At Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta, we’re fortunate to have volunteers who pour their hearts into making a difference. One of those incredible people is Doug, and today we’re thrilled to share his story!
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At Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta, we’re fortunate to have volunteers who pour their hearts into making a difference. One of those incredible people is Doug, and today we’re thrilled to share his story!
Read MorePosted on Oct 18, 2024 12:07:06 PM
When I was a little girl, I dreamed of hoisting the Stanley Cup over my shoulders. Skating around the community rink—the kind without boards that was flooded with hose water by the neighbourhood dads—pretending that I was in the NHL.
Did I play hockey? No. Truth is, I didn’t even own hockey skates. All of those Stanley Cups I “won” were on figure skates, with a broom as my stick and a chunk of ice as my puck.
There is something innately baked into Canadians and our love for hockey. Keep reading to see how a nationwide hockey tournament has contributed more than $28 million to over 60 charities across Canada.
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Affordable homeownership is about more than just shelter—it’s about creating opportunities for young people to dream, grow, and contribute to the world around them.
It’s World Habitat Day, and we’re reflecting on this year’s theme “Engaging Youth to Create a Better Urban Future”… but what does that mean?
Keep reading to hear from Santhiago—a 24-year-old Habitat “kid” who says pursuing his dream of becoming a pilot wouldn’t have been possible without his family's affordable home.
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My name is Kateryna and I have a seven-year-old daughter named Erika.
Just over one year ago, I found Habitat for Humanity. It was by accident, I would say. My friend sent me a link and I found this organization that helps families like mine buy a home of their own.
When I applied, I had very low expectations that our family would be chosen.
However, dreams become reality.
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Amid the housing crisis, there’s a group of families who find themselves in a frustrating position. They are doing everything right—working hard, saving diligently, and contributing to their communities—but still can’t achieve the dream of homeownership.
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What motivates a leading North American energy producer to support affordable homeownership and community development? Rachel Moore, Executive Vice President of Corporate Services, tells us why Ovintiv invests in and supports Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta.
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Twelve years ago, Marilyn Boake's journey with Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta began with a single presentation that sparked her passion for making a difference. Since then, she's been a driving force behind Habitat's expansion into the Foothills region, most currently serving as Chair of the Habitat for Humanity Foothills Chapter.
Read MoreHabitat for Humanity Southern Alberta is a non-profit organization that helps families build strength, stability and independence through affordable home ownership.
In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge that we live, work and play on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations, the Métis Nation (Region 3), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.