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 programs in education, healthcare, lifeskills, adult literacy, and microcredit. The organization supports local leadership and sustainable projects while engaging Sarnia-Lambton residents through events, volunteer opportunities, cultural fundraisers, and awareness initiatives.
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Last updated on Feb 8th, 2026
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From the Field screening: The Engine Inside
The final From the Field screening, The Engine Inside, plays at the Sarnia Library Theatre on April 8 at 6:30 PM, presented with NuSarnia Foundation as part of the Docs at Dusk series. The documentary follows six personal stories across six countries about the impact of cycling, and the screening will be followed by a community conversation; admission details were not provided.
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From the Field webinar on women’s empowerment
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. posted a From the Field webinar on April 6 featuring Mislande P., former president of the Haitian Womens Federation in St. Marc, Haiti, who outlines service gaps and leadership barriers faced by women and girls. The recorded conversation describes how FEFEH offers training, healthcare support, and entrepreneurship opportunities; watch the full webinar via Rayjons link.
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From the Field webinar
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia posted a From the Field webinar on April 6 featuring Mislande P., former president of the Haitian Womens Federation in St. Marc, Haiti, discussing service gaps and leadership barriers for women and girls. The post highlights FEFEH's role in providing training, healthcare support, and entrepreneurship opportunities, and directs readers to the link in bio for the webinar recording.
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Culture & Cuisine: Sun and Sazón Brunch
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. is hosting Culture & Cuisine: Sun and Sazf3n Brunch in Sarnia on April 26, 2026, celebrating Dominican flavors and culture. Enter the social media contest by April 19 for a chance to win two tickets, winner must attend in person; to enter like the post, tag a friend, and share for a bonus entry.
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Culture & Cuisine Brunch
Culture and Cuisine Brunch is a one day celebration of Dominican food, music, and culture at the Sarnia-Lambton Francophone Community Centre on April 26, 2026. Tickets are $45 in advance, $50 at the door, with children under 12 at $20; proceeds support Rayjon's programming in the Dominican Republic and Haiti. Visit the event page to learn more and buy tickets.
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Volunteer appreciation and recognition
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. thanks its volunteers for their commitment and impact in a post published April 1, with a special shout out to volunteer coordinator Marlo Beaton. The message emphasizes volunteers powering programs and events and shares community gratitude using hashtags like #rayjonsc and #volunteermonth.
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The Engine Inside
Watch The Engine Inside, a documentary about six cyclists whose bikes reshape lives around the world, on Wednesday, April 8 at 6:30 PM at the Sarnia Library Theatre. Presented with NuSarnia and hosted by Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc., this final Docs at Dusk screening features films provided by the National Film Board of Canada and includes a post screening conversation.
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Teacher and community coordinator spotlight
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. spotlights Miss Dianny, the community coordinator at PLADESCULBA who also teaches English to preschoolers, praising her enthusiasm and dedication. The brief post notes that the children adore her and links the profile to education and community development themes through hashtags.
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Semana Santa and Rara cultural traditions overview
Semana Santa in the Dominican Republic runs March 29 to April 5, 2026, and brings family travel, processions, masses, and shared fish dishes across many towns. In Haiti, Rara offers a contrasting vibrant street music tradition, with community bands parading through towns throughout the week leading up to Easter.
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Women Leading Change webinar summary
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. posted a mission update on 2026-03-27 summarizing the From the Field: Women Leading Change webinar, which spotlights wage discrimination against women in Haiti and programs such as Microcredit and the Haitian Women Federation that support women entrepreneurs. The update links to the full webinar for detailed stories and program examples.
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Culture & Cuisine: Sun and Sazón
Culture & Cuisine: Sun and Sazón brings a Dominican breakfast tasting and cultural program to the Sarnia-Lambton Francophone Community Centre on April 26, featuring Tres Golpes with mangú, salami, fried cheese, and eggs. Two seating times are available, and the event pairs food with music, crafts, merengue rhythm and social activities; get tickets at rayjon.org/culture-cuisine/.
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PLADESCULBA movie and activity days
At PLADESCULBA in Consuelo, DR, volunteers from Rostro de Cristo and interns from ASCALA help teachers run movie and activity days a few Fridays each month, giving children from challenging social and economic backgrounds time to play and connect. The program centers on simple, joyful activities and the Original Content expresses gratitude to volunteers and staff for making these moments possible.
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Microcredit program in St. Marc
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. reports that its Microcredit program in St. Marc, Haiti helps women access small loans, receive training, and join a solidarity network that builds confidence and business growth. The brief update highlights empowerment and mutual accountability among program members.
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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.
