Homeownership stories

March 12, 2025

Family story: Daniyal and Sana

Daniyal, Sana, and their kids moved from Saskatchewan to Alberta a few years ago, searching for more opportunities and a…

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January 24, 2025

Family story: Amanuel and Yordanos

Yordanos, Amanuel, and their 17-year-old twins, Sem and Holy, were eager to take possession of the Habitat home the minute…

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December 19, 2024

Family story: Merhawi and Mliete

Merhawi and Mliete beam with pride as they share how their future Habitat home will change their lives. Moving into…

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December 2, 2024

Family story: Najmuddiin and Sartuu

Najmuddiin and Sartuu’s journey to owning their own home in Calgary has been defined by resilience, hope, and the pursuit…

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October 7, 2024

After moving 10 times in 10 years, Kateryna will have a stable home

My name is Kateryna and I have a seven-year-old daughter named Erika. Just over one year ago, I found Habitat…

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June 3, 2024

How your support is helping one family rise above the housing crisis

"Saving for a down payment was like chasing a carrot on a stick – save a tiny bit, but then…

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