Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc.
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. is a Sarnia-Lambton based charity that partners with local leaders in Haiti and the Dominican Republic to support community-led development in education, health and nutrition, vision care, women’s economic empowerment, microcredit, and lifeskills training. Established in 1986, Rayjon mobilizes volunteers and local fundraising to deliver sustainable, long-term projects that expand access to learning, health services, and livelihood opportunities.
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Last updated on Feb 8th, 2026
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Grant from Gay Lea Foundation
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. announced a grant from the Gay Lea Foundation to fund food sovereignty training and community gardens in Saint-Marc. Executive Director Allison toured the Stewardson family farm in Thedford with Gay Lea representatives, highlighting a partnership aimed at giving families reliable year round produce even when roads are blocked.
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Digital Skills Program launch and progress update
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. reports early success from the Digital Skills Program at PLADESCULBa in Barrio 41, Consuelo, where more than ten students enrolled and a core group of five attend Tuesdays and Thursdays to learn typing, word processing, email, and internet navigation. The update notes immediate impact, with students applying skills locally and one participant already receiving a job offer as advanced modules in spreadsheets and design are planned.
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Restoration Day greeting
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. sends warm greetings for Restoration Day, observed every August 16, honoring the 1865 restoration of Dominican independence. The day is celebrated with pride, culture, and music as communities remember those who fought for sovereignty.
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Trail and Ale — 15K run
Trail and Ale, organized by Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc., is introducing a new 15K run this year. The announcement invites runners to push themselves and experience more of the trail as part of the event.
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International Youth Day announcement
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. marks International Youth Day with a message celebrating young people as active changemakers, noting that half of the world s population is under 30. The announcement highlights Rayjon s Local to Global Committee in Canada and its initiatives in Haiti and the Dominican Republic, underscoring a focus on youth leadership and community empowerment.
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Documentation support for school enrollment in Consuelo
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. highlights Elizabeth from Consuelo to show how securing legal documentation through partner Ascala allows children to enroll in school and pursue future goals. The update focuses on documentation as a pathway out of generational poverty and on community partners working directly with families to secure rights and access.
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Microcredit & Adult Literacy Impact Update
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. shares an impact update from Cap Haitian: Sidamène graduated the adult literacy program and accessed microcredit through partner C-NEW-C, never missed a loan payment, and has begun saving to sustain growth despite slower sales. The update highlights combined economic and community health support, including prenatal home visits from the C-NEW-C team.
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Trail & Ale
Trail & Ale from Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. invites walkers and runners to a trail event that ends with social ale and good conversation. The post teases participant types and directs people to register at https://rayjon.org/trail-and-ale/ for details on date, time, and location.
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PLADESCULBA English classes
PLADESCULBA in Barrio 41, Consuelo runs English classes three days a week, giving children practical conversational practice and steady progress. Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. highlights a student who spoke with an international visitor using classroom English, a moment that shows the program's impact.
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Nutrition Program family support overview
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia highlights a family centered Nutrition Program at CNEWC in Cap Haïtien that pairs child care with literacy courses, health and hygiene training, and microcredit support. Program Director Andre Jean-Pierre emphasizes keeping families together as a core principle, aiming to strengthen both households and community resilience.
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Trail & Ale 15K run
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia added a new 15K run to its Trail & Ale event, and early bird registration is currently open. Sign up at rayjon.org/trail-and-ale to take advantage of the promoted early bird rate.
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Preschool cultural celebrations and learning outcomes
At PLADESCULBA Community Preschool in Consuelo children join national and cultural celebrations throughout the school year, building confidence and strengthening community ties. For some students these occasions are their first birthdays or first community events, creating meaningful learning beyond the classroom.
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From the Field: 40 Years of Growth, Partnership, and Looking Ahead
Rayjon marked its 40th anniversary with a webinar titled From the Field: 40 Years of Growth, Partnership, and Looking Ahead, featuring Debbie Austin, Dr. Glen Maddison, and Joanna Giresi. The session reflects on four decades of partnership and field experience, and the full recording is available at rayjon.org/webinar.
