For the second consecutive year, The Salvation Army has declared May as Dignity Month. May 6th – 11th is Mental Health Awareness Week and May 11th has been declared as “STIGMA STOMPDAY” by the City of Victoria. Stigma Stomp Day was established in order to educate the public in order to stomp out the stigmas  […]

For the second consecutive year, The Salvation Army is celebrating May as Dignity Month.  InVancouver, The Salvation Army in partnership with local pop up shop Cartems Donuterie, will be honoring this occasion by giving hope and donuts in the Downtown core on Tuesday, May 15th between11.30amand1.15pm Distributing FREE mini ‘Sally Ann’ red velvet donuts to  […]

Partnering with Ken Lavigne, The Salvation Army spoke about the importance to Keep Holding On when faced with a difficult time in your life. Ken Lavigne, in his first public speaking engagement spoke about his decade long partnership with The Salvation Army, through the annual Naden Band Concert, “It’s been something that I’ve been really  […]

An army of neon-vested volunteers spent their lunch hour picking up trash along the Haney Bypass in Maple Ridge last week. Those seen picking up odds and ends, included staff and clients from the Salvation Army’s Caring Place who showed their support and dedication to the community through the efforts shown.  The Caring Place has been  […]

It is always encouraging to see members of the community making a concerted and dedicated effort to give back. Sodexo Food and Nutrition Services at Powell River General Hospital in Powell River, British Columbia decided to join our colleagues around the world in 80 countries in this 2012 Annual April Servathon to Stop Hunger in  […]

A personally invitation to attend … LIBERTY IN STYLE – A Fashion Show & Grand Opening for the new E-Boutique Betty Be Good. May 2nd (doors at 7:30pm + show at 8:30pm) Heritage Hall 3102 Main Street, Vancouver, BC The evening will include a lively showcase of the full Spring / Summer collection including spring dresses,  […]

Thank you to all the participants of this year’s Vancouver Sun Run as you donated over 3576 lbs. of clothing … all going to The Salvation Army. Some quick facts about the race: Largest 10K race in Canada Participants in 2012 – 48,904 Participants in 2011 – 49,365 Looking forward to seeing you next year.   […]

This past weekend saw The Salvation Army in Victoria celebrate Easter with the community on multiple occasions. Wednesday April 4th marked a wonderful feast as ARC’s community kitchen prepared a wonderful turkey meal with all the trimmings to celebrate Easter.  Special meals such as this one are served up about four times a year and  […]

Friday, March 30th, at Government House in Victoria, British Columbia, His Honour the Honourable Steven Point, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, presented the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal to volunteers who have been instrumental in supporting his programs and initiatives. In particular, the medal was presented to volunteers who support the Lieutenant Governor’s other initiatives  […]

With a total of $22,953 raised so far and a goal of $72,000 – March 23rd, marked Passion Vancouver at Rogers Arena where youth aged 18 – 25 and their leaders were encouraged to attend and give support to ending human slavery. The goal of $72,000 would provide 40 survivors of human trafficking with the  […]