Last Christmas, Andrea looked forward to watching her kids scramble out of bed on Christmas morning to see what Santa had left under the tree. But, this year is different. Due to unexpected financial setbacks the single parent of six has had to ask for help, and The Salvation Army is making her stressful situation  […]

This Christmas season, The Salvation Army and Build-A-Bear Workshop are giving the gift of teddy-bear hugs to vulnerable families and children across Canada. Between November 1 and December 14, you are invited to drop off a new, unwrapped toy, or make and purchase a furry friend to be distributed by The Salvation Army to local  […]

In high school, Robin’s distorted self-image lead to an eating disorder. Today, at 21, she has turned her life around and this Christmas season is volunteering with The Salvation Army to help others find strength during some of their most difficult days. “Christmas is a happy time for many people, but for those living in  […]

Volunteering and giving back is one of the most meaningful gifts you can give this Christmas. As The Salvation Army embarks on its Christmas campaign, it relies on volunteers to make Christmas memorable for people in need. From assisting on our iconic red kettles, to feeding the hungry, to sorting toys and packing food hampers,  […]

With a lead gift of $50,000 from Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life, The Salvation Army’s fundraising efforts focus on ending poverty in Canada Toronto, ON November 17, 2014 – The Salvation Army launched its national Christmas Kettle Campaign today, marking the 124th year that the organization has sought donations from the public to  […]

On Saturday, December 6, in 41 cities across Canada, approximately 16,000 runners will help change a life and support vulnerable families living in poverty. In partnership with Running Room Ltd., The Salvation Army’s Santa Shuffle 5K Fun Run & 1K Elf Walk is designed to raise funds for Salvation Army social and community programs. Participants  […]

For one day a group of men at the Salvation Army’s Ottawa Booth Centre had the opportunity to be pampered. “Everybody deserves to feel worthy and is worthy of the help that’s out there,” said Eugene Schertzberg. Schertzberg was one of over 80 clients of The Salvation Army Ottawa Booth Centre who attended the second  […]

TORONTO, Nov. 10, 2014 /CNW/ – Today, one in 11 Canadians live in poverty. The Salvation Army recognizes that poverty is a critical issue, and that everyone has a right to access basic necessities such as nutritious food, health care, education, and economic opportunity. The Salvation Army is declaring that It’s Time to End Poverty. On Wednesday,  […]

Remembrance Day is upon us and, with two recent tragic deaths, Canadians are even more aware of the sacrifices our military men and women are called upon to make to secure our peace and freedom. Today, The Salvation Army, along with hundreds of Canadians will honour and remember those who have served, and continue to  […]

In direct response to clients’ feedback about what their needs were, The Salvation Army’s food bank in Penticton, B.C. has produced a series of five cookbooks. “The cookbooks are aimed at providing people with a variety of simple recipes for goods commonly received at food banks,” says Barb Stewart, food bank coordinator. The project has  […]