Josh Boyce – Blackburn News Sarnia, Dec. 11, 2019 NOVA Chemicals says 2019 was an extremely productive year as work continues on a pair of high cost projects locally. So far, around 800 skilled trades workers have logged over 996,000 hours building a second polyethylene facility on Rokeby Line, and expanding the Corunna cracker. Once … Read More
The Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership (SLEP) is searching for applicants to fill one volunteer position on its Board of Directors. The term of office is three years. All applications will be considered; however, preference will be given to candidates whose background falls within one of the following areas: Leadership in the Real Estate Sector, and/or Leadership … Read More
Cathy Dobson – The Sarnia Journal, Dec. 9, 2019 Paul and Angela Dumont, owners of the new Sticks & Stones Indoor Golf, have brought their favourite game out of the elements. Golfing beginners and pros alike can tee up at four state-of-the-art simulators, standing on a sensor pad in front of floor-to-ceiling high-definition screens at … Read More
Tyler Kula – The Sarnia Observer, Dec. 7, 2019 A business park tailored for biochemical startups in Sarnia’s Chemical Valley is trying to make it easier for companies to take the leap. For about a year – since after bio-based chemical producer Origin Materials set up shop in 2018 – synthetic rubber producer Arlanxeo has … Read More
Tyler Kula – The Sarnia Observer, Nov. 29, 2019 Perceived lack of access to a doctor can be a stumbling block to attracting new residents and skilled workers, Sarnia-Lambton’s doctor recruiter says. “We find that families with complex health needs, for example, may be reluctant to relocate … if they don’t know they have easy … Read More
Cathy Dobson – The Sarnia Journal, Nov. 19, 2019 A new Gateway Casinos Sarnia will open in late January with 150 slot machines and about 60 employees, says Rob Mitchell, spokesman for Gateway Casinos & Entertainment. Gateway is a private company that will operate the new gaming facility under construction at Hiawatha Horse Park on … Read More
Melanie Irwin – Blackburn News Sarnia, Nov. 15, 2019 Intercommunity bus service from Sarnia to London could finally start next spring. Sarnia-Lambton MPP Bob Bailey says the service is now scheduled to begin in early 2020 — with stops in Strathroy and Mt. Brydges. Bailey said buses, with 10-24 seats, will operate five days a … Read More
Petrolia, ON – A new program aimed at sparking and supporting innovative tourism ideas in Sarnia-Lambton was officially announced today at the Victoria Playhouse Petrolia. “We are excited to be launching the “Spark” Program in Sarnia-Lambton,” said Justin Lafontaine, Program Lead, Ontario Tourism Innovation Lab. “With its diverse and unique mix of destinations, waterfront, history, … Read More
The Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership is announcing that six local businesses have been selected to participate in the 2019-2020 Starter Company Plus Program. Offered by the Sarnia-Lambton Economic Partnership’s Business Enterprise Centre, Starter Company Plus is a joint initiative with the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation, and Trade that is designed to support entrepreneurs by … Read More
SARNIA, November 13, 2019 – Research & Innovation at Lambton College continues to shine on a national level. According to Research Infosource Inc., which released its annual list of Canada’s Top 50 Research Colleges earlier this week, Lambton College is now ranked as the #3 Research College in Canada. These national findings are based on … Read More
