The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter is a volunteer-led local branch of the national Kidney Foundation that supports people affected by kidney disease through patient services, education, awareness campaigns, fundraising, and advocacy. The chapter promotes organ donation campaigns such as Green Shirt Day and amplifies national initiatives like the National Strategic Framework for CKD to advance early detection, prevention, research, and improved data systems in Sarnia-Lambton.
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Last updated on Feb 7th, 2026
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2026 National Recognition Program nominations open
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter has opened nominations for the 2026 National Recognition Program, accepting entries through April 30, 2026. Submit nominations via the English form at bit.ly/Award-Forms-KCA or the French form at bit.ly/Prix-Formulaires-RCA, and check the full awards list at www.kidney.ca/impactawards or the French page provided.
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Green Shirt Day organ donor registration campaign
Green Shirt Day asks Canadians to wear green, register as organ donors, and tell their family, noting that more than 4 000 Canadians await solid organ transplants. The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter provides quick English and French registration links at bit.ly/KCA-Rgst-Donor and bit.ly/RCA-Rgst-Donneur so you can sign up and share your decision today.
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Organ Donation & Transplantation Awareness Month
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter marks April 2026 as Organ Donation and Transplantation Awareness Month in Canada, calling attention to a shortage of registered organ donors and inviting people to learn and get involved. Visit the short link shared by the chapter to read about the donation process, common myths, and ways to support or register.
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Canada’s National Framework for CKD
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter launched Canada’s National Framework for CKD to improve early detection and prevention. The campaign stresses that CKD can take 20 to 30 years to develop, there is no cure as of 2026, and it invites community support via English and French short links.
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Green Shirt Day organ donor registration campaign
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter urges Canadians to register as organ donors for Green Shirt Day, noting the average wait time for a kidney transplant in Canada is 3.7 years. Register via bit.ly/KCA-Rgst-Donor, tell your family, and share support with #GreenShirtDay.
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National Strategic Framework advocacy update
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter spotlights Strategic Priority number 3 of the National Strategic Framework for CKD, calling for stronger kidney research and integrated national data to better serve more than four million Canadians. Read the Framework at www.kidney.ca/framework and act at ActForCKD.ca to send a personalized letter and sign the House of Commons e-petition.
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National Strategic Framework for CKD fundraising appeal
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter is calling for donations following the March 12, 2026 launch of the National Strategic Framework for CKD, aiming to expand early detection, prevention, and research. The appeal highlights that one in four Canadians could be affected by CKD by 2040 and asks supporters to give via the provided bit.ly links.
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Green Shirt Day awareness post
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter marks Green Shirt Day on April 7 to honor Logan Boulet and promote organ donation. The post notes that after the April 2018 Humboldt Broncos crash more than 150,000 Canadians registered as organ donors, and it asks people to wear green, share his story, and talk about donor registration using the provided links.
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National Strategic Framework for CKD roundtable
On March 13, 2026 the Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter held a roundtable with Members of Parliament and Senators to discuss the National Strategic Framework for Chronic Kidney Disease, stressing urgency since one in ten Canadians are affected. The bilingual update highlights priorities around prevention, early detection, and equitable access under the #ActForCKD campaign.
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National Strategic Framework for CKD — advocacy campaign
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter is urging the public to support the National Strategic Framework for Chronic Kidney Disease by visiting ActForCKD.ca to send a personalized letter and sign the official House of Commons e petition. The bilingual campaign spotlights gaps in early detection that lead to high rates of late stage CKD and provides easy online tools at AgirPourLaMRC.ca to contact your representative.
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Parliament Hill roundtable launch
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter launched a Parliament Hill roundtable on 2026-03-12, sponsored by MP Parm Bains who "shared a powerful Member's Statement in the House." The event promoted the National Strategic Framework for CKD and invited Canadians to learn more and take part at ActForCKD.ca.
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Launch of National Strategic Framework for CKD
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter announced the launch of a National Strategic Framework for CKD and met with Minister of Health Marjorie Michel on Parliament Hill to press for action. The update highlights that chronic kidney disease is the 11th leading cause of death in Canada and invites people to learn more and get involved at www.ActForCKD.ca.
