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Updates & Upcoming Events

Rayjon’s Statement on the Rise of Anti-Haitian Hate

We at Rayjon are concerned about the increase of violent hatred towards immigrant communities, especially Haitian diaspora communities in the United States and Canada. This has come to the international spotlight following recent outrageous remarks regarding Haitian...

Trail & Ale 2024 – Registration now open!

Registration for the 5th Anniversary Trail and Ale for Rayjon is now open! 5 or 10 K, Walk or Run. Live or Virtual. Local craft beer, unique trail route, awesome merch, free kids' run and more! Participants 19+ receive 1 can of local craft beer with...

DeGroot’s – Rayjon Plant Sale (2024)

Join us for the 15th Annual Rayjon-DeGroot's plant sale Friday, May 24 8AM-6PM Saturday, May 25 8AM-6PM Sunday, May 26 9AM-4PM (*while supplies last) at DeGroot's Nurseries 1840 London Line in Sarnia We are once again offering beautiful, sun-loving and...

Welcoming our next Executive Director

We’re thrilled to share with our community of supporters that we have confirmed selection of Rayjon’s next Executive Director. Please join us in extending a very warm welcome to Allison Kingston! Allison is not a new face to Rayjon. She has been an active volunteer...

Cap Haitian: Another Haiti

Cap Haitian: Another Haiti by Peterson Benjamin "There are these corners of land in Haiti, sheltered from decibels of erupting confusion, where dignity prevails."Did you know that the Republic of Haiti is not just Port-au-Prince? Haiti is also this tropical island...

Culture & Cuisine Is Back!

We're thrilled to announce the return of Culture and Cuisine, with our first event of 2024 Culture & Cuisine: India on Saturday, April 13, 2024. Join us for an unforgettable evening as we explore India through an expertly crafted menu, authentic music and dance,...