Yorkton family receives keys to Habitat for Humanity home

A family in Yorkton has officially received the keys to their new home, thanks to Habitat for Humanity and multiple levels of government. (Hallee Mandryk/CTV News)

A family in Yorkton has officially received the keys to their new home, thanks to Habitat for Humanity and multiple levels of government.

The four-bedroom, 1,008 square-foot bungalow was made possible with a $65,000 investment by the Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan bi-lateral agreement under the National Housing Strategy (NHS).

An additional $31,385 was provided by Lakeview Insurance — in addition to in-kind donations by RH Electric and Legacy Co-op of Yorkton.

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According to Habitat for Humanity, each family selected contributes 500 partnering hours in building their home, or other habitat homes.

The families purchase their house at fair market value, paying an interest-free, zero down-payment mortgage set at 25 per cent of their annual gross income.

“We are thrilled to celebrate our 10th build in 14 years and hand over the keys to Alexis and her family,” Habitat for Humanity Saskatchewan Co-chair Yorkton Chapter Sylvia Henheffer said in the announcement.

“This home was built with heart, passion, and the unwavering support of our Yorkton community. We extend our deepest gratitude to every volunteer, supporter, and donor who made this journey possible. With generous local partners like Lakeview Insurance, we are inspired to continue the work we do year after year.”

-More to come…