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March, 2026

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Month of La Francophonie

This spring festival of song and music is organized by a non-profit organization that supports emerging artists in the music world and has contributed to the development of Franco-Ontarian culture and music since 1973.

When: March 21, 2026

March 4th—7th, 2026Le Studio Desjardins

Giant Mine is a co-production by Marie-Ève Fontaine and the Nouvel-Ontario Theatre. In 2020, Marie-Ève is in Yellowknife in the Northwest Territories. There, she learns about the existence of the Giant Mine, located on the shores of Great Slave Lake. It is said that a monster lives under the ground of the old gold mine… This monster is 237,000 tons of arsenic trioxide, a very toxic by-product of gold extraction. The thawing of the permafrost worries scientists: what will happen if the lake water reaches the arsenic cavities? A potential disaster for the ecosystem and the surrounding communities.

March 17th, 2026 from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm

Le Studio Desjardins

Our sweet little concert series has been a big success! Au bistro des découvertes, as the name implies, is a place for discoveries in music, but also just a nice place to spend an evening. Our audience feedback tells us that this series has a uniquely personal and relaxed vibe that keeps them coming back.

The secret to this special ambiance? It’s the special camaraderie among musicians. The formula is as follows: a well-known figure in Francophone musical circles invites us to meet a lesser-known, yet highly talented musical acquaintance. A high-school friend. A rising star. A talented back-up band member. A dream-come-true stage partner. One thing is sure: it will be a memorable encounter.

Along with their musical recommendations, the host artists also share their food preferences by composing the evening’s meal menu. Their chosen dish and drinks evoke memories of travel and family gatherings or their go-to comfort food. Even the recorded music in the background during the meal is the host artist’s playlist. The overall effect is a special impression, as if we’ve been invited into a star’s inner circle.

March 25th—26th, 2026 Le Studio Desjardins

On March 25 and 26, 2026, AFMO will bring together municipal leaders, managers, and partners from across Ontario for a strategic congress focused on innovation, influence, and the lasting impact of Francophone and Francophile municipalities.

This flagship event will be a prime opportunity to anticipate challenges, co-create concrete solutions, and strengthen the alliances that will shape the municipal development of Francophone Ontario in the coming years.

Save the dates: March 25-26, 2026

Location: Sudbury, Ontario

If you would like to pay by cheque or bank transfer, please email admin@afmo-on.ca for further instructions. Space is limited.

March 28th, 2026 from 10:30 am until 11:30 amLa Grande Salle

Parole d’eau is a co-production of Théâtre Motus and Djarama. Two friends, Mamby and Hélène, one lives in Senegal, the other in Canada. They have in common burning feet, one on hot sand, the other in her winter boots! What sets them apart is that one lives in the abundance of water, snow, ice, while the other goes to fetch water, which she carries in basins.

“MAMBY: I think that water transmits everything we say. Water understands all languages.”

This precious liquid, which is lacking in many places, is the main character of this show for children aged 6 to 12 and their families.

2026 International Women’s Day Gala

Sat Mar 07 2026 at 05:00 pm to 11:00 pm UTC-05:00

Caruso Club – Società Caruso | Sudbury

The Società Caruso will host a heartfelt and vibrant celebration of International Women’s Day March 8 with Pranzo della Donna.Beginning at 11 a.m. in the Upper Hall, this special brunch event invites the entire community — women, men, and children — to gather in honour of the remarkable women who have shaped our families, our culture and our city.

International Women’s Day is recognized globally as a time to celebrate the social, cultural, economic, artistic and political achievements of women.

At the Caruso Club, that celebration takes on a deeply personal meaning. For generations, Italian women have been the quiet architects of our community — preserving language, traditions, recipes, faith, and family values while helping build the social and cultural foundations of Sudbury.

International Women’s Day Celebration & Fashion Show with Black LABB Spring/Summer

Sun Mar 08 2026 at 11:00 am to 04:00 pm UTC-04:00

Days Inn By Wyndham & Conference Centre Sudbury | Sudbury

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

September 30

The Indian Residential School system operated across Canada between the 1870s and the 1990s. Indian Residential Schools were created to separate Indigenous children from their families and communities, and to systematically strip away their traditions, cultural practices and languages.

September 10

World Suicide Prevention Day

Join Suicide Safer Network, and community organizations, on September 6 for a family-friendly event to raise awareness about suicide, its impact, and efforts to destigmatize suicide.

Together we can #StartTheConversation by changing the narrative on suicide. By initiating these vital conversations, we can break down barriers, raise awareness, and create better cultures of understanding and support.

Come out and enjoy community booths, snacks, prizes, and more!… We look forward to seeing you there!

The commemoration in 2025 will take place at the New Sudbury Centre on September 6 from 10 am – 6 pm. It is a family friendly event.

“Creating hope Through Action”

An estimated 703,000 people a year take their life around the world. For every suicide, there are likely 20 other people making a suicide attempt and many more have serious thoughts of suicide. Millions of people suffer intense grief or are otherwise profoundly impacted by suicidal behaviours.

Each suicidal death is a public health concern with a profound impact on those around them. By raising awareness, reducing the stigma around suicide, and encouraging well-informed action, we can reduce instances of suicide around the world.
World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) was established in 2003 by the International Association for Suicide Prevention in conjunction with the World Health Organization (WHO). The 10th of September each year focuses attention on the issue, reduces stigma and raises awareness among organizations, government, and the public, giving a singular message that suicide can be prevented.

We can all play a role in supporting those experiencing a suicidal crisis or those bereaved by suicide whether as a member of society, as a child, as a parent, as a friend, as a colleague or as a person with lived experience. We can all encourage understanding about the issue, reach in to people who are struggling, and share our experiences. We can all create hope through action and be the light. (ref. World Health organization www.who.int/campaigns/world-suicide-prevention-day/2022)

COMMEMORATION OF PRISONERS JUSTICE DAY (August)

The John Howard Society of Sudbury , many other agencies and community members commemorated Prisoner Justice Day commemoration on Friday, August 8 on the front lawn of the Sudbury Jail. Many thanks to all who attended and to the Ministry of the Solicitor General/Sudbury Jail for giving us the opportunity to use the front lawn of the Sudbury Jail.

Bingo at Delta Bingo Gaming Sudbury

Every month at Delta Bingo

Every week, on Thursday we sponsor a bingo at Delta Bingo Gaming Sudbury. Join us for a great time ! Would you like to volunteer ? Call Sara at the John Howard Society.

January 25^this the 40^th anniversary of Delta Bingo and Gaming in Sudbury. First, as many of us remember there was Bingo One, the “One” place to be in Sudbury. Then there was Boardwalk Gaming Sudbury and now Delta Bingo and Gaming has become an important fixture in our community for charitable organization’s fundraising.

Did You Know ? …

You can contact the JHS at any time for information on the criminal justice system. We are the leaders in the field of community criminal justice.

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