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Smile Cookie fundraiser
BGC Sarnia-Lambton reports 5,176 Smile Cookies sold by the end of Day 4 at Forest Tim Hortons, with three days left to buy or place bulk pre-orders with delivery. The campaign thanks community members, volunteers, and local businesses, and lists pjain@bgcsarnia.com for bulk orders and questions.
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MatchMonday mentorship spotlight
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Sarnia-Lambton posts MatchMonday every First Monday to highlight mentorship stories like Amelia and Serena, who have been matched almost 2 years and enjoy shopping, day tripping, and family dinners. The recurring spotlight celebrates everyday connections and invites people to call 519 336 0460 or apply to volunteer at https://sarnia.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/volunteer/.
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Grow Grant for after-school programming
BGC Sarnia-Lambton announced a Grow Grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation to expand after-school programming in Forest, and welcomed MPP Steve Pinsonneault to mark the investment. The funding aims to create more opportunities for children and youth to build confidence, develop skills, and thrive in the community.
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Special membership rates for firefighters and families
On International Firefighters Day Ironworks Health and Wellness Centre announced special membership rates for firefighters and their families, reiterating over 40 years of support for Sarnia-Lambton crews. The post thanks Sarnia Fire Rescue and Point Edward Fire and Rescue and notes firefighter involvement in the Give The Kids A Lift Fundraiser supporting Pathways Health Centre.
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Mental Health Awareness Bingo Challenge
The Raven Heart launches its annual Mental Health Awareness Bingo Challenge to raise funds for the Canadian Mental Health Association Lambton Kent, with Bingo cards available for a minimum donation of $5 in the storefront. They are also running May and June Karma Classes, including three extra free classes during Mental Health Week, all booked through the MINDBODY app.
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Love Local To Win contest
Habitat for Humanity Sarnia-Lambton has joined the Love Local To Win contest starting 2026-05-04; upload any receipt over $10 at https://www.lovelocal2winon.com to enter. Six weekly $1000 draws will award $500 to the winner and $500 to share with an independent local business, and every entry is entered into the Grand Prize draw.
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Kitten season needs and donation request
The Sarnia & District Humane Society says kitten season is filling the shelter and requests donations to cover food, medical care, and safe housing for young kittens. They suggest a $10 gift and link to a ways to give page to make donating simple, and they ask followers to share the appeal to reach more local supporters.
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Mental Health Awareness Bingo Challenge
The Raven Heart is running a Mental Health Awareness Bingo Challenge during Mental Health Awareness Week, May 4 to May 10, with participants invited to card their bingo cards in studio for a minimum five dollar donation. All proceeds go to the Canadian Mental Health Association Lambton Kent, providing an easy local way to support mental health services.
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Medallion’s May $6K Community Giveaway
McFarlan Rowlands Insurance Brokers is promoting Medallion's May $6K Community Giveaway on International Firefighters Day to support first responders. Visit the campaign page at medallioninsurance.ca/medallion6kgiveaway to see how the giveaway works and how to get involved.
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Refined Fool Charity Takeover
Join Lambton County Developmental Services on Wednesday, May 6 from 4 to 9 PM for the Refined Fool Charity Takeover, where 15% of sales at Refined Fool Brewing Co. and Burger Rebellion will be donated to LCDS. Expect food, drinks, and a 50/50 draw to help raise funds for programs supporting people with developmental disabilities.
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100 Women Who Care meeting
100 Women Who Care in Sarnia Lambton meets on May 6, 2026 for a one hour giving circle where attendees hear brief presentations, cast one vote each, and direct a single collective gift to a local cause. The format is short and social, ideal for people who want to pool resources and make an immediate community impact.
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Mother's Day gift basket raffle
Buy a raffle ticket at Local Motif between April 1 and May 5 for a chance to win a Mother's Day gift basket, with the draw on May 6, 2026. All proceeds go to the Sarnia & District Humane Society, and tickets are sold in person at Local Motif.
