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Thanks to Habitat for Humanity, Noor Zaheer and his family finally have peace of mind with a home of their own.
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A place to call their own
Habitat for Humanity helps Zaheer family settle
Noor Zaheer finally has peace of mind.
Forced to move several times because of a daughter’s chronic asthma and allergies, he and his family can now breathe easy thanks to Habitat for Humanity.
“After a lot of struggles we found out about Habitat for Humanity and finally had the opportunity to move into Richmond,” he says. “This opportunity means a lot to my family and I. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that is changing the lives of ourselves as well as our kids. Now we can concentrate more on our kids’ education for a bright and fruitful future.”
Originally from Afghanistan, Zaheer came to Canada seeking a better life. But throughout the journey, he’s been equally dedicated to giving back.
A school bus driver for children with disabilities, he and his wife (a chef’s assistant at White Spot) and their four children have remained steadfast in their community efforts. That includes volunteering with Habitat for Humanity, the non-profit, non-government organization whose mission is to mobilize volunteers and community partners in building affordable housing and promote home ownership as a means to break the cycle of poverty.
“It is an honour to be a member of one of the most respected organizations in the world,” Zaheer says. “We have no words to express our feelings and happiness. We are thankful to Habitat for Humanity, the donors, the volunteers, and the Government of British Columbia. Their support and contribution made this possible.”
Now with the family settled, the Zaheers can enjoy the “beautiful city” of Richmond.
“It has access to the best facilities, services, schools, malls, and lots of opportunities to learn from and grow,” he explains. “Our children are 15, 14, seven and six. The boys have a passion for playing basketball and soccer, and the girls’ favourite activities include reading, drawing and painting.”
While the pandemic has cast a negative shadow, the Zaheer story offers a bright ray of hope going forward—thanks to people who care and a willingness to pitch in and lend a hand.
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