Homeownership stories

Dama and Chaltu sit on a black couch in front a bright blue wall.
September 12, 2025

Family story: Dama

After more than two decades in Calgary, Dama is finally on the path to something she’s dreamed of for years: a home of her own. Keep reading to see how this single mom’s determination for a better future for her children is finally paying off.

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August 13, 2025

35 years of building homes, community and hope

Since 1990, more than 400 families have opened the door to a safe, stable place to live. In the past…

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July 4, 2025

Family story: Habtom and Mihret

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…

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Habitat homeowners and their two teen boys hold a Sold! photo prop to celebrate buying their home.
March 27, 2025

Family story: Eileen and Alan

Meet Alan and Eileen, affordable homeowners in Calgary. Keep reading to see how Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta put homeownership within reach for these parents of two.

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March 26, 2025

Family story: Muhammad and Iqra

For Muhammad and Iqra, every decision they make comes back to one thing: building a better future for their children.

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A family of three stand in front of their unfinished affordable home in Airdrie.
March 17, 2025

Family story: Elnaz and Ramin

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. Keep reading to see how their new home in Airdrie will change everything.

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