About Us
Habitat for Humanity Heartland Ontario, a Habitat Canada affiliate since 1993, serves homeowners across six Southwestern Ontario counties, and operates eight ReStore locations. To learn more, we invite you to read about the Habitat model below and to explore our history and annual reports.
Our Vision is to achieve a world where everyone has a safe and decent place to live.
Mission
Mobilize volunteers and partners in providing opportunities for families to achieve affordable and sustainable homeownership as a means of breaking the cycle of poverty and strengthening communities.
Values
There are seven core values that guides our mission and work: Housing for All, Human Dignity, Strengthening Communities, Family Engagement, Partnership, Inclusion, Accountability
Habitat Model
Habitat for Humanity operates within the housing continuum, providing affordable homes to individuals and families who would not otherwise qualify for traditional mortgages. As a non-profit home builder, Habitat's goal is to help individuals achieve independence and stability through homeownership and equity building.
To help fund the cost of operations and our build program, Habitat affiliates operate social enterprise stores called ReStore, which sell donated new and gently used building materials, tools, appliances, furniture, home décor and more.
To learn more about Habitat for Humanity in Canada, visit Habitat.ca | To learn more about Habitat for Humanity's work in the U.S. and around the world, visit: Habitat.org.