Pinball Clemons joins Habitat for Humanity Brampton, July 23, for launch of "Elliott House Heritage Build."

Relocation and rehabilitation of heritage farmhouse gives two families a new home in groundbreaking partnership.

Brampton, ON, July 18 /CNW/ - A three-way partnership between Habitat for Humanity Brampton, Metrus Development Inc. and the City of Brampton is breathing new life into an abandoned heritage 19th century farmhouse. The structure will be relocated and rehabilitated and two Brampton families will experience affordable home ownership for the first time.

The groundbreaking partnership is the first involving a Habitat for Humanity affiliate in North America. Metrus Development Inc. donated the heritage house and two lots for the relocation and the City of Brampton has provided ongoing support and technical assistance. Funding for the move is being provided by sponsors and community fundraising initiatives.

The circa 1861 Ontario gothic style farmhouse known as the "George Elliott House," after its original builder, will be relocated .5 kilometers north on Torbram Road to a new site the morning of July 23. A ceremonial launch takes place at 9:30 a.m. just prior to the move and will be attended by Toronto Argonaut coach Mike "Pinball" Clemons and other VIPs. Habitat volunteers will lead a three month rehabilitation program at the new site where the refurbished 360-ton heritage structure will be turned into a semi-detached house for two Brampton families. Plans include maintaining the building's historical integrity and constructing an addition.

What:
Habitat for Humanity Brampton's Elliott House Heritage Build Official Launch

Where:
10801 Torbram Road North, Brampton.

Directions: East side of Torbram, just north of Sandalwood Parkway (Sandalwood runs east-west from Dixie Rd. to Airport Rd., approximately 8 kilometers north of Hwy 407

Note: Media have access at road barricade

When:
Monday, July 23, 2007, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. - Volunteer & Sponsor Breakfast
9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. - Launch Ceremony Media Event & Photo-op
10:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. - Slow move of house north along Torbram Road
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Open community event at new site located at 120, 122 Sled Dog Road (house will travel across temporary access from Torbram)

Who:
Mike 'Pinball' Clemons, Head Coach, Toronto Argonauts;
Partner Families, City of Brampton officials, MP, MPP;
David Hughes, President, Habitat Canada;
Thomas Fischer, Executive Director, Habitat Brampton;
Bob Hooshley, Vice President, Metrus Development Inc.;
Mark Rivett, Vice President and General Manager, Lafarge Canada; Home Depot Canada;
Dan Myepte, President, Danco House Raising & Moving

Media Note:suitable footwear for uneven ground recommended.

For further information: Jackie Cousins, Media Contact, (416) 543-7700,
www.habitatbrampton.com