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Two Habitat volunteers work together framing an interior wall with lumber.
June 11, 2026

Volunteer spotlight: Mario

Crew Leader Mario has become a familiar face on Habitat build sites in Southern Alberta. Since 2019, he has contributed nearly 1,800 volunteer hours building affordable homes, supporting fellow volunteers, and creating lasting impact for local families. 

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Homeowner Lara stands in her doorway talking to two Habitat for Humanity volunteers.
June 10, 2026

Habitat for Humanity celebrates completion of $4.5 million affordable housing development in Airdrie

AIRDRIE, AB — Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta is celebrating the completion of 11 affordable homes in Airdrie's Bayview community,…

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Two parents sit on the front stoop of their new home with two young children and a baby on their laps.
June 1, 2026

Family story: Katherine

Twenty-two years after moving into her Habitat home in Calgary, Katherine sat down to reflect on how her affordable home provided stability during profound loss, raising her children, and pursuing higher education.  

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20 volunteers wear green tshirts and hardhats stand smiling in front of an unfinished framed home
May 26, 2026

Energy and business professionals unite in Chestermere to build affordable homes

From May 25-29, more than 100 energy and business professionals will trade laptops and boardrooms for power tools and the construction site, helping to build affordable homes in Chestermere’s Dawson’s Landing.

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Four icons showing a mom, dad and two children against a Habitat blue background.
May 13, 2026

Family story: Behzad and Misbah

After applying to Habitat for Humanity three times, Behzad and Misbah are finally preparing to move into their family’s future home. As they leave behind their cramped basement rental, they’re looking ahead to stability, community, and a brighter future for their children.

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A husband and wife stand together in front of a blue wall.
May 6, 2026

Family story: Merhawi and Makda 

For Merhawi and Makda, building a life in Canada has meant raising their children through years of change and uncertainty. Now, they’re working toward something lasting: a home where their family can finally settle. 

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