Nov 10th, 2026

Regina Towers Tenants help bring a new mural to life 

A community garden at Regina Towers has inspired something special — a colourful new mural created with the help of Ottawa Community Housing tenants. 

On November 10, Ottawa artist Claudia Salguero unveiled The Inspired Garden, her 100th mural and her 25th in an OCH community! 

The mural celebrates the building’s community garden, where tenants grow fresh vegetables, share food and spend time with neighbours. 

Regina Towers tenant Karen shared some of the garden harvest with neighbours at the unveiling. She prepared zucchini bread, pumpkin loaf, and carrot cake using vegetables grown in the garden. 

“The garden is a peaceful place where everyone feels welcome,” she said. 

Regina Towers tenants joined Claudia for painting workshops, where they helped create parts of the mural. The workshops gave neighbours a chance to meet, share stories, and work together. 

“I think this mural was a wonderful way for tenants to come together, paint and share their excitement about gardening,” said Lynn, another Regina Towers tenant. 

“Working with OCH tenants and community developers for more than 10 years has been an incredible experience,” said Claudia. “I’ve seen how creating art together brings people closer, builds respect and helps neighbours care for one another.” 

The project began with an idea from tenants. They applied for funding through OCH’s Community Capital Fund (CCF) in 2024 and received approval in 2025. 

The CCF helps tenants bring their ideas to life and improve shared spaces in their communities. 

Today, The Inspired Garden is more than a mural. It’s a celebration of what neighbours can create when they work together.