The Salvation Army in Edmonton held a free Christmas at the Castledowns Community Church serving up a festive meal to about 200 people from the community. The popular annual event has guests treated to a fantastic meal, Christmas cheer and fellowship. “We’re so very grateful to Chef James, at the Edmonton Inn for preparing the  […]

It’s Christmastime at The Salvation Army and every year that means a free community Christmas dinner in Edmonton. This year the popular event was held at Castledowns Church due to the LRT construction downtown. Even with the change in location, about 150 people enjoyed a traditional turkey dinner with all the fixings, served by about  […]

Every December, The Salvation Army’s Addictions and Residential Centre (ARC) in Edmonton holds a free Christmas dinner open to anyone in the community. The number of people who attend varies each year depending on weather and economic situations, and this year, 354 people enjoyed a traditional Christmas turkey dinner, served by 35 volunteers. The Salvation  […]

The Christmas season is upon us and The Salvation Army Addictions and Residential Centre (ARC) in Edmonton held their annual community Christmas dinner on Tuesday, hosting over 400 guests for a full turkey dinner with all the trimmings. Guests included many young families, those dealing with homelessness, and seniors, like 76 year-old Gladys. Gladys often  […]

Wednesday, December 4th was a big day here at The Salvation Army; volunteers were arriving, turkeys were being cooked, places were being set, all in anticipation of the hundreds of Edmontonians in need of a Christmas dinner. A tradition spanning at least the past 20 years (we’ve lost count!), The Salvation Army Addictions & Residential  […]

Winnipeg, MB – With outside temperatures plunging, the residents of the Winnipeg Hotel Group found themselves in a tight spot when the heating system in their complex gave out this past week. Very quickly 14 people found themselves without a roof over their heads through no fault of their own. Like so many others in  […]