Celebrating 76 years of Community

Service, 1949-2025

See our Education Page for the IODE  2025 Award Recipients. 

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Wendy and Connie serving butter tarts to the Royal Kings Hussar’s soccer team
Join Us!
The IODE Margaret Stokes Chapter's Meetings are on the second Monday (except July & August) at 1:00 pm
Place: First Baptist Church, Petrolia
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email address: [email protected]

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 Welcome New Members

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President Dawn welcomes new member Carole with Membership Officer Barb and Monica.
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President Dawn and Membership officers Barb and Monica welcome new members Donna and Collen
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"
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Arena Employee Chad holds the new "Friend of IODE" window sign with Helen and Kathryn.
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IODE Margaret Stokes Chapter Post-War convenor, Jean and President Dawn present the newly donated bench to Legion President Robert White.

 IODE having Fun!

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Ready for a Mystery Tour!!

Helpful Links:
IODE Ontario and 2024 Provincial Annual Meeting http://www.iodeontario.ca
IODE Canada
Town of Petrolia

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

    Happy to be among volunteers who are:
                   Inclusive 
                  Organized 
                  Dedicated 
​                  Enthusiastic

Mark your Calendars: 

2025 Donations...

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Lambton Attack Girls Hockey Team
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Petrolia Cubs, Beavers and Scouts
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Lambton County Music Festival
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Petrolia and District Skating Club
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Petrolia Soccer Club
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Petrolia Sparks, Embers and Girl Guides
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Donation to the YMCA for the Children's Summer Camp.
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IODE Margaret Stokes Chapter members Dawn and Pat presented a cheque from donations received in memory of past member Linda Shannon. Shown are CEE hospital representatives and the Shannon family, Brian, Jennifer and Bailey.

IODE... Women dedicated to a better Canada