Cultural Services
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- The Judith and Norman Alix Art Gallery, Lambton Heritage Museum and Lambton County Archives are reopening to the public on Wednesday, August 4, 2021. Learn more in the news release.
- The Oil Museum of Canada, National Historic Site, remains closed as a significant renovation is completed. The Museum will be reopening in the coming weeks with an improved facility and new exhibit.
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Lambton County Library will reopen nine additional sites in September, making all 25 library locations open to the public beginning the week of September 7, 2021. The remaining nine locations will join the other sites in offering: curbside pickup service, in-person browsing as capacity limits allow and scheduled computer use, wi-fi use and academic research. For more information on locations and updated hours of operation visit lclibrary.ca.
- Sarnia Library Theatre has reopened for performances with live audiences, however several COVID-19 restrictions remain in place including 50% capacity limits, and requirements to wear face masks and maintain physical distance. Learn more on the Sarnia Library Theatre webpage.
The Cultural Service Division asks patrons to familiarize themselves with its guidelines to ensure cultural facilities remain a safe place for all visitors and staff. The full list of guidelines is available on the library, museum, gallery and archives websites.
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Finance, Facilities and Court Services
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Court Services
- Court Services Department public service counter is now open for in-person administration services and in-person fine payments. The Court Services Department is currently located at the Western Sarnia-Lambton Research Park, Building 1020, Suite 200 S. Hours of operation are from Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Updates on public access, in-person court appearances, attending virtual court proceedings and online payments can be found at lambtononline.ca/courtservices. Additional updates will be provided as they become available.
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Infrastructure & Development Services
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Building Services
- Building, plumbing, and septic system permits by way of email, courier and in person application submission. Please call our office at 519-845-5420 for direction and assistance.
- All inspections are to be requested and arranged by phone. Please call 519-845-5420.
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Long-Term Care
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- There are restrictions on visitor access to Lambton County Long-Term Care Homes. Please call the Home you wish to visit for more information.
- Adult Day Programs are currently paused, until further notice.
- Lambton County Connects (virtual Adult Day Program) is operating with an enhanced program schedule. French programs have been added to the current program offering.
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Public Health Services
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Office restrictions or closures:
- Lambton Public Health - access to the main office at 160 Exmouth Street in Point Edward will be restricted to the public by appointment only. Call-in options are available.
- Petrolia sub-office at 450 Blanche St. will be CLOSED.
- Forest sub-office at 59 King St. W. will be CLOSED.
Suspended programs or services:
- Prenatal Classes
- Ask a Public Health Nurse: Parent Drop-In sessions
- Early ON Drop-in support
- School Screening for Dental or Vision
- Routine/School Immunizations
- All drop-in clinic visits
Modified access to some programs or services:
Call for an appointment or get more information at 519-383-8331 or toll free 1-800-667-1839. Services are provided during standard business hours of 8:30 .a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Please note wait times may vary due to a current high volume of calls.
Full details and options at https://lambtonpublichealth.ca/restricted-access/.
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Social Services
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All social assistance, housing, homelessness prevention and children's services will be available by phone or email. Staff are contacting current clients to advise them of these changes.
Please reach out to our Social Services Division departments using the contact information below:
Phone: 519-344-2062 ext. 2100
Email: socialservices@county-lambton.on.ca
These services remain available by phone or email to all Lambton County residents who suddenly find themselves in need of financial assistance, food security or housing stability. See the Social Services options flyer for additional details.
Homelessness Prevention and Children's Services
- Early ON Child and Family programming is being offered virtually for the time being. In-person programming continues to be suspended at this time
- New applicants for the Child Care Fee Subsidy can complete their application online at www.LambtonOneHSN.com. For ongoing Fee Subsidy families, please contact your caseworker for assistance by phone or email.
Ontario Works
- Ontario Works is open by appointment as well as by telephone or email.
- If you need Ontario Works assistance you can apply online at www.ontario.ca/socialassistance or contact the Ontario Works application line at 519-344-2062. If you are already receiving Ontario Works assistance connect with your caseworker by phone 519-344-2062, email or by text at 1-226-212-7286.
- Documents including income reporting statements can be submitted electronically via email to your caseworker, through a MyBenefits account, by regular mail, or placed in the drop box located on Lochiel St. off of Christina St.
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Payments are being sent via direct bank deposit, reloadable payment cards or mail. Notify your caseworker of any changes to your address or banking information immediately. If you do not have direct bank deposit or a reloadable payment card, contact your caseworker to get set up with one of these convenient payment options.
- MyBenefits is an online account which allows you to receive information about your Ontario Works assistance, submit income reporting and shelter expense changes, as well as communicate and share documents with your caseworker. To register for MyBenefits please visit www.ontario.ca/MyBenefits or for more information about MyBenefits please connect with your caseworker.
- The Lambton Works Centre is currently under construction. Please connect with your caseworker for information on available education, training, and employment support opportunities.
Lambton Circles
Housing Services
- The Housing Services Department has cancelled all non-essential office visits. Current tenants should contact the office by phone or email. Those wishing to apply for rent geared-to-income assistance or other housing related programs can access information online or contact the office at 519-344-2062 ext. 2200.
Sarnia-Lambton Local Immigration Partnership (LIP)
- All Sarnia-Lambton LIP activities and meetings will continue virtually for the foreseeable future.
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