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Salvation Army International Leader Brings The Good News of Easter

Posted on 14th April 2022, by SalvationArmy.ca
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The gospel of Jesus Christ provides grace, forgiveness and reconciliation for all—wherever they are, whatever their age, no matter their circumstances. “I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes.”—Romans 1:16 My greetings to you as we recognize and celebrate Easter 2022. The  […]

Celebrating Earth Day All Month Long

Posted on 12th April 2022, by SalvationArmy.ca
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Most Canadians are familiar with the three Rs: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. These three Rs are a fundamental aspect of waste reduction strategies, and they are also a major component to the message of Earth Day (April 22), an annual international recognition dedicated to environmental awareness and action. At The Salvation Army Thrift Store, National  […]
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Kirill turned 21 days old the day he crossed the Ukrainian-Romanian border through Siret customs. He was born on March 2, in the northern region of Kyiv, Vyshorod, in a bunker of a local hospital. Valeria, age 29, his mother, says that among the first noises Kirill heard were those of rockets hitting the city.  […]

Giving Back

Posted on 25th March 2022, by SalvationArmy.ca
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The Salvation Army’s Pathway of Hope program provides intensive, personalized case management to individuals and families who have a desire to break the cycle of poverty. It is designed to strengthen whole communities, and to provide support regardless of challenging circumstances. Pathway of Hope extended to Halifax this year, and one of the first people  […]

Hope in the Time of Crisis

Posted on 25th February 2022, by SalvationArmy.ca
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NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR During the height of the pandemic, restaurants around the country had to close because they couldn’t operate safely. For the truck drivers who carry goods across Canada, this posed a huge problem—they rely on restaurants and rest stops to feed themselves while they’re out on the road. This was even more worrisome  […]

Territorial Leaders’ Statement on Crisis in Ukraine

Posted on 24th February 2022, by Salvation Army
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Commissioners Floyd and Tracey Tidd call for prayer Dear friends, We are all watching the events unfolding in Ukraine with deep concern. Our hearts are with all those who are suffering. We think particularly of Salvation Army officers, soldiers and employees who are serving in Ukraine and Russia. May God grant them his protection and  […]