Habitat News
The Meaning of Home Contest is BACK!
At Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region, we believe that a home is so much more than just a place to live. Home is safety, stability, belonging, and a foundation for the future. That’s why we are proud to help bring the Meaning of Home Contest to classrooms and families across our region once again this year. This national…
Read More35 New Affordable Homes Coming to Haliburton
Safe, stable, and affordable housing is urgently needed in Haliburton County. Today, nearly 40% of local residents are spending more than 30% of their income on housing, well above the standard threshold of affordability. This means too many families, seniors, and individuals are struggling to keep a roof over their heads while meeting other basic needs. That’s why we’re excited to share that Habitat for…
Read MoreThe Beer Store Bottle Drive is BACK!
The Beer Store Bottle Drive is Back – Turn Your Empties into Homes! From August 25 to September 21, you can help build a better future for families in your community simply by returning your empty beverage containers. We’re once again partnering with The Beer Store to make it easy for you to support Habitat for Humanity Peterborough…
Read MoreGroundbreaking: Accessible Affordable Housing for Women with Developmental Disabilities
On Wednesday, July 9, 2025, Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region (Habitat PKR), in partnership with Our Daughter’s Home, celebrated a landmark moment — the official groundbreaking of an accessible duplex in Peterborough’s East City. Under clear summer skies, community members, public officials, local leaders, families, and Habitat supporters gathered on Sophia Street to mark…
Read MoreHomeGrown: A Habitat Vineyard Party Fundraiser Raises $24,000 for Affordable Housing
On Saturday, June 7, 2025, we hosted HomeGrown: A Habitat Vineyard Party Fundraiser at the stunningRolling Grape Vineyard, and we’re thrilled to share that the evening raised $24,000 in support of local affordable homebuilding efforts through Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region! Guests were transported to the Amalfi Coast during this Italian-inspired evening, hosted by the ever-charismatic Neil Morton of Cormor Inc. Under a clear-ceiling…
Read MoreSusan Zambonin Awarded the Terry Petkau Legacy Award
We’re thrilled to share that Susan Zambonin, CEO of Habitat for Humanity Peterborough & Kawartha Region, has been awarded the Terry Petkau Legacy Award – Outstanding Staff, the highest honour presented by Habitat for Humanity Canada. Named after the late Terry Petkau—affectionately remembered as “the heart of Habitat”—this national award recognizes exceptional leadership, innovation, and an unwavering…
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