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Volunteer Spotlight: Loretta

Posted on Oct 5, 2018 4:04:07 PM

New to Medicine Hat, Loretta faithfully began volunteering at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore twice a week in January of 2018.

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How 30 Calgary faith groups have raised $800K for Habitat for Humanity

Posted on Sep 26, 2018 9:21:58 AM

There's something amazing about seeing a diverse group of people come together, especially when they’re from all different backgrounds and faith communities.

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Avon and Romano's journey to homeownership

Posted on Sep 20, 2018 1:36:21 PM

Avon and Romano, parents of Lorenzo [8] and Niña [4], are future Habitat homeowners in Okotoks.

Over the years, the family of four has struggled to find adequate housing that has met their budget.

However, despite the challenges they have faced, their faith has given them the resiliency to endure. The family describes themselves as:

“a family united in love, a family of faith and commitment.” 

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The Larry Carey Charity Golf Classic raises $40,000

Posted on Sep 17, 2018 3:40:10 PM

We’re all about families here at Habitat, so thank you to everyone at Carey Management for adopting us into your family for another year as a beneficiary of the Larry Carey Charity Golf Tournament.

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Build update: a quick snapshot of what's happening around southern Alberta

Posted on Sep 17, 2018 3:21:09 PM

What goes into a home? We could all name a few things – a lot of two-by-fours, a few windows, paint, and all those little finishing touches, of course.

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Putting the "home" back in homework

Posted on Aug 9, 2018 4:39:42 PM

With the upcoming school year fast approaching, many families are starting to think about buying school supplies and registering for extra-curricular activities. For other families without a permanent residence, other things come to mind.

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Puppy tales: Freida's place in the family

Posted on Jul 11, 2018 5:36:22 PM

Anyone who has ever owned a pet knows that our furry (or in some cases, not so furry) companions are an integral part of the family.

Having a pet has both emotional and physiological benefits. The emotional bond that we form with our pets reduces stress and improves overall happiness.

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[Video] Highlights from Women Build 2018

Posted on Jun 14, 2018 3:38:46 PM

We were counting down the days to Women Build, presented by Excel Homes, all year and it didn’t disappoint! Your continued support has woven Women Build into the Habitat fabric, and made it something we can’t imagine going without.

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[Video] Habitat welcomes families to the community of Pineridge

Posted on Jun 14, 2018 3:35:51 PM

"Owning a home means putting down roots and having a space to truly call yours. This is a place where you can plan the future of your kids"

— Khalid, homeowner in Pineridge

On April 20, 2018, Habitat hosted a Home Dedication to celebrate completion of a multi-family development in Pineridge - future home to 24 families who purchased their new homes through our affordable home ownership mortgage program.

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Build update: 6 months of activities in 6 minutes

Posted on Jun 13, 2018 4:42:15 PM

It’s always amazing to see a home come together.

I mean, that’s what keeps us glued to every HGTV show until the last three minutes! (You do that too, right?)

But seeing a home come together is extra amazing when there are literally hundreds of people behind it and it’s transforming the lives of families.

Edgar (pictured below) is one of these families. He bought his Habitat home in Capitol Hill last fall and moved in with his two daughters, Natalia and Sofia.

“I saw the houses built by Habitat and was amazed with the attention to detail that goes into them; from the interior details, to the care and thought put into the design so that families not only have a house, but LOVE their home.”

- Edgar, homeowner in capitol hill

 

Because your support is at the centre of this success, we wanted to give you an update on where our builds are at.

Not because of the drywall and nails (although that’s fun too), but because of the way you have rallied behind these homes and these families, and because the impact you are having will last a lifetime. 

So let’s get into it. But be warned, cute children and heart-warming quotes to follow.

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