Nova Scotia Mother Exemplifies the Opportunity Found in VIDA’s Workforce Housing
August 14th, 2023
Raising two young boys as a single working mom and keeping an eye on an aging parent is challenging. But Janine Lahti manages all of it, and so much more.
Living in the Truro-Bible Hill area of Nova Scotia for 12 years, Janine initially worked...
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Building a Strong Community: Meet Winnipeg’s Dynamic VIDA Duo Making a Difference
July 25th, 2023
Just up the road from the Manitoba Premier’s Office, Karina Antler and Michael Reid are busy making an impact as VIDA Community Leaders and Building Ambassadors. The roles involve daily building maintenance and supporting others, which has...
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VIDA Bursary Program Helps Residents Get Ahead
July 6th, 2023
Sandra Wilson knows first-hand the unique journey that can arise from the VIDA community. She isn’t just a VIDA staff member; she’s a Building Ambassador (“BA”) and resident in the community. And she’s risen to handle...
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Creating a Sense of Belonging: A Resident Journey Interview with Adam
June 21st, 2023
In this Resident and BA Journey interview, we had the pleasure of speaking with Adam, a resident and building ambassador at Vida. Adam shares his experiences and insights into how Vida's commitment to community and inclusivity has transformed...
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Borrower Perspectives: Ron Lovett, Founder and Chief Community Officer, VIDA (by First National Financial LP)
May 19th, 2023
Founded in 2018 with one 12-unit building in Halifax, VIDA has grown to 2,250 units across more than 150 buildings in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Manitoba. VIDA’s mission is to revolutionize affordable communities, making them places people...
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