NuSarnia Foundation

NuSarnia Foundation

📍 225 Mitton St N, Sarnia, ON N7T 6H5, Canada

The NuSarnia Foundation, based in Sarnia, Ontario, is dedicated to enhancing community engagement and promoting walkable neighborhoods through innovative projects aimed at revitalizing urban spaces and improving transportation options.

🕰️ Organization Hours:

Monday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm

Last updated on Feb 28th, 2025

Recent Activity

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Mural Submissions for Canatara Park

The NuSarnia Foundation is accepting mural submissions for a creative project at Canatara Park, inviting artists to reflect the beauty and spirit of the area.

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Mural Design Submissions for Canatara Park

The NuSarnia Foundation is accepting mural design submissions for the Canatara Park Lifeguard Station until April 30, 2025, with a $500 honorarium for the selected design.

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NuSarnia Foundation Mural Project Call for Submissions

The NuSarnia Foundation is calling for creative submissions for a mural project at the Canatara Park Lifeguard Station, inviting artists to design a mural reflecting themes of summer and beach beauty, with submissions due by April 30, 2025.

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Earth Day Clean-Up Event

Join the NuSarnia Foundation on April 26, 2025, for the Earth Day Clean-Up Event at Midtown Trail in Sarnia, where community members can help maintain local greenspaces.

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Earth Day Clean-Up Event

Join the NuSarnia Foundation for the Earth Day Clean-Up Event on April 26, 2025, at Midtown Trail in Sarnia, where community members can come together to enhance the environment and promote stewardship.

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Earth Day Trail Clean-Up

Join the Earth Day Trail Clean-Up on April 22, 2025, at Midtown Trail in Sarnia, Ontario, where community members will work together to remove litter and rebuild benches, promoting environmental stewardship.

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Community Tree Planting Initiative

The NuSarnia Foundation is leading a Community Tree Planting Initiative to plant 1,000 native trees at Lambton College and the Midtown Trailhead, promoting environmental sustainability and community engagement.

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Proposed Mural Initiative at Canatara Park

The NuSarnia Foundation is proposing a mural at Canatara Park Lifeguard Station in Sarnia, Ontario, aimed at enhancing community pride and deterring vandalism through public art.

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Advocacy for Public Art in Sarnia

The NuSarnia Foundation advocates for public art in Sarnia, emphasizing its role in enhancing community spaces, fostering civic pride, and driving economic growth.

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Pilot Projects Strategy by NuSarnia Foundation

The NuSarnia Foundation's Pilot Projects Strategy focuses on testing innovative ideas within the community through low-risk initiatives that foster engagement and gather valuable feedback.

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NuSarnia Foundation's Mission on Public Spaces

The NuSarnia Foundation is committed to enhancing public spaces in Sarnia, focusing on women's safety and community-led initiatives to create inclusive urban environments.

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Valentine’s Day Community Revitalization Project

The NuSarnia Foundation is hosting the Valentine’s Day Community Revitalization Project on February 14, 2025, to revitalize vacant properties in Downtown Sarnia, encouraging community involvement and attracting potential investors.

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heart bombing

The heart bombing event organized by the NuSarnia Foundation on February 12, 2025, invites volunteers to decorate vacant buildings in Downtown Sarnia with paper hearts, aiming to inspire revitalization and community engagement.

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Heart Bombing Campaign by NuSarnia Foundation

The NuSarnia Foundation's Heart Bombing campaign aims to revitalize vacant buildings in Downtown Sarnia by engaging the community through creative decorations and discussions about redevelopment.

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Heart Bombing Event

The NuSarnia Foundation is hosting a Heart Bombing Event on February 12, 2025, in Downtown Sarnia, where volunteers will decorate vacant buildings with paper hearts to draw attention to these spaces and inspire revitalization efforts.

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Sarnia City Council Decision on Airport Future

On February 10, 2025, the Sarnia City Council will decide the future of the Sarnia Chris Hadfield Airport, with public input encouraged until February 7, 2025.

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NuSarnia Foundation Community Initiatives

The NuSarnia Foundation is committed to enhancing community involvement and advocating for a transportation-friendly Sarnia, focusing on initiatives that promote cycling and active transportation.

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Community Health and Economic Benefits of Bike Lanes

The NuSarnia Foundation highlights the community health and economic benefits of bike lanes, emphasizing their role in promoting safer streets and stimulating local economies.

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Michigan Avenue Bike Network Expansion

The NuSarnia Foundation is set to expand the Michigan Avenue bike network in Spring 2025, following community feedback and support, aiming to enhance urban mobility in Sarnia.

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Support for Ferry Dock Hill Project

The NuSarnia Foundation is advocating for the Ferry Dock Hill Project in Sarnia, Ontario, aiming to create a vibrant park that enhances community engagement and requires public support for funding.

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Support for Ferry Dock Hill Transformation Project

The NuSarnia Foundation is advocating for the transformation of Ferry Dock Hill into a vibrant park, emphasizing the need for community support to secure funding and enhance local engagement.

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Support for New Park Development

The NuSarnia Foundation is advocating for the development of a new park at Ferry Dock Hill in Sarnia, seeking community support through a petition to secure funding for this transformative project.

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NuSarnia Foundation Bike Lanes Initiative

The NuSarnia Foundation's Bike Lanes Initiative has successfully increased ridership from 500 to over 900 families, promoting safe cycling routes to Canatara Park and enhancing community engagement.

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Reopening of Downtown Transit Terminal

The Downtown Transit Terminal in Sarnia will reopen on January 9, 2025, featuring significant upgrades to enhance public transit accessibility and comfort.

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Community Engagement Initiatives by NuSarnia Foundation

The NuSarnia Foundation encourages community engagement initiatives for the new year, inviting residents to participate in activities that enhance their neighborhoods and foster a connected community.

