Celebrating 72 years of Community

Service, 1949-2021

WELCOME !
 " Women dedicated to a better Canada" is our National motto.   IODE Margaret Stokes Chapter is a diverse group of women in a small Ontario town who like to have fun and at the same time help our local community. 

                Our motto is "United for Service"

Welcome New Members
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Membership Officers Barb Stewart and Monica Deighton welcome our newest members; Mary Jane, Betty, Ann Marie and Ramona. We are pleased to have you in our chapter.

Donating for World Health Day...

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In celebration of World Health Day, a cheque to the Petrolia Food Bank was donated by President Wendy Loosley, Treasurer Joanne Brand and Services officer Janet Hext of the IODE Margaret Stokes Chapter. Receiving on behalf of the Petrolia Food Bank is manager Sandra Hartman (left)
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IODE Margaret Stokes members Suzzane, Joanne and Wendy (pictured on right side) presented a cheque for $500 to Queen Elizabeth II School for their snack programme. Accepting the cheque are two parent volunteers and Principal, Kevin Chambers.

We Remember...

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IODE Members and friends stand in front of the crosses and cenotaph at Hillsdale Cemetary. See full picture on projects page.
Join Us!
The IODE Margaret Stokes Chapter's Meetings are on the second Monday (except July & August) at 7:00 pm
Place: Queen Victoria Apartments, Meeting Room, Petrolia
​    Meetings have changed due to Covid-19 regulations. 
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email address: iodemargaretstokes@gmail.com

We are...
​Founded in 1900, IODE Canada is a national women's charitable organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals through education support, community service, and citizenship programs.

IODE Margaret Stokes Chapter, a branch of the National Chapter, received its charter in March, 1949, in Petrolia, Ontario
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Last Chance this year to
​purchase Butter Tarts. 
We will be at the Farmers Market on December 4, starting at 10:00 a.m. with 100 dozen tarts. 
First come... First served.  $15/dozen

Thank you for your past apple pie and butter tart orders this past year.  Your support is appreciated.  Funds are used for our local community projects and education awards. 
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Volunteers from the Legion and IODE worked together to put over 400 crosses at Hillsdale Cemetery, Petrolia
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President Wendy and Monica selling 50-50 tickets at the Petrolia Farmers' Market.

Thank you for your support in our 50-50 draw at the Petrolia Farmers' Market. The winner of $121.50 on Saturday, July 31 was Dawn Hammond of Petrolia.  Congratulations Dawn!  

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The IODE Margaret Stokes and IODE Hon. Malcolm Cameron Chapters purchased school supplies to be sent to our Provincial office to forward to schools and nursing stations in Northern Ontario.

Helpful Links:
IODE Ontario and 2021 Provincial Annual Meeting http://www.iodeontario.ca
IODE Canada
Peacekeeper Park
IODE Sarnia-Lambton Municipal
Town of Petrolia

IODE... Women dedicated to a better Canada