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Moving to a new country will always be a daunting experience. For many families, moving to Canada usually means they must make some financial sacrifices until they can settle in. The Salvation Army in Peterborough, Ont., is ensuring  that new families in town can enjoy a wonderful holiday season with food and toys for their  […]

Bermuda’s Fill the Truck of Hope Helps Hundreds of Families this Christmas

Posted on 22nd December 2023, by SalvationArmy.ca
Salvation Army branded white van with doors open to accept donations
For over a decade, The Salvation Army in Bermuda has hosted the Fill the Truck of Hope event,which supports families with food and gifts ahead of the Christmas season. Over 800 families benefit from this initiative each year. The concept of Fill the Truck is simple. The goal is to collect donations for The Salvation  […]
Woman puts donation in Christmas kettle. Salvation Army worker in branded vest looks on
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 5 days left to reach $22 Million Goal December 19, 2023 – TORONTO – As of Monday, The Salvation Army in Canada has raised a vital $10.9 million through its iconic Christmas kettles. However, with a fundraising goal of $22 million and only 5 days left in the campaign, the organization is  […]
2023 Canadian Poverty and Socioeconomic Analysis reveals growing demand for social services, allows The Salvation Army to better serve those in need. December 18, 2023 – TORONTO – New research from The Salvation Army Canada finds Canadians are struggling to meet their basic needs with inflation, food affordability and housing security persisting as top issues.  […]

Why One Woman is Donating Her Time to The Salvation Army This Christmas

Posted on 15th December 2023, by SalvationArmy.ca
Kelley and Jordan stand by Salvation Army Christmas kettle
In 2021, Kelley Sherin moved to Victoria, B.C., to take care of her nephew Jordon, 18, who has diverse abilities. Jordon had been moving from home to home in previous years, living in different countries. Kelley felt Jordon needed stability for his wellness and became his primary caregiver and parent. When Kelley arrived in Victoria,  […]
Walmart partners with Salvation Army to double the impact
Walmart Canada to match in-store kettle donations up to $100,000 December 14, 2023 – TORONTO – In a collaborative effort to address the pressing needs of struggling Canadians during the festive season, The Salvation Army is teaming up with Walmart Canada for the 14th annual “Fill the Kettle Day on Saturday, December 16. Walmart Canada  […]

Salvation Army Christmas Gift Program Undergoes Changes to Promote Equality

Posted on 7th December 2023, by SalvationArmy.ca
Salvation Army workers stand in front of vans filled with Christmas gifts
The Salvation Army in Maple Ridge, B.C., has made some changes to its Christmas Village Gift program to ensure that all families receive an equal and fair number of gifts this Christmas. What was formerly known as the Adopt a Family program, has been renamed and sponsors help all clients instead of focusing on one  […]

Committed to the Cause

Posted on 6th December 2023, by SalvationArmy.ca
The Army honours retiring Vancouver advisory board members. In 1980, lawyer George Hungerford was approached to join The Salvation Army’s Greater Vancouver Advisory Board, a dedicated group of community leaders positioned to assist and advise the Army’s work in the community. His father served on the same board for many years and Hungerford had previously  […]