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First floor walls went up Tuesday. Second floor wa

First floor walls went up Tuesday. Second floor walls went up Wednesday. We have what looks like a house at our SECOND Magnus build. Now that things are moving along we’ll be sharing more from this site and we’re excited to introduce you to more of our trainees, staff, and partners.
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Meet Jeremy! When we put the call out that we were

Meet Jeremy! When we put the call out that we were starting a training program, Jeremy was the first person who got in touch to apply.

Jeremy describes himself as fun and outgoing, and is interested in carpentry. He was a firefighter for 16 years in his home community of Split Lake, and is liking the change the training program has brought.

Outside of our program, Jeremy’s a busy guy. He has 6 kids between the ages of 9 and 18, and they play hockey (on scholarship!), and volleyball.

Jeremy likes his coworkers and says they’ve become like family. He especially likes that everyone’s supportive, open, and honest.
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We’re starting a new training program and that m

We’re starting a new training program and that means a non-profit can get spruced up for free!

If you have or know of a spot that’s indoors and, ideally, vacant from 10 am to 3 pm Monday to Friday (we can cleanup for evening programming each day, if needed), reach out to Kalen Taylor at ktaylor@purposeconstruction.ca. We have two cohorts, so there are two opportunities!

When we asked to take a couple pictures of Trudy,

When we asked to take a couple pictures of Trudy, one of our trainees, they grabbed their medicine bag and smudging wing. “Job site photos, but make them sacred,” they joked.

Trudy has been with us since September, and it’s been an absolute pleasure to watch them work. Their infectious laugh and joyous spirit can be felt (and heard) on their job sites. Their commitment to their Indigenous culture has helped to create bonds with other trainees and staff. Simply put, we’re incredibly happy Trudy found us.

Trudy has this to say about their experience in our training program so far: “We actually get to work on a site, with people with similar situations, which makes me feel at ease and a lot more comfortable. The cultural elements that are brought in are helpful, and it makes me feel more proud.”
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A big pile of junk and wood outside means lots of

A big pile of junk and wood outside means lots of work is happening inside! After months (years?) of delays, we’ve started work on the Mountain project we’ve partnered with @raisingtheroofcanada to complete. This build is providing an excellent “classroom” for our trainees who started a few weeks ago. We’re excited to finally be able to work on this much needed project. In case you forgot, the Mountain House, as we call it, is a home that’s being renovated into apartment units for Indigenous women with kids and one smaller unit for a youth ageing out of care.

We’re winners! We’re so pleased to have been n

We’re winners! We’re so pleased to have been nominated and to have won the award for equity and diversity in hiring from the National Construction Council. It was great to have folks from the NCC to the SEC to show them Purposes’ home base. It was especially great to have them meet Abdifata (left) and Alazar (right), our two carpentry apprentices.

Most of the time we’re just head down doing what we do, so it feels extra good (and gives us a chance to see things from an outside perspective) when a national organization recognizes our work.

A few years ago we asked the folks at Red Rebel Ar

A few years ago we asked the folks at Red Rebel Armour if they could design banners for our building at 765 Main St. The designs they came up with are beautiful reminders of a painful, ongoing legacy. The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day is this Saturday, September 30th. There are organizations offering programming the day of, but also in the days leading up to the 30th. These events provide people with the opportunity to learn about the history that has shaped this place we call home, and are tangible ways for non-Indigenous folks to learn about the past and the present, and to work towards change.

In between the wind having fun with anything not b

How’s everyone’s summer going? We’re moving

How’s everyone’s summer going? We’re moving along, planning for new house builds, our Mountain project, and our continuing work with Manitoba Housing.

We recently wrapped up a huge project, and you’re looking at two guys who had a big part in it. We started this project on Inkster back in November of 2022! We joked that it was the never ending project because it felt like we were there forever (we kind of were). Since November (nine months ago!) we completed 14 units, the hallway, and 2 foyers complete with post boxes. Napolyon (left) and Greg (right) as well as Musie (not pictured) were our principles, but overall 19 Purpose employees had a hand in this massive undertaking. We’ll share some before photos next week, but couldn’t wait to post these. We’re really proud of this one.

Today we recognize and celebrate all Indigenous pe

Today we recognize and celebrate all Indigenous people.

It’s not lost on us that there are no Indigenous languages listed on our post from yesterday. Because of Residential schools, whole generations were forcibly denied their language and their culture. It’s wrong that we don’t hear the languages of the original people spoken.

