Homeownership stories

For Lara, the idea of homeownership has always meant one thing: giving her children stability and security. From tough sacrifices to a life-changing phone call, Lara’s family has held onto the dream of homeownership.

For Shelley, homeownership has always felt just out of reach. A single mom raising her 12-year-old son, William, she’s worked hard to create stability in a housing market that seemed determined to keep families like hers on the sidelines. 

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.

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

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…

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.