The Centre
The Centre is a Sarnia-Lambton nonprofit providing confidential, trauma informed support, counselling, advocacy, and peer support groups for people affected by sexual harm and intimate partner violence. It runs regular client groups and one-time creative groups, delivers prevention and public education campaigns, partners with local organizations for awareness and events, and coordinates volunteers and fundraising to support survivors.
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Last updated on Feb 8th, 2026
Recent Activity
Child & Youth Mental Health Support — The Centre
The Centre marks Child and Youth Mental Health Day on May 17 with a reminder that mental health matters at every age. They offer inclusive, affirming counselling for youth aged 11 and up; call 519-337-3154 or visit their website to learn more and access support.
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Age-Friendly Expo booth invitation
The Centre is inviting visitors to stop by their booth at the Age Friendly Expo today, 2026-05-06, for a friendly hello and some goodies. The short, warm social post uses hashtags to welcome attendees and encourage casual drop ins.
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Board of Directors Recruitment
The Centre is recruiting governance board members with expertise in human resources, justice partnerships, and health partnerships; terms are three to six years and the board meets bi-monthly on the fourth Wednesday beginning in September. Interested applicants should contact Office Manager Brynn Pearson at 519-337-3154 x200 or office@thecentresarnia.ca to learn more or apply.
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Red Dress Day commemoration
On May 5, 2026 The Centre observes Red Dress Day to honor Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two Spirit People and to call for reflection and action. The post invites community solidarity through hashtags such as #RedDressDay and #NoMoreStolenSisters.
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Apology and postponement announcement for First Friday events
The Centre apologizes for postponing its First Friday events without prior notice and asks for patience while a new date is confirmed. The organization says it will share updates as soon as the new date is set, and community members should monitor The Centre for official follow ups.
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Three-year employee anniversary
The Centre is celebrating Hollie’s three year anniversary on May 1, 2026, honoring her growth from Marketing and Office Coordinator to Community Engagement Coordinator. She is credited with driving fundraising, marketing, and community connections that raise The Centre’s visibility across Sarnia-Lambton.
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Sexual Assault Prevention Month awareness post
May is Sexual Assault Prevention Month, and The Centre is calling the community to focus on prevention, education, and survivor support throughout May 2026. Join The Centre online and locally using the campaign hashtags to challenge harmful myths, promote consent, and share resources that help survivors.
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Jeans for Justice (Denim Day) community participation
The Centre celebrated Jeans for Justice on 2026-04-29 with strong community turnout in Sarnia Lambton, as organizations, teams, and individuals wore denim, raised visibility, and celebrated with dancing. The post thanks participants and notes photos will be shared soon, highlighting local solidarity with survivors.
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First Friday Pop-Up
The Centre Sarnia-Lambton hosts a First Friday Pop-Up on May 1 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at 145 Christina St N in Sarnia to mark Sexual Assault Prevention Month. Stop by to connect with staff, learn about local prevention efforts, and pick up swag and treats.
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Statement supporting survivors after Waterloo trial verdict
On 2026-04-28 The Centre issued a statement supporting survivors after the recent Waterloo trial verdict, stressing that a court decision does not define a survivor's experience. The message commits to trauma informed support, advocacy for accountable systems, and encourages those affected to reach out for care.
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Women’s Group for May
The Centre is hosting a counsellor led women’s peer support group for female identifying survivors on Tuesday, May 12 from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM. Registration is required, Victoria will host the May session, and food will be provided; contact victoria@thecentresarnia.ca or call 519-337-3154 x207 to register.
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Men’s Group Reminder
The Centre is hosting its monthly Men’s Group for male identifying survivors of sexual harm and intimate partner violence on Monday, April 27 from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM at The Centre. Registration is required, contact Trish at trish@thecentresarnia.ca or 519-337-3154 x203 to sign up.
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Time to Bloom
Time to Bloom is a one time creative planter making group at The Centre on Tuesday, May 26 from 3:00 to 4:30 PM that uses planting as a mindfulness practice. Registration is required by Thursday, May 21 at 5:00 PM; contact Victoria at victoria@thecentresarnia.ca or 519-337-3154 x207 to sign up.
