Huron Women’s Shelter rebranded as Artemis Huron as organization celebrates 40 years of service

As it celebrates its 40th anniversary of serving women and children in Huron County, the Huron Women’s Shelter, Second Stage Housing and Counselling Services has officially rebranded as Artemis Huron.

The rebranding to Artemis Huron is inspired by the Greek goddess of protection, transition, the moon, and the wild, all symbols of fierce devotion, deep healing, and the power of choice.

According to Corey Allison, Executive Director of Artemis Huron, these qualities reflect the spirit of the organization and the women and children it supports.

“This rebrand isn’t a departure, it’s a homecoming,” said Allison.

“We are deeply proud of our history, and we remain rooted in the same mission and values that have guided us for four decades. But our work has grown, across services, across systems, and across lives. We needed a name that could reflect the full strength of who we are in 2025 and beyond.”

In addition to the rebranding announced last week, the organization received two grants totaling $699,700 from the provincial government’s Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) over the past year.

“I am pleased to see the OTF invest significantly in Artemis Huron’s important work to ensure our communities are safe and strong,” said Lisa Thompson, MPP for Huron-Bruce.

These grants will assist in strengthening programs that support survivors of violence and will also build the organization’s ability to help individuals. This starts with offering a safe place where the victims of violence can establish an important network to assist them moving forward.

“By enhancing healing supports and exploring new housing models, Artemis Huron is making a difference for women and children so they can look to the future with confidence,” added MPP Thompson.

Artemis Huron received the first two grants last fall. The first one was a one-year, $100,000 Seed grant to help expand its sexual violence program to continue supporting sexual violence survivors in rural communities.

This grant is also helping Artemis Huron support leadership development and build on its capacity.

Additionally, this past winter, Artemis Huron received a three-year $599,700 Grow grant. Funds from this grant will enhance the shelter’s second stage healing program and to also evaluate its innovative housing model.

Allison explains that both these grants are instrumental in strengthening the organization’s trauma-informed, survivor-centred services.

“Our name may have changed, but our commitment hasn’t,” added Allison.

Artemis Huron continues to provide emergency shelter, second stage programming, counselling, advocacy, education, and outreach across Huron County.

“We are also navigators, listeners, and builders of a world beyond violence,” Allison remarked.

“To everyone who has supported us along the way – thank you. You’ve helped make this moment possible. You’ve helped shape Artemis Huron.”

For more information on Artemis Huron visit: https://artemishuron.ca

For more information on the OTF, visit: otf.ca