The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter is the local branch of a national volunteer charity dedicated to reducing the burden of kidney disease in Sarnia-Lambton. The chapter provides patient services and peer support, bilingual education and nutrition resources, community events and webinars, and fundraising initiatives to support research and improve access to kidney care. It also engages in advocacy and public awareness campaigns to promote prevention, earlier diagnosis, and better care for people affected by kidney disease.
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Last updated on Feb 7th, 2026
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Short-Term Financial Assistance program impact
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter reports that its Short-Term Financial Assistance program helped a couple facing eviction remain in their home, illustrating how emergency support prevented a housing loss for Canadians with kidney disease. Read the 2025 impact report in English or French via the provided links to learn more.
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Social Media Day fundraising for kidney community
On July 15 The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter invites supporters to mark Social Media Day by donating online or starting a Facebook fundraiser. Use the provided short links to give or set up a peer fundraiser and help sustain services for people living with kidney disease.
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Blog: Nutrition myths and facts for people with kidney disease
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter published a bilingual blog on July 14 that separates common nutrition myths from facts for people with kidney disease. Read the English version at bit.ly/KCK-Kidney-Diet-Myths or the French version at bit.ly/CSR-Mythes-Regimes-Rein for straightforward, patient focused guidance.
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2025 Impact Report
The Kidney Foundation Sarnia-Lambton Chapter published its 2025 Impact Report on 2026-07-10, detailing the first year of a new Theory of Change and early milestones in improving kidney health, removing systemic barriers to care, and advancing research. Read the full English and French reports via bit.ly/Kidney-2025-Impact and bit.ly/Rein-2025-Impact to see the findings and how supporters contributed.
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Tikka Turkey Burgers
Chef Anna Olson’s Tikka Turkey Burgers offer a kidney friendly, flavor forward option for summer grilling, served with two quick to make sauces for tang and freshness. The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter published the recipes and nutrient details on 2026-07-09 at the provided links.
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Hyatt Family–Kidney Foundation Award for Kidney Health Innovation
The Hyatt Family 33Kidney Foundation Award for Kidney Health Innovation is accepting Letters of Intent to fund ideas that could transform dialysis, transplantation, and late stage kidney care. Submit your Letter of Intent before July 20, 2026, and visit the provided short links for application details in English and French.
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Free Q&A session on kidney health
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter is hosting a free Q and A on kidney health on July 22, 2026, offering expert advice on early detection, prevention, and management. Register for free at bit.ly/Webi-22JUL26 to reserve your spot and bring questions about risks and care.
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Petition to demand change for people affected by kidney disease
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter is urging Canadians to sign a petition demanding change for families affected by kidney disease, noting more than four million families are impacted and that there are only a few days left. Sign the petition now at bit.ly/Sign-For-Kidneys or the French link bit.ly/Signez-Reins to add your voice.
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Roasted Cauliflower and Carrot Bowl
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter shared a vegan Roasted Cauliflower and Carrot Bowl recipe on 2026-07-04, featuring roasted vegetables over whole grains and bilingual recipe links. Follow the provided short links to get the full instructions and nutrition details in English or French.
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Recognition of affiliated researcher
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter congratulates Dr. Peter Nickerson on his appointment as an Officer of the Order of Canada, citing decades of innovation, leadership, and commitment to improving the lives of Canadians with kidney disease. The announcement links to further English and French coverage from the foundation for readers who want more detail.
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Interactive webinar Q&A on kidney health
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter is hosting an interactive kidney health webinar on July 22 at 12:00 PM EST featuring a multidisciplinary panel. Bring your questions for clinicians and someone with lived experience, and register now at bit.ly/Webi-22JUL26 to reserve your spot.
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Canada Day office closure and holiday message
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter reports its offices are closed for Canada Day on 2026-07-01 and shares bilingual resources for support. Visit www.kidney.ca/Support or https://rein.ca/Soutien for assistance and information.
