For the first time in its 27-year history, Habitat for Humanity Sarnia-Lambton has broken ground at Kettle & Stony Point First Nation.
A ceremony was held on Eagle Drive Wednesday, where four homes will be built.
CEO David Waters said construction begins this week.
"Anytime Habitat has an opportunity to help the community, that's what we're all about, helping communities helping people to live affordably, and they need homes built. They have a lot of people living in their community looking for decent, safe, affordable homes, and it's something we can provide at a much better rate than a traditional builder because of how we build with volunteers."
Waters said two of the homes are three-bedroom dwellings and the other two each feature four bedrooms.
He said the residents will be moving in sometime next year.
"They needed some homes built and they wanted to partner with us to have us build them for them. So we started conversations and about four months ago, we signed an official agreement," said Waters. "When we work together towards a common goal of homeownership for those deserving a safe and affordable place to live, it is a winning partnership that can continue for years to come."
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The site of future Habitat for Humanity Homes in Kettle and Stony Point First Nation. 10 June 2020. (Submitted photo)