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CNEWC Nutrition Program update
Rayjon Share Care reports that the CNEWC Nutrition Program in Cap Haitian has resumed home visits, expanded medical consultations for families of children with severe malnutrition, and started monthly parent training sessions. A new partnership with Trees That Feed Foundation means children in the program now receive protein rich breadfruit biscuits as a nutritious snack.
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Eyeglass Program Impact Update
Rayjon Share Care shares a firsthand impact update from Dr. Christian Anderson about an Eyeglass Program clinic in the Dominican Republic that provided eye exams and glasses to nearly 500 people in Batey communities around Consuelo. The post also highlights the program's long term reach since 1993, with over 27,000 eye exams and 21,000 pairs of glasses matched across nine countries, and links to the full story on Rayjon's blog.
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Trail & Ale
Trail & Ale from Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. offers a choice of distances including a 5K walk, 5K run, 10K run, and 15K run, with early bird registration available at rayjon.org/trail-and-ale/. The event is promoted with multiple hashtags and is positioned as a community friendly run for all experience levels.
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Canada Day greeting
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. wishes the community a meaningful Canada Day on July 1, 2026, celebrating diversity and partnership locally and internationally. The short message emphasizes solidarity and invites social sharing with hashtags like #rayjonsc and #canadaday2026.
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Lifeskills tailoring program participant milestone
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. shared a Lifeskills Program tailoring update celebrating participant Emmanise P., who joined in November and hopes to sew her child’s school uniform this September. The program teaches sewing basics from pants to shirts, pairing technical instruction with tools and encouragement to help participants gain new skills and confidence.
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From the Field: 40 Years of Growth, Partnership, and Looking Ahead
Rayjon marked its 40th anniversary with a webinar titled From the Field, featuring Chairperson Debbie Austin, Dr. Glen Maddison, and past trip leader Joanna Giresi reflecting on four decades of partnership and community development. The full recording is available online at rayjon.org/webinar/ for anyone who missed the live event.
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Haiti World Cup Watch Party
Join Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. at Imperial City Brew House on Wednesday, June 24 for a Haiti World Cup watch party. Kickoff is at 6:00 PM, Chef JBef from E@ts will serve Haitian and Moroccan themed wings, and there will be a penalty kick challenge with prizes.
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Haitian and Moroccan-themed wings
Catch Haiti's World Cup match at Imperial City Brew House on June 24 with kickoff at 6:00 PM and special Haitian and Moroccan themed wings by Chef JBef from E@ts. Arrive 30 minutes early for seating and stick around for a penalty kick skills contest with prizes, perfect for fans and anyone looking for a lively evening.
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Trail & Ale
Trail & Ale is a community run and walk organized by Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc., and registration is now open with an early bird option at the event page. The event combines scenic trail routes with a finish line celebration for runners and walkers, offering a low key, community focused experience.
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National Indigenous People's Day acknowledgement and Spirit Panels link
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. marks National Indigenous People's Day by inviting you to explore Spirit Panels, a collection of artwork and stories created by Indigenous youth across Canada. The Spirit Panels pieces foreground human rights, responsibility, identity, and community; view them at spiritpanels.humanrights.ca/explore.
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40th Anniversary Volunteer Recognition
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. recognizes four decades of volunteer dedication on June 19, 2026, calling out roles from event organization to eyeglass sorting and outreach. The post thanks volunteers for their energy and commitment, and signals ongoing opportunities to support Rayjon through hands on roles and storytelling.
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Rayjon 40th Anniversary Open House
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. is hosting a free 40th anniversary open house at the Sarnia Golf & Curling Club on Thursday, June 18 from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Bring friends and family to celebrate four decades of people, stories, and partnerships; details are at rayjon.org/celebrate-40/.
