Thanks to the Dauphin Habitat For Humanity, a local family of 4 has a place to call home.
Rodney Juba with the Habitat For Humanity group was proud to hand off the key to Chantell, the home's new owner
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Juba and his team have spent over a year building this new house, with the help of their sponsors, the community, and the family moving in.
A provincial representative of the organization noted that Habit For Humanity isn't just a giveaway, but a hand-up. Families that buy these newly built homes sign up under a 0% mortgage with the group and also provide 500 hours of "sweat equity" or labor to aid in the building process.
Darren Eddie, Build chair with Habitat For Humanity says that the only challenge that was faced was just the amount of labor, compared to the volunteers.
"we're hoping for a little more community involvement, but I think everyone that did help found it very rewarding."
This is the second that this organization has built in the city. If you're looking to help build a stronger community in a very literal way, you can reach out to the Dauphin Habit For Humanity by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., by visiting their website at habitat.mb.ca/chapters/dauphin/, or by calling Chairperson Rodney Juba at 204-648-6759.
