In 1978, Chris Dobbin bought 1130 Kensington Road and has since assembled, renovated, and built many more heritage style projects, which The Dobbin Group continues to own and manage today. The Dobbin Group has developed several large office, retail and industrial projects over the years including the Sunridge Professional Centre and Park Place Mall.

Chris was instrumental in organizing the landowners in 1985 to put in street lamps, street furniture and trees, helping Kensington along with its distinctive “Old World” culture.