On Thursday, August 4, TREB President-Elect Tim Syrianos gave a speech at the ground-breaking of Habitat for Humanity GTA’s latest build site, 140 Pinery Trail. This location represents Habitat for Humanity GTA’s largest home build project ever, and is the beginning of a journey toward a brighter future for 50 Habitat families. You can read more about the project here.
Since 1999, TREB has partnered on build projects with Habitat, and we are proud to contribute $150,000 to this latest project, from our participation in the 2016 Ontario REALTORS Care® Foundation Every REALTOR® Campaign. TREB’s donation will help one family realize their dream of home ownership at 140 Pinery Trail.
The Kabir-Akter family, headed by Humayunn and Bilkis, currently live in a one-bedroom apartment with their two children Humayura (12) and Farhan (6). Despite working two jobs to provide for his family, Humayunn never thought owning a home in Canada would be a reality. "Habitat is giving us an amazing opportunity to own our own house for the rest of our lives," said Humayunn.
With the safety and stability their new home will bring, many of them plan to pursue further education, with Bilkis aspiring to go school as the kids grow older and both children planning to attend university in the future. The Kabir-Akter family also plan to introduce themselves to the other Habitat partner families once they’ve settled in.
"Owning a home is a key determinant of economic and social well-being. Having a stable and secure roof over your head allows you to focus on other things such as your family, your career, and your community. That is why TREB is proud to support the incredible work done by Habitat," said Syrianos on Thursday morning.
Tim also noted that TREB Members would have an opportunity to participate in one of several build days at the 140 Pinery Trail site this fall. Click here for more information on how you can participate!
For a link to the full photo gallery, please click here.
About The Every REALTOR® Campaign
At our May 2016 Spring Annual Meeting, GTA REALTORS® voted to participate in the Ontario REALTORS Care® Foundation’s Every REALTOR® Campaign for the ninth consecutive year by donating $1 per Member per month. The Every REALTOR® Campaign helps to build a better Greater Toronto Area and has had amazing results for our communities. Click here to read about TREB’s 2015/2016 contributions.