mann Avenue, and (West to East) King Edward Avenue to the Rideau River. Understanding what food options exist in the area help to create a picture of Sandy Hill’s livability and discover areas for potential improvement (more diverse food options, healthier options, cheaper options, etc.). ----- As of 2026, Sandy Hill (within the boundaries specified previously) has 43 food vendors. 31 of these vendors, we classified as sit-down or take-out restaurants/food, and pubs and eateries, and 6 vendors we classified as coffee houses, bakeries, or beverage shops. 4 food vendors were convenience stores and the 2 were grocery stores. Most of the food vendors were clustered close to the University, with a high frequency on Laurier Avenue. The two grocery vendors operated on Mann avenue, allowing residents of the neighbourhood living nearby the opportunities to purchase basic food necessities without having to travel to Rideau street and beyond for grocery items. Sandy Hill has many food vendors selling different cuisines including Indian, Mediterranean, Thai, Japanese, Korean, Mexican, Guyanaese and Caribbean, North African, and French Gastronomy. Affordability fluctuated with most of the affordable food stores operating close to the University. Restaurants closer to Range Road and Strathcona Park had a dramatic increase in price compared to the rest of the food vendors. More often than not, food vendors had at least a few vegan, vegetarian, or halal options available. Most places also allowed for customization and substitutions. (See Food in Sandy Hill Comparison - 2010 to 2026 table). Compared to 2010, there are more food options that are more diverse…
creator: Fiona Labonté, Lily Smith, Sabryn McLennan
source: Our research was conducted through online sources and using primary observation and research collection. Google Maps was the main source used, both to get accurate building locations and addresses and to explore food vendor’s online menus. Additionally, Google Maps Street View program was used occasionally to review past versions of locations to examine what businesses existed in that location during the years 2009 to 2012. Additional sources – vendor’s websites – were consulted when primary observation was ineffective, such as if a food vendor existed only as an online ordering, take-out website (e.g. SushiLab).
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language: English

Potential Sites for New Sandy Hill Community Gardens
subject: Potential areas of reform, including residential areas, current community gardens, community garden expansion areas, recreational/natural landscapes, and gentrified areas.
description: Introduction. Our group, consisting of Supreet Phangura and Jodie Choy mapped community gardens and landlord company-owned areas in Sandy Hill. The boundaries of our mapping were from Rideau Street to Mann Avenue, and then up to Range Road. Community gardens are critical for our understanding of food assets in a few central ways. Firstly, community gardens can indicate socioeconomic status of an area through observation of infrastructure and how well-maintained it is. Secondly, the crops that a community garden produces can signify a gap in food assets as well as physical and monetary accessibility otherwise provided by food infrastructure in the area. Finally, the demographic of the community garden’s users can signify the level of food insecurity and need for mutual aid. In particular, an analysis on how socioeconomic factors shape what people think community gardens are for found that age, education, and annual household income had significant impact on how residents perceived benefits and purposes of community gardens. Annual household income was a strong indicator of whether a resident viewed gardening as a tool for physical health and increased produce intake, with higher-income individuals more likely to view community gardens as a way to increase physical activity. On the other hand, for lower-income individuals, community gardens were viewed as essential tools to obtain food while under financial pressure. Lower-income households were also found to be more likely to be recipients of produce, rather than active participants in the gardening process itself (Tackie et al., 2014). Community gardens are an essential part of the story about how communities address food insecurity. Community gardens reveal the socioeconomics of food asset availability in Sandy Hill. In combination with this, the amount of landlord company-owned housing is also critical for the understanding of food assets because increases in landlord companies are heavily associated with gentrifi…
creator: Supreet Phangura & Jodie Choy
source: Methodology The research for this map combined existing data and on ground fieldwork to build a comprehensive understanding of community garden opportunities and urban changes in Sandy Hill. To start, Google Maps was used as the base of the map and to establish the geographic boundaries of Sandy Hill. Both the standard and satellite view options of Google Maps were applied to identify spatial features such as flat roofed or vacant buildings as well as to assess the extent of existing and potential garden spaces. Google Maps’ first person street view feature was also utilized to examine how buildings and streetscapes appeared in the summer in addition to comparing imagery from 2010 to 2026 in order to identify signs of gentrification or other changes in the neighbourhood. To locate confirmed community gardens, JustFood.ca was consulted, which provided verified listings within the Sandy Hill area. Furthermore, the University of Ottawa’s campus sustainability initiatives website helped identify existing communal gardens and understand the regulations governing them. The university’s Edible Landscape Proposal and green space campus map aided in highlighting potential areas for future garden development. Upon completion of research, primary fieldwork was done, where a walkthrough survey of the neighbourhood was conducted. During this, recreational spaces, major residential zones with flat roofs, gentrified areas, and existing gardens such as those in Strathcona Park and Robinson Park, as well as smaller campus plots were noted or documented via photograph. To supplement the map further, a team member who resides in Sandy Hill carried out additional informal walkthroughs and tracked potential areas of reform and residential opportunities. To verify which gardens remained active, online searches were verified by cross referencing with active Facebook groups, community garden websites, and recent news articles. Finally, these findings were compared with the “Where’s the Foo…
rights: All photography was done by Supreet Phangura (Creative Common license, 2026)

