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Have you ever wondered if your donations to Habitat ReStore are really making a difference? Well, wonder no more, because today we're diving into the incredible impact of your generosity, and why it's so crucial for our planet and our community.
Many of us dream of a beautiful new kitchen or bedroom that looks like it belongs on Pinterest. Some people save patiently (or impatiently) for years to renovate, or decorate, while living in a home that they don’t love, sometimes waiting years to be able to make a change. What if we told you there is a way to remodel your spaces without needing to win the lottery?
We recently partnered with Upcycled by Katie to take an old, dated piece of furniture from the Habitat ReStore and transform it into a stunning showstopper.
Keep reading for step-by-step instructions for how to take on a project like this yourself!
I can’t help but see the possibilities and definitely can’t bear the thought of seeing an item that is far better made than most furniture today end up in the landfill. When the Habitat Restore contacted me to collaborate with a piece from their store, I was all over it!
We partnered with Kennedy With Love to transform an old dresser from Habitat ReStore into a beautiful piece for any home.
You may remember checking thrift stores for cheap furniture to fill your first apartment or dorm room. Maybe since then you've gotten used to only buying new and don't think to hit up your local thrift stores when you need a new household item or furniture. Regardless of whether you're a bargain-hunter or not too worried about pinching pennies, the benefits of shopping secondhand extend far beyond saving a few dollars.
Right now, one in five Canadians spends more than half of their income on the cost of housing. In Calgary, there are more than 4,000 people on the waitlist for social housing. Parents have jobs and are working hard to provide for their children, but one of the biggest challenges they face is saving for a down payment. At Habitat, we know that affordable home ownership is a critical determinant of economic well-being.
If you are anything like me, it’s important for you to know how your donation to the ReStore helps Habitat for Humanity deliver on its mission.
Whether you were born and raised in Alberta or newly call it home, you hold a certain pride for the province where you live and work. You’re a part of a strong and resilient community and, if anything, this past year has brought us even closer together.
The beginning of a new residential or commercial building project is exciting. You get a blank canvas to renovate or build anew with sparkling fixtures and a fresh coat of paint. But it can also feel wasteful when you have leftover materials or are pulling out perfectly good, but dated appliances and cabinetry.
Feeling the itch to freshen up your home but don’t have the budget for a massive overhaul? Don’t fret, we have seven creative ways to spruce up your home for less.
With shorter days, longer nights and colder weather here to stay, it’s the perfect time to warm your team member’s hearts by working together to make a difference in our community.
There are many ways to give back, so we have compiled a list of five ways businesses can brighten the lives of people in our community this winter.
Moving to a fresh new office is exciting, but there are many details that need to be planned in order to transition smoothly. You’ll need to create a floorplan for desks, IT equipment, and storage. You’ll need to organize potentially bulky furniture, and pay special attention to tricky electronics. And you’ll need to do all of that without interfering with your day-to-day business.
You’ve made the decision to make a positive social impact through your business, but now you might be struggling with a few questions. Who should my company be giving to? How do I make sure it aligns with our values?
A lot of Calgary businesses have experienced the negative effects of the recession over the last few years. Pipeline politics and oil production constraints continue to impact our economy while falling construction levels and high unemployment rates weigh heavily on the minds of many Albertans.
There’s no question that donating to Habitat for Humanity ReStore is an excellent way for businesses to give back to their community. A corporate donation to ReStore can support a community in many ways, including:
These days, companies are expected to contribute to the community through social good initiatives. For most businesses, something like planting trees in the rainforest is well out of reach.
However, getting involved with ReStore - Habitat for Humanity’s furniture donation destination is an easy way to get your business involved in the community.
Here are three ways that the ReStore can help you improve your company’s social stature while boosting your bottom line!
One of the most effective ways to positively impact your business is to invest in some team-building. Through team-building, a company can increase its employees' productivity and efficiency, which can lead to an increase in profits!
Based on past experience, team building might be a groan-inducing prospect that’ll have your staff’s eyes glazed over faster than you can say “conference room, 5 minutes” -- the good news is that it doesn’t have to be that way!
It’s our favourite time of the year, spring cleaning season! Whether you are renovating your kitchen, upgrading appliances or furniture, or cleaning out your garage, spring is the perfect time to declutter and freshen up your home.
What happens with my donation? Does it go into a home built by Habitat?
Thrift shopping is a great way to find quality and unique one- of- a- kind pieces at an affordable price! Finding preloved treasures is not only eco-friendly, but it’s also easy on your wallet.
To help you get the most out of your next thrift-shopping trip, here are 7 tips that will have you thrifting like a champ!
Looking for a quick and easy way to remove your unwanted furniture or appliances?
Whether you have just completed a home reservation, spring cleaning or are slowly replacing elements of your home, ReStore can help you by accepting your unwanted home items.
The holiday season is meant to be a time of gift-giving and celebration with family and friends. But for big-city dwellers, it sometimes seems more like an obligatory season of anxiety as we rush to get our shopping done in time and on budget.
Don't let holiday stress leave you feeling frazzled this year: Try out these tips for saving money over the holiday season in Calgary.
Warmer months have rolled around and you just finished up your spring cleaning OR maybe you’re too busy enjoying the weather to worry about what’s piled up in the storage closet.
Either way, there’s no better time to look into some new furniture or décor for your home. Because, if you’re going to be lifting furniture, you might as well do it at a time of year when you won’t get frostbite in the process.
Here are a few ways you can keep the costs low while shopping for your home this summer:
There are many benefits to going green. By choosing to live a more sustainable lifestyle, you can help minimize waste, preserve natural resources, support the local economy, and reduce your own cost of living. Here are three tips for going green in Calgary.
2018 is off to a great start! As we approach spring and get ready for the warmer weather, especially after the last few weeks of snow, now is the best time to start thinking about spring cleaning.
Black Friday is one of the most exciting days to buy the things you’ve been dreaming about. It can be even better if you have a strategy in place with a shopping list, budget and itinerary. And you can avoid post-shopping regret.
We all want to scoop up the best deals on products before everything sells out, but there are ways of making the most of the opportunities that Black Friday presents.
Here are four effective strategies to ensure you have a successful and exciting Black Friday.
Growing up in small-town Alberta, trick or treating, door-to-door, has brought some of my fondest memories.
My friends and I would gather our pillowcases, put on our costumes (overtop our snow gear, this is Canada after all), and head out for an evening of ghouls, superheroes, and candy.
The best part of Halloween is not the candy, it's coming up to a house that is truly terrifying, and building up the courage to begin the adventure towards the ultimate childhood loot- CANDY!
The house with the most elaborate Halloween décor and the yard that invoked shivers and Goosebumps made the talk of the evening.
Here are 3 ways that ReStore can make your Halloween Epic.
Rocky Mountain Industrial, The Garage Store, and Creative Storage Innovations LTD are one of many companies that decided to support Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta and their ReStore through donations.
For many householders, fall is an ideal time to focus on small or large improvement projects in their homes.
However, many of us may be falling behind the new trends, especially when we are bombarded by thousands of new emerging products and solutions ranging from design, colours, new energy-efficient and eco-friendly building materials and many other options and choices.
Follow our weekly product deals to stay on top of the latest deals and featured products at both of our Calgary ReStore locations. Calgary ReStore is a great place to find thousands of items under one roof at 40-60% below regular retail price. You can find new and gently used furniture, appliances, cabinets, flooring, paint, building supplies and much more. We always offer quality products at great prices and no GST at both of our locations!
Follow our weekly product deals to stay on top of the latest deals and featured products at both of our Calgary ReStore locations. Calgary ReStore is a great place to find thousands of items under one roof at 40-60% below regular retail price. You can find new and gently used furniture, appliances, cabinets, flooring, paint, building supplies and much more. We always offer quality products at great prices and no GST at both of our locations!
Follow our weekly product deals to stay on top of the latest deals and featured products at both of our Calgary ReStore locations. Calgary ReStore is a great place to find thousands of items under one roof at 40-60% below regular retail price. You can find new and gently used furniture, appliances, cabinets, flooring, paint, building supplies and much more. We always offer quality products at great prices and no GST at both of our locations!
Most of us have a list of home improvement projects we want to tackle. Maybe you want to paint or redecorate, replace some furniture or appliances, put in a new floor, or install some shelves.
Calgary ReStore is a great place to find thousands of items under one roof at 40-60% below regular retail price. You can find new and gently used furniture, appliances, cabinets, flooring, paint, building supplies and much more.
Whether you are searching for the new products, technologies, companies or ideas, the Calgary Home + Garden Show is the event to attend this weekend. It runs through March 2-5 at the BMO Centre and provides direct access to more than 650 of Calgary’s top home improvement, gardening and renovation companies.
