There are many happy families, both in Yorkton and elsewhere in the province thanks to the selflessness and dedication of countless volunteers and donations.
That is something worth celebrating - thus the reason for communities across Saskatchewan gathered to recognize and celebrate the work of Habitat for Humanity and their many partner families. May 2 was officially declared Habitat Day in the province.
"We've been happy to partner and support 97 Habitat home builds across the province since 2009," says Social Services Minister and Minister responsible for Saskatchewan Housing Corporation June Draude. "We do it because we know a home is that wonderful foundation for everything else. When a family has a decent place to live, they can focus on making their lives, their children's education and their family's future more successful.
"It's the foundation of our province's Plan for Growth - to create a province that is welcoming and supportive. Working with Habitat and their partners across the province, we are building a better, stronger Saskatchewan."
To date funding and efforts have supported builds in 10 communities across the province including Regina, Prince Albert, Lloydminster, Saskatoon, Nipawin, Yorkton, Moose Jaw, Humboldt, Duck Lake and Fort Qu'Appelle.
And where would these families be without this helping hand?
Hats off to all who are involved! May we celebrate many more builds to come in Saskatchewan.
To learn more about Habitat for Humanity and their work across Saskatchewan, visit www.habitat.ca.
