Charities feeling the pinch of tough economic times

Hamilton – After decades of everyone demanding more, suddenly there is no more. With profits and pay raises down, many companies and individuals are cutting back their charitable donations and that’s just making a bad situation worse, says Murray Martin. … Read more

Centre of Hope awarded top marks

London – The Salvation Army Centre of Hope in London has received the highest marks ever given during an internal army evaluation of facilities across Canada, the regional commander said yesterday. The centre at 281 Wellington St., near Horton Street, … Read more

Honour a Volunteer on Twitter!

In 2008, volunteer positions with The Salvation Army gave a total of 1.4 million man hours. Volunteers come from a variety of backgrounds, giving their personal time and skills to the community.

Salvation Army Tsunami Project Closes

After four years of meeting the needs of South Asia tsunami victims, The Salvation Army’s most extensive reconstruction and rehabilitation project is coming to a close.

Volunteers Turn Compassion into Action

The work of the volunteer is essential to the services provided by The Salvation Army. National Volunteer Week, April 19-25, gives The Salvation Army an opportunity to honour those who give willingly to the front lines of all our services.

Salvation Army Expands its Work to 118 Countries

UK – The Salvation Army is officially opening its work in Nepal, South Asia. Nepal is one of the Himalayan Kingdoms and has recently become a democracy. The question of whether The Salvation Army could become established in Nepal has … Read more

Volunteering central to ministry

Ontario – Volunteerism has been a central part of The Salvation Army’s ministry since its beginning in 1865 when it was originally known as the Christian Mission. The Salvation Army in Owen Sound and Port Elgin have seen some truly … Read more

Salvation Army Focuses on Recovery Needs in Manitoba Flood Zone

Manitoba – As water levels across southern Manitoba are declining slowly, The Salvation Army is moving from emergency relief to recovery operations. “We anticipate that approximately 150 evacuee families will need assistance,” says Captain Les Marshall, Divisional Secretary for Public … Read more

Amazing Grace

2009 Flood Response – “OPERATION WE CARE”

(Winnipeg, Manitoba – April 16, 2009) – As the Manitoba flood of 2009 continues to unfold, many people are faced with multiple threats. Rising river levels, overland flooding, and ice jams continue to create havoc for many. Some have been … Read more