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Economic Development Officer (BRE)
The Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership is hiring a full time contract Economic Development Officer to support Business Retention and Expansion work across Lambton County. Applications are due by September 27, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST, full details and how to apply are on the Sarnia Lambton website.
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Rural Ontario Development (ROD) Program
The Rural Ontario Development Program is accepting applications from August 17 to October 1, 2026, offering cost share funding for projects that strengthen rural economic development. Register for free webinars on August 20 or September 1, 2026, and contact Economic Development Officers at (519) 332 1820 or contact@sarnialambton.on.ca for application advice.
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Business Planning for Entrepreneurial Success
Business Planning for Entrepreneurial Success is a free eight session series starting Tuesday, October 6, 2026 from 6:00 to 7:30 PM at the Western Sarnia-Lambton Research Park. Led by Chelsey Hart of Your Initiative Co., the program guides participants through building a usable business plan; apply by September 21, 2026 via the intake link to request a spot.
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Local Industry Link
Local Industry Link brings students and young professionals together with local employers for a free casual networking session on Wednesday, October 7 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Sports by Refined Fool. Organized by the Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership with Lambton College, this event continues conversations from the Lambton College Mega Job Fair and offers a chance to learn about local career paths.
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Local Industry Link
Local Industry Link invites students and local employers to a casual networking session at Sports by Refined Fool on Wednesday, October 7 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Presented with Lambton College, the free event is designed for students to expand employer connections and for organizations to promote career opportunities in Sarnia Lambton; register at the link provided.
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Sondage 2026 Royal LePage auprès des nouveaux arrivants au Canada
A Royal LePage survey published on 2026-09-24 finds that 9 out of 10 new arrivals to Canada view homeownership as key to feeling settled, and 76 percent of nonowners plan to buy. The short report highlights practical barriers such as saving for a down payment and building Canadian credit, with a link to Royal LePage for more detail.
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Katoen Natie proposal to expand container capacity via Bevrijdingsdok redevelopment
Katoen Natie proposes redeveloping a 220 hectare site around the Bevrijdingsdok to create a container terminal with 9 million TEU annual capacity and 4.4 kilometers of quay, positioning it as an immediate alternative to the costly Tweede Getijdendok. The plan claims at least 8 billion euros in savings, better freight distribution across both Scheldt banks, and use of existing road and rail links to speed deployment compared with the 2030 timetable for the new tidal dock.
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Alternative solution for Antwerp container capacity (Bevrijdingsdok proposal)
Katoen Natie Canada outlines an alternative to the Tweede Getijdendok by redeveloping a 220 hectare concession around the Bevrijdingsdok on the Right Bank, delivering 9 million TEU per year with 4.4 km of quay. The proposal is framed as a fast, lower cost option that could save the government at least 8 billion euros while leveraging existing road and rail connections.
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Succession planning panels at International Plowing Match
MNP LLP presents two succession planning panels at The MNP Lifestyles Tent during the International Plowing Match, with sessions on September 24 and September 25 at 3:30 PM to 4:15 PM. Advisors will discuss family dynamics, preparing future leaders, farm transitions, and tax considerations, and attendees are invited to stop by the tent to meet the team.
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Katoen Natie company history, French operations and strategic metrics
Katoen Natie outlines its French footprint and capabilities, stressing multiclient flexibility, a proprietary WMS, and targeted automation. The company reports 2.1 billion euros in global revenue, 140 million euros in France, and significant site growth at Saint-Martin-de-Crau where more than 700 full time equivalents support operations.
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Katoen Natie expands European network through majority acquisition of Bils-Deroo
Katoen Natie has acquired an 80% stake in BILS DEROO SOLUTIONS SAS, joining forces with the Bils family who retain 20 percent. The move brings nearly 1,500 employees, 21 sites across Hauts-de-France with about 780,000 square meters of managed space, and a fleet of over 220 trucks into Katoen Natie’s European network to boost logistics, transport, and e-commerce capabilities.
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Newcomer home ownership survey insights
The Royal LePage 2026 Canadian Newcomers Survey finds 9 in 10 newcomers view home ownership as central to feeling established in Canada, and 76% of those who do not yet own plan to buy. The blog post highlights key barriers such as saving for a down payment, building Canadian credit history, and navigating the Canadian housing and mortgage system, with a link to the full Royal LePage findings.
