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Hussein, Fatuma, and their three children are ecstatic when they think ahead to moving into their own home and, finally, moving out of Calgary housing. 

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.

For future Habitat homeowners Biniam and Senait, family means everything. Married for 27 years, the couple has built a life centered around love, hard work, and community. After immigrating from Sudan in 2021 with their four children, they have worked tirelessly to build a new beginning in Southern Alberta. Calgary has become a place where their children can grow, learn, and dream big. 

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.

Chestermere, AB – Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta broke ground on 24 affordable townhomes in Chestermere, spanning an entire city block in the Qualico community of Dawson’s Landing. Habitat was joined by dozens of donors, volunteers, and community partners to celebrate this milestone.