Story submitted by Habitat for Humanity Northumberland
Habitat for Humanity Northumberland board members, volunteers and staff joined community members, neighbours, and local politicians to celebrate the completion of the single detached home in Cobourg.
This newly constructed single-detached home will soon welcome a multi-generational family of six — Elizabeth, four children and her father, Peter. They are the 78th family to partner with Habitat for Humanity Northumberland since 1998.
In 2023, Habitat Northumberland received the donation of the property from the Town of Cobourg. Construction began in March 2024, coinciding with Habitat’s seven-unit build in Baltimore. This project exemplifies the ongoing commitment to working collaboratively with municipalities, government partners, and volunteers to increase access to safe, decent, and affordable housing in Northumberland County.
“At the start of 2025, our team set a goal to complete 8 homes in one calendar year — something we have not set our sights on before,” stated Cathy Borowec, CEO of Habitat for Humanity Northumberland.
“That goal pushed us to work differently, to build smarter, and to engage even more volunteers and partners. The result is that more families, like the Elizabeth’s, are gaining the stability and security of affordable homeownership right here in their own communities.”
The Government of Canada has committed $882,000 through the Affordable Housing Fund under the National Housing Strategy toward Habitat for Humanity Northumberland projects, including this Cobourg home.
“Affordable housing is not just about shelter – it’s about dignity, opportunity and a foundation for a better life,” stated the Honourable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada. “Our Government remains committed to working with Habitat for Humanity to provide that for people in Cobourg and across Canada.”
As new Habitat homeowners, the Molaski family has demonstrated a deep commitment to their community.
Together with friends and extended family, they have contributed over 500 volunteer hours in the Habitat ReStore and at the build site. Since being approved into the Habitat homeownership program, they have patiently waited for a suitable project to become available — one that could accommodate their multi-generational household and meet their family’s unique needs.
The completion of this home marks another important milestone in Habitat Northumberland’s ongoing effort to provide affordable housing opportunities that strengthen families and communities throughout the County.
