Despite wintry conditions, spirits were high on December 19 as
community members gathered to celebrate the grand opening of the new Habitat
for Humanity ReStore at 55 Kinton Avenue in Huntsville.
A long-standing fixture in the Huntsville community, the ReStore has relocated from
its former King William Street location and is one of five stores operated by Habitat
for Humanity Ontario Gateway North. The new location offers more retail space and
improved access for donation drop-offs, creating a brighter, more accessible
shopping experience. Shoppers can explore a wide selection of home improvement
materials, furniture, appliances, lighting, and décor, along with expanded book and
media offerings and a dedicated clothing section.
Scott Aitchison, Member of Parliament for Parry Sound-Muskoka, cut the ribbon to
officially open the new store, “what’s most important about this ReStore is that it’s
part of an organization focused on housing, housing that’s accessible to people.
Affordable housing has been a significant challenge in Muskoka for more than a
decade. Through my work nationally with Habitat, I see the impact firsthand, and I
love the idea of Habitat Gateway North showing the rest of the country what’s
possible. By working together, we can continue addressing the housing crisis and
lifting people up across Parry Sound–Muskoka.”
“ReStore does such important work in the community,” says Kimberley Woodcock,
Habitat for Humanity Ontario Gateway North CEO. “The new location allows us to
better serve Huntsville and area residents by providing a wide selection of goods,
and as a social enterprise, proceeds from sales support Habitat’s build and
renovation projects. It’s all about fostering strength, stability, and self-reliance
through affordable housing and equity-building programs. We’re especially excited
to be delivering our first six-plex in Gravenhurst, which is a milestone for Habitat,
and for the community.”
The ReStore is fully stocked with corporate and private product donations. The
store is open for shopping Monday to Saturday, 10 AM to 5 PM. Donations are
accepted from 9 AM and during shopping hours, and free pickup is available for
larger items by booking online at habitatgatewaynorth.com/request-a-pickup/ or by
calling the store at 705-788-0305.
