Posted on Mar 26, 2025 9:39:28 AM

For Muhammad and Iqra, every decision they make comes back to one thing: building a better future for their children. Zaviyar (6) and Zarnish (3) are growing up fast, and their parents want to give them more than just a house—they want to give them stability, community, and a place to truly call home. 

These parents have worked tirelessly to build a better life for their kids. Muhammad juggles full-time work with completing a diploma in Supply Chain Management, while Iqra balances part-time work as a healthcare aide with finishing her studies to become a Licensed Practical Nurse. 

Through it all, their goal has remained the same: to give their children the stability they never had growing up. 

Posted on Mar 17, 2025 10:19:26 AM

Elnaz can hardly hold back the tears when she thinks about the impact donors have had on her family’s life, and she hasn’t even moved into her Habitat home yet.

“Since we were approved in December, I can sleep at night,” she says. “I don’t wake up with stress.”

That sense of relief, that peace of mind, is the priceless gift your support has given to this mother of 11-year-old Gilda. Keep reading to discover how their lives are about to be transformed.

Posted on Mar 12, 2025 1:12:38 PM

Daniyal, Sana, and their kids moved from Saskatchewan to Alberta a few years ago, searching for more opportunities and a place to plant roots. Like so many parents, they dreamed of a future with stability—a permanent home in a tight-knit community where their children could grow up surrounded by familiar faces.

But for years, settling down felt impossible.

“We've been together for six years, and we've moved that many times,” Daniyal shared.

Now, thanks to Habitat for Humanity, they’re one step closer to the home and stability they’ve always hoped for.

Posted on Mar 5, 2025 4:01:02 PM

Susan is always up for a challenge. Whether she’s volunteering at the Habitat ReStore, training for Special Olympics, or spending time with her twin sister Paula and her dog Milo, she does it all with a big heart and lots of energy!

At 28 years old, Susan has been part of Special Olympics since she was 11, trying out different sports along the way. Now, after months of training—rain, shine, or snow—she’s getting ready for the biggest event of her life. She’s heading to Italy to compete in snowshoeing at the Special Olympics World Winter Games!

Keep reading to see how Susan’s time volunteering at the Habitat ReStore have helped shape her journey to the world stage. 

Posted on Feb 14, 2025 10:19:44 AM

Like many families, Habtom and Mihret’s road to homeownership hasn’t been easy. Since moving to Calgary nearly eight years ago, they’ve worked hard to provide for their daughters while dreaming of a stable home they could call their own.

Keep reading to see how that dream will become a reality when they move into their affordable Habitat home in Airdrie. 

Posted on Feb 11, 2025 10:46:36 AM

Affordable homeownership is a growing challenge, but the next generation of changemakers is stepping up to tackle the affordability crisis head-on. At the University of Calgary, the Habitat for Humanity Campus Chapter is proving that students have a powerful role to play in creating sustainable housing solutions. 

Keep reading to see how these students are making a tangible impact in the community through leadership, advocacy, and hands-on volunteering.

Posted on Jan 24, 2025 1:39:53 PM

Yordanos, Amanuel, and their 17-year-old twins, Sem and Holy, were eager to take possession of the Habitat home the minute they were signed into partnership. That dream became a reality when they received their keys and were officially Habitat homeowners in January of 2025.    

Posted on Jan 7, 2025 1:56:19 PM

Meet Jeff! Jeff has become a familiar face on the Habitat build site, contributing around 600 hours of hard work and heart in just one year to help families achieve the dream of homeownership.

Keep reading to discover what drives Jeff's dedication and the incredible impact he's making. 

Posted on Dec 19, 2024 10:27:35 AM

Merhawi and Mliete beam with pride as they share how their future Habitat home will change their lives. Moving into their new home in 2025 will be the last step of a journey that has lasted over a decade. 

Posted on Dec 2, 2024 2:44:02 PM

Najmuddiin and Sartuu’s journey to owning their own home in Calgary has been defined by resilience, hope, and the pursuit of stability for their family.