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National Strategic Framework for Chronic Kidney Disease
On World Kidney Day, The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter released the National Strategic Framework for Chronic Kidney Disease to push for formal government recognition and system change. The Framework focuses on prevention and early detection, equitable access to care, and stronger research and data; read it at kidney.ca/framework and join the campaign at ActForCKD.ca.
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World Kidney Day awareness message
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter asks people to amplify World Kidney Day messaging after a special report in Kidney International Journal in 2026 declared the current kidney care model unsustainable. Visit https://www.worldkidneyday.org for toolkits, shareable materials, and French language resources to help influence policy and improve access to kidney health.
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World Kidney Day landmark illuminations
On March 12, 2026 Canadian landmarks will glow magenta for World Kidney Day, a visibility campaign promoted by The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter. If you are near an illuminated site, snap a photo and share it with #IllumiKidney or #IllumiRein while tagging the foundation to boost awareness and show solidarity.
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Apple-Cranberry Mini Muffins
Chef Anna Olson's Apple Cranberry Mini Muffins are shared by The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia Lambton Chapter for the kidney community, available in English and French. View the full recipe and any kidney friendly notes at bit.ly/KCK-Apple-Cran-Muffins or bit.ly/CSR-Muffins-PomCan.
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Kidney Health Month awareness message
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter posted a Kidney Health Month message on 2026-03-04 urging people to know their risk because kidney disease can be silent and there is currently no cure. The post points to bilingual online risk assessments at www.areyouatrisk.ca and www.etesvousarisque.ca and asks readers to share the tool to raise awareness locally.
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Rare Disease Day awareness update
On International Rare Disease Day the Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter notes that 3 million Canadians live with a rare disease and that most are children, highlighting over 150 types of rare kidney diseases. The chapter links to past webinars for practical background and research updates, inviting people to learn more about treatments and quality of life improvements.
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Kidney Health Month awareness update
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter marks Kidney Health Month with a bilingual awareness push, noting that 4.1 million Canadians live with kidney disease and that early detection matters. The post links to English and French risk assessment resources so Canadians can check their personal risk and learn prevention steps.
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Virtu-Forum (informational sessions)
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter hosts a virtual Virtu-Forum on February 25 and 26, 2026, with healthcare experts, advocates, and people with lived experience leading free informational sessions. Topics include treatment options, current research, living donation and transplantation, and kidney friendly cooking; register at bit.ly/2026-Virtu-Forum.
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2026 Virtual Forum
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter is offering short movement and mindfulness breaks during its 2026 Virtual Forum, with free registration and a full bilingual schedule available at the provided link. Browse the virtual schedule to pick quick sessions that fit into your day and join from anywhere.
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Plate method guide for kidney-friendly meals
On 2026-02-21 the Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter published a dietitian authored guide on using the plate method for kidney friendly meals. Registered dietitians Laura Gosine, Shannan Grant, and Huanyue Wang outline practical portion and swap tips, and the bilingual blog is available at bit.ly/KCK-Plate-Method and bit.ly/CSR-Mod-Assiette.
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2026 Virtual Forum
The Kidney Foundation Sarnia-Lambton is hosting the 2026 Virtual Forum, an annual two day online event that brings nephrologists, dietitians, researchers, caregivers, and people with lived experience together for education and storytelling. Registration is free via the provided link, and the announcement is offered in both English and French.
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Heart and Kidneys Awareness Post
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter posted bilingual guidance explaining that heart failure can cause declining kidney function and asked community members to share the facts. Visit bit.ly/KCA-Heart-and-Kidneys or bit.ly/RCA-Coeur-Et-Reins to read the full resource and help spread awareness.
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GreenShirtDay 2026 — Awareness Campaign
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter is backing GreenShirtDay 2026 to raise awareness about organ and tissue donation, urging the public to learn more at www.greenshirtday.ca and to share posts. The bilingual announcement asks supporters to wear green and spread the message to help start lifesaving conversations.