Sandy Hill Grocery Accessibility
subject: The categorizing of grocery stores surrounding the Sandy Hill areas based on transportation via bike, car and public transit, as well as accessibility based on the time the grocers open, and price point. Cumulatively, assessing why Sandy Hill residents chose certain grocers.
description: These maps critically analyze food assets available around the Sandy Hill area by considering the affordability and accessibility of the grocery stores outside of its boundaries, acknowledging that inside its boundaries, the only options are convenience stores with high price points and limited options in variety and diversity, as well as eat-in and take-out places, which are less sustainable for its residents.
creator: Kelsey Davey (300293417), Gabriella Mills (300288137), Sakura Ito (300295725)
date: 8 April 2026
language: English

Data Table of the City of Ottawa Operating Budget 2012-2025
creator: Din Betote, Carolyn Phidd, Devon Giguere, and Roodmya Douge
source: 2022 Adopted Budget , City of Ottawa, 8 Dec. 2021, documents.ottawa.ca/sites/documents/files/2022_Adopted_Budget_Book_English_CondensedAODA.pdf. 2023 Adopted Budget , City of Ottawa, 1 Mar. 2023, documents.ottawa.ca/sites/default/files/2023%20Adopted%20Budget%20Book%20Part%201-AODA.pdf. 2024 Adopted Budget, City of Ottawa, 6 Dec. 2023, documents.ottawa.ca/sites/default/files/2024%20Adopted%20Budget%20Book%20English%20Condensed-AODA.pdf. 2025 Adopted Budget , City of Ottawa, 11 Dec. 2024, documents.ottawa.ca/sites/default/files/2025%20Adopted%20Budget%20Book%20English%20Condensed-AODA.pdf.
publisher: City of Ottawa

http://omeka.uottawa.ca/anthroharvest/items/show/146
title: Food Insecurity in Ottawa and Ontario. This table shows the percentage of food insecurity both within Ottawa and the greater Ontario region. Although the numbers have fluctuated in the past five years, food insecurity rose from 15% to 25%.
creator: Din Betote, Carolyn Phidd, Devon Giguere, and Roodmya Douge

Map of Sandy Hill’s Active Rental
subject: This research focuses on the demographics of Sandy Hill’s housing, specifically rental properties and apartments.
description: Our group mapped apartments and rental properties in Sandy Hill. This topic is important for understanding food assets because it maps physical distance between people and food sources, as well as the financial status of people who live in rental properties and how much money they have to spend on food. Sources for our findings include real estate agents (collect information on housing for the purpose of selling, investing, and advising others), and Statistics Canada. The average household income in Sandy Hill before taxes is $87,400. The median household income before taxes is $62,400. (CMHC, 2020) There is a large student population in Sandy Hill, which likely contributes to the lower average income in the neighbourhood as opposed to the Ottawa average. Students tend to live on the west side of the neighbourhood, closer to the University of Ottawa campus where household income is generally lower (John Castle, 2023). Additionally, Sandy Hill has a slightly higher than average rent for single-person households compared to the Ottawa average. Sandy Hill has also had rapid growth in population since 2017, with unemployment rates being higher than the national average (John Castle, 2023). Vacancy rates rose during the pandemic but have since recovered (CMHC, 2020). According to residents, housing is a major point of complaint, as rent prices have been high in recent years (areavibes.com via Statistics Canada). According to a study done focusing on student living in Ottawa and Ontario "The average rent paid by students surveyed is $926.8, with 95% (n= 310) identifying rent prices as a primary challenge. Students in Ontario face a higher average rent ($935.4) compared to those in Quebec ($830.1). Financially, 25% (n= 106) of respondents rely solely on employment income. A student earning the minimum wage in Ottawa ($17.20/h) would need to work 54 hours per month just to cover the average rent cost, excluding tuition, food and transportation costs."STUDENT HOUSING CAUCUS …
creator: Sarah Donaldson & Sarah Struthers
date: April 8
language: English

