Lori Fleming of DuPont Canada (left) and Mary Thomas of The Salvation Army, joined by Major Byron Jacobs, hold two of the more than 5,200 new blankets donated by DuPont for distribution in cities across Canada.

TORONTO, Ontario, March 4, 2008 – Salvation Army community and family service centres across Canada are helping to put some warmth into winter – especially for marginalized families, people in shelters and the homeless – thanks to a donation of more than 5,200 DuPont™ FlameResist™ Blankets.

”The Salvation Army is very grateful to DuPont for this generous donation,” said Graham Moore, Territorial Secretary for Public Relations and Development. “It has been a difficult winter and while something as simple as a blanket is often taken for granted, it can make a huge difference during these cold months for those that truly need our help.”

“DuPont is pleased to be able to donate these blankets to the Salvation Army, and particularly given the severe winter conditions this year when there is a great need,” said Lori Fleming, market development manager – DuPont Consumer Safety Business. “We know that the Salvation Army will get the blankets to people who most need them for their comfort, warmth and protection.” The DuPont™ FlameResist™ Blankets are soft, warm and hypoallergenic. They are knit with an inherently flame resistant fibre and not chemically treated.

The Salvation Army will be distributing the blankets in a number of cities across Canada, such as Toronto, Hamilton, St. Catherines, Winnipeg, Calgary, Edmonton and Burnaby.

About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is an international Christian organization that began its work in Canada in 1882 and has grown to become the largest non-governmental direct provider of social services in the country. The Salvation Army gives hope and support to vulnerable people today and everyday in 400 communities across Canada and 113 countries around the world. The Salvation Army offers practical assistance for children and families, often tending to the basic necessities of life, provides shelter for homeless people and rehabilitation for people who have lost control of their lives to an addiction.

When you give to The Salvation Army, you are investing in the future of marginalized and overlooked people in your community.

About DuPont
DuPont is a science-based products and services company. Founded in 1802, DuPont puts science to work by creating sustainable solutions essential to a better, safer, healthier life for people everywhere. Operating in more than 70 countries, DuPont offers a wide range of innovative products and services for markets including agriculture and food; building and construction; communications; and transportation.

Contacts:
Andrew Burditt
Territorial Public Relations Director
Headquarters for Canada & Bermuda
The Salvation Army
416-422-6208

Roger Goodman
Public Affairs Manager
DuPont Canada
905-821-5625