Great Lakes Refill Company
Great Lakes Refill Company is a Sarnia-Lambton zero-waste retail shop and bulk refill bar offering package-free groceries, loose-leaf teas, bulk spices, refillable household and personal care products, and made-in-store snack items. Staff guide customers through weighing and refilling so shoppers buy only what they need, reduce packaging waste, and adopt practical low-waste habits. The shop partners with local vendors, runs periodic promotions on refillable products, and hosts events and open houses to promote sustainable living.
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Last updated on Apr 2nd, 2026
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Kitchen and bath cleaner; 12% cleaning vinegar
For National Clean Your Room Day, Great Lakes Refill Company recommends a kitchen and bath cleaner plus a 12% cleaning vinegar for wiping hard surfaces. Both items are offered in prefilled bottles and as refills, making them convenient and refill friendly options for serious surface cleaning.
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Mother's Day inspiration social post
Great Lakes Refill Company posted Mother's Day inspiration on 2026-05-08, highlighting natural beauty care and sustainable gift ideas with hashtags #naturalbeautycare, #shopsustainable, and #planetfriendlyliving. The brief social post points followers to curated favorites ideal for eco conscious Mother's Day gifting.
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Kiima deodorant & lip balms restock
Great Lakes Refill Company posted a restock alert on May 7 announcing Kiima deodorant is back and new Kiima lip balms are now available at GLRC in Sarnia. The post highlights low waste, refill friendly deodorant and pocket sized lip balms that make easy additions to everyday kits or Mother's Day gifts. Stop by GLRC to pick up your Kiima favorites.
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Wednesday store hours
Great Lakes Refill Company is open on Wednesdays from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM, making it easy to stop in for Mother's Day inspiration and eco friendly refill shopping. Swing by midweek for staff help with gift ideas and quick refills.
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Green Curry Lentil Soup
On May 5 Great Lakes Refill Company announced that Chef Paresh has made a new Green Curry Lentil Soup, promoted as a perfect lunch and available from their freezer now. Stop by to pick up a ready to go lunch crafted by the shop's chef.
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Post encouraging ongoing low-waste living
Great Lakes Refill Company posted on April 29 reminding readers that low waste living continues after Earth Month, encouraging ongoing refilling, reusing, and choosing what works for your home. The short message uses community focused hashtags to invite ongoing participation in refill and reuse practices.
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Made-in-store low-waste snack offerings
Great Lakes Refill Company is highlighting made in-store low waste snack offerings to help families shop local and reduce single use packaging. The post emphasizes bulk based, refill friendly snacks prepared on site as a simple way to build lower waste habits into daily life.
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PURE products — refillable dish soap and reusable bottles
Great Lakes Refill Company is featuring PURE products, refillable dish soap and reusable bottles, with 10 percent off throughout April 2026. The post emphasizes that refilling keeps plastic out of landfills because plastic does not fully biodegrade, making this an easy first step toward lower waste living.
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Notice shampoo and conditioner bars
Great Lakes Refill Company is featuring Notice shampoo and conditioner bars as a simple, intentional way to refresh your hair care routine. Stop by GLRC to try the bars and find your favourite for a small ritual that helps you reset for the week.
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Celery Salt
Great Lakes Refill Company is spotlighting Celery Salt as a springtime favorite, noting it is a must for Caesars and a handy addition to potato salad, egg salad, and roasted vegetables. The company highlights that the seasoning is available in bulk for home cooks who want to keep it on hand for seasonal entertaining.
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Back Home Coffee — locally roasted artisan blend
Great Lakes Refill Company is stocking Back Home Coffee, a locally roasted artisan blend from Sarnia, Ontario, as part of an Earth Month vendor spotlight. The post highlights local sourcing and mindful routines, encouraging customers to choose local and buy only what they need.
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Refill shopping service
Great Lakes Refill Company invites you to try their refill shopping service where staff guide you through weighing your container, filling only what you need, and checking out. The approach is practical and welcoming, designed to reduce packaging and let you buy precise quantities without pressure to be perfect.
