HSCA Spotlight: Sophie

HSCA Spotlight: In 5 Questions or Less

The HSCA Spotlight will introduce (or reintroduce) our community to HSCA staff, volunteers, and members of the Hillhurst Sunnyside Community. If you know of a resident interested in participating in the HSCA Spotlight Series, email Stephanie.c@hsca.ca with SUBJECT LINE: HSCA Spotlight. We know our community is full of awesome residents and captivating stories and we’re hoping to share that with everyone! 

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As part of the HSCA Spotlight Series, allow us to introduce you to Sophie. Sophie is our Alternate Program Manager with HSCA’s Daycare and has been with HSCA for over 14 years. Sophie supports a team of dedicated childcare workers at HSCA, who are committed to the health and safety of children, their families, and our community. Sophie is always ready to share a smile (even under the mask!) and brings an incredible passion and love to her role at HSCA. Outside of HSCA, Sophie a grandmother and a very talented painter and specializes watercolours and acrylics! 

Here’s a spotlight of Sophie… in 5 Questions or Less!

1.     What is your favourite part of HSCA?

The HSCA Farmers’ Market! Especially the outdoor season during the warm Summer months!  

2.     What is your favourite part of the Hillhurst Sunnyside Community?

The people and the parks! 

3. What is your favourite part of your role with HSCA Daycare?

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Organizing special events at the Daycare and working with the great team and our sweet children. It’s great to give [the children] all the support and see them grow in a loving and healthy environment.

4. What is your favourite activity to engage in with children? Why?

Singing action songs and reading ‘Felt Stories’. Children love to participate and enjoy new stories with actions.

5. What is your favourite dish/meal to cook?

There are few Polish dishes I like to cook: porkchops with mushed potatoes and sauerkraut, hunters stew (bigos) and pierogis with sauerkraut and wild mushrooms.