Hope & Stability start with home.
Together, we build opportunity.And opportunity starts with home. A home for families like Rebecca’s — a hardworking mom who dreamed of giving her son, Jack, the stability of a place to call home. Through Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa’s Affordable Homeownership Program, that dream became reality. With support from donors like you, Rebecca was able […]
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We have already seen countless small and big changes in our lives.
Matching donation is extended until February 28, 2025! Dear Habitat supporter, Like many newcomers to Canada, our family came here to escape the political instability in our home country (Burma) and to also create a better life for ourselves and family. Before Habitat for Humanity, we lived in a cramped apartment where we regularly had […]
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The generational Impact of Habitat Homeownership: Meet Carlos, Eva & their Children
The Generational Impact of Habitat Homeownership: Meet Carlos, Eva & their Children. Our family in 2005, before moving into our Habitat home. Dear Habitat supporter, Our parents put in every effort to ensure all of us had a great childhood. Growing up, our home was filled with loving family, amazing friends and a lot of […]
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On National Housing Day 2022, families need access to safe, secure and affordable housing now more than ever
On National Housing Day 2022, families need access to safe, secure and affordable housing now more than ever Housing affordability is a top concern in Ottawa and across the country Habitat for Humanity Canada has released a national survey revealing Canadians’ attitudes towards the affordable housing crisis in Canada and sheds light on the growing […]
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Through your support, a single mom is now able to buy and own a home!
Through your support, a single mom is now able to buy and own a home! Dear Habitat Greater Ottawa Supporter, As a refugee from Burundi, I have fond memories of my childhood and miss many things about my home country. However, I knew I needed to leave in order to build a better life for […]
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Meet our Titus Landing Families!
This spring, Habitat Greater Ottawa will welcome eight families to their new homes at Titus Landing at Wateridge Village. Over the past two years of uncertainty, our partner families showed resiliency and dedication in completing their volunteer hours as a part of Habitat’s homeownership program. We look forward to celebrating these eight families as they […]
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“Becoming a Habitat homeowner will provide my son and I a stable home.”
Dear Habitat Greater Ottawa supporter, For the past ten years, I have worked incredibly hard to provide a safe and stable home for my son and myself. In 2010, I was laid off from my job and since I was pregnant, no one was willing to hire me before I went on maternity leave. I […]
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“Our Dream Has Always Been To Own Our Own Home.”
Dear Habitat Greater Ottawa supporter, I have lived in Canada for more than 30 years after fleeing the civil war-torn country of Somalia. Unfortunately, the place where I grew up and made memories with my friends and family was no longer safe to live in. It was a difficult decision but as a young teenager, […]
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Wrapping Up Our Largest Build to Date!
The day is finally here! Join Habitat Greater Ottawa in congratulating the final four Ottawa families moving into their new Habitat homes at Leacross Landing! We’re thrilled to present to you our second Leacross Landing Virtual Key Ceremony as we wrap up our largest build to date. A huge congratulations to Scott and Michelle; Nilian and […]
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Welcome Home Habitat Families!
Habitat Greater Ottawa in congratulating the five Ottawa families moving into their new Habitat homes on Leacross Landing! Even though we could not be together in person, we want to celebrate the hard work and dedication of Said and Aisha; Abdikarim and Fadumo; Isabelle, Anna, and Mani and Larose. Welcome Home! A big thank you to […]
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“This is Our Home!” – #GivingTuesdayNow
Dear valued Habitat Greater Ottawa supporter, I hope you and your loved ones are doing well and staying safe and healthy. We want to share a recent message from one of our Habitat families. Last month, Rebecca and her son Jack celebrated the one-year anniversary of moving into their Habitat home. This is the message […]
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Let’s Continue to Build Together
“In all of the current chaos shaking the world, Jack and I get to stay at home and feel safe. We are in our home, able to self-isolate, safe and secure. We’re actually able to enjoy this time together, rather than worry. That is a gift not afforded to many in this global pandemic.” – […]
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