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NuSarnia Foundation Community Initiatives

The NuSarnia Foundation is committed to enhancing community involvement and collaboration in Sarnia, Ontario, encouraging individuals to engage in various initiatives that promote health and well-being.

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Gingerbread Nutcracker Display

Experience the whimsical Gingerbread Nutcracker, a holiday-themed art piece by local artist Michael Hill, on display at Coldwell Banker Southwest Realty until December 27. Participate in online bidding to support the Women’s Interval Home of Sarnia-Lambton, with voting for favorite nutcrackers encouraged.

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Nutcracker Display

The NuSarnia Foundation invites you to the Nutcracker Display in Downtown Sarnia, featuring unique nutcracker designs available for viewing until December 27, 2024, with online bidding benefiting the Women’s Interval Home.

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Festive Event featuring Commander Cotton Candy

Join the NuSarnia Foundation for a festive event featuring Commander Cotton Candy, with voting for nutcracker displays and online bidding to support local charities, running until December 27, 2024.

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Papa Parol Nutcracker Display

The NuSarnia Foundation invites you to the Papa Parol Nutcracker Display at the Judith & Normal Alix Art Gallery until December 27, 2024, featuring a vibrant nutcracker inspired by Filipino traditions and encouraging community voting.

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Nutcracker Display by NuSarnia Foundation

The NuSarnia Foundation is hosting a festive nutcracker display in Downtown Sarnia, featuring stunning nutcrackers and encouraging community voting until December 27, 2024.

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Advocacy for Affordable Housing in Sarnia

The NuSarnia Foundation is advocating for affordable housing solutions in Sarnia, emphasizing the need for Missing Middle Housing to address the city's housing crisis, which ranks 95th out of 100 in housing starts.

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NuSarnia Foundation Advocacy for Missing Middle Housing

The NuSarnia Foundation advocates for Missing Middle Housing in Sarnia to address the housing crisis, emphasizing the need for diverse and affordable options while engaging the community in zoning updates.

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Public Meeting on Comprehensive Zoning By-Law

The NuSarnia Foundation is hosting a public meeting on December 16, 2024, at Sarnia City Hall to discuss the proposed Comprehensive Zoning By-Law, inviting community input on local development.

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Public Meeting on Comprehensive Zoning By-Law

The Sarnia City Council is hosting a public meeting on December 16, 2024, to discuss the proposed Comprehensive Zoning By-Law, inviting community input to shape local development.

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Community Engagement Initiatives by NuSarnia Foundation

The NuSarnia Foundation is actively working on transforming urban spaces in Sarnia by proposing initiatives such as public plazas and community gardens, particularly focusing on repurposing empty parking lots during busy shopping days like Black Friday to enhance community engagement and quality of life.

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Black Friday Parking Campaign

Join the NuSarnia Foundation on November 29th for the Black Friday Parking Campaign, where you can help raise awareness about excessive parking space requirements by documenting underused parking spaces in your community. Share your findings using the hashtags #nuSarnia and #BlackFridayParking.

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Festive Nutcracker Project

The Festive Nutcracker Project, organized by the NuSarnia Foundation, aims to support local artists and benefit the Sarnia-Lambton Women’s Interval Home through a series of festive nutcracker displays and community engagement activities.

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Festive Nutcracker Project

The NuSarnia Foundation's Festive Nutcracker Project in Downtown Sarnia features beautifully crafted nutcracker displays and a community kick-off event on November 16, 2024, celebrating local artistry and holiday cheer.

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Festive Nutcracker Project

The NuSarnia Foundation's Festive Nutcracker Project invites the community to enjoy festive nutcracker displays along Christina Street from November 16 to December 27, 2024, starting with a kick-off event featuring treats and live music.

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Festive Nutcracker Project

The Festive Nutcracker Project, organized by the NuSarnia Foundation, features festive nutcracker displays in Downtown Sarnia from November 16 to December 27, 2024, with a kick-off event on November 16.

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The Festive Nutcracker Project

The Festive Nutcracker Project in Downtown Sarnia invites the community to enjoy beautifully crafted nutcracker displays and participate in festive activities from November 16 to December 27, 2024.

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Festive Nutcracker Kick-off

Celebrate the start of the festive season with the NuSarnia Foundation's Festive Nutcracker kick-off event, featuring sweet treats, music, and a meet-and-greet with performers. Enjoy beautifully transformed nutcrackers displayed throughout Downtown Sarnia until December 27th, where you can vote for your favorite!

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Festive Nutcracker Project Kick-off

Join the NuSarnia Foundation on November 16th for a festive celebration featuring the unveiling of six stunning 5-foot-tall nutcrackers, along with treats, music, and a special meet-and-greet with performers from the Great Lakes Dance Academy's Nutcracker production.

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Colborne Road Pop-Up Protected Bike Lane Project

In the summer of 2022, Sarnia residents launched a project to improve bike lane safety on Colborne Road, resulting in reduced traffic speeds and increased cyclist safety through a temporary pop-up protected bike lane.

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Halloween Pedestrian Safety Awareness

The NuSarnia Foundation emphasizes the importance of pedestrian safety for children, particularly on Halloween, when kids are at a higher risk of being hit by cars. They advocate for initiatives like 'School Streets' and 'Play Streets' to enhance safety during this critical time.

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Kids Bike Rally

The Kids Bike Rally, hosted by the NuSarnia Foundation on June 15, 2024, is a fun-filled event for children aged 12 and under, featuring guided rides, safety tips, and exciting activities.

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2nd Annual Kids Bike Rally

The NuSarnia Foundation is hosting the 2nd Annual Kids Bike Rally on June 15, 2024, featuring a guided group ride, bike safety tips, and fun activities for young riders aged 12 and under.