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It’s been just over two years since the KGH Foundation asked for the community for its support in making JoeAnna’s House a reality.

To say the community stepped up would be an understatement.

Photo Credit: NowMedia

Photo Credit: NowMedia

In a matter of months, school children, local businesses, sports teams, local celebrities and a number of other heroes made the dream a reality by raising $8 million.

“JoeAnna’s House has been built by the hearts and hands of this community,” says a statement from the KGH Foundation.

Photo Credit: NowMedia

Photo Credit: NowMedia

Local trades enthusiastically support the project and completed the build in record time, nearly two months ahead of schedule, and today JoeAnna’s House opens to the public for the first time.

The giant home beside KGH is ready to host families from outside Kelowna who have been forced to come to town as their loved ones undergo lifesaving treatment.

There’s a grand opening event at JoeAnna’s House this evening where thanks will be given, tours will be offered and the building will be lit up for the holidays.

Photo Credit: NowMedia

Photo Credit: NowMedia

It takes place from 4 pm until 6 pm, but if you’re unable to make it, we have a treat for you.

KelownaNow had a chance to tour JoeAnna’s House earlier this week and have put together a quick video tour for our readers.

So without further adieu, here it is, the home that the Kelowna community built.

A first look at JoeAnna's house from NowMedia on Vimeo.