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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…