Today is a celebration of culture and heritage for Indigenous people and an opportunity to learn and reflect for all non-Indigenous people.

It’s World Refugee Day. It’s a special day for

It’s World Refugee Day. It’s a special day for us because so many of our staff are refugees. Each person has their own story of how they came to Winnipeg, and we’re so happy they made their way to work with us.

We took a lot of photos during the Purpose Homes b

We took a lot of photos during the Purpose Homes build. Catching the faces of the folks who used their skills to build this house was important to us. We asked our friends at Relish Branding to make a spiffy video that shows these folks along with some of the things that make this house, and Purpose Homes, special. We get big ❤️ watching this, and we hope you will too.

It’s easy to underestimate the significance of k

It’s easy to underestimate the significance of keys. They’re so small, but what they represent is so big.

We handed over the keys to 351 Magus this week. The new homeowners were gracious enough to let us take some pictures as they unpacked and planned for how their home is going to look. Their kids were at school, but they had already been by to pick out which room they wanted.

As we officially turned our first Purpose Home over to its new owners, we’re getting started on two more! We’ll share progress on them, and we’ll share how people can apply to purchase them well ahead of the homes being finished.
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It’s wild that you can distill months of hard wo

It’s wild that you can distill months of hard work into thirty seconds, but that’s what we’ve done! Our first Purpose Home is finished and a family of five will be moving in at the end of the month. We’re so excited for them to put down roots and make this house their home. As they’re moving in, we’re getting started on our next TWO house builds! Here’s to two more affordable homes for families who need them in 2023!
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Yesterday almost felt like a kitchen party with al

Yesterday almost felt like a kitchen party with all the people we love to see. The folks who came have been with us along the way. Some poured concrete. Some painted walls. Some helped behind the scenes with financing and money stuff. Whatever they did, it was great to have everyone together under one roof. Also, shoutout to Barret, Alex, and Ken, our Purpose Homes crew who look like they’re posing for their record cover.

Have a listen to some of our E.Ds speech to be inspired but to really hear the heart of why we do what we do.
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Is that a finished bathroom I see? And a gorgeous

Is that a finished bathroom I see? And a gorgeous front entry? Does that bedroom have lots of natural light streaming in? YES, YES, and YES! It’s ready, folks! We’ve put the finishing touches on our first home and now all this house needs is a family to call it home.

We’ve waived the qualifier that an applicant needed to live in MB for 12 months prior, because that excluded a lot of folks.

If you or someone you know would like to see the house, reach out and we’d be happy to show it to you.
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Cabinets and baseboards and doors, oh my! The inte

Cabinets and baseboards and doors, oh my! The interior of the house is really taking shape. You can come by and see for yourself tomorrow (Sunday, Jan 15) from 1:30-2:30. Pop by 351 Magnus to see the inside (and outside) of the house, chat with staff, have a coffee and doughnut, and pick up an application.
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Here’s another staff throwback to greener times,

Here’s another staff throwback to greener times, this time with Justice. These two pictures are pretty solid representations of Justice and her sunny personality. She’s been with Purpose for a year and a bit and has been enjoying learning new things. Her favourite thing to do on a job site is rolling out (painting the walls) and her least favourite thing to do is sanding. When she’s not at work, Justice loves all things manga.

Here’s to all the little moments that make up th

Here’s to all the little moments that make up the big things that happened this year. Thanks to all who’ve followed along as we built our first home, continued on with our MB Housing work, started a siding division, saw employees move into management roles, grew as a company and as people. It’s a wild and tough world out there, but we’re happy to be in to together, and with you. From our wonky heart photo collage to you, here’s to 2023.

We could all use the serotonin boost a smiling fac

We could all use the serotonin boost a smiling face in a lush, green setting brings. We snapped these pics of Greg outside a unit back in August and saved them for a cold day like today.

Greg’s been with us for around five years. He brings a lot of skills, having worked for another construction company before coming to Purpose. Greg’s favourite part of the job is painting, specifically the finished product, and he’s proud of his cutting in skills. He says “when I first started my cutting skills were kind of off but now I have a steadier hand and I think it looks really professional.” He likes having a really good plan and having everything he needs to make it run smoothly. When he’s not at work Greg likes riding his bike, reading the bible, and doing puzzles. Greg’s soft spoken, calm demeanour is a joy to be around and we’re so thankful he’s part of our team.

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