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Limited Tickets Left In 'Backyard Makeover Lottery'

Tickets are going fast for the Communities in Bloom's first-ever "Backyard Makeover Lottery."

Chair Anne Marie Gillis says their partnership with Degroots and the Rotary Club of Sarnia will see proceeds from $10 tickets go to improve signage initially at Germain Park.

"The lucky winner of this backyard lottery makeover will work in conjunction with members of DeGroot's team and come up with a fabulous makeover for their yard."

Tickets will be available until this Friday, May 7th at DeGroot's or until they sell out.

The winning ticket will be drawn this Sunday, Mother's Day

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