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Community Members Establish “Building Futures In Magnetawan” Affordable Housing Project

The newly established Magnetawan Chapter of Habitat for Humanity Ontario Gateway North (OGN) announced that the Municipality of Magnetawan’s application for a land donation at 26 Last Street was approved by council today.

“This is a day of firsts,” says thirdterm Municipal Councillor, Deputy Mayor, and Chapter Chair John Hetherington. “We’re thrilled to celebrate this donation and launch our partnership with Habitat for Humanity as their first chapter in our municipality. The property on Last Street will be the site of OGN’s first modular build, and we couldn’t be happier for our community.”

 

We build strength, stability and selfreliance. The members of the newly created Magnetawan Chapter are no strangers to community service. Comprised of municipal influencers, a fifthgeneration area builder, and professionals from real estate, banking, and education, the group has the experience and local knowledge to move this project forward. Three of the members serve in the local Lions Club, whose fundraising efforts resulted in the construction of Magnetawan’s Lions Club Pavilion. Local builder and chapter Construction Chair, Mark Langford, traces his area roots back to 1870. Drawing on his successful experience in community development, Mark is fully committed to seeing the completion of
Habitat’s first affordable home project in Magnetawan. “I’m excited to be working with Champoux Homes,” says Langford. They’re an established Canadian company whose modular designs and build techniques make them a perfect fit for this project, and the land is buildready and zoned for purpose. This is going to be a lovely home for a local family.”

At approximately 946 square feet, with two bedrooms and one bathroom, the single, detached modular home will have an unfinished basement with roughedin plumbing. Suitable for small families or individuals, the home will be situated on a municipally maintained road with access to town amenities.

“I’m very happy to be part of this project,” says Fundraising Chair Sherri Clark. “My daughter and her family have been in a Habitat home since 2019, and I’ve seen firsthand the positive impact that affordable, suitable housing can make. We’re well on the way with our fundraising efforts, but you’ll see us around the community
as we look for continued local support for this project.”

The application process is now open. Need and the ability to make affordable monthly payments are fundamental elements for eligibility for this equity building opportunity, but partnership with Habitat is just as critical,” declares Hetherington. “Habitat homeowners must commit to a contribution of 500 volunteer hours
supporting the project. But just as important is the family’s willingness to represent Habitat with kindness, integrity, and a passion for community.

Details about the program, process, and eligibility criteria are available at
https://www.habitatgatewaynorth.com/affordablehousing#qualifies

The first phase is determining eligibility.
Review the eligibility criteria and complete the first step in the application process at

https://www.habitatgatewaynorth.com/affordablehousing
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