Arigatou gozaimasu ( thank you ).

Posted on 6th March 2012, by British Columbia
Thank you to those who continue to support the work of The Salvation Army … in particular, a group of students who are their third year of Education Studies from Japan.   These young people are here for a month to learn English as well as to share presentations on Japanese culture to elementary students. With  […]
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Poetry classes held in Victoria.

Posted on 5th March 2012, by British Columbia
The Salvation Army welcomes poetry teacher, Dvora Levin, to the Addictions & Rehabilitation Centre in Victoria.  Levin will host her poetry classes starting on March 7th and then on each Wednesday for 2 months or as needed from 10 – 11:30am. The classes will be of significant value to the clients at ARC, offering emotional  […]
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Give time. Give hope.

Posted on 19th January 2012, by British Columbia
“The ultimate expression of generosity is not in giving of what you have, but in giving of who you are.”  –  Johnnetta B. Cole  Thank you to Anne Lippert who celebrated her 28th year of volunteering on Christmas Day at The Salvation Army Harbour Light.  
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Toys ARE Us.

Posted on 12th January 2012, by British Columbia
Thank you to all those individuals and Companies who got behind The Salvation Army this season in supporting our toy campaign and efforts in ensuring that every child received the Christmas morning they deserved. Through initiatives such as the CTV Toys4Kids Toy Drive, The Naden Band of the Maritime Forces Christmas Concert and respective toy  […]
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Toys for one and all.

Posted on 6th January 2012, by British Columbia
Thank you to St. Thomas More Collegiate student, Miguel Ramos and CTV for supporting the CTV Toys4Kids effort this year benefiting The Salvation Army.  With events being held at STM and at CTV, through the donations of generous individuals and corporate supporters, we ensured that every child in Vancouver had a special Christmas this season.  […]
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Working with BOB.

Posted on 6th January 2012, by British Columbia
In December, local organization BOB recognized fellow agency — The Salvation Army Belkin House — for their outstanding contribution in the consistent improvement to the lives of local residents along with the spirit of communication and cooperation shown. Thank you to BOB for taking the time to acknowledge Belkin House for their great work in  […]
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Another shufflin’ good year!

Posted on 13th December 2011, by British Columbia
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What was another beautiful, crisp day … welcomed The Santa Shuffle toVancouver!  Taking place acrossCanada, all ages took toStanleyParkfor the 5K Fun Run and 1K Elf Walk collecting pledges to raise awareness and funds for The Salvation Army in the continued fight against poverty, one step at a time.  With 626 participants and over $27,000  […]
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Annual Christmas Supper in Victoria

Posted on 30th November 2011, by British Columbia
On Sunday December 4th,WestsongCommunityChurch will host their annual Christmas supper. The meal will be held at 798 Goldstream Ave. at Our Lady of the Rosemary Parish Hall, from 6:00pm — 8:00pm. The meal is targeted for families or individuals on the Westshore who might not experience a home cooked meal this holiday season.  We want  […]

Sea of Lights in Victoria

Posted on 30th November 2011, by British Columbia
The Royal Victoria Yacht Club’s annual SEA OF LIGHTS parade will set sail again on Friday December 2nd at 7:00 pm in partnership with the local Oak Bay municipality. The purpose of this event is to contribute to civic pride and enjoyment of the holiday season, while generating donations to the Salvation Army Christmas Fund,  […]

Beat Cares 2011

Posted on 28th November 2011, by British Columbia
The Beat 94.5 is proud to present The Beat Cares Holiday Toy and Food Drive in support of The Salvation Army! Bring your cash donations to Brentwood Town Centre on Friday, December 9th and help families in need this holiday season! Time: 6am to 10pm Location: BrentwoodTown Centre (4567 Lougheed Hwy, Burnaby)