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The February edition of This Month in Lambton includes the following news, service updates, programs and events:
- Become a Heritage Hunter with Lambton County Archives!
- Draft budget presented to Lambton County Council
- HHW collection events
- Upcoming LWC events
- Using 211 Ontario in an emergency
- Feature Exhibit: Return of the Swans at Lambton Heritage Museum
- Have a memorable March Break with Lambton County Museums
- Volunteer with the Oil Museum of Canada
- Level up your job interview skills at the Oil Museum of Canada
- Lambton County Archives offers workshop on researching Township Papers
- One Seed Lambton: This year’s selected seed will be announced March 10
- March is Fraud Prevention Month
- Rhythms of Lambton
- Upcoming events at the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery
Become a Heritage Hunter with Lambton County Archives!
Embark on a journey through time with Heritage Hunters, a brand-new video series from the Lambton County Archives! We’re looking for enthusiastic participants to uncover their family history with guidance from our expert archival staff. Each episode will follow a unique research journey, connecting past and present through personal stories and historical records.
If you have roots in Lambton County and are eager to explore your genealogy, apply between February 17 and March 28 for a chance to be part of this exciting project. Filming takes place May through July, with the series premiering in December 2025.
Learn more and apply online at lambtonmuseums.ca/heritagehunters.
Draft budget presented to Lambton County Council
Lambton County Council will be considering a net increase of 4.8% to the County property tax levy when it meets to discuss the County's 2025 budget at the Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 5, 2025.
The 2025 Draft County Budget was presented during the Committee of the Whole meeting in Wyoming on Wednesday, February 19.
The 2025 Draft County Budget is now available online at lambtononline.ca/budget.
HHW collection events
Do you know how to dispose of items like nail polish, nail polish remover, household cleaners, or batteries? Although these may not be items we usually consider dangerous, they are considered household hazardous waste items.
You can bring your household derived hazardous waste to one of the upcoming Household Hazardous Waste Day events and it will be disposed of by experts, at no cost to you!
Household Hazardous Waste Day events will be held at Clean Harbours Canada, 4090 Telfer Road, St. Clair Township from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on the following dates for the 2025 season:
- Saturday, March 29
- Saturday, April 26
- Saturday, May 31
- Saturday, June 21
- Saturday, September 20
- Saturday, October 25
Corrosive, toxic, reactive and flammable materials will be collected. These items should never be placed in a regular landfill because they have the potential to injure sanitation workers and damage our environment.
Other accepted items include pharmaceuticals (expired prescription medications), pesticides and herbicides, fertilizers, aerosols, pool chemicals, used oil, oil filters, propane cylinders, fluorescent lights (tubes and compact), fire extinguishers, paint thinner, and oil based and latex paints and stains.
Items not accepted include: PCBs, commercial, industrial, agricultural, or radioactive wastes, electronics, and explosives (flares and ammunition).
The County’s Hazardous Waste Collection Events are for household derived hazardous materials only. Commercially generated hazardous waste, including industrial and agricultural, will not be accepted.
For more information visit lambtononline.ca/hhw or call 519-845-0801.
Upcoming LWC events
The Lambton Works Centre (LWC) is here to connect you with employers and local community service providers to help you reach your goals and support your well-being. Whether you're a job seeker or an employer, we have the resources and support to help you thrive in the local job market.
Learn more about LWC at lambtononline.ca/LWC, and check out some of our upcoming drop-in events below.
| Career Café |
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March 4 & 18 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Stop in for a coffee, meet the team and learn about how the Lambton Works Centre can help you with your job search. |
| Inn of the Good Shepherd & Service Canada |
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March 5 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Drop by the LWC to learn how the Inn of the Good Shepherd and Service Canada can help you with your Income Tax returns. |
| Contact North |
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March 12 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Discover the range of services provided by Contact North, spanning from foundational literacy and basic skills to E-Learning courses to complete your OSSD. |
| Service Canada |
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March 26 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Come in to see Service Canada at the LWC! They can review completed applications for pension benefits (i.e. CPP), support My Service Canada Account registrations, and answer any questions about the wide range of government services and benefits they provide. |
Using 211 Ontario in an emergency
In large scale emergencies that have the potential to create a large increase in public inquiries, Lambton County may work with 211 Ontario to answer calls from the public.
When activated, calling 2-1-1 or visiting 211Ontario.ca will provide residents with the latest information about the emergency. Details may include information about relief assistance or instructions to help protect public health and safety.
Remember, when a disaster strikes, calling 9-1-1 should only be used to report emergencies or request assistance from police, fire, or emergency medical services (ambulance), not to obtain information.
Day-to-day, 211 Ontario provides public information about community and social services. Service is available 24 hours a day, every day of the year in 175 languages.
For more information about the use of 211 Ontario during emergencies, visit EmergenciesLambton.ca.
Feature Exhibit: Return of the Swans at Lambton Heritage Museum
Experience the wonder of the Tundra Swan migration with Lambton Heritage Museum’s feature exhibit Return of the Swans!
