What we do
Bringing people together to build homes, communities and hope.
Housing
We believe that access to safe, decent and affordable homes is a basic human right that should be available to all.
Together, we build vibrant communities
over 200 families
Formed in 2021 through the merger of Habitat Regina, Habitat Saskatoon, and Habitat Prince Albert, Habitat Saskatchewan was created to strengthen our reach and serve more families in more communities. Since then, we have partnered with over 200 families to help them build a future through safe, affordable homeownership.
Why Housing Matters
A decent, affordable home is the foundation for a more healthy and stable life. It means families can put down roots, children can focus on school, and parents can plan for the future. Housing has a multiplier effect: it improves health, education, and economic opportunity, while building stronger, more resilient communities. At Habitat Saskatchewan, we believe that lasting change starts with a home.
How Our Model Works
Homes with Habitat Saskatchewan are not free. Every homeowner pays an affordable mortgage based on their income. Each payment helps construct the next home, creating a ripple effect of impact that strengthens communities across Saskatchewan.
As part of their partnership, families also contribute 500 volunteer hours — through Habitat initiatives or with other local nonprofits — ensuring they play an active role in building stronger communities.
Together, we’re creating safe, vibrant neighborhoods and lasting change across Saskatchewan.
Our Core Values
Dignity
We believe in the worth and dignity of every human being. We respect the people we serve and those that help us in this effort and recognize them as our great resource.
Diversity & Inclusion
We believe there is a role for everyone committed to our vision, mission, and values and we seek to enrich the organization through diversity.
Partnerships
We believe we can best achieve our mission through meaningful and mutually-beneficial partnerships with others.
Habitat Homeownership Program
The Habitat Homeownership Program currently provides families the opportunity to purchase a home at fair market value with zero-down payment and is an interest-free mortgage with payments set at 25% of the family’s gross annual household income. Yes, homes are not free! Families pay for a mortgage that we initiate with them and we sign a mortgage with them once they have completed their 500 volunteer hours.
Mortgage payments are invested into a revolving fund, called the Fund for Humanity, which is used by Habitat Saskatchewan to build more homes in the community.
Funding
In addition to fundraising and sponsorships, Habitat Saskatchewan builds homes through our “Fund for Humanity model”. Mortgage payments paid to Habitat Saskatchewan from our homeowners goes into a fund to help pay for the next build.
Habitat ReStores
In support of our homebuilding activity, we operate a network of social enterprise home improvement retail stores called Habitat ReStores.
Our 3 current locations across Saskatchewan collect and sell new and used donated home furnishings, home accessories, and renovation/building materials at a fraction of the original price.
Revenue generated through our Habitat ReStores helps to fund the cost to build homes, which allows the majority of donor dollars to go directly towards our mission. The Habitat ReStore model reduces the need for the production of new materials and the consumption of natural resources. It extends the value of new and gently-used household items, eliminating unnecessary waste, and ultimately decreasing our collective carbon footprint.
