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The April edition of This Month in Lambton includes the following news, service updates, programs and events:
Emergencies can happen at any time, often with little to no warning.
As Emergency Preparedness Week (May 3-9) approaches, watch for messages from agencies and organizations in your community about how you can prepare to keep you and your loved ones safe, if disaster strikes.
For more information, visit LambtonOnline.ca/EPWeek.
The region’s largest emergency preparedness event is back again! Emergency Preparedness (EP) Day 2026, presented by BASES Emergency Preparedness, will take place on Saturday, May 9, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Lambton College.
This free, family-friendly event provides an opportunity for residents to engage with emergency responders, explore hands-on displays, and gain essential skills to manage real-life emergencies.
Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Location: Lambton College – Indoor exhibits in Gym D, Outdoor exhibits in Parking Lot 13 (north parking lot)
For more information and event updates, follow EP Day Sarnia-Lambton on Facebook or visit the Lambton BASES website.
Learn how to prepare, respond, and recover from various types of emergencies. Lambton County Archives will discuss the history of emergencies in Lambton County and the surrounding area, including local chemical industry in the 1950s, the 2010 Snowmageddon and other recent events. Emergency Planners will discuss emergency planning and household preparedness. Learn how to create a personal emergency plan, review shelter-in-place and evacuations, and use Sarnia-Lambton Alerts and Environment Canada's emergency tools.
Free comic books will be available at Lambton County Library locations on Saturday, May 2. Featured titles include superhero adventures, indie favorites, and iconic franchises, all available while supplies last. Library locations closed on Saturdays will have free comic books available on the next day open.
Are you looking for something fun to do in your community? Borrow a Culture Pass from any Lambton County Library location for seven days to gain free admission for up to one family (maximum of two (2) adults and four (4) school-aged children) to participating Lambton County locations.
Canadian residents can fish for free in Ontario on May 9–10, June 20–21, and June 27–July 5, 2026. Borrow a fishing rod kit with your Lambton County Library card.
Discover the incredible stories of Lambton figures who made it on the world stage at the upcoming virtual Heritage Hour, Lambton Goes Global, on Thursday, April 30 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This month’s presentation highlights individuals, innovators, and entrepreneurs whose achievements soared far beyond our region.
From ground-breaking innovators to familiar names you may recognize, Lambton Goes Global will explore the stories of inspiring figures who began their journeys in Lambton County before moving on to international recognition. Join our heritage professionals from across the County for an exciting look at local talent with worldwide reach. Register at lambtonmuseums.ca
Get ready to dive into the history of our beautiful Lake Huron and St. Clair River with Bluewaterland, the new feature exhibition at Lambton Heritage Museum. Opening Wednesday, May 13, this exhibition plunges you into the nautical history of our region through artifacts, photographs, and fascinating stories. Grab your shipmates and explore topics like shipwrecks, nautical navigation techniques, Grand Bend surf culture, and more. A highlight will be our Huron Glow collection of Lake Huron sunset photos, taken and submitted by members of the community. You won’t get wet, but you will dive into the depths! Learn more at heritagemuseum.ca.
Celebrate Museum Month with special behind the scenes tours at the Oil Museum of Canada on Wednesday, May 6! Secure your spot on one of the tours at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:00 p.m., or 3:00 p.m., and get a closer look at how history is cared for and preserved. Explore the new collections storage area, learn how artifacts are organized and protected, and get a rare look at items not currently on display.
Regular museum admission applies. Please note the collections area is located downstairs and is not accessible to those unable to use stairs. Register for your tour on the Oil Museum website at oilmuseum.ca.
Explore the rich history of Women’s Institutes across Lambton County in a special presentation at the Sarnia Library on Wednesday, May 27, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Join Archivist Nicole Aszalos and learn how Lady Tweedsmuir encouraged Canadian Women's Institutes to document their local histories in the mid-1930s. These Tweedsmuir Community History Books document early settlers in an area, local industries, churches, schools, and the activities of Women's Institute branches. They now form a valuable resource for local history research. This presentation is free to attend and interested participants may register at lclibrary.ca.
