our stories
Where there is Habitat, transformation abounds! Families, volunteers, donors, partners, and staff have all been changed by the spirit of neighbour helping neighbour.
Nima’s Homeownership Story
When Nima moved to Edmonton, she found herself living in a small two-bedroom apartment with her mother and son. Although life was difficult, she worked hard to give her mother
Volunteer Spotlight: Hank
Hank has volunteered with Habitat for Humanity for over 30 years. Although he began his work with Habitat in Winnipeg, Hank quickly became a valued member of the Habitat for
First person – Dori’s new life in Grande Prairie
Thank you for allowing me to share my family’s homeownership journey with you. My name is Dori, and I have four amazing daughters ranging in age from 14 to 27.
New beginnings with Gemina and Jancis
Gemina is a hard-working mother who has put everything into giving her fifteen-year-old daughter Jancis a better life. This spring they will be moving into their new Habitat home. But
Getahun and Ergo’s homeownership journey
Eleven years. That’s how long Getahun, Ergo, and their 15-year old daughter and 13-year old son have been living in their Habitat home. Although they received the keys to their
A new world opens up for Karen and her family
Karen’s Habitat journey began in the office of the subsidized housing complex where she lived with her two young children. As she glanced around the office, a poster pinned on