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Join our social community to support kidney health
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter is inviting people to follow its social pages to access patient guides, webinars, Kidney Walks, peer support groups, and updates on advocacy and fundraising. Use the short links bit.ly/Are-You-at-Risk-KD or bit.ly/RCA-etes-vous-a-risque to join the bilingual community and stay informed about kidney health and research progress.
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Guidance on vegetable intake for people with chronic kidney disease
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter advises that most people with chronic kidney disease can and should enjoy vegetables regularly, with portion sizes adjusted according to disease stage and lab values. Read the full guidance on the chapter blog in English at bit.ly/KCK-Eat-More-Veg or in French at bit.ly/CSR-Consom-Legu.
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Kidney Walk (upcoming early fall dates)
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter is promoting additional Kidney Walk events coming this early fall, inviting community members to join, fundraise, or volunteer. Find upcoming dates, locations, and registration details on the English site www.kidneywalk.ca or the French site www.marchedurein.ca.
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Call to action for kidney care advocacy
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter is calling on Canadians to add their voice before July 11, 2026 to push for prevention, earlier diagnosis, and fair access to kidney care. More than four million Canadians are cited as relying on this action, and supporters are directed to quick English and French sign up links to register their support.
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Hyatt Family–Kidney Foundation Award for Kidney Health Innovation
The Hyatt Family 6Kidney Foundation Award for Kidney Health Innovation is accepting letters of intent through July 20, 2026, to fund bold research that improves dialysis and enhances transplantation. Delivered in partnership with The Hyatt Family Foundation and announced by The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter, the award seeks researchers and teams with transformative ideas; full details are at bit.ly/kca-partner-opportunities.
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Kidney disease awareness and Indigenous community support update
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter notes that kidney disease affects 4 million people nationwide and that Indigenous communities face higher risk and access challenges. The update links to a community informed risk assessment brochure and National Indigenous Peoples' Day resources, offering culturally safe materials, recipes, and partnership efforts to improve awareness and prevention.
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Kidney research highlights and resource update
KidneyLink, a partnership of the Kidney Foundation of Canada and Can-SOLVE CKD, highlights May research focused on how kidney disease affects patients and family units, and it identifies gaps in care and support. Visit the research results page to read the curated, bilingual summaries and full study links.
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Healing power of laughter — free webinar
On June 23, 2026 The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter hosts a free online webinar on the healing power of laughter with Sylvie Dagenais-Douville, certified Laughter Yoga Master-Trainer. The session teaches simple, no effort techniques to reduce stress and boost emotional wellbeing, and registration is available via the provided link.
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Hyatt Family–Kidney Foundation Award for Kidney Health Innovation
The Kidney Foundation and The Hyatt Family Foundation are launching a $600,000 research award to fund bold projects that improve dialysis and transplantation. Applications opened on June 15, 2026, and Letters of Intent are due July 20, 2026, with full details at bit.ly/kca-partner-opportunities.
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Laughter Yoga webinar
Join Laughter Yoga Master Trainer Sylvie Dagenais Douville online on June 23 at 1:00 PM EDT for a free webinar about using intentional laughter to ease stress and boost emotional resilience. The session features lived experience testimonials and simple, no experience required exercises, and registration is available at bit.ly/Webi-23JUN26.
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Kidney Walk fundraising campaign
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter invites you to join a Kidney Walk to raise funds for patient programs, kidney research, and advocacy. Registration is free, teams are encouraged, and you can sign up at www.kidneywalk.ca or the French site www.marchedurein.ca. More events are coming up this fall.
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Physical activity guidance for people with chronic kidney disease
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter shares concise guidance that small, regular movement can support energy, mood, and well being for people with chronic kidney disease and those on dialysis. The post encourages focusing on abilities, celebrating small wins, and moving with intention, with full guidance available via the English and French links.
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National CKD report & strategic framework update
The Kidney Foundation of Canada Sarnia-Lambton Chapter released a national report urging governments to prioritize prevention, early detection, equitable access to care, and stronger kidney health data systems. The report notes that more than 6.2 million Canadians could be affected by chronic kidney disease by 2050 and links to the full English and French reports at bit.ly/CKD-Fina-Report and bit.ly/Rapport-Fina-MRC.