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Denim Day: Jeans for Justice Challenge
Denim Day: Jeans for Justice Challenge asks Sarnia-Lambton residents to wear denim and stand with survivors on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Register your team before the registration deadline on Friday, April 24 at 4 PM by contacting Hollie at hollie@thecentresarnia.ca or 519-337-3154 x206.
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Volunteer Appreciation Week message
The Centre published a heartfelt Volunteer Appreciation Week message on 2026-04-23 thanking volunteers for their compassion, skill, and time, and encouraging community recognition. The post includes hashtags to help spread gratitude across social channels and invites supporters to share thanks for volunteers they know.
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Denim Day: Jeans for Justice Challenge
The Centre invites teams to join Denim Day Jeans for Justice on Wednesday, April 29 in Sarnia-Lambton to stand with survivors, wear denim, and take part in community photos. Registration closes Friday, April 24 at 4 PM; contact Hollie at hollie@thecentresarnia.ca or 519-337-3154 x206 to register your team.
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Local business donation campaign for survivor support
From April 20 to May 20, 2026, KJ Eventures will donate $100 for every new coordination package and $50 for every consultation package to The Centre in support of survivors. The local campaign uses bookings to channel community support during Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Sarnia Lambton.
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Denim Day: Jeans for Justice Challenge
Denim Day: Jeans for Justice Challenge invites workplaces across Sarnia-Lambton to wear denim and show support for survivors on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Register your team by Friday, April 24 at 4:00 PM by contacting Hollie at hollie@thecentresarnia.ca or 519-337-3154 x206, and look for community photo coverage from The Centre.
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Denim Day: Jeans for Justice — community awareness announcement
The Centre is calling on Sarnia-Lambton workplaces to join Denim Day: Jeans for Justice on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Register your team by Friday, April 24 at 4:00 PM by contacting Hollie at hollie@thecentresarnia.ca or 519-337-3154 x206, then wear denim to stand with survivors as The Centre documents and shares community participation.
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Denim Day: Jeans for Justice Challenge
The Centre invites teams to join Denim Day: Jeans for Justice on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 in the Sarnia Lambton area. Register by Friday, April 24 at 4PM by contacting Hollie at hollie@thecentresarnia.ca or 519-337-3154 x206, then wear denim and join the community photo capture to stand with survivors.
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Age Friendly Expo 2026
The Centre will participate in the Age Friendly Expo 2026 at 210 Monk St, Point Edward on Wednesday, May 6 from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Stop by their table to learn about programs and pick up resources focused on supports for older adults and caregivers in Sarnia Lambton.
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Denim Day: Jeans for Justice Challenge
Denim Day: Jeans for Justice Challenge brings Sarnia-Lambton together on Wednesday, April 29 to wear denim and show visible support for survivors. The Centre is inviting teams to register, with partners like the Sarnia Sting and Jenna Willman Psychotherapy joining the effort; contact Hollie at hollie@thecentresarnia.ca to take part.
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Denim Day: Jeans for Justice Challenge
Denim Day: Jeans for Justice Challenge invites workplaces across Sarnia-Lambton to wear denim and stand with survivors on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. The Centre is coordinating the effort with partners Victim Services of Sarnia-Lambton, Green's Organic Café, and The Workplace Group, and is asking teams to register so participation can be photographed and shared.
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Sexual Assault Awareness Month: Shop, Sip & Support Initiative
For Sexual Assault Awareness Month The Centre has launched a Shop, Sip & Support Initiative at The Tin Fiddler in Sarnia, where $1 from each featured Blueberry Amaretto Coconut Sour is donated to survivor services. Contact Hollie at hollie@thecentresarnia.ca or call 519-337-3154 x206 to confirm participating items or to join the initiative.
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Blueberry Amaretto Coconut Sour
The Tin Fiddler in Sarnia is featuring the Blueberry Amaretto Coconut Sour as a Sip of the Season, with one dollar from every sale donated to The Centre during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This fruity cocktail combines blueberry, amaretto, and coconut flavors, and you can contact Hollie at hollie@thecentresarnia.ca or 519-337-3154 x206 to get involved.
