Photo courtesy of Bruce Deachman - Ottawa Citizen
Real-bearded Santa based in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Available for all types of events, whether private visits at home, at the hospital or hospice, any time of year.
Also available for corporate events such as office parties or business marketing events, including shows and markets.
Christmas is a special time of year; so special that I believe we should keep the spirit of Christmas alive every single day of the year. Like the song says: "Live Every Day Like It Was Christmas Day".
Available for all types of events, whether private visits at home, at the hospital or hospice, any time of year.
Also available for corporate events such as office parties or business marketing events, including shows and markets.
Christmas is a special time of year; so special that I believe we should keep the spirit of Christmas alive every single day of the year. Like the song says: "Live Every Day Like It Was Christmas Day".
Public Appearances and Availability 2020 & 2021
- Due to CoViD 19, I will not be booking any in-person appearances.
- I remain available for online video chats any time of year.
Links
Ottawa Citizen - Interview - 04 December 2017
CBC Radio – The Current - Interview - 22 December 2017
Hallmark Channel – Christmas Scavenger Hunt - Premiered 03 November 2019
Captured with Santa Sessions - October 2019
Christmas Ottawa Craft Show - November 2019
Ottawa Citizen - Interview - 04 December 2017
- Interviewed while at the 613Christmas Market, and featured in the Capital Voices column.
- Link – Article: Capital Voices: The suit that keeps on giving
CBC Radio – The Current - Interview - 22 December 2017
- Featured on CBC’s The Current radio program.
- Link – Audio/Transcript: Becoming Santa: Ottawa man carries on legacy of vintage red suit
- Link – Article: Santa legacy lives on as Ottawa man takes up mantle
Hallmark Channel – Christmas Scavenger Hunt - Premiered 03 November 2019
- Cast in this film directed by Marita Grabiak, starring Kevin McGarry, Kim Shaw and Tom Arnold.
- Filmed in Ottawa in March 2019 by Fireside Pictures.
- Movie website: Hallmark Channel - Christmas Scavenger Hunt
Captured with Santa Sessions - October 2019
- Studio Sessions with Vivian Bertrand.
- Captured With Santa Session Promotional Video
Christmas Ottawa Craft Show - November 2019
- Hired by Ottawa Craft Shows.
- Promotional Video
Testimonials
"We are pleased to recommend Michael Morin as Santa Claus for Long Term Care Resident/Family Christmas parties. He was our Santa Claus at this year's Christmas Party and was wonderful. He immediately adapted to our 128 residents and their families with his warmth and caring attitude towards seniors. The sparkle in Santa's eye had many residents questioning if he was truly Father Christmas. Michael adapted to situations arising in a Long Term Care home with various resident needs. Our resident and families had only positive thing to say about "Santa Michael". One of our residents, who's family member was always said was a stern woman, hardly ever smiled, demonstrated extreme happiness and appreciation for Santa." - Director, Revera Montfort
"We had a customer call in today and ask for an MOD. She wanted to let us know how great her experience was with her child’s picture with Santa. Apparently, the child was reluctant to see Santa but Santa took the time to get down and speak with the child and make it a great experience. They were blown away by how great he was and will be back for all events. Just thought I would share the positive feedback." - Front End/Receiving Manager, Cabela's
"We are pleased to recommend Michael Morin as Santa Claus for Long Term Care Resident/Family Christmas parties. He was our Santa Claus at this year's Christmas Party and was wonderful. He immediately adapted to our 128 residents and their families with his warmth and caring attitude towards seniors. The sparkle in Santa's eye had many residents questioning if he was truly Father Christmas. Michael adapted to situations arising in a Long Term Care home with various resident needs. Our resident and families had only positive thing to say about "Santa Michael". One of our residents, who's family member was always said was a stern woman, hardly ever smiled, demonstrated extreme happiness and appreciation for Santa." - Director, Revera Montfort
"We had a customer call in today and ask for an MOD. She wanted to let us know how great her experience was with her child’s picture with Santa. Apparently, the child was reluctant to see Santa but Santa took the time to get down and speak with the child and make it a great experience. They were blown away by how great he was and will be back for all events. Just thought I would share the positive feedback." - Front End/Receiving Manager, Cabela's
Rates & Information
Santa Michael is fully insured as a performer, and has a recent Vulnerable Sector Check from the Ottawa Police Service.
Ma langue maternelle est le Français et je suis complètement bilingue.
I'm also able to communicate in ASL
Rates are as follows:
Rates are for local events in the Ottawa/Gatineau region.
Travel to areas outside this region is extra.
Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
Santa Michael is fully insured as a performer, and has a recent Vulnerable Sector Check from the Ottawa Police Service.
Ma langue maternelle est le Français et je suis complètement bilingue.
I'm also able to communicate in ASL
Rates are as follows:
- Online visits : $50
- (N/A 2020) Private/Corporate Event : $50/hour, minimum charge $150 (Taxes incl.)
- (N/A 2020) Charity events and Hospital/Palliative visits are pro bono
Rates are for local events in the Ottawa/Gatineau region.
Travel to areas outside this region is extra.
Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
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