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NewsOrleans Star Reporter "Breaking Ground on new Habitat for Humanity Project"November 18 - Orleans Star reporter Laura Cummings volunteered on the build November 11th as part of a Transcontinental Media team building day. Read her account of a day on the build: http://www.eastottawa.ca/article-i271340-Breaking-ground-on-new-Habitat-for-Humanity-project.html Opening doors to a brighter futureNovember 14 - Habitat Canada has submitted information to the Globe and Mail's National Philanthropy Supplement that goes something like this:
Organizations in the housing sector, like Habitat for Humanity Canada, are attracting donors who recognize that a simple investment in a house can be leveraged to benefit families and communities for years to come. “Here is a tangible way that we can have a profound impact” said Habitat donor Linda Belanger, of Genworth Financial Canada. “Our employees work on the build-site knowing that the house they are building today will change the life of a family forever. To see the outcome of your investment, and know that it will endure, is extremely gratifying.” Habitat, the non-profit homebuilder, is focused on affordable homeownership as a means to break the cycle of poverty permanently, and contribute to a stronger, healthier society. “The research is clear” said David Hughes, President & CEO, Habitat for Humanity Canada. “Decent housing positively impacts a person’s health, education and future prospects. The return on investment is a population that is healthier, financially independent, and better equipped to learn, to work, and to care for others.” The opportunity to be part of funding a healthier future is a key motive for Habitat’s donors. “I was deeply impacted by the implications of having a home,” said first-time donor Alma Funk from Red Deer, Alberta. “A home is shelter, security, safety, a sense of identity…everything necessary for good health and well-being.” The entire National Philanthropy Supplement will be available in the Globe and Mail on Friday, November 14th. Habitat Canada and Tomboy Tools announce partnershipNovember 11 - We are pleased to announce a national partnership, between Habitat for Humanity Canada and Tomboy Tools (Canada). Tomboy Tools has committed to supporting homebuilding across Canada with a donation of both cash, product and volunteer time. Tomboy Tools is a tool and home improvement company for women, providing a unique range of private-labeled hand tools for home improvement projects. Their primary business is to provide the highest quality of tools and techniques to women, empowering them to become confident and competent homeowners through their In-Home Workshops – Tool Parties! A unique twist on an old idea, tool parties allow women to try out new tools and see basic home improvement repair in action. Lead by a Tomboy Tools Consultant women are able to learn simple techniques and solutions while gaining self confidence to tackle a home repair project on their own. Habitat NCR supporters may already be familiar with Tomboy Tools because of the great all-in-one toolkits/step stools/hand tools kit that we raffled off at various trade shows over the past year. Volunteers Sought to work on the build during the weekdayNovember 6 - The construction of Home Depot Canada House and Urbandale Corporation House are underway in Orleans from Tuesday to Saturday each week, 8am - 4:30pm. We have eager volunteers but not in the same numbers as when we build in the summer months. The Ottawa Citizen is helping us to reach out to anyone who has time during the week to come and lend their hands for a day... or two... or more! If you are available and would like to volunteer, please contact Hilary Evans, 613 749-9950 x229 or volunteer@habitatncr.com. Read the Ottawa Citizen story here... Steel Toes and Stilettos Gala A Great SuccessOctober 24 - Thanks to great ticket sales, an impressive silent auction, unbelievable and "priceless" live auction items, and the lure of a $5000 gift certificate to Jubilee Fine Jewellers, the 2008 Gala to benefit Habitat for Humanity NCR raised $80,000. "Giving Thanks"October 14 - The Ottawa Citizen reporter Patrick Langston sat down with the Mudioko family to talk about their newly renovated home and the long road it took to arrive there. Read the story: "Giving Thanks" The Ottawa Citizen; October 11, 2008 Habitat NCR receives $10,000 Sustainable Building GrantOctober 10 - Thanks to a special grant program from Habitat for Humanity Canada, Habitat NCR has received a $10,000 grant to help offset the costs of its Energy Star (Women Build) home at 386 Tillbury Avenue. Habitat NCR applied for and was awarded this grant because of its committement to building affordable homes that are energy efficient. The cost was higher to build this home, but for the family who moved in, its long term affordability and efficiency will save them lots of money over the years.Thank you to the following donors who have committed to helping Habitat Canada encourage sustainable building at the affiliate level:
The Orleans Star / Weekly Journal covers the build!October 10 - The Orleans Star sent a reporter to both Orleans Groundbreaking Ceremonies in early October. Check out the story by Patricia Lonergan: "Habitat for Humanity Breaks News Ground - Two homes ready to be constructed in Orleans" - Orleans Star / Weekly Journal; October 10, 2008 Groundbreaking Ceremonies in Orleans Start the Fall Build Season for the Durant and Abdi Families
"Anticipation Builds" & "Home Is What You Make It"August 25, 2008 - The Ottawa Citizen is a great Habitat NCR supporter and their reporters and Homes section team have spent many days sweating and building with us. Check out their recent coverage of the 386 Tillbury Avenue story! "Home Is What You Make It" , The Ottawa Citizen Saturday August 23, 2008, by Jennifer Campbell. "Anticipation Builds" , The Ottawa Citizen Saturday August 23, 2008, by Jennifer Campbell. The Rio Tinto Alcan Sustainable Homes Program launched!August 19, 2008 - Through this new Rio Tinto Alcan / Habitat Canada initiative, a program has been launched that gives affiliates the opportunity to win a top prize of $100,000 and other monetary prizes to put towards sustainable home building in 2009. This program aims to encourage and incent affiliates to employ more safe and sustainable practices in their building projects. This new award will serve as a visible demonstration of Rio Tinto Alcan’s commitment to the protection of the environment, its investment in the communities it serves, and its work in supporting the elimination of poverty housing in Canada. For complete details please visit: Energy Star efficiency achieved by newest Habitat homeAugust 11, 2008 - Habitat for Humanity NCR is proud to announce that its latest build, at 386 Tillbury Avenue, achieved the objective of the Build Committee by meeting and often surpassing the tests for energy efficiency. The home now flies an "Energy Star Efficient" banner.
Nathan & Nicolas set out to raise $1000 through CANS!August 5, 2008 - Brothers Nathan and Nicolas Everett have decided to work with their parish, Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Catholic Church in Russell, to collect cans for Habitat for Humanity! "We are really hoping that we can help families less fortunate than us get a new home," they said in a recent email. "Father Tim has announced our can drive at each Mass as our “Social Justice Project” for the summer," say the brothers, and they have a collection box set up under the flowers outside the church, which can be seen in the picture below. These caring boys have sparked the interest of their local newspaper the Russell Villager and hope that their campaign catches on with the rest of their community! Best of luck to Nathan & Nicolas as they help bring another family closer to owning a safe and decent place to call home!
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Gingerbread House Competition What is Habitat NCR? Habitat for Humanity- NCR is a volunteer, nonprofit, faith-based housing ministry that builds simple, decent, affordable homes and sells them with no interest mortgages to low income working families seeking an affordable home in which to raise their children. People of all faiths and cultures are warmly welcomed by Habitat for Humanity-NCR. Our Vision – a world where everyone has a safe and decent place to live. Our Mission – to mobilize volunteers and community partners in building affordable housing and promoting homeownership as a means to breaking the cycle of poverty. Our Values – housing for all, human dignity, partnership, faith in action, diversity & inclusiveness
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