The Canadian Disaster Response Team to partner.

Posted on 3rd July 2012, by British Columbia
The Canadian Disaster Response Team is pleased to announce to that it has entered into a memorandum of understanding with The Salvation Army in Canada that provides a framework for partnership and cooperation between the two organizations in providing assistance to future disaster victims. The Canadian Disaster Response Team (CDRT) and The Salvation Army inCanadawill  […]
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Pushing for Change.

Posted on 27th June 2012, by British Columbia
The Salvation Army is proud to partner with The Push for Change in supporting a summer “warm up” training trek which will take place between Calgary to Vancouver. Joe Roberts was formerly homeless inVancouver’s Downtown Eastside and, with the help of The Salvation Army along the way, is now a successful business man.  He created  […]
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Assistance needed in Campbell River.

Posted on 27th June 2012, by British Columbia
With donations down, The Campbell River Salvation Army is asking the community for help re-stocking their food pantry as supplies diminish.  “We have seen a change in demographics recently with an increase in lower income families with children accessing our services,” said family services in-take worker Betty Tiede. “It’s becoming more of a challenge to  […]
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Powell River fire.

Posted on 26th June 2012, by British Columbia
A fire took place on Tuesday, June 19th at Villa Anna Apartments at4465 Michigan Avenue in Powell River, BC. All 35 apts. were evacuated with no injuries or asualties. As a result, 45 people have been evacuated and are staying in hotels or with family at this time. Captain Rick Robins of The Salvation Army  […]
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Shelter to be open 24/7 in Comox Valley.

Posted on 26th June 2012, by British Columbia
An agreement has been made between The Province and The Salvation Army to keep The Salvation Army’s homeless shelter in Courtenay open round-the-clock. The shelter, on Pidcock Avenue, was a night-only facility up until last winter. Since, BC Housing has agreed to provide funds for it to stay open during the daytime after Courtenay City  […]
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Thank You CKNW.

Posted on 25th June 2012, by British Columbia
Thank you for the continual support offered by CKNW in supporting the work The Salvation does and those we help in our communities through the CKNW Orphans’ Fund. A little about their long history and how they help … Mission: The CKNW Orphans’ Fund are dedicated to enhancing the lives of children with physical, mental  […]
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Blazin’ Sally wins People’s Choice!

Posted on 14th June 2012, by British Columbia
On Saturday, June 9th, Westsong Community Church participated in the 8th annual Chili Cook Off hosted by The Rotary Club of West Shore! Westsong entered their chili, Blazin’ Sally, competing against over 15 other teams.  The signature, Blazin’ Sally succeeded with top honours as the audience voted it 1st place for the coveted People’s Choice  […]
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The Salvation Army in Canada Celebrates 130 Years of Service.

Posted on 12th June 2012, by British Columbia
The Salvation Army began its work in Canadain 1882, and as the organization celebrates its 130th anniversary this June, there have been numerous past accomplishments to celebrate, but there is also much to look forward to in the future! In adopting Founder William Booth’s philosophy to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of all  […]
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Amazing Adventure coming to Maple Ridge.

Posted on 7th June 2012, by British Columbia
On June 9th, The Caring Place is hosting its own version of TV’s Amazing Race.  The Amazing Adventure was born from The Caring Place staff members’ affection for the popular TV show. TheCaring Placestaff thought it would be unique to bring similar experience and adventure to Maple Ridge.  Shared Public Relations Coordinator Amelia Norrie, “we  […]
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The torch is lit for the BC Seniors Games.

Posted on 1st June 2012, by British Columbia
The Salvation Army is proud to be a part of the 2012 BC Seniors Games hosted by Burnaby, British Columbia from August 21 to 25. The BC Seniors Games are an annual, multi-sport event hosted by a different BC Community each year. They are one of the largest Games organized within BC with an expected 4000  […]
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