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
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
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
While the holidays may be over, let’s not lose touch with the giving spirit that comes with the Christmas season. It doesn’t have to be money. Small gestures make big impacts on people, like holding the door open for someone, … Read more
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
Christmas is a time of giving and it’s all too easy to overspend. Check out our 10 tips on how to recover from Christmas debt stress. 1 Don’t panic! 2 Don’t ignore the problem. 3 Don’t borrow money to pay … Read more
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
Is the Christmas story still relevant?
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
This Christmas season, Crossroads Television System (CTS) is partnering with The Salvation Army to raise funds and awareness that will help those less fortunate attain the dignity that each and every person deserves. Crossroads Television System (CTS) creates television and … Read more