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  […]

Community in Bermuda Unites to Build a Garden at The Salvation Army

Posted on 13th November 2023, by SalvationArmy.ca
volunteers dig new garden
Throughout October, The Salvation Army in Bermuda took part in the “Housing4All” Campaign. This movement brought different organizations in Bermuda together to take part in various events to raise awareness about homelessness in the country. To honour the campaign, The Salvation Army’s Emergency Housing Shelter in Pembroke, Bermuda, decided to host a volunteer event, which  […]

Salvation Army Leaders Visit Ottawa for Week at Parliament

Posted on 26th May 2023, by SalvationArmy.ca
Commissioner Floyd Tidd and Amy Fisher, housing consultant, social mission department, greet the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, minister of housing and diversity and inclusion
In May, Salvation Army leaders visited Parliament Hill in Ottawa to connect and engage with government officials, and advocate on behalf of those the Army serves across Canada. The weeklong event, which began with a reception on Monday, was attended by members of Parliament, senators, government staff, and territorial and divisional representatives, including Commissioners Floyd  […]
A room filled with prom dresses and accessories
As the end of the school year approaches, graduating high school students start looking forward to graduation and prom. And while these events are fun and memorable, sometimes finding the right dress can cause financial anxiety. To help students find affordable dresses The Salvation Army in Guelph, Ont., hosts the annual “Princess Project” event, which  […]

Public Affairs

Posted on 12th April 2023, by SalvationArmy.ca
Group shot of attendees to Salvation Army week on the hill
As one of the leading providers of social services in Canada, The Salvation Army takes pride in its commitment to serving the community. Throughout the year, public affairs has focused on strengthening relationships with government partners at all levels, advocating for those in need and increasing participation in legislative processes. With a legacy of more  […]

Celebrate the Season at Roy Thomson Hall

Posted on 24th November 2022, by SalvationArmy.ca
On Saturday, December 3, 2022, at 7:30 p.m., we invite you to join us at Roy Thomson Hall as we celebrate this joyous time of year at Christmas with The Salvation Army. From singing contemporary and traditional carols to heart-warming and inspiring songs of the season provided by special guests that include Measha Brueggergosman-Lee and  […]
three participants in festive gear
From December 4-5, 2021, participants from 37 cities across Canada came together virtually to support those in need in their communities by running the Santa Shuffle 5K Fun Run and 1K Elf Walk. Thanks to their efforts, over $350,000 was raised to support the work of The Salvation Army in shelters, community and family services  […]

Shifting to Thrifting for Waste Reduction Week

Posted on 18th October 2021, by SalvationArmy.ca
salvation army thrift store male worker hangs mens shirts while wearing a bib that says "I'll make your donation count"
Waste Reduction Week celebrates its 20th anniversary in Canada when the week-long awareness campaign begins on Monday, October 18th. While each themed day of Waste Reduction Week is important, one is especially meaningful to The Salvation Army Thrift Store, National Recycling Operations (NRO) and the work it does across the country: Textiles Tuesday. “We can  […]