Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc.
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. is a Sarnia-Lambton based charity that partners with community organizations in Haiti and the Dominican Republic to deliver community-led development programs in education, healthcare, nutrition, lifeskills, adult literacy, and microcredit. The organization supports local leadership and sustainable projects while engaging Canadians through events, webinars, volunteer trips, film screenings, and fundraising initiatives.
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Last updated on Feb 8th, 2026
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Culture & Cuisine Sunday Brunch
Rayjon Share Care is hosting Culture & Cuisine as a Sunday brunch on 2026-04-26 at the Sarnia-Lambton Francophone Community Centre, featuring Dominican breakfast favourites like Tres Golpes. Tickets are $45 online and $50 at the door, with two seating options at 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM and 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM; visit https://Rayjon.org/culture-cuisine to reserve your spot.
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Lifeskills program progress update
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. reports that Lifeskills participants at the CNEWC in Cap-Haïtien are gaining income generating skills and confidence. The update spotlights Deristine, who learned to sew an underskirt and is preparing to sew her own school uniform as part of the program.
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Parade: Queer Acts of Love and Resistance
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia presents a community screening of Parade: Queer Acts of Love and Resistance at the Sarnia Library Theatre on 2026-03-11 at 6:30 PM, in partnership with Sarnia Bluewater pflag and NuSarnia Foundation. The National Film Board of Canada provided the film, and the screening will be followed by a facilitated discussion to encourage reflection and conversation.
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International Womens Day message
On 2026-03-08 Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. shared an International Womens Day message honoring women in Rayjon supported programs who are gaining skills, pursuing literacy, and sustaining small businesses. The note spotlights courage and resilience and invites the community to join the conversation using hashtags like #rayjonsc and #IWD2026.
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Parade: Queer Acts of Love and Resistance screening
Docs at Dusk and Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia present a community screening of Parade: Queer Acts of Love and Resistance at the Sarnia Library Theatre on Wednesday, March 11 at 6:30 PM. The National Film Board of Canada provides the film and a facilitated discussion will follow to encourage reflection and conversation.
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International Women's Day webinar featuring women leaders
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. is hosting a webinar for International Women's Day featuring women leaders from community projects in Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Expect first person stories from entrepreneurs, caregivers, and organizers focused on challenges, creative solutions, and hopes for the future; check the organizer for registration details and the exact event time.
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Alpha program update
On March 3, Rayjon Share Care reports Alpha program learners in Lalwè, St. Marc, Haiti are using books developed by program director Mr. Luckner that cover environmental protection, health and nutrition, and math. The update highlights locally relevant materials designed for adult learners who missed childhood schooling, and celebrates empowerment through education.
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40th Anniversary Partnership Update
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia marks its 40th anniversary with a video tribute and a heartfelt message from Puente Desarrollo Internacional, highlighting their long term partnership and impact in communities in the Dominican Republic. The post thanks collaborators for years of shared growth and uses hashtags that connect the milestone to sustainable development and solidarity.
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From the Field - International Women’s Day: Women Leading Change
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia presents From the Field on March 4 at 12:00 PM EST, a live Zoom webinar showcasing women leaders and participants from Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Tune in to hear firsthand stories about leadership, resilience, and community change as part of an early International Women's Day celebration.
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Life skills cross stitch and embroidery program update
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. reports that life skills participants at the CNEWC in Cap Haitien are learning cross stitch and embroidery, practicing first on plastic canvas before moving to fabric. Program director Marie Rose is working with participants like Jules C., whose progress is noted as bringing confidence, creativity, and joy.
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In memoriam: Ben McKillican
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia announces the passing of longtime leader Ben McKillican, who began volunteering with Rayjon in 1993 and served communities in the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Canada. His decades of quiet leadership inspired hundreds of volunteers and strengthened lasting partnerships; read the full in memoriam on Rayjon's website for reflections and tribute.
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Docs at Dusk — Parade screening
Docs at Dusk is screening Parade: Queer Acts of Love & Resistance at the Sarnia Library Theatre on Wednesday, March 11, with doors at 6:00 PM and the film starting at 6:30 PM. Presented by Sarnia Bluewater pflag with films from the National Film Board of Canada, the evening includes a post screening discussion with frontline speakers to deepen the conversation.
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Local 2 Global Committee meeting
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. invites changemakers to the Local 2 Global Committee meeting tonight, February 19, at 6:30 PM at Coffee Culture on Lochiel. The brief social post "Join us tonight at 6:30 PM at Coffee Culture on Lochiel" offers no signup link, so attendees can likely just show up to learn about volunteer opportunities focused on community to global justice.
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Saint-Marc Microcredit Program - 100% Repayment Update
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. reports that the Saint-Marc Microcredit Program for women street vendors achieved 100 percent repayment on the latest cycle. The initiative combines a village bank fund with donor support from Canada and practical training to help entrepreneurs manage market fluctuations and inflation.
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Haiti at the Winter Olympics
Two Haitian athletes are competing at the Winter Olympics 2026, wearing uniforms by Stella Jean that foreground Haitian history and resilience. The designer originally included an image of Toussaint Louverture which the Olympic Committee did not permit, and she reworked the look while keeping symbolic details like the tignon headwrap, Creole earrings, and market inspired pockets.
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Support for inclusive education in the Dominican Republic
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia reports on efforts to support inclusive education at PLADESCULBA preschool for undocumented children in the Dominican Republic, noting a recent Stateless documentary screening on 2026-02-11 that highlighted barriers to schooling. The update emphasizes direct support for learning and assistance with documentation so families can access education and dignity.
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Upcoming events calendar announcement
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. invites you to check their Upcoming Events calendar on their website to stay updated on community gatherings, webinars, and special events (published 2026-02-10).
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Upcoming events calendar promotion
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. is promoting its Upcoming Events calendar on its website as the best way to stay up to date on community gatherings, webinars, and special events; the social post encourages you to check the calendar and stay connected.
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International Development Week Participation
Join Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. in celebrating International Development Week, focusing on global partnerships and awareness of important issues with the theme 'Prosperity through Partnership.'
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40 Years of Partnership Celebration
Join Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. in celebrating 40 years of impactful partnerships on February 2, 2026, in Cap-Haïtien, highlighting solidarity, learning, and friendship.
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Screening of 'Stateless'
Join Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. for a screening of 'Stateless' on February 11, 2026, at 6:30 PM at Sarnia Library Theatre, presented in partnership with local organizations.
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Empowering Women in Haiti
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. emphasizes the importance of empowering women in Haiti, who play a crucial role in rural development and food security.
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Docs at Dusk: Stateless Screening
Join us for the Docs at Dusk screening of Stateless on February 11th, 2026, at the Sarnia Library Theatre, followed by a discussion on the critical issues of statelessness.
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Local 2 Global Committee Meeting
Join the Local 2 Global Committee Meeting today at 7:00 PM at Grace United Church, where changemakers gather to discuss and create meaningful change.
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Sewing Program Empowering Participants
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. offers a Sewing Program that empowers adults, particularly Dominicans of Haitian descent, by teaching them valuable sewing skills that provide a sense of purpose and income opportunities.
