Dow Canada’s Contributions to Quality of Life in Sarnia-Lambton
Dow Canada and its employees and retirees in Sarnia-Lambton are strong supporters of local community organizations through financial and volunteer support. Our commitment is illustrated by our support of Sarnia institutions like the Dow People Place, the Sarnia Sports and Entertainment Centre and the Dow Wetlands. Here is a sampling of other major community projects that have benefited from Dow support:
Dow Sarnia Legacy Project
To honour our relationship with the Sarnia community, on behalf of our employees and retirees, we are announcing The Dow Sarnia Legacy Project. The Legacy Project will be a permanent, public undertaking—our gift to the community for its years of support. More information is available on the Dow Sarnia Legacy Project Page.
The World Beyond
In June 2005, Dow Sarnia helped to provide the local community with an extraordinary view of space. Colonel Chris Hadfield, the Canadian astronaut and Sarnia native, launched his Images From Space feature exhibition at Gallery in the Grove. The exhibit tied together the world of art and science through a display of 37 photographs taken during Hadfield’s journeys into space.
The Sarnia Community Foundation
Dow has contributed over $160,000 to the Sarnia Community Foundation since 2000. The Dow Fund is managed by the Foundation for the benefit of charitable organizations, projects and/or activities dealing with social issues and environmental projects in the community. Each year, the Community Foundation accepts applications for its Asset Based Community Development Awards, from groups working to enhance the local quality of life.
The Roberta Stewart Wildlife Area
A cross-country sponsorship agreement between Dow Canada and Ducks Unlimited restored or maintained more than 3000 acres of wetlands habitat, including the Roberta Stewart Wildlife Area. This wetlands area is situated along the Snye River, part of the lower reaches of the St. Clair River, and lies across from the extensive Walpole Island marshes. The five-acre site had previously been drained for agricultural purposes, but was restored to its original condition by mid-2004.
