LCDS Recognized for Excellence in Apprenticeship
Chatham-Kent, ON – March 26, 2026 — Lambton County Developmental Services (LCDS) is proud to announce that the organization has been recognized with The Southwest Apprenticeship Network (SWAN) Employer Award for Excellence in Apprenticeship – Service Category. Nick Salaris, LCDS Executive Director, accepted the award on behalf of LCDS at ceremony, which took place at Hidden Hills Golf & Country Club in Chatham-Kent.
LCDS currently supports nine employees who are actively pursuing their Developmental Services Worker (DSW) Apprenticeship, with more past participants contributing to the strength of the organization today. This achievement highlights LCDS’s ongoing commitment to continuous growth, professional development, and lifelong learning.
LCDS extends a big thank‑you to all current and past DSW apprentices for their dedication to developing their skills and making a meaningful impact on the people we support.
The organization also expresses its appreciation to the Sarnia‑Lambton Workforce Development Board and the SWAN nomination committee for recognizing LCDS and for hosting a fun and enjoyable evening celebrating apprenticeship excellence across the region.