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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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Operation Full Plate
Operation Full Plate is a one-day, provincewide food drive organized by the Ontario Provincial Police on Saturday, October 3, 2026 to collect nonperishable items for local food banks across Ontario. Visit the campaign page to find the nearest drop off location and join volunteers and OPP Auxiliary members in supporting families in need.
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Hands of Hope donation request
Can’t make it to the Bloom Hands of Hope event on Saturday, October 3, 2026 You can still help Brightside Sarnia by dropping donated items in the donation bucket at the Women’s Kiosk in the Temple lobby. Needed items include socks, gloves, hygiene products, and small personal care supplies to support people in the community.
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Vote for "Tensions in the North" — Nature Photo Contest
Oh Me Nerves Photography is asking the community to vote daily for the Nature Canada entry "Tensions in the North," a polar bear and raven image that highlights Arctic resilience. Cast your free vote online and share the post to amplify conservation awareness before voting closes on Oct 4, 2026.
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Holiday food bank donation drop-off
MNP LLP is collecting non perishable food items and monetary donations for the Salvation Army Food Bank at Loblaws, 12 Hurontario St., Collingwood on Monday, October 5, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Stop by during the drop off window to share pantry staples or a cash gift and support neighbors in need this holiday season.
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Meet the Candidates — Warwick Township
Warwick Township is hosting two public Meet the Candidates nights so residents can question and hear from the six councillor candidates. Attend on October 7 at Watford Legion Branch 172 or on October 14 at the Warwick Community Centre, both sessions run from 7 to 9 PM.
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Case for a Cause donation request
Garbo's Fashions asks attendees of the Tang's China House fashion show on October 7, 2026 to "bring a case for a cause." The short social post thanks The Eye Guy for sharing the request, encouraging guests to drop off a case at the event to support the local donation drive.
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Seniors Dinner cancellation notice
The North Lambton Community Health Centre has cancelled the Seniors Dinner scheduled for October 7, 2026 because of a staff appreciation event. The center thanks guests for their understanding and says the program will resume in November, so check with the Health Centre for specific November dates.
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Watford Foodbank Thanksgiving Food Drive
The Watford Foodbank hosts its annual Thanksgiving Food Drive on Saturday, October 10, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, organized by the Township of Warwick. Bring nonperishable items during the morning drop off to help stock the foodbank for local families ahead of the holiday.
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Naming suggestions for new elementary schools
Ecole Secondaire Franco-Jeunesse is asking francophone families and communities to submit meaningful name suggestions for three new elementary schools opening in September 2027 in Ajax, Chatham, and Hamilton Ouest. Submit your ideas by October 11, 2026 using the town specific links provided for Ajax, Chatham, and Hamilton Ouest.
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89th Anniversary Offering
Temple Baptist Church is observing its 89th anniversary with a special Anniversary Offering during worship on Sunday, October 11, 2026. The church shared a video from Pastor Terry explaining this year’s offering and inviting generous support for ongoing ministry.
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Community Skilled Trades Expo Volunteer Call
The Sarnia Lambton Workforce Development Board is seeking volunteers for the Community Skilled Trades Expo at Lambton College in Sarnia on October 14, 2026. Volunteers can commit to the full event or just a couple of hours, and should email shivani.sharma@slwdb.org to get involved.
