Local dairy family ‘stars’ in commercial for industry
Kevin and Melissa Forbes, along with their four children, are now “starring” in a commercial produced for Dairy Farmers of Ontario.
Monthly Archives: April 2019
Public school board issuing mandatory notice of potential staffing changes
The Lambton Kent District School Board has it has notified 111 full-time equivalent teachers of potential staffing changes after news of the provincial government reducing grants to the school board.
Local team supporting MS Society of Canada raises funds with ‘prank it forward’ campaign
A team of enthusiastic riders from the area—Team Cowbell—hosted an inaugural #flushMS fundraising event in Sarnia-Lambton that coincided with April Fools’ Day, raising just over $15,000 for the MS Society of Canada.
Residents urged not to prune or damage oak trees
For the second year in a row, Sarnia residents are being urged not to prune or damage oak trees April through October, to prevent the spread of the oak wilt disease.
Scholarships now available by application to St. Clair Region Conservation Authority
The St. Clair Region Conservation Authority (SCRCA) is currently accepting applications for their 2019 scholarships.
Tourism Sarnia-Lambton offering ‘Grow Your Tourism Experiences’ workshop
Tourism Sarnia-Lambton is partnering with Ontario South West, the regional tourism office, in providing a workshop event designed to help deliver customized experiences to our visitors.
Government seeking Chamber members input on red tape initiative
With a recent Ontario government announcement that new legislation intended to cut unwanted reguilations, also known as “red tape,” the Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce is open to hearing from members with specific stories about how they are impacted by needless bureaucracy.
NOVA launches app to help connect expansion workforce
NOVA Chemicals reached out to the Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce to help launch FinditLambton, a combined website and smartphone app that will help the 800-1000 construction workforce involved in its $2.2
Library bringing books to Twin Lakes Village residents
Twin Lakes Village and the Sarnia Library launched a partnership in March to help the seniors-living community’s residents access books.
Head of Pathways Health Centre for Children announces retirement
Jenny Greensmith, the long-serving executive director of Pathways Health Centre for Children, has announced her retirement from the organization later this year.