Thrift store worker holds reusable bag and sign offering them
Just over a year ago, Salvation Army Thrift Stores removed single-use plastic bags from their stores in an effort to become more environmentally friendly. The role of The Salvation Army Thrift Store National Recycling