Category Archives: Blog

Donation Bins Spark Turf War

The business of taking donated clothes and selling them is so lucrative it has created a cut-throat turf war in Ontario. Since people have discovered there’s a lot of money involved, violence has escalated. People are getting beat up, bins … Read more

Go on-Donate Those Unwanted Clothes

Every time you donate your unwanted clothing to The Salvation Army, you are helping fund programs right in your community. With more than 300 nationally and locally operated thrift stores from coast to coast, The Salvation Army operates one of … Read more

Should Homeless Be Forced Inside?

As temperatures drop, should homeless be forced inside? According to Environment Canada, more than 80 people die each year from over-exposure to the cold. The homeless, seniors, infants and newcomers to Canada are particularly vulnerable to the risks of frostbite … Read more

Make 2012 Your Best!

The beginning of a new year is a great time for reflection — an ideal time to see what should be continued in the future and what could be improved on. Given our hectic, stressful lifestyles, it’s no wonder that … Read more

Who Will Replace Faith-based Donors?

It’s an issue that has grown as religious belief has declined. Religion has a huge impact on turning people toward helping others, especially by financial donations. According to the Globe and Mail’s December 1 article “Who will replace faith-based donors?” … Read more

“Silver bells, silver bells…”

And those silver bells? Those bells ringing in the song were inspired by the imagery of Salvation Army bell-ringers standing outside department stores during the Christmas season. “Silver Bells” was introduced by Bob Hope and Marilyn Maxwell in a motion … Read more