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Earth Day community appreciation message
Great Lakes Refill Company posted a warm Earth Day message on 2026-04-22 thanking customers for supporting lower waste living and urging small practical actions year round. The short note connects Earth Day to an ongoing Earth Month mindset and uses hashtags to invite community sharing.
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Spring Open House
Great Lakes Refill Company is hosting a Spring Open House tonight from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at 454 Christina Street North in Sarnia, and no RSVP is needed. Pop in to meet the team, browse refill products, and bring a friend for a relaxed community visit.
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Low-waste living encouragement
Great Lakes Refill Company shares a warm Earth Month reminder that small, personal steps toward low waste living all count, from refilling personal care items to cooking more at home. The post emphasizes progress over perfection and invites people to try one next step that fits their routine while connecting with others via hashtags.
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GLRC Spring Open House
Great Lakes Refill Company is hosting a Spring Open House at 454 Christina Street North in Sarnia on Tuesday, April 21 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Drop in to browse refill products, meet the team, and enjoy a relaxed evening; RSVP via the Google form to let the shop know you are coming.
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Jiak Kimchi Vendor Spotlight
Great Lakes Refill Company spotlights Jiak Kimchi as a local vendor that brings bold fermented flavor and thoughtful food traditions to the community. The post emphasizes that kimchi helps ingredients last longer, reduces waste, and aligns with intentional, low waste living.
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Buy-any-quantity food offerings (low-waste promotion)
Great Lakes Refill Company is promoting buy any quantity food offerings so customers can purchase only what they need, reducing household food waste and saving money. The April 17 post ties the low waste suggestion to Earth Month messaging and encourages flexible refill options with hashtags for sharing.
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Shop restock and refill station update
Great Lakes Refill Company posted a restock update on April 16, 2026, noting refill stations are ready, shelves and jars are topped up, and a few new items have arrived alongside staples. Stop in for a quick walkthrough to restock your low waste essentials and see what new products are available.
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Earth Day 2026: Our Planet, Our Power
Earth Day 2026: Our Planet, Our Power brings free family activities from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM and a speaker panel from 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM to the Sarnia Library Theatre on Saturday, April 18. Hosted by Climate Action Sarnia-Lambton and shared by Great Lakes Refill Company, the event features GLRC on the panel and offers hands on activities and local climate conversation for all ages.
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Earth Month sustainability message about tea and reuse
Great Lakes Refill Company marks Earth Month by urging people to slow down with tea and make sustainable choices like choosing loose leaf tea and reusing what they can. The short social message pairs a warm, ritual focused note with hashtags such as #TeaTuesday and #LowWasteLiving to encourage shared action online.
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Earth Month low-waste living reminder
Great Lakes Refill Company offers a warm Earth Month reminder that low waste living can be simple and practical, with tips like remembering your containers, choosing refills, and making one new swap at a time. The message centers on progress and convenience and invites community connection through hashtags like #EarthMonthEveryMonth and #LowWasteLiving.
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Staff training on coffee and chocolate
Great Lakes Refill Company announced staff training on coffee and chocolate with partner @chocosoltraders on April 13, 2026. This behind the scenes update signals focused product education that may lead to stronger staff recommendations and future in store tastings.
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GLRC Spring Open House
Great Lakes Refill Company invites you to its Spring Open House on Tuesday, April 21 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at 454 Christina Street North in Sarnia. Pop in to meet the team, browse refillable products, and RSVP using the provided form so they know you are coming.
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Cajun Seasoning
Great Lakes Refill Company is promoting Cajun Seasoning as a bold, smoky blend that works on chicken, shrimp, vegetables, and corn, and it is available in bulk for spring BBQ prep. The short social post leans into warmer days ahead and stocking up for grill season with hashtags calling out Spicy Saturday and bulk spices.
