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Bringing people together to build homes, communities and hope.
Who We Are
Habitat for Humanity Hamilton
Habitat for Humanity Hamilton is an independent, not-for-profit charity, building affordable housing and promoting homeownership. We mobilize local volunteers, community members, donors, and corporate partners – bringing people together to build homes, communities, and hope. Our vision is a world where everyone has a decent place to live.
Nov 17
We’re honoured to be nominated for the Changemaker Award by the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce!
This recognition celebrates local not-for-profit organizations that demonstrate exceptional governance, strong leadership, and long-term impact in strengthening our community, values we strive to uphold every day in our work to build safe, decent, and affordable homes in Hamilton.
A heartfelt thank you to the @hamiltonchamber for this nomination and for championing organizations making a difference in our city.
Congratulations to our fellow nominees: @missionhamilton @ywcahamilton @wesleynonprofit @ronaldmcdonaldhouse_sco
We’re proud to stand alongside you in building a stronger Hamilton for everyone.
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Nov 14
Thank You, @hamiltongolfandcountryclub Foundation, for your recent donation. We’re incredibly grateful for your generous support of Habitat Hamilton again this year, and we are amazed by the success of the Dick Borthwick Charitable Golf Tournament, which has been ongoing for an astounding 53 consecutive years.
Your donation will help us build more affordable homes right here in our community, and the impact reaches far beyond the walls of a house.
Because of supporters like you, we get to see partner families thrive: kids excelling in school, joining teams and clubs, and families becoming more connected and empowered within their community.
This gift will directly support our upcoming Stoney Creek build, our most ambitious project yet, where 10 families will get to put down roots and build brighter futures. The generational impact of safe, stable housing is profound, and we’re honoured to make it possible together.
Thank you, HGCC Foundation, for standing with us during a housing crisis and believing in a future where everyone has a safe place to call home. @hgccfoundation
#affordablehousing #HGCC #HabitatHamilton #HamOnt #CharitableGiving
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Nov 13
A huge thank you to our friends at Reliance for your ongoing support and for joining us on-site for a recent build day! Your team brought incredible energy and teamwork to the build site, helping us take another step toward providing safe, affordable homes
for local families. We’re so grateful for your continued partnership and commitment to building a stronger Hamilton community - one home at a time.
#HabitatHamilton #BuildDay #ThankYou #BuildingCommunity
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Nov 12
A big thanks to the @HamiltonSpectator for this article updating the public on affordable housing initiatives in Hamilton. Hamilton is Home - an alliance of affordable housing providers, including Habitat Hamilton - is proposing building more than 2000 affordable homes on city-owned land, which will cover a wide range of affordability needs. Habitat Hamilton is also proposing building 200 homes by building condos in mid-rise buildings.
The idea is to cut home prices by half, by building on donated land, waiving large development charges, and working with private builders. Habitat Hamilton CEO, Sean Ferris, says now is an optimal time to pursue the project with developers struggling through a severe downturn in the market for new homes. City council will hear an update on the idea this week.
Read the full article by clicking the link in bio or visiting the Spec’s website. #affordablehousing #hamont #missingmiddle #housing #habitatforhumanity #habitathamilton
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Meet Our Families

Esly
“My son will get to spend more quality time with my dad and brother, in a healthy environment. He will have his first bath ever – he’s going to love that! We will have a safe place for the first time. As he grows, he will have a place where he can feel comfortable to bring friends, which is a big thing to me. I hope he learns to appreciate this home. Having affordable housing will allow me to save for his education, laying a foundation for the future.”

Stephanie
“I’m so excited for our future. I never thought that as a single mom in this day and age that I would ever be able to be a homeowner. We’ve been through a lot, my family and I, but every struggle and every hardship we’ve come across and conquered has led us to this moment, so I wouldn’t change our journey for anything, and I’ve never been more excited to see what the future holds for us.”

Melissa
“I always told [my family] that when we get a house you can get a dog, so we will be getting our first family pet. My hopes are that they find what they like to do, and are happy and healthy. We will finish the basement and make a room for my older son when he comes. I’m now working to own a home to pass down to my kids and grandkids. I would never have been able to have this opportunity without Habitat. I am very thankful.”
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Together, we build
Our Home Build Program
Through our Home Build Program, we build homes and provide interest-free and geared-to-income mortgages to people who would not otherwise be able to secure a conventional mortgage. A Habitat home is a strong foundation for a family, and an opportunity on which they can build a better life. An affordable home helps homeowners save more, invest in education, pursue opportunities, and have more financial stability. This provides Hamilton families with the ability, and financial flexibility, to make forward-facing choices and to contribute to their community. Strong and stable homes help build strong and stable families, leading to strong and stable communities.
Together, we build housing equity
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Volunteer with us
Volunteering with Habitat for Humanity Hamilton is an experience that blends meaningful work, community engagement, skill development, and personal fulfillment. Our volunteers bring joy, develop connections, and leave a lasting impact. Join us and let your contributions directly contribute to building a stronger community. Make a difference while having fun and discovering the rewarding feeling that comes from helping others achieve the dream of homeownership. We have several different volunteer opportunities and ways you can get involved.
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The Hamilton ReStore
The Hamilton ReStore is a home improvement retail store that offers new and used affordable merchandise to the general public at a discounted rate and free of tax. The Hamilton ReStore is also a social enterprise with a mission to support the work of Habitat for Humanity Hamilton. Revenues generated from the Hamilton ReStore fund administrative and operational costs for Habitat Hamilton, meaning 100% of donated funds to Habitat Hamilton directly support our Home Build Program, serving families in need. The ReStore has also diverted over two million pounds worth of housing materials from local landfills.