Kindness is One Size Fits All

Posted on 28th February 2018, by British Columbia
Kindness is one size fits all
Did you know one in seven Canadian children are victims of bullying? This years’ National Pink Shirt day is encouraging others to combat cyber-bullying by thinking twice before posting something negative. Whether you are at work or going to school YOU have the power to use the internet to spread kindness today. With your help, we  […]
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Salvation Army BC Shelter Services

Posted on 29th January 2018, by British Columbia
Giving Hope Today and male sits outdoors with head in lap
Did you know the number of homeless deaths in British Columbia has hit an all-time high? The Salvation Army BC Division is uniquely positioned to help address the various needs of families affected by the housing affordability crisis by providing a warm and safe place for those seeking shelter and support. See below for a  […]

Sharing the Highlights of the Christmas Season

Posted on 21st December 2017, by British Columbia
A traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings is one of the greatest highlights of the Christmas season. This holiday, we want to provide a holiday meal for those who wouldn’t otherwise have one. This year, we are estimating to feed over 3,000 deserving individuals, children and families across BC. For a full list of  […]

Making Spirits Bright

Posted on 12th December 2017, by British Columbia
Christmas is typically a time of great joy and family celebration. Yet for Erica, a young mother of three small children, the holiday season was overcast by a sense of dread and the harsh reality of poverty settling in. Seasonal questions turned from, “When will I find time to go shopping?” to “How will I  […]
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Hundreds of Homeless Warmer Thanks to Maple Ridge Boy

Posted on 29th November 2017, by British Columbia
Today, there are more warm and dry people in Maple Ridge thanks to the kindness of a Grade 2 student from Kanaka Creek elementary. Ryder Moore is a 7 year old boy who, last year, developed the idea to raise funds for those living on the streets in his community. Upon taking a drive through  […]
Categories: Heroes
Heroes for hope
Join us on November 23rd @ The Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza between 11:30am-2pm as The Salvation Army celebrates the launch of our iconic red kettles at our annual Celebrity Kettle Kick-Off event! This celebration features local celebrities from the sports, entertainment and political world and encourages you to stop by, take photos, and enjoy live music  […]

Salvation Army Hero Saves the Day This Thanksgiving!

Posted on 9th October 2017, by British Columbia
  The need was urgent! The Thanksgiving Community and Family Services dinner was only hours away and we had no cook! The regular chef was suddenly unavailable due to a family emergency and the concern grew over whether or not we be able to provide the Thanksgiving meal for the families we serve. Determined not to  […]

Salvation Army Provides Hope on World Mental Health Day

Posted on 6th October 2017, by British Columbia
  Did you know that in any given year, about 1 in 7 young people in BC will experience a mental illness at some point? On World Mental Health Day, we address the reality of mental illness and support those who struggle with mental illness issues. The Salvation Army BC operates numerous ministries that cater  […]

Salvation Army Provides Thousands of Thanksgiving Meals and Food Hampers

Posted on 4th October 2017, by British Columbia
  Across the country, The Salvation Army aims to ensure no one goes hungry this holiday season. Throughout the course of October, Salvation Army locations will be providing nutritious supplies from our food banks, and at select locations, serving a warm Thanksgiving dinner to those in need. “Whether it’s seniors on a fixed income, low-income  […]