By Cathy Dobson, from www.theobserver.ca The Observer VIA Rail has struck a deal with Robert Q bus service to augment Sarnia’s passenger rail service, which saw deep cuts this summer. It’s anticipated Robert Q busses between Sarnia and London will depart and arrive at VIA Rail stations, but details of the plan are not … Read More
By Paul Morden From www.theobserver.ca The Observer A Toronto-based bio-tech company is moving its pilot plant to Sarnia’s Western Research Park, with an eye on expanding in the community. GreenCore Composites has been manufacturing natural fibre reinforced thermoplastic materials at a Mississauga pilot plant that is relocating to the research park off Modeland Road. “It’s … Read More
Deborah Van Brenk, QMI Agency A sweet new use for cornstalks might lead to another revenue stream for Southwestern Ontario farmers and a renewable source of industrial materials coming from Canada’s Chemical Valley. A $70-million, sugars-from-cornstalks facility is not only logistically and economically viable, it could become reality within five years, said Murray McLaughlin, … Read More
By Debora Van Brenk, from www.theobserver.ca The London Free Press / The Observer Stifled by regulatory issues and legacy costs such as outdated plants, Canada’s food-processing sector will grow only with concerted efforts to guide new and long-time companies, says a leading Canadian agricultural think-tank. “You don’t do this on the back of an envelope. … Read More
By Tyler Kula, from www.theobserver.ca The Observer In a sparse office at the Western University Research Park there’s a hum as scorching hot plastic is squeezed into the shape of custom cardholders. On a nearby table rest different plastic vents, filters and other industrial-looking parts, all built by the Bluewater Technology Access Centre’s (BTAC) 3D … Read More
The Physician Recruitment Taskforce of Sarnia Lambton in partnership with the North Lambton Community Health Centre are proud to announce the recruitment of Dr. Kate Brown and Dr. Natalia Koldewey. Both physicians will be working part-time at the North Lambton Community Health Centre at the Forest and Kettle Point sites. Kathy Bresset, Executive Director for … Read More
By Barbara Simpson, from www.theobserver.ca The Observer The Ontario government needs to send a strong message of support in order to help Sarnia-Lambton attract a $10-billion bitumen upgrader, says a retired Chemical Valley executive. “That will give us a lot more leverage with the private sector, and you need leverage because you need … Read More
By Paul Morden, from www.theobserver.ca The Observer Sarnia-Lambton politicians were at Lowe’s Tuesday to welcome the new home improvement store, and its 135 new jobs, to the city. Manager Mark Mollard said the 95,000-square-foot store quietly opened its doors on Boxing Day. “The community has been fantastic,” Mollard said. “From the day we opened the … Read More
SARNIA, ON – The Sustainable Chemistry Alliance, which will help an emerging new industry across Canada to commercialize sustainable technologies and processes, has announced its inaugural Board of Directors. Co-Chair Steve Bolt says the board draws on a broad range of expertise across the value chain. “We have pulled together various groups into a … Read More
From www.chok.com CHOK Radio Naming rights for the Sarnia Sports and Entertainment Centre have been granted to one of the largest corporations in Canada. The official name of the facility is now “The RBC Centre.” The Royal Bank of Canada has entered a 5 year commitment with an option for another 5 years but dollar … Read More
