Both families have strong ties to the Drumbo community and look forward to raising their young children in safe, decent, and affordable homes in the area.
“We are thrilled to be breaking ground on this build for two families in Drumbo, Oxford County,” says Brian Elliot, CEO of Habitat for Humanity Heartland Ontario. “As we embark on this exciting new build that will bring much needed affordable homeownership opportunities to the region, we would like to thank the community of Drumbo for rallying behind this build, as well as the Township of Blandford-Blenheim for helping us secure the land to build on. This hand-up for two hard working families wouldn’t be possible without the support of our Diamond Hammer sponsors Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada and Oxford County. Habitat Heartland is also grateful to the Drumbo Lions Club for championing this project in the community. Thank you to all our supporters for helping Laura’s family and Kristen & Ian’s family build a better future through Habitat homeownership.”
“We are excited to be part of this special day for two Oxford County families – to them, I say congratulations. Any time we are able to help a family safely build a life in Oxford, it’s a win and a step forward in our commitment to provide more affordable housing in our communities. We are thankful to work with Habitat for Humanity and appreciate their efforts to bring these opportunities to Oxford County,” says Oxford County Warden Larry Martin.
“The Township of Blandford-Blenheim is truly excited and thankful to have been chosen as a location for Habit for Humanity. To see the look of relief and joy on the faces of our soon to be new residents was nothing short of heartwarming. On behalf of council and myself we look forward to this project starting and finishing for two well deserved families,” says Mark Peterson, Mayor of Blandford-Blenheim.
“It's such a pleasure to be working with the committed team from Habitat for Humanity Heartland Ontario. The Drumbo Steering Committee, made up of volunteers from the Drumbo Lions Club, are thrilled to help make Laura and Kristen and Ian's dreams a reality. Personally, I am humbled by the community engagement we have already seen for this project,” says Nancy Demarest, Councilor for Blandford-Blenheim and Habitat Heartland Drumbo Steering Committee Chair.
Habitat Heartland is looking for community members to volunteer on the build site. Those interested in volunteering on the steering committee can contact the Habitat Heartland Volunteer Manager for more information at kforrest@habitat4home.ca.
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