Vinculum Care, LLC, a local provider of home help services, has been awarded a $211,000 grant from the IMPART Alliance, selected from a competitive pool of over 900 small business applicants. The funding will support the company’s mission to expand and improve services for seniors and individuals in need of care across St. Clair County. Key initiatives include growing its home help offerings, enhancing caregiver training programs, investing in innovative technologies such as virtual reality, and creating new job opportunities for direct care workers. “We focus on providing excellent care, and that’s only possible with well-trained direct care workers,” said Elia Hussain, CEO of Vinculum Care, LLC. “This grant allows us to continue investing in our team and the tools they need to provide compassionate, high-quality support.” The award highlights Vinculum Care’s leadership and commitment to improving long-term care services in the region.

Local businesses in Sarnia are being urged to speak out on how global tariffs are impacting day-to-day operations. The Lambton Business Collaborative is hosting a public forum on Tuesday, May 6, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Gateway Room in the St. Clair Corporate Centre. Owners and managers can share firsthand how tariffs affect their costs, planning, and competitiveness. The feedback will help shape future local advocacy and support for businesses navigating global trade pressures.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet