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For Merhawi and Makda, building a life in Canada has meant raising their children through years of change and uncertainty. Now, they’re working toward something lasting: a home where their family can finally settle. 

Neima, a single mother of two, has spent 18 years in unsafe rental housing while working hard to build a better future. Now, through Habitat for Humanity, she’s achieving her dream of homeownership—creating stability, safety, and a brighter future for her family.

After more than two decades of renting and raising her children on her own, Seble is becoming a homeowner. For the first time, she can plan for the future with confidence.

Chantelle has learned not to assume anything is permanent. As a single mom navigating rising rents and year-to-year uncertainty, stability has always felt temporary. Now, as a future Habitat homeowner in Chestermere, she is helping build something that will last — a home where her children can finally stay.

A dream of stability and a place to call home When Semhar moved to Canada, her main dream was a…

Mark and Karen have moved twice in search of stability, but rising rents and limited space have made it difficult to feel settled. Through Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta, they’re building a future where their son Lucas can grow, play freely, and truly feel at home.