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Guest blog: How to refinish a vintage bench with House on Valley Road
Seeing potential in an overlooked (and often tired) furniture piece has been a lifelong obsession of mine. I can’t help…

Guest blog: DIY Dresser on a Budget with Kennedy with Love
We partnered with Kennedy With Love to transform an old dresser from Habitat ReStore into a beautiful piece for any home. Follow…

Building a beautiful life
“We have friends who have told us we are lucky like we’ve won the lottery, but being lucky only lasts…

What are the Benefits of Shopping Secondhand?
What are the Benefits of Shopping Second Hand? You may remember checking thrift stores for cheap furniture to fill your…

How Shopping at ReStore Supports Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta
3 Ways Shopping at ReStore Supports Habitat Right now, one in five Canadians spends more than half of their income…

How to complete 500 volunteer hours in Calgary
Volunteering is an important part of buying a home through Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta.
While 500 volunteer hours might sound like a lot at first, most Habitat homeowners find the experience rewarding and often make lasting connections.