From 13 Homes to 125K Families | Winnipeg News

From thirteen homes in 1951 to over 125,000 families served today, Qualico’s 75-year journey is a story of grit, innovation, and community. Founded by immigrant pioneers David and Katherine Friesen, the company built affordable housing in post-war Winnipeg and expanded across Canada and into the U.S., using smart strategies like vertical integration to control costs and quality. Their “No margin, no mission” ethos drives reinvestment and growth, while their deep commitment to philanthropy—backed by millions in donations and thousands of volunteer hours—keeps their roots firmly planted in the communities they build. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dd2f755d9a40926c