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  • October 10, 2025October 10, 2025

LCDS Welcomes New Board Members During Its 70th Anniversary Year

PETROLIA, ON – October 9, 2025 – As Lambton County Developmental Services (LCDS) proudly celebrates 70 years of empowering people with developmental disabilities in Lambton County, we have welcomed new members to both the LCDS Board of Directors and the LCDS Foundation Board of Directors this September. Their leadership, passion, [...]

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  • September 5, 2025September 22, 2025

Living with FASD: Voices of Strength and Resilience Take the Stage in Sarnia

SARNIA, ON – September 5, 2025 – Did you know that 4% of Canadians, over 1.5 million people, are living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)? That’s more than the number of individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, and Down Syndrome combined. In recognition of FASD Awareness Month, [...]

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  • August 22, 2025August 22, 2025

Apply Today for the LCDS Foundation Board

Help Shape a More Inclusive Future LCDS is seeking passionate, community-minded individuals to join our Foundation Board of Directors. As a board member, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our mission to empower people with developmental disabilities to live full, meaningful lives. We’re looking for individuals who bring: Commitment [...]

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  • August 18, 2025August 18, 2025

Join Our Rights Review Committee – Be a Voice for Human Rights

PETROLIA, ON- August 18, 2025 – At LCDS, we believe that every person deserves to live with dignity, respect, and autonomy. Our Rights Review Committee plays a vital role in ensuring that the human, civil, and legal rights of people supported by LCDS are upheld and protected. We’re currently seeking [...]

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  • August 1, 2025August 1, 2025

Driving Support One Swing at a Time: LCDS Tournament Highlights

Despite the summer heat, spirits were high and the energy was contagious at our Annual LCDS Golf Tournament at Kingswell Glen Golf Club on July 24, 2025. From the friendly competition on the greens to the laughs shared over Mark’s legendary golf jokes, the day was filled with fun, a [...]

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  • July 15, 2025

LCDS Executive Director Nick Salaris Honoured with King Charles III Coronation Medal

Petrolia, ON – July 14, 2025 – Lambton County Developmental Services (LCDS) is proud to share that our Executive Director, Nick Salaris, has been awarded the prestigious King Charles III Coronation Medal—a national honour recognizing exceptional service and contributions to Canada and its communities. Nick was one of seven recipients [...]

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  • June 25, 2025July 16, 2025

New Canada Disability Benefit Now Available — Apply Today

New Canada Disability Benefit Now Available — Apply Today Important news for people with disabilities and their families: Applications are now open for the new Canada Disability Benefit, which provides up to $200 per month in financial support. Eligible individuals can apply immediately, with payments beginning next month. Notably, the [...]

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  • June 18, 2025June 20, 2025

LCDS Celebrates 70 Years with Free Community Concert

Petrolia, ON – June 18, 2025 – Lambton County Developmental Services (LCDS) is proud to mark its 70th anniversary with a celebration that brings the entire community together. In partnership with the Town of Petrolia, LCDS is hosting a free outdoor concert on Saturday, June 21 at the Petrolia Farmers’ [...]

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LCDS Executive Director, Nick Salaris, pictured with Dan at the 70th Anniversary Petrolia Rotary Banquet on May 13, 2025.
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  • May 26, 2025

LCDS Executive Director Honoured with Paul Harris Fellow Award

We are proud to share that Nick Salaris, Executive Director of LCDS, has been awarded the Paul Harris Fellow Award by the Petrolia Rotary Club — the highest recognition Rotary grants. This honour is presented to both Rotarians and non-Rotarians – like Nick – who have made exceptional contributions to [...]

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  • May 12, 2025May 12, 2025

LCDS Seeking Applications for Board of Directors

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community? Lambton County Developmental Services (LCDS), an organization dedicated to supporting adults with developmental disabilities, is seeking diverse, dedicated and skilled community members to join our Board of Directors by Thursday, May 29, 2025. About LCDS For [...]

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