in Canada, 1 in 10 households do not have a decent place to call home

Our Vision

is a world where everyone has a safe and decent place to live.

Our Mission

is to mobilize volunteers and community partners to help families build strength, stability and independence through affordable homeownership.




Sunday Dinner at the ReStore

- Fundraising Event for Phase 2

Join us on the evening of Sunday, October 22, 2023 as Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region hosts the 1st annual Sunday Dinner at the ReStore. This new event will feature a harvest dinner; family style, with wine, cocktails, a silent auction, entertainment, and more. All funds raised at this year’s event will support Habitat for Humanity PKR’s Phase 2, innovative 12-unit affordable condo development in Peterborough.




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Home­ownership

Everyone should have a safe, decent and affordable place to call home. Find out how to qualify and apply for a Habitat home. The dream of homeownership is something that is achievable.

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Donations

Every gift, no matter the size, is an investment in strengthening your community and changing the future for local families. Find out how you can donate today to help build strength and stability.

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ReStores

Habitat ReStores are home and building supply stores that accept and resell quality new and used items. Find your local ReStore to donate today. Shop ReStore to provide more affordable homes in your community.

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Be part of the change you want to see in your community. Find information on volunteering, youth, women, group, and corporate opportunities. You can help ensure everyone has a decent place to live.

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Upcoming

Events

18-Oct-2023
Virtual Homeownership Information Session

Are you tired of renting and dreaming of owning your own home? Learn more about Habitat PKR’s affordable Homeownership Program at the Virtual Information Session on October 18, Wednesday, 7…

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22-Oct-2023
Sunday Dinner at the ReStore

On the evening of Sunday, October 22, 2023 Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region will host the 1st annual Sunday Dinner at the ReStore. This unique event invites attendees…

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Meet Derrick & Maelyn – Leahy’s Lane Phase 2

Home is everything! A home is a place where you feel completely comfortable and safe! It’s a sense of security as well as a sense of pride. It provides hope!…

Meet Jennifer & Anisa – Leahy’s Lane Phase 2

The struggle of finding a safe and stable place to live is a reality for many families, including Jennifer, a hard-working mother, and her daughter Anisa. They currently live in an apartment with a leaking bathroom ceiling, poor insulation leaving Anisa’s room colder than the rest of the place, and thin walls causing noise disturbance from next-door neighbors. On top of that, the apartment has no storage for Anisa’s medical equipment and supplies.

Habitat Homeowners share about what owning a Habitat home will mean. Image is of the couple, with Habitat PKR logo on top, and the quote "...purchasing a Habitat home will help us to feel safe and secure and give us pride in owning something. We will hopefully build some equity for later in life..."

Meet the Homeowners – Leahy’s Lane

The couple was living in an apartment complex with many individuals who unfortunately didn’t share the same views and values, and who didn’t take pride in where they lived.  “Ever…

Meet Angela – Leahy’s Lane

For me, home is a safe place, a place to feel secure and happy,” says Angela. Angela had always dreamed of owning her own home, but with the high housing…

Meet Edward and Jessica – Leahy’s Lane

Edward, Jessica, and their son were living in a one-bedroom apartment for five years. In the beginning, the apartment was a quiet and peaceful place, but that changed, and it…

Latest

News

National Day for Truth & Reconciliation

September 30th is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region recognizes the tragic history and ongoing legacy of residential schools and remembers and…

01-Sep-2023 | Read More

ReStores Labour Day Hours

Please be reminded that the Habitat ReStores will be closed on Monday, September 4 for Labour Day. All ReStore locations will reopen again on Tuesday, September 5. We are excited…

25-Aug-2023 | Read More

Habitat Canada’s Bottle Drive in Partnership with The Beer Store

Mark your calendars and gather those empties! The eagerly awaited bottle drive campaign is back at select The Beer Store locations from August 28th to September 28th. We’re excited to…

21-Aug-2023 | Read More