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, the Dominican Republic, and other parts of Latin America and the Caribbean to support community-led development. Since 1986 the organization has funded and resourced programs in education, health and nutrition, women’s economic empowerment and microcredit, and vision care, while mobilizing volunteers and local fundraising. Rayjon emphasizes sustainable, locally led projects and long-term partnerships to expand access to learning, health services, and livelihood opportunities.
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Last updated on Feb 8th, 2026
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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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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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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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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/.
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Haiti vs Morocco — World Cup Watch Party
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. is hosting a Haiti versus Morocco World Cup watch party at Imperial City Brew House on Wednesday, June 24 at 6:00 PM, with Haitian and Moroccan themed wings and a penalty kick contest with prizes. Arrive 30 minutes early to secure a good seat and join fellow supporters for an energetic, bilingual celebration of the match.
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Beneficiary business growth testimonial
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. shares how nurse Fedna in Saint Marc used Microcredit Program support to open a drugstore, expand into a grocery store, and prepare to hire her first employee. Her story shows how targeted training and small loans can improve access to medicines and create local jobs.
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Haiti returns to FIFA World Cup match tonight
Haiti returns to the FIFA World Cup tonight at 9:00 PM, marking the national team’s first appearance in more than 50 years. Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. posted the announcement with a photograph credited to AFP photographer Ezequiel Becerra, inviting supporters to cheer on the team.
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Volunteer reflection conversation announcement
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. invites the community to a conversation with long time volunteers, reflecting on 40 years of service and exploring where the organization is headed. The announcement highlights stories, legacy, and ways to connect with volunteer efforts in Sarnia.
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Rayjon 40th anniversary celebration
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia is marking its 40th anniversary with a community celebration at the Sarnia Golf & Curling Club on June 18, 2026 from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM. They are inviting people to contribute memories and photos to a timeline at rayjon.org/celebrate-40 so the evening reflects four decades of partnership and impact.
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From the Field: 40 Years of Growth, Partnership, and Looking Ahead
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia hosts a special From the Field session on 2026-06-10 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM via Zoom to mark 40 years of growth and partnership. Register at rayjon.org/webinar to hear long time members share memories and to join the live conversation and Q and A.
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Education expansion update
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. announced that a new four year Alpha Program cycle has recently started in Lalwè, St. Marc, Haiti, strengthening adult literacy efforts. Partners at RSCH are continuing outreach across nearby rural villages as local communities request their own learning centres.
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Rayjon community-led development programs overview
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. outlines its community led development work in Haiti, the Dominican Republic and across Latin America and the Caribbean, highlighting women empowerment, health and education programs, and an Eyeglass Program that reaches thousands. The organization notes 40 years of partnership driven by local leadership, with integrated initiatives from microcredit and life skills to mobile clinics and community schools.
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Thank you to local media for coverage
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. posted a public thank you to Tyler at The Observer for recent coverage, noting appreciation for local media that helps them reach new people. The brief message highlights the importance of community press in amplifying the organization’s work.
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From the Field webinar
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia invites you to a special From the Field webinar on Wednesday, June 10 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM to mark the organization's 40th anniversary. Long time members will reflect on Rayjon's journey and attendees can participate, ask questions, and share memories; register at rayjon.org/webinar/.
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Rayjon's 40th celebration
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia marks 40 years with an open house celebration at the Sarnia Golf & Curling Club on June 18, 2026 from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The community focused evening is free to attend and offers a chance to meet staff, celebrate volunteers, and learn how Rayjon continues to serve the region. Visit https://rayjon.org/celebrate-40/ for more information.
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Celebrating nearly 40 years of partnerships in Haiti and the Dominican Republic
Rayjon Share Care of Sarnia Inc. marks nearly 40 years working alongside communities in Haiti and the Dominican Republic, recognizing local partners such as Rayjon Share Care Haiti, C-New-C, PLADESCULBA, @ascalard, and Puente Desarrollo Internacional. The announcement highlights long term support for education, healthcare, human rights, and community development from St. Marc to Consuelo.
