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Donation Match Weekend
Donation Match Weekend runs Friday September 25 to Sunday September 27, 2026, when round up donations at participating Shoppers Drug Mart stores are matched up to $150,000 nationwide by the Shoppers Foundation. The Women's Interval Home of Sarnia-Lambton lists participating stores in Sarnia, Corunna, and Brights Grove so you can visit a nearby location to double your impact for women and children seeking safety.
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FRY DAY Fundraiser
The Centre and Yogi’s Fresh Cut Fries host FRY DAY on Friday, September 25 from 11 AM to 6 PM, with proceeds supporting survivor services and consent education. Stop by for fries, conversations about healthy relationships, and to support local community work during Consent Awareness Week.
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Soup Luncheon for Connect Sarnia
Grace United Church is hosting a Soup Luncheon on September 27 to support CONNECT-SARNIA, a grassroots outreach program helping people facing unstable housing, mental health challenges, and loneliness. Special donation envelopes will be available on the table in the narthex and in the gym, and all are welcome to attend.
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Unsettling the Story
Broadview is offering a free ebook titled Unsettling the Story to support reflection and study ahead of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, 2026. The collection features researched essays and Indigenous reflections, plus discussion questions and prayers suitable for individuals, congregations, and study groups. Download it from Broadview to use in personal or group learning.
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Sarnia Accessibility Awards nomination announcement
Grace United Church is asking the community to help boost nominations for the Sarnia Accessibility Awards, which recognize individuals, businesses, organizations, and community groups improving accessibility. Nominations are open through September 30, 2026, and details plus the submission form are on the City of Sarnia website.
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Volunteer sign-up for Centennial Park fundraising weekend
The Alzheimer Society of Sarnia-Lambton needs volunteers for a fundraising weekend at Centennial Park on October 2 and October 3, 2026. Volunteers will staff a weekend of music, Bavarian inspired food, drinks, and family activities; sign up at the provided SignupGenius link and note that closed toe shoes are required.
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LCDS & Petrolia Lions Fish Fry
LCDS and the Petrolia Lions Club are hosting a fish fry fundraiser on Friday, October 2, 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at 451 Huggard St in Petrolia. Tickets are $25 each, available online or by calling Magda at the LCDS Admin office, with all proceeds supporting Lambton County Developmental Services programs for adults with developmental disabilities.
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Ellaween costume donations
Sarnia Organ Donor Awareness and Sarnia Scare Grams are collecting gently used children costumes for Ellaween, with drop-offs at five Sarnia locations through Wednesday, October 14, 2026. Bring clean, wearable costumes to any listed site so more local kids can enjoy trick or treating without the cost burden; full details are posted in the event Facebook group.
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Giving Shelter™ matched donation drive
From September 25 to September 27, 2026, Beauty Boutique by Shoppers Drug Mart is running the Giving Shelter matched donation drive, with the Shoppers Foundation for Women's Health matching every donation. You can donate online or round up in-store, and 100% of donations go directly to local women's shelters, effectively doubling your support during the three day campaign.
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Shop Like Charlotte 15th Anniversary
Shop Like Charlotte marks its 15th anniversary with a ticketed fundraising evening for C.E.E. Hospital of Bluewater Health on Friday, September 25, 2026 from 5 to 9 PM at the Petrolia Farmers’ Market Pavilion. Tickets are $30 per person and include entry to win two $500 Merchant Gift Certificate Packs and a special anniversary prize. Buy tickets now at the organizer's online store to support local care and enjoy a night of community celebration.
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John Knox Christian School golf tournament sponsorships
John Knox Christian School is seeking a few more business and individual sponsors for its golf tournament on Saturday, September 26, 2026, with a sponsorship deadline called THIS SATURDAY in the post. Sponsors will receive signage and promotional recognition; interested parties should complete the provided Google Form to be contacted by the organizers.
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CfaN weekend training
CfaN holds a weekend training at The Tabernacle Church of God from September 25 to September 27, 2026, featuring an Evangelism Boot camp on September 26 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Sign up for the boot camp using the QR code shared by the church and plan to attend evening and daytime sessions across the weekend.
