Former United States president Jimmy Carter passed away at the age of 100, sparking mourning around the world. Carter visited Edmonton in 2017 as part of his work with Habitat for Humanity (HFH). During his visit, he and his wife signed a hammer that now hangs in the Edmonton HFH office as a symbol of hope. The Carters worked alongside volunteers to build 150 homes across Canada, including 75 in Edmonton and Fort Saskatchewan. Their legacy lives on in the homes they built and the tools they used during their visit.
Carter acknowledged the need for low-income housing in Canada during his visit, praising the organization in Edmonton for their hard work and success. Around 14,000 volunteers, including the homeowners themselves, participated in the Edmonton project. Country music superstar Garth Brooks and his wife, Trisha Yearwood, also joined the Carters in building Carter Place, a project consisting of 58 townhomes that benefit hundreds of Edmontonians. The homeowners, like Amanda Alleyne, express gratitude for the opportunity to purchase their own homes through HFH and Carter’s efforts.
Alleyne emphasizes the sense of community that has been built among the residents of Carter Place, highlighting the impact of HFH and Carter’s work. The public can pay tribute to Carter by signing doors at Habitat Restores, which will be displayed in honor of the Carters’ contributions. HFH Edmonton hopes this will inspire more people to support their cause and get involved in helping families in need of affordable housing. Reddy, the president and CEO of HFH Edmonton, stresses the importance of creating stable, vibrant communities through affordable homeownership and encourages individuals to donate their time and resources to support the organization.
The Carters’ visit to Edmonton in 2017 left a lasting impact on the community and on the individuals who were part of the Habitat for Humanity project. Their dedication to building homes for those in need continues to be remembered and celebrated. The legacy of the Carters lives on in the homes they helped build and in the sense of community that has been forged among the residents of Carter Place. Their work serves as an inspiration for others to get involved in supporting Habitat for Humanity and in helping to create more affordable housing options for families in need.
The impact of the Carters’ visit to Edmonton extends beyond the physical homes they helped build. Their commitment to charitable work and their dedication to improving the lives of others has left a lasting impression on the community. The Carters’ legacy serves as a reminder of the importance of giving back and helping those in need. Their work with Habitat for Humanity continues to make a difference in the lives of families in Edmonton and beyond. The public can honor the late president by signing doors at Habitat Restores, a gesture that symbolizes the ongoing impact of the Carters’ efforts in building homes for those in need.
