During the summer of 2020, the Town of Okotoks did their own assessment on the state of affordable housing to create a plan moving forward for the town. This study states that 45% of renters are paying more than they can afford, with many people who work in Okotoks being unable to afford housing in the town. This report estimates that almost 50%, or 685 households, are experiencing unaffordability
The Habitat for Humanity home ownership program provides an alternative housing solution for hard-working Foothills families who struggle to save enough for a down payment, through offering a no down payment, no interest mortgage, that's geared to each family's income.
We have partnered with the Town of Okotoks, Anthem United and Morrison Homes to build a duplex in the new D'ARCY development in Okotoks.
We recently completed a land purchase in High River and will be breaking ground in 2024 with the build projected to be completed approximately one year after breaking ground. Visit this page in the future for more updates.
We are always looking for help with our casino, at trade fairs, and with a variety of fundraising events. Please get in touch f you're interested in learning more, and one of our committee members will connect with you.
Read the stories of some of our volunteers to see what the experience has meant to them!
You can make a tax-deductible donation of funds, building materials or land.
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“This has opened up so many opportunities for us. We have so many things that we're already looking forward to in our new home."
- KYLE, HABITAT HOMEOWNER IN HIGH RIVER
Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta is a non-profit organization that helps families build strength, stability and independence through affordable home ownership.
In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge that we live, work and play on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations, the Métis Nation (Region 3), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.