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"

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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Thank you for your Flower orders!  

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Wendy , Dawn and Joanne sorting the flower orders.

Happy Birthday!

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Happy 90th Birthday to Eula from the Margaret Stokes Chapter. Pictured is Eula with nephew Jaison.
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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

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IODE Margaret Stokes members present a cheque for $2000 to Parents for Parks, Petrolia.

IODE... Women dedicated to a better Canada