Learn about the natural environment that supports these remarkable birds, discover the incredible journey they make each year, test your knowledge with a trivia quiz, and make an origami swan to take home. This exhibit is available until April 5, 2025 and is included with regular Museum admission.
Learn more on the Lambton Heritage Museum website.
Have a memorable March Break with Lambton County Museums
Looking for a fun family adventure this March Break? Why not visit Lambton Heritage Museum and the Oil Museum of Canada! With hands-on activities and interactive exhibits, these museums bring history to life.
At Lambton Heritage Museum in Grand Bend, explore fascinating artifacts and unforgettable stories from our local history. At the Oil Museum of Canada in Oil Springs, discover the incredible story of Canada’s first oil industry and its global impact. Open Wednesday to Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with extended hours on Thursday until 8:30 p.m.
Plan your visit today at lambtonmuseums.ca!
Volunteer with the Oil Museum of Canada
Looking for a fun way to get involved and gain volunteer experience? The Oil Museum of Canada is seeking volunteers to help with our spring and summer programs!
This is a great opportunity for high school students to earn community involvement hours while supporting exciting events like our PA Day programs on April 4 and June 6, Black Gold Fest on July 19, and our Wheels & Wells Car Show on August 23.
Learn more and fill out an application on the volunteer webpage at oilmuseum.ca.
Level up your job interview skills at the Oil Museum of Canada
Are you currently looking for a summer job, or your next employment opportunity? Level up your job interview skills to improve your chances at landing that dream job at our employment skill session Ace the Interview.
Join us at the Oil Museum on Thursday, March 20 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. for a casual and informative session, aimed at young job seekers and those re-entering the workforce. Learn expert tips and tricks to stand out in interviews and discover valuable job search resources from the Lambton Works Centre. Enjoy light refreshments and enter for a chance to win our door prize.
This event is free to attend, but space is limited, and registration is required. Learn more on the Oil Museum website.
Lambton County Archives offers workshop on researching Township Papers
Discover Ontario’s Township Papers, the earliest land records in Ontario, during Lambton County Archives’ virtual workshop Researching Your Property: Township Papers on Thursday, March 13 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
These handwritten documents, available through the website FamilySearch, may hold location certificates, settlement duty records, letters, deeds, and more. While these records haven’t been indexed or transcribed, they can be a treasure trove of information for anyone researching land history.
Register on the Lambton County Archives website.
One Seed Lambton: This year’s selected seed will be announced March 10
One Seed Lambton provides resources and free vegetable seeds to help anyone learn food-growing skills, from beginners to advanced. Free seed packs of this year’s selected vegetable will be available at all Lambton County library locations starting Monday, March 10, while supplies last.
Learn more at LCLibrary.ca/OneSeedLambton.
March is Fraud Prevention Month
Join a “Learning for Life – Fight Fraud” program and learn strategies from the Ontario Provincial Police and Sarnia Police Service to safeguard your personal information, avoid becoming a target, and take action if you suspect fraud.
Register online through the Lambton County Library events calendar.
Rhythms of Lambton
Celebrate local music with free concerts at Sarnia Library Theatre. The Georgian Singers, a Sarnia men’s harmony choir, will perform on Wednesday, March 5 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. The Forest Excelsior Band, one of Canada’s longest-running civilian bands, will perform on Wednesday, March 19 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Save your seat at LCLibrary.ca/Rhythms.
Upcoming events at the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery
| Family Saturday Drop-In |
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Make art with JNAAG every Saturday from 1-3 p.m. - it's free! This March, paint the Northern Lights with your fingertips! Soft pastels will dance on black paper, revealing the Aurora's ghostly magic. Bring your family and our friendly artists will show you how. |
| Drawing for Beginners |
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Friday, March 14, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Do you tell yourself "I can't even draw a stick figure"? Come to Corunna Library and learn simple drawing tricks that really work! In this free, fun workshop, you'll try easy drawing exercises that will help you feel more confident about your art. You might be surprised by what you can create! Perfect for tweens who want to start drawing. Sign up at jnaag.ca - spaces are limited! |
| Linocut Printmaking with Emily Wright |
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Thursday, March 27, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Want to learn how artists make multiple copies of their artwork? Join artist Emily Wright to learn printmaking! You'll carve your own design into a special block, then use it to make several prints. The fun part? You can use different colors to make each print unique. No experience needed - just bring your creativity! Cost: $50 (+tax). All materials included. Register at jnaag.ca.
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Looking Ahead
9 a.m., March 5, 2025 - Budget Meeting
9 a.m., March 19, 2025 - Budget Meeting ** if required
Agendas and minutes for Committee and Council meetings are available on the online Meeting Calendar.
Open Sessions of Lambton County Council and Committee meetings are streamed live and are available for archival viewing by clicking on the links below.
Council & Committee Agendas, Minutes & Livestreams Upcoming Meeting Livestreams
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