Barbados (Ottawa) Association Inc.
description: The Barbados (Ottawa) Association (BOA) is a non-profit organization that was founded in 1966, making it the oldest Barbadian association in all of Canada! Their mission entails working closely with similar organizations to help their members find their place in Canada’s changing society, while having a space where they can maintain a close relationship with Barbados. This year, they will be celebrating their 60th anniversary. It was founded on the same day that the nation of Barbados obtained its independence from the United Kingdom by six Barbadians who wanted to create a space for Barbadian immigrants. This space would help Barbadian immigrants adapt to life in Canada while also sharing their heritage with the Ottawa community. The current president of the BOA is Jacquie Belgrave-Dixon. The BOA has since organized many cultural, educational, and recreational activities. They host yearly Independence Receptions and Galas in Ottawa, to celebrate the anniversaries of Barbados’ independence and of becoming a Parliamentary Republic. Additionally, they often encourage their members to volunteer in community events in Ottawa, as seen in events like the yearly Ottawa Race Weekend and Ottawa Black Film Festival. Volunteers represent Barbados and support fellow Caribbean and Black communities. They also regularly host recreational activities, such as bowling nights, trivia nights, and “Promoting Healthy Lifestyles” seminars throughout the year. To see their upcoming events and get updates on the organization, you can reach the Barbados Ottawa Association by email or follow them on their social media pages linked above
creator: Roodmya Douge and Amy May Lajeunesse
source: Facebook | Instagram | Email: barbadosottawa@gmail.com

Conversation with Carlos Zapata
description: This interview tells the story of Carlos Zapata, who immigrated to Canada from Santiago de Cali, Colombia, on the Pacific Coast. Carlos migrated to Montreal in pursuit of higher education at Dawson College and later at Concordia University. After completing his bachelor’s degree, he accepted a job at the University of Ottawa because of the opportunities, possibilities, and quality of life the city of Ottawa offered. While Carlos has found a rich and fulfilling life in Ottawa, he still celebrates his culture in myriad ways, including participating in holidays such as Petronio Álvarez and Christmas. Food is also a significant factor in how Carlos stays connected. His culture. He highlighted some of his favourite foods from back home, Santiago de Cali, such as chontaduro, cholado, sancocho, el aplastado, and salchipapa. Finally, Carlos emphasizes his love for salsa music, which he still listens to today to reconnect with his roots. Having lived in Canada for most of his adult life, Carlos emphasizes the disconnect he feels from his culture. Simple practices, such as cooking one’s favourite dish, become nearly impossible due to the lack of accessibility to ingredients needed to recreate meals from his hometown on the Pacific Coast. Now, through his work as a specialist in ‘Partnerships and Community Engagement’ in Community Service Learning (CSL) programming at the University of Ottawa, Carlos uses his personal experince as a guiding light in his endeavours to create unity among Latin American communities through storytelling. Community is a central value for Carlos, after growing up in what he describes as a “densely populated, rich ecosystem full of local shops, restaurants and pubs”. From Carlos’ perspective, it is important for Latin Americans to support each other, form reciprocal, trust-based relationships, and take up space.
date: 2026/03/18
format: MP3 file
language: English

Canadá Habla Español (Ottawa Chapter)
description: Canada Habla Español (CANHE) is a Canadian-based organization that operates in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Ontario - Ottawa, that encourages the preservation and promotion of the Spanish language. Their mission, here, in Ottawa, is to help expand access to Spanish-language education, while also celebrating the identity and traditions of Spanish speakers of the region. They actively support the development of Spanish-speaking communities across Canada and the preservation of the Spanish language. It was founded by Ericka Aguilera, an active member and advocate of various Canadian-Hispanic communities, who was born in Mexico. With her are her co-founders, Luz Madroñera and Carolina Testa, from Colombia and Argentina respectfully. CANHE regularly hosts celebratory and educational events across its seven different chapters, including their yearly Spanish Language Day celebration in April, where you will find a panoply of lectures, panels, and musical numbers to celebrate the Spanish language: all are welcome! They debuted this celebration in Ottawa last year at the Embassy of Spain in Canada, and it will henceforth be celebrated in Ottawa yearly. They also host a “youngpreneur” program, which aims to provide students with alternative educational paths while helping them connect with the Spanish language and Hispanic heritage. These workshops, conferences, and events allow students to learn from different individuals in their community and develop key skills. Follow their events and updates on the CANHE website and on their social media pages!
creator: Roodmya Douge and Amy May Lajeunesse
source: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Email: chapter.director@canadahablaespanol.org