Tean Photo Contest Workshop - Lights, Shadow, Fashion!
Free| Registration Required
Step into a real black-and-white fashion photoshoot in this fun, hands-on workshop for teens. Participants will work with models, experiment with indoor and outdoor lighting setups, and learn how to guide a model while shaping light and shadow for dramatic effect. The session also introduces simple editing tools to help turn your photos into bold, timeless images. Register at jnaag.ca
Teen Photo Contest Workshop - Urban Textures and the Architecture of Shadow
Sunday, May 31 | 1:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Free| Registration Required
Explore the beauty of everyday spaces through black-and-white photography. In this workshop, teens will discover how light, shadow, and texture can transform urban scenes into striking images. Participants will learn how to capture shapes, patterns, and hidden details in the built environment, turning ordinary places into compelling compositions. Register at jnaag.ca
Guided Tour of Making Space & Debwewe Giizhik
Thursday, May 14 | 7:00 p.m.
Free| Registration Required
See beyond the surface during this guided tour of Making Space and Debwewe Giizhik. Learn more about the stories, ideas, and artistic approaches behind the works on display and gain a deeper understanding of the exhibitions. Register at jnaag.ca
The Lingering Instant — Mark Stebbins
Discover the detailed and thoughtful paintings of Mark Stebbins in The Lingering Instant. Each artwork is built from thousands of small brushstrokes that slowly come together to form a complete image. Up close, you can see the careful work of the artist’s hand. Stebbins’ paintings invite visitors to slow down and look closely, exploring ideas about time, memory, and the value of handmade art in a digital world. Originally from Point Edward and now based in London, Ontario, Stebbins has shown his work across Canada and around the world. Plan your visit at jnaag.ca.
Together Apart | Under One Roof - Aganetha Dyck, Diana Thorneycroft & Reva Stone
Together Apart | Under One Roof celebrates the friendship and creativity of three Canadian artists: Aganetha Dyck, Diana Thorneycroft, and Reva Stone. The artists have worked as studio neighbours in Winnipeg for more than 30 years. While each artist has their own style, their work often explores similar ideas, including relationships, nature, technology, and the role of women in art. This exhibition brings their work together to show how friendship and shared ideas can inspire artists over many years. Plan your visit at jnaag.ca.
Did you know that over 17,000 eligible youth in Lambton County are missing out on the opportunity to have up to $2,000 put into their RESP for education after high school?
The Canada Learning Bond is money that the Government of Canada deposits directly into a child’s RESP account to help them get a head start on saving for their post-secondary education.
To find out if you’re eligible and how much your child could get from education savings grants, visit lambtonlearns.ca.
Two low-cost rabies vaccination clinics will be available locally in May.
For more information, visit the Lambton Public Health website or call 519-383-8331.
The main purpose of the Weed Control Act R.S.O. 1990 is to reduce the impact of noxious weeds on the industries of agriculture and horticulture. Primarily this act applies to agricultural and horticultural lands that generate income or other benefits to agriculture; this excludes lawns, gardens and private areas for personal enjoyment and leisure.
Under the Weed Control Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter W.5 Sections 3, 13, 16 and 23, you are requested to destroy all noxious weeds on your property.
In Urban Areas
Sections 3, 13, 16, and 18 do not apply to noxious weeds or weed seeds that are far enough away from any land used for agricultural or horticultural purposes, as they do not interfere with that use.
All properties within the County of Lambton are hereby requested to be in compliance with the Weed Control Act by June 1, 2026, and throughout the season.
9 a.m., May 6 - Lambton County Council Meeting
9 a.m., 20 - Committee of the Whole
Agendas and minutes for Committee and Council meetings are available on the online Meeting Calendar.
Open Sessions of Lambton County Council and Committee meetings are streamed live and are available for archival viewing by clicking on the links below.
Council & Committee Agendas, Minutes & Livestreams Upcoming Meeting Livestreams
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