Projects Archive - nuSarnia

Valentine’s Day Mailboxes: Notes For Our City

Notes For Our City Valentine’s Day Mailboxes: Notes For Our City From February 12-16, nuSarnia installed three Valentine’s Day inspired mailboxes across Sarnia, inviting residents to write handwritten notes to their neighbours, local businesses, and community spaces. The goal was simple: create a low-barrier opportunity for people to express appreciation and strengthen everyday connection in […]

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Bike Bus Sarnia-Lambton

Bike Bus Sarnia Lambton A bike bus is a group of cyclists who ride together along a predetermined route and schedule. Like a traditional bus, it usually has designated stops where riders can join or leave the group. Unlike recreational cycling groups, bike buses are primarily focused on practical everyday journeys, like going to school.

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Canatara Park Lifeguard Station Mural

Canatara Park Lifeguard Station Mural Canatara Park Lifeguard Station Mural In May of 2025, we set out to transform the Canatara Park Lifeguard Station into a landmark piece of public art. The building, which sits at the heart of one of Sarnia’s most beloved waterfront destinations, was identified as an ideal canvas for creative placemaking—a

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Jane’s Walk

Jane’s Walk Jane’s Walk: Community Feedback in Mitton Village In spring 2025, nusarnia invited residents to take part in a Jane’s Walk through Mitton Village to help gather ideas and feedback for the upcoming Mitton Street redesign. Jane’s Walk is a global movement that encourages residents to explore their neighbourhoods on foot and share local

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Pedal Through The Past Tours

Pedal Through the Past Exploring Sarnia’s History by Bike Pedal Through the Past was created as a unique way for residents to explore Sarnia’s history, neighbourhoods, and cycling infrastructure at the same time. Developed in partnership with the Sarnia Historical Society, the tours invited participants to experience local history through storytelling, historic photos, and educational

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Cycling Guide App

Cycling Guide App Cycling Guide App Cycling Guide Safer bike routes, built by and for our community Getting around by bike should feel safe, intuitive, and accessible for everyone, especially families, kids, and people who are new to cycling. Cycling Guide helps people in Sarnia-Lambton find the safest, most comfortable bike routes by highlighting low-stress

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Heart Bombing

Heart Bombing Heart Bombing Downtown Sarnia The Heart Bombing Project is a creative and community-driven initiative that brings attention to underutilized spaces in downtown Sarnia. Originally started in the United States to raise awareness about historic buildings in need of preservation, heart bombing has since evolved into a movement that blends public art, advocacy, and

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Festive Nutcracker Project

Festive Nutcrackers nuSarnia Festive Nutcracker Project The Festive Nutcracker Project, which ran from November 16 to December 27, was a true celebration of community and creativity. Six 5-foot tall nutcrackers were displayed along Christina Street at iconic locations including the Downtown Market, Tin Fiddler, Coldwell Banker, Blackwater Coffee, The Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery,

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Bike Night: Glow Ride

Bike Night: Glow Ride Bike Night: Glow Ride On June 12, we gathered at Maud’s Variety to deck out our bikes with glowing accessories and set off on a dazzling ride through downtown and along the beautiful Sarnia waterfront! The air was filled with excitement as we cruised pas familiar streets, with our bikes lighting

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The Midtown Trail

The Midtown Trail Connecting Sarnia from East to West nuSarnia Foundation’s dream of a community designed for walkability and cycling is one step closer to reality with the creation of the Midtown Trail. This new trail will traverse our city from east to west all the way from Lambton College to our beautiful waterfront at

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