Jamaican Ottawa Community Association
description: The mission of the Jamaican Ottawa Community Association is to support and empower Jamaican Ottawa-Gatineau residents by creating a community in which all can participate and be involved. They provide services to their members, such as support for elders, resources/information for newcomers, and cultural and educational programs. The Jamaican Ottawa Community Association was founded in the early 1960s by Carleton University students, and was later federally incorporated in the late 1970s. Also known as the J(O)CA, they are a non-profit organization that aims to support and engage residents in community issues and projects, while also being a pillar of the Jamaican community through its various activities, ranging from celebrations to awareness-raising. This association is currently under the presidency of Claudine Mitchell, who originates from St. Thomas, Jamaica. The J(O)CA is known for hosting a “JAMDAY” yearly, to celebrate the independence of Jamaica, typically in the first or second week of August. There, you will find good food, music, and a community coming together to celebrate their roots and freedom. You can sign up to be a member directly on their website, and follow events from their Facebook and Instagram pages.
creator: Roodmya Douge and Amy May Lajeunesse
source: Facebook | Instagram

Holas: The Humanitarian Organization of Latin American students
description: The Humanitarian Organization of American Students (Holas) is a non-profit organization based in Ottawa, specifically at Carleton University, which allows them to have a greater reach and collaborate with different organizations in Latin America and the Caribbean. Their mission is to provide humanitarian aid in Latin America through food, shelter, clothing, and education. They want to eradicate food insecurity in Latin America while also raising awareness of these issues. They aim to reduce poverty and inequality. The club was motivated and driven by a commitment to social responsibility, helping communities back home. A non-profit founded in 2007 by students in Ottawa. They have helped with humanitarian development in Latin America and in the Caribbean. They have raised 50,000 in development projects. There are about 200 members in HOLA who are actively participating and volunteering. On their website, there are many pictures of Latin American and Caribbean dance and celebrations featuring traditional costumes. They are partnered with an NGO that allows others to donate to them. They have fundraisers in which they teach free salsa classes with cultural dance groups and folklore. They also host Spanish and Portuguese lessons free of charge for students to learn, practice, and improve their skills. To maintain the group, they meet once a week to discuss upcoming events, allowing students to network.
creator: Roodmya Douge and Amy May Lajeunesse
source: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Email: holacentral@gmail.com

Latin American Soldiers Committee in Canada
description: The Latin American Soldiers Committee (LASC) is a non-profit organization based in Ottawa. Their mission is to recover names and stories of Latin American soldiers who have served in the Canadian military. Founded in 2022, they have published remembrance books in honour of the veterans and their families. Their goal is to inspire future generations by telling each other stories. To educate young people and inspire individuals entering the army. They hold ceremonies and events for Latin American Heritage Month, recognizing all the soldiers and those who have made an impact on Canadian history, for example, Major General Michel St-Louis. All while celebrating Latin American culture and heritage. They advocate not only for the Latin American veterans but also for the communities in which many of those Latin American soldiers were not recognized or documented throughout Canadian history. Collecting the records allowed the group to show its historical and cultural impact by preserving its work.
creator: Roodmya Douge and Amy May Lajeunesse
source: Facebook | Instagram

Latin Hub Canada
description: Latin Hub Canada is a non-profit organization that operates in Ottawa. Their mission is to foster the growth of local artists by being the leading platform for international Hispanic and Latin artists, while providing a safe space for them to connect with Canadian audiences. Latin Hub Canada is a local club where Latin artists are able to perform and connect with a Canadian audience on stage, in a way that creates cultural exchange. They are located in Gatineau at 94, rue du Patrimoine. They were founded by a Cuban-born pianist named Miguel de Armas, and, as of 2023, they are a non-profit organization based in Ottawa, Ontario. They organize activities and soirées showcasing Latin and Hispanic artists in Canada, while helping them gain visibility and opportunities. They host multiple events such as the Ottawa Latin Jazz Conference, which explores the dynamics of jazz music and includes art exhibits, workshops, and discussions. The Latin Jazz Conference has diverse music and promotes unity. They also host the Fiesta Cubana Fest, which explores Cuban culture, dance, and literary work, with top salsa bands, authentic Cuban cuisine, and cocktails, offering a multitude of flavours. They have 4,307 attendees, 42 activities, 27 bands, and 184 artists.
creator: Roodmya Douge and Amy May Lajeunesse
source: Facebook | Instagram | Email: latinhubcanada23@gmail.com
language: English

Day of the Dead altar commemorating Québec artist Jean Paul Riopelle at Maison du Citoyen
subject: Photo of event.
description: This image was taken by student Noémie Burrs while attending a Day of the Dead celebration at UNAM-Canada in Gatineau Quebec. The image features vibrant colours, patterns and textures surrounding an alter dedicated to late canadian artist, Jean Paul Riopelle. He is known internationally for pioneering "mosaic" style abstract paintings in the 1950s.
creator: Noémie Burrs