By Staff
January 9th, 2025
BURLINGTON, ON
Students in grades 4, 5 and 6 are invited to answer the question “What does home mean to you?”
The annual Meaning of Home Habitat for Humanity writing contest is open until February 21, 2025,
The goal this year is t0 entice 850+ student submissions across Halton Mississauga and Dufferin Region!
Access to safe and affordable housing continues to be a top priority for all Canadians, including children, who understand how it can provide their family with a place to pursue their dreams and build a better life. Our model of affordable homeownership helps families in need of housing to buy their own home through an affordable mortgage geared to income — helping them build a strong foundation and the financial stability to plan for their children’s futures.
“The Meaning of Home contest is a powerful way for young people to reflect on the importance of housing,” said Eden Grodzinski, CEO of Habitat for Humanity HMD. “Each entry not only raises critical funds for affordable housing but also deepens community understanding of how a safe, stable home can change lives.”
“Every child deserves a safe place to call home,” says Pedro Barata, President and CEO of Habitat for Humanity Canada. “We know the positive impact housing has on children which is what we often see reflected in the contest entries. It’s why this contest is so meaningful and why we continue building and advocating for more affordable housing for all families.” Founded in 2007 by SagenTM 1, the Meaning of Home contest has raised over $2.7 million while encouraging thousands of students to become more active and compassionate citizens. Last year, close to 15,000 entries raised $327,000, helping families across Canada build a brighter future through affordable homeownership.
“We are very proud of this initiative as it continues to increase awareness about the need for affordable homeownership in Canada,” said Stuart Levings, President and CEO, SagenTM. “It is rewarding to see our youth take great pride in their homes and families with words of hopes and dreams as they become more engaged in the well-being of their communities.”
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