FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8th, 2025
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OKANAGAN WELCOMES NEW FAMILY INTO PEACHLAND HOME THROUGH BUY-BACK PROGRAM
Peachland, BC – Amid BC’s ongoing housing crisis, another local family has found hope through Habitat for Humanity Okanagan’s affordable homeownership program.
The home was previously owned by a family that partnered with Habitat who, after years of building equity, qualified for a traditional mortgage to purchase a home independently. Through Habitat’s unique buy-back model, it was reacquired and made available to a new family in need.
“This is a powerful example of how our unique home ownership model creates long-term impact,” said Andrea Manifold, CEO of Habitat for Humanity Okanagan. “When a family transitions to a home outside of the program, we exercise the option to buy back the home and reinvest into another family’s future. It’s a sustainable way to keep affordable housing in reach for those who need it most.”
“This opportunity to purchase a home through Habitat is immeasurable. The impact that it has for our daughter, and for her future siblings, it’s the piece that our family was missing.” said the new homeowners at their official key ceremony.
This homecoming highlights the long-term impact of Habitat’s model. It’s not just about building homes; it’s about building a cycle of opportunity that continues to impact families for generations.
For more information about Habitat for Humanity Okanagan and how to get involved, visit www.habitatforhumanityokanagan.ca.
Media Contact:
Courtney Clark
Marketing Communications & Volunteer Coordinator
Habitat for Humanity Okanagan
About Habitat for Humanity Okanagan
Habitat for Humanity Okanagan is an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity Canada, a for-impact,
non-profit housing organization. Habitat for Humanity’s model empowers families to invest
in homeownership. We bring people together to build homes, communities and hope because
we believe every family should have safe, decent, affordable housing.
For more information:
Andrea Manifold
Chief Executive Officer
Habitat for Humanity Okanagan
778-755-4346 ext. 210
andrea.manifold@hfhokanagan.ca
