No fooling! We love our Habitat volunteers all year round but April has a week dedicated to recognizing volunteers across Canada. Each one brings a unique set of skills and interests to our organization as well as opinions and viewpoints, helping us to see things in a new way! We are proud to recognize their efforts and offer our sincere thanks for helping us create strength, stability and self-reliance in Oxford, Elgin, Middlesex and Perth counties. Please join us at the Western Fair District Agriplex April 12-14 to see our She Shed & He Shed and hear us announce the winners on Sunday afternoon.
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Canada’s National Volunteer Week, which takes place this year from April 7 to April 13 is a time to celebrate and thank the 12.7 million volunteers across Canada that philanthropically contribute to the nation’s many causes.
The beautiful image of the hot air balloons of different sizes, shapes and colours reflects the diversity of community volunteers. It was sent to us from Volunteer Canada, and it illustrates that when people volunteer together, the sky is the limit!
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May 2019: Groundbreaking on Forbes Street!
Please join us to celebrate as we break ground at 32 & 34 Forbes Street in London. We are excited to begin our London Life Build for Jennifer's family and our Community Build for Lindsie's family.
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Looking for Families & INDIVIDUALS in London
Now accepting applications from families and also from
individuals
for our home ownership program in London only.
Find out how
you can qualify for our upcoming home build project.
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Read about how to become a Habitat homeowner on our
website.
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Jen Leppard, of
Women in Construction
, spoke about the opportunity of participating in our
Women Build.
Christine Quinlan spoke on behalf of
General Dynamics - Land Systems Canada
who were strong supporters of Habitat during this build season as well. This accessible home will allow Brianne and Brayden to live comfortably together for years to come.
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The House that FM96 Built
is now home to Jodey and her son Adalton. They will make wonderful new neighbours in the Manor Park community in London. Thanks to Jim Kelly and Taz from
The Taz Show on FM96
for emceeing our Key Ceremony on March 28.
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Want to make a difference in your community?
Bring your team to a Habitat Heartland build site and
work alongside other volunteers to help future Habitat homeowners build safe, decent homes.
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ReStore Deconstruction & Salvage Program
Upcoming renovation project? Updating your kitchen? Consider donating to Habitat for Humanity through our salvage program. Your items will be removed by our volunteers and resold to raise funds to build homes for local families.
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From the Adelaide ReStore - London
With the year starting out, thoughts of change always come to mind, bringing new possibilities.
Our upgraded Windows & Doors section has made shopping much easier, especially for those in need of specific measurements.
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Installation of new shelving and greater organization have improved our Hardware & Electrical section.
Shoppers can now find that one special item with ease.
Our freshly painted walls give the whole ReStore - at 317 Adelaide Street South - a new look and we would love to have you come in and say ‘Hi’ to the staff and volunteers.
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With the help of volunteers and future homeowners, we are able to provide homes for low-income families across Middlesex, Elgin, Perth and Oxford counties. Whether they’re lending a hand on a local build site, supporting the operations of one of our six ReStores, or embarking on a Global Village trip, our volunteers are an integral part of our organization, helping us fulfill our vision of a world where everyone has a decent, affordable place to live.
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This month we’re shining a spotlight on our invaluable Crew Leaders. Crew Leaders play a vital role in the Habitat construction process by training, mentoring and supervising
small groups of volunteers to perform construction tasks on site.
They commit to volunteering 3-4 days per month for at least 5 months and work closely with our Site Supervisors and Construction Manager to lead volunteers of all skill levels.
Read more...
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She Shed He Shed, presented by Old Hickory Buildings is a new fundraising event for Habitat for Humanity Heartland Ontario. Two local interior designers including Myra Tuer of
Detailing & Design by Myra
, will decorate a shed each, one for “him” and one for “her”, incorporating items from the Habitat ReStore.
The sheds will be on display at
Western Fair Home & Outdoor Show
(April 12-14). Raffle tickets will be sold leading up to and at the home show. Corus is the media partner for this event, and will broadcast live from the sheds at the home show. Thanks to our generous sponsors 100% of the funds raised from ticket sales will go toward building homes in our community.
Tickets $10 each or 3 for $20
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Choice Hotels "Book to Build" event
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Upcoming Home Shows in Stratford and Tillsonburg
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Lambeth United Church
Thank you to Lambeth United Church for inviting Habitat Heartland Ontario to be the beneficiary organization at their annual charity luncheon. The event raised $1,125 in support of local build projects. It was a wonderful afternoon of fellowship and food.
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Genworth Bonspiel
Genworth Canada and FCT hosted the 5
th
annual Charity Curling Bonspiel in support of Habitat Heartland Ontario at Highland Country Club. Over the years this event has raised more than $20,000 in support of local build projects. Thank you to Genworth and FCT for your continued support!
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Habitat for Humanity Beach Volleyball Tournament
Organized by Al Altan, the Habitat for Humanity Beach Volleyball tournament was a great success! This first-time event raised just over $1,500 in support of local build projects. Thank you to Al and all the teams who participated, your generosity is greatly appreciated.
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to support Habitat Heartland
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Green Affordable Homes in Jordan
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Through "The Green Affordable Homes Project" in Jordan people learn how to use grey water, install solar water heaters, collect and reuse rainwater - all saving energy and leading to green building practices.
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Every dollar you give goes directly toward building an affordable home in our region. 100% of ReStore proceeds cover the operating costs of Habitat Heartland. So give generously to help local families become homeowners.
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Pacific ReStore
5-40 Pacific Court. London
t:
519-659-1949 ext. 225
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Adelaide ReStore
317 Adelaide St. London
t:
519-659-1949 ext. 281
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St. Thomas ReStore
5-280 Edward St. St. Thomas
t:
519-631-6868
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Woodstock ReStore
1058 Parkinson Rd. Woodstock
t:
519-421-0003
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Stratford ReStore
598 Lorne Ave East. Stratford
t:
519-273-7155
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Listowel ReStore
1-500 Rocher Rd. Listowel
t:
519-815-8158
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