August 20, 2025
SHERWOOD PARK, ALBERTA – Habitat for Humanity Edmonton held a Home Celebration Ceremony in Sherwood Park today to mark the completion of three new homes built in partnership with Pacesetter Homes and Qualico Communities.
The newly finished homes, located at 1581, 1585, and 1589 Sandstone Blvd, are part of a triplex development made possible through the collective support of municipal, provincial, and federal partners. Strathcona County supported the purchase of the land, while the Government of Alberta and the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) contributed funding for each unit. Together, these contributions made the project possible.
These homes also form part of a broader investment by the federal government. Through the Affordable Housing Fund under the National Housing Strategy, the Government of Canada has committed $3 million towards Habitat Edmonton projects, including these homes. This funding includes a Black Families Funding investment of $1.5 million.
Through the collaboration of Pacesetter Homes and Qualico Communities — two divisions of Qualico — the combined expertise of homebuilding and land development enabled the provision of a land-inclusive price for Habitat, supporting affordability. Additionally, Qualico provided a corporate donation in support of the construction project.
“When a family opens the door to their Habitat home, they’re stepping into a future that’s finally within reach,” said Dr. Ann-Marie Reddy, President and CEO of Habitat for Humanity Edmonton. “These homes represent months of hard work, perseverance, and the power of partnership. We are incredibly grateful to our partners for making today possible.”
“At Pacesetter Homes, we know a home is more than walls and a roof. It’s where families grow, dream, and build their futures. That’s why our partnership with Habitat for Humanity means so much to us,” said Dave Armstrong, Vice President for Pacesetter Homes Edmonton. “Together, we’re creating safe, high-quality homes that open the door for brighter tomorrows for families in our communities.”
“Qualico has a long history of supporting Habitat for Humanity across Western Canada,” said Kraig Radtke, Vice President for Qualico Communities Edmonton. “This project shows how developers and builders can work together to create lasting change for families and Qualico Communities is proud to contribute to this legacy.”
“Strathcona County is proud to support initiatives that strengthen our community,” said Mayor Rod Frank. “By investing in affordable homeownership, we’re helping families build equity, stability, and a brighter future while advancing our vision of becoming Canada’s most livable community.”
“A neighbourhood is more than just houses; it’s the people, and their futures being built here,” said the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, on behalf of the Honourable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada. “Our new Government is proud to have partnered with Habitat for Humanity to make this housing development happen. As of result of this collaborative effort, more families will now have a high-quality and affordable place to call home in Sherwood Park.”
The Honourable Jason Nixon, Minister of Assisted Living and Social Services, added: “Safe, stable housing is the foundation of strong families and strong communities. By supporting Habitat for Humanity, we’re investing in both. The Sherwood Park build shows what can be achieved when we work together to help more Albertans put down roots and a roof over their heads.”
“For me, home is my paradise — a place where we can finally breathe,” said Christel Meukick, who along with her husband and four children is moving into one of the new Habitat homes in Sherwood Park. “It means my children can grow up knowing that their parents worked hard for something lasting, and that we can finally put down roots in a community of our own.”
These homes are part of Habitat Edmonton’s continued efforts to make homeownership affordable and accessible across northern Alberta. Each Habitat homeowner purchases their home through a unique mortgage model: no cash down payment is required, and mortgage payments are based on just 50% of the home’s appraised fair market value.
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Media inquiries, please contact:
Afarin Mirzadeh
Manager, Marketing & Communications
Habitat for Humanity Edmonton
communications@hfh.org
604-363-4077
About Habitat for Humanity Edmonton
Habitat for Humanity Edmonton builds homes, communities, and hope through affordable homeownership. It is the only charity in the region that provides a path to homeownership for hard-working people who have been shut out of the market. Habitat Edmonton is not social housing and does not give away homes — it empowers Albertans to purchase and own their homes, creating stability and generational change.
Habitat Edmonton also operates six ReStores in Edmonton and surrounding communities. ReStores are nonprofit home improvement stores that sell new and gently used furniture, appliances, building materials, and more. Proceeds from ReStores directly support Habitat’s charitable work, so every purchase and donation contributes to making homeownership more accessible in northern Alberta.
For more information, visit hfh.org.
About Qualico Communities Edmonton
Qualico Communities Edmonton is the largest land developer in the capital region, with over 40 years of experience shaping vibrant neighborhoods across the Greater Edmonton Area. For more information about Qualico Communities Edmonton, please visit qualicocommunitiesedmonton.com
About Pacesetter Homes Edmonton
Pacesetter Homes Edmonton, part of the Qualico family, is one of the city’s largest and most recognized homebuilders, known for its award-winning quality and innovative designs. For more information about Pacesetter Homes Edmonton, please visit yourpacesetter.com.
