All posts by Lisa Crawford

Own a 2, 3- or 4-Bedroom Home at Garafraxa Village in Fergus for $400,000!

Apr 4, 2025 |

If your household income is between $65,000 and $130,000, you may qualify for Habitat’s unique homeownership program. Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington is here to help you turn your dream of owning a home into a reality. Our dual mortgage program is designed to make homeownership attainable for families by offering flexible down payment options … Continue reading Own a 2, 3- or 4-Bedroom Home at Garafraxa Village in Fergus for $400,000! →

Reflecting on the Hands On For Housing Youth Conference

Nov 18, 2024 |

A Celebration of Leadership, Learning, and Community Impact  From November 6th to 8th, Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington and the Grand River Raceway in Elora hosted an extraordinary event—the Hands On For Housing Youth Conference. This event brought together nearly 150 students and youth from across Wellington County, fostering leadership, hands-on skill-building, and community engagement … Continue reading Reflecting on the Hands On For Housing Youth Conference →

Exploring Senior’s Co-Housing at Orchard Park

Sep 30, 2024 |

On October 24th, we shared an evening of conversation with Margaret Critchlow author of Community Led Housing: A Cohousing Development Approach to join us in Guelph. Margaret has led the development of co-housing projects across the country and is a resident of one herself. Margaret delivered a presentation and Q&A with participants. Please note: This … Continue reading Exploring Senior’s Co-Housing at Orchard Park →

Safia and Athar

Dec 5, 2023 |

“I want to tell our story. Housing is a big problem – for everyone. If you can get something from your community it’s your obligation to give something back,” Safia, Habitat Home Owner.    Foreseeing an uncertain future in their homeland of Pakistan, and with the hopes of providing better opportunities for their children, Safia … Continue reading Safia and Athar →

Homeowners and Renters Reaching A Breaking Point: New SurveyReveals How Canadians Feel About the Housing Crisis

Nov 22, 2023 |

Despite increasing concerns, survey indicates Canadians believe action can be taken as 69% ofrespondents reject the idea that there isn’t much that can be done to deal with Canada’shousing problems. Toronto, ON – November 15, 2023 – For the second year in a row, lack of housing affordabilityranks as a top concern for Canadians alongside … Continue reading Homeowners and Renters Reaching A Breaking Point: New SurveyReveals How Canadians Feel About the Housing Crisis →

Groundbreaking on Garafraxa

Nov 15, 2023 |

Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington breaks ground on 32-unit development in Fergus alongside community partners and housing leaders Fergus, Ontario – After years of hard work and planning, Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington is excited to celebrate breaking ground on Garafraxa Village, a 32-unit townhousedevelopment at 465 Garafraxa Street West in Fergus, Ontario. Speakers and … Continue reading Groundbreaking on Garafraxa →

Partnership Announcement with Meridian Credit Union

Nov 15, 2023 |

Meridian Credit Union and Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington are Partnering to Help Provide Affordable Homeownership With the rising price of housing, and the escalating cost of building materials and labour, Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington (Habitat GW) is continuously exploring new strategies to provide sustainable and affordable homeownership. Now, with the help of Meridian … Continue reading Partnership Announcement with Meridian Credit Union →