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Back-to-School Kits
Manley's Basics and The Inn of the Good Shepherd are offering Back to School Kits for students in Grades 1 to 12, with kits starting at $15. Buy online at https://shop.manleys.com/ or visit Manley's Basics at 152 Kendall St., Point Edward; call (519) 336-4940 ext 232 with questions. Your purchase provides essential school supplies to local students in need.
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Donate your loyalty points to support Women's Interval Home
Great Lakes Refill Company is inviting shoppers to donate loyalty points to the Women's Interval Home of Sarnia Lambton for Non profit Day. Ask in store the next time you shop to turn points into direct support for local women and children.
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Digital Skills Program launch and progress update
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. reports early success from the Digital Skills Program at PLADESCULBa in Barrio 41, Consuelo, where more than ten students enrolled and a core group of five attend Tuesdays and Thursdays to learn typing, word processing, email, and internet navigation. The update notes immediate impact, with students applying skills locally and one participant already receiving a job offer as advanced modules in spreadsheets and design are planned.
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Booze Wagon & The Hive Tattoo Gift Certificate Raffle
Buy cash only raffle tickets at the Sarnia & District Humane Society to support the 10th Annual Country View Classic Car and Truck Show on August 23, 2026. Tickets are $10 for the Booze Wagon, and a $300 Hive Tattoo gift certificate is available with tickets $10 each or 3 for $25; purchasers must be 19 or older.
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Summer 50/50 Lottery
Habitat for Humanity Sarnia-Lambton is holding a Summer 50/50 Lottery with a draw on August 31, 2026; half the jackpot will go to one winner while ticket sales support local home building programs. Buy tickets now to support the cause and enter to win, and share the campaign using #HabitatSarnia and #Summer5050.
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Golf tournament raffle announcement
Habitat for Humanity Sarnia-Lambton asks golf tournament participants to keep their 50/50 tickets, the winner will be drawn at the end of August. Hold on to your ticket and watch for the organization to post the official raffle result.
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Train Your Brain fundraising & fall program registration
Literacy Lambton is running the Train Your Brain fundraiser supported by the Kiwanis Club of Sarnia-Lambton Golden K, raising funds through volunteering at Sarnia Jackpot Time bingo to support reading and math programs for Grade 3 and Grade 4 students. Fall program registration opens on 2026-09-01 at 9:00 AM, with details available under the programs tab at literacylambton.org.
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Annual General Meeting and Annual Report Announcement
The Women's Interval Home of Sarnia-Lambton will hold its Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM. The organization's Annual Report for 2025 to 2026 will be posted on womensintervalhome.com at that time, outlining statistics, highlights, and milestones from the year.
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Tee Box Pet Photo — 2026 Humane Society Open
The Sarnia and District Humane Society is taking final orders for Tee Box Pet Photo signs, $30 each, which will be displayed at Huron Oaks Golf Course on September 18, 2026. Signs include your pet photo and name, can be picked up at the shelter the Monday after the tournament, and purchases do not require tournament attendance.
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Care for a Day Donation Campaign
St. Joseph's Hospice Sarnia Lambton asks for support to fund a day of compassionate care, noting daily costs exceed $785 while government funding covers 56 percent, leaving a $345 shortfall. A $200 Care for a Day Donation helps bridge that gap; donate by phone at 519-337-0537, in person at 475 Christina St. N., Sarnia, or online at the hospice website.
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Assistance for people affected by wildfires
Service Canada posted guidance for people affected by wildfires on August 17, 2026, directing residents to a Government of Canada hazard notice page for program specific assistance. Visit the linked page to find eligibility criteria, application steps, and contact information for support.
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Monthly donor canvassing campaign
The Canadian Cancer Society is canvassing neighborhoods in Charlottetown this week to recruit monthly donors for ongoing cancer research, with verified fundraisers wearing official ID and branded gear. Expect friendly staff who can answer questions in person and explain how regular monthly giving supports long term research programs.
