More Than 25 People Stroll By Dying Homeless Hero
On April 25, more than 20 pedestrians strolled by a 31-year-old heroic homeless man as he lay dying in a pool of blood on a New York City street. No-one stopped to help.
Salvation Army Helps Addict Replace Despair with Dignity
Mark Love can’t remember committing a serious crime. He was blacked out drunk. When he was arrested the next day he was told a weapon was involved.
Salvation Army Qinghai Earthquake Relief
A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck the Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of Yushu in Qinghai Province on Wednesday, April 14. More than 400 lives were claimed and 10,000 people were injured. The local Salvation Army responded with the provision of basic … Read more
Community development, not charity, touted by Salvation Army commissioner
Eradicating poverty, be it on the streets of Victoria or in Third World countries, is not about bricks and mortar or dollars. Rather, it’s about creating a community in which people have reasons to value their lives, says Salvation Army … Read more
The Salvation Army Annual Appointment Changes 2010
Visit Salvationist.ca for a list of Salvation Army officer appointments within the Canada and Bermuda Territory
Maritimes Celebrate 125 years – Rooted in Hope
This year marks the 125th Anniversary of The Salvation Army ‘opening fire’ in the Maritime Division. In those early years, there was much curiosity about their methods and message but the seed of Salvationism took root. It has stood the … Read more
Salvation Army Officer to Receive Honorary Degree for Extraordinary Service
For her service to medicine and to Africa, Major Dr. Dawn Howse will be awarded an honorary doctor of laws degree from St. John’s Memorial University. The ceremony will take place on Thursday, May 27 at the 10 a.m. session … Read more
Salvation Army Policy Promotes Responsible Environmental Stewardship
Earth Day, April 22, is a day designed to inspire awareness and appreciation for the earth’s environment. The Salvation Army believes that good earth-keeping is essential to the Christian faith and continues to fulfill its mission
Salvation Army Volunteers Named “Volunteer of the Year”
National Volunteer Week, April 18-24, is the biggest celebration of volunteers and volunteerism in Canada. The Salvation Army recognizes and celebrates the achievements and hard work of its volunteers
A Plan to Help the Homeless
Would a small wage for homeless people get them off the streets, educated and self-sufficient?