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You can make a difference with Habitat for Humanity in High River, Okotoks, Black Diamond and Turner Valley

There is an ongoing need for affordable home ownership for families

In 2022, the Town of High River and Westwinds Communities completed a report regarding the need for affordable housing. In the report, it was found that 53% of renters in High River were struggling to afford housing, and 49% of renters saw an increase in rental costs since 2006. Another discovery from the report was that more than 1/3 of owners wouldn't be able to afford their current property if they were to attempt to buy at the time the report released.  

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.

Build Update

New duplex build now complete

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.

How you can help

Volunteer for special events

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!

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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

 

 

 

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