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  • Sept 18 2025: Your Voice in Chatham-Kent

    When decisions are informed by people who reflect the range of communities, perspectives, and experiences in Chatham-Kent, municipal policies and services work for more people.

    Many newcomers don't know that there are ways that they can get involved in decision-making in Chatham-Kent, even if they are not Canadian citizens yet. Municipal engagement can take on different forms, whether it's watching or sharing your thoughts at Council meetings, joining Committees of Council, voting or running for Council.

    During this session, newcomers will learn how to participate in the decision-making process in Chatham-Kent, regardless of their immigration status.

    Learn more and register on EventBrite.

  • September 19, 2025: Take Back The Night


    September 19, 2025, 7-11PM

    Shatter the Silence. End the violence. Take back the night.

    A celebration for all!

    Begins at the WISH Centre, 177 King Street East, Chatham.

    More information or register on Event Brite.

    Come together to reclaim the night, standing up against gender-based violence. Free to attend for all. March and rally, share stories, and support each other. Together, we can work towards a safer community.

    Free cowbells, noise makers, glow sticks, and whistles will be available before the march.

    Limited number of pre-made signs available, but you can also make your own.




  • Oct 21 2025: Lead with Pride - How to get (more) involved with municipal government


    Help shape the community you want to be part of!

    Tuesday, October 21, 7:00 PM, In-person at Bill's Place (48 Centre Street) and online (Teams meeting)

    A partnership between CK Pride and the Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Open to 2SLGBTQIA+ people and allies.

    Registration required. Register here: Lead with Pride: How to become (more) involved in municipal government

    When decisions are informed by people who reflect the range of communities, perspectives, and experiences in Chatham-Kent, municipal policies and services work for more people.

    Join Judy Smith, Director of Municipal Governance with the Municipality of Chatham-Kent and municipal Councillors Alysson Storey and Brock McGregor to learn about the many ways you can be involved in the Municipality of Chatham-Kent. From watching a Council meeting, making a deputation, contacting your local municipal Councillors, voting in municipal elections, joining a Committee of Council, or running for Council, learn ways to bring your perspectives forward!

    In-person or online. Light refreshments provided in-person.

    For more information contact Rebecca Haskell-Thomas, Program Manager, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice, Municipality of Chatham-Kent DEIJ@chatham-kent.ca or 226.312.2023 x. 2447

  • Homelessness Response Toolkit

    Reach Out Chatham-Kent (R.O.C.K) has designed a Homelessness Response Toolkit for local businesses, organizations, and area residents better understand and engage with local homelessness response efforts. The goal is to provide practical guidance, reduce stigma, and encourage compassionate and informed interactions with individuals experiencing homelessness.

    The kit includes a quick reference postcard with information on who to call in specific situations, including phone numbers for outreach services, sharps clean-up, shelter, and other essential resources, ensuring that businesses and community members have immediate access to support when needed.

    Digital copies can be accessed at www.reachoutck.com/resources.

  • New website: Free Food Resources in CK

    Flyer promoting the website with free food resources in Chatham-Kent. All text is included below.


    The Municipality of Chatham-Kent's Employment and Social Services program has created a website with information for people who may need food assistance, including resources like:

    • food banks
    • little free pantries
    • soup kitchens
    • food voucher programs
    • drop-in/outreach services.

    Visit www.chatham-kent.ca/EmergencyFood or scan the QR code above to go to the website.

    These services are here to support individuals and families in our community. Whether you're in immediate need or looking for ongoing assistance, there are options available to help you.

  • New Report: Food Insecurity in Chatham-Kent

    An infographic summarizing key findings of the fully report. Contact CK Public Health to get this information in an alternative format.


    At the February 2025 Board of Health meeting, CK Public Health released a report about household food insecurity in Chatham-Kent. A few key findings included:

    • 1 in 5 households in CK are food insecure
    • Many people in CK don't have enough money to buy food
    • The root cause of food insecurity is poverty
    • Emergency food charity is not a long-term solution.

    The report calls on community members and organizations to learn about food insecurity, talk to friends, family, and colleagues about the true causes of food insecurity, and advocate for income solutions.

    Find the full report, the above infographic, and more information on the CK Public Health website.

  • New Local Book Club: Unbound

    Flyer for the book club. All text below. Flyer has a stack of books on the left side of the page and text on the right.


    New! Unbound Book Club.

    For people who may feel bound by the lack of accessibility in our works, join to explore new worlds, unique stories and meet new characters through the word of books.

    For young adults (18+) who have a disability or are an ally for the disability community.


    September Book Club Pick: The Reading List, by Sara Nisha Adams.

    Books chosen based on availability in both print and audiobook formats.

    September 18, 2024, 7-9PM. Turns & Tales Bookstore. 213 King St W, Unit 2, Chatham.

    For more information contact 226-626-6585 or erin.genge@gmail.com


    Future meeting dates:

    October 23, 2024; November 20, 2024; December 18, 2024.