Retired Naval Commander Sails Into Volunteer Life
Early retirement has been good to Roger Girouard, the former commander of Maritime Forces Pacific. The Montreal-born Girouard bid farewell to the navy in 2007 after a 34-year career.
Salvation Army Clinic in Haiti Prepares for Possible Influx of Cholera Patients
The Salvation Army clinic in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, led by Dr Danielle Prosper, is preparing to treat a possible influx of cholera patients. In recent weeks Haiti has experienced a rise in the number of people contracting cholera. It is primarily … Read more
A Generous Donation
On Friday, October 1, 2010, during the 44th edition of the “Journée fèves au lard”, representatives of the Montreal Policeman’s Brotherhood (FPPM) stopped at The Salvation Army’s warehouse in Montreal, to donate $5,500 worth of food products, consisting of pork … Read more
How to Choose a Charity? Why Choose The Salvation Army?
One of the amazing features of Canadians is the extent to which people reach beyond families and friends to contribute to others through charitable giving.
What Makes a Charity Worth Your Support?
According to Statistics Canada, 84% of the population aged 15 and over make financial donations to charitable or other non-profit organizations. So, what makes a charity worth your support? The Canada Revenue Agency maintains a searchable list of Canadian charities … Read more
Booth University College Record Enrolment
The Salvation Army’s Booth University College in Winnipeg has reached a record enrolment with a 37 per cent increase in new campus-based students entering the institution this fall. Booth University College has about 500 students, or about 250 full-time-equivalent students. … Read more
The Salvation Army Announces Hurricane Igor Assistance Strategy
The Salvation Army is pleased to announce specific strategies in regards to disbursing funds donated to victims of Hurricane Igor.
Have you been cyber bullied?
Millions of people will wake up today knowing they will be bullied before the day is over. And, the number of bullies is growing because of technology. Recently, cyber bullying has resulted in several suicides. The Salvation Army strives to … Read more
The Toronto Argonauts Serve Dinner for The Salvation Army
TORONTO, Oct. 12 /CNW/ – The Toronto Argonauts will partner once again with The Salvation Army on October 16, 2010 to serve a community dinner for more than 600 at The Salvation Army Toronto Harbour Light Ministries, 160 Jarvis Street, … Read more