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Habitat ReStore is the engine behind affordable homeownership in Southern Alberta. Learn how ATCO Energy’s partnership is helping to strengthen this impact.

Mohammed and Tiba are future Habitat for Humanity homeowners preparing to move into a townhouse in Livingston with their two children – Mayar (10) and Adem (4). Their journey to homeownership spans countries, years of uncertainty, and one of the hardest decisions a family can make, all in pursuit of stability for their children.  

Steve has been volunteering with Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta since 2019, lending his skills on construction sites and in the ReStore nearly every Monday. From building and repairs to helping customers and staff, Steve’s dedication shows how volunteering can be both meaningful and deeply rewarding.

Meet Annette, Chapter Chair for Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta Medicine Hat, whose hands-on experience, real estate expertise, and lifelong commitment to volunteering help more families access safe, affordable homes.

Eyob and Addis never imagined they’d one day own a home. Even thinking about a down payment felt overwhelming. How do you plan for the future when you’re stuck in the rent cycle — paying someone else’s mortgage, stretching every dollar, and living with the constant fear of being told you have to move again?

Most afternoons, you’ll find the family outside – Wintana watching the kids run and laugh while she sips her coffee, and Tesfayesus joining in after work. They’ve built a life full of love and energy. All that’s missing is a home that’s truly their own.