Community engagement is supposed to give residents a voice in shaping their cities, but too often, the process becomes a cycle of endless consultation, unrealistic wish lists, and glossy reports…

When I recently became eligible for the Old Age Security pension, my mind was blown. I mean, I was flabbergasted. I had thought: when did that happen, how is it…

Three Things I’ve Learned in My Local Coffee Shop   If you were to walk into my neighborhood coffee shop, you’d see the usual suspects: Joey, a body and mind professional,…

Few things encourage me like seeing everyday people—with everyday jobs, commitments, and schedules—extending small acts of presence, hospitality, and creativity in their localities. This is, in part, why I’m compelled…

I live across the street from a large, urban park in my city’s core. It’s a space that plays host to plenty of people-centric activity, from festivals and running groups…

In many ways, neighboring has become a lost art form. From the juggling act of maintaining our busy schedules to the anxiety around relating to those that we see as…

It’s easy to live in our cities and feel little connection to them. There are lots of reasons for this: we spend long hours commuting in our cars or sitting…

Sept. 17 marked a special day of service and collaboration as volunteers from across the community came together for Sarnia-Lambton’s United Way Day of Caring. Among those lending their time…

The average cost to rent a three-bedroom home in Sarnia is more than $2,000 per month, but one group of people are paying half that amount or less. These are…

The Sarnia Journal has partnered with the nuSarnia Foundation to feature a series of stories promoting active transportation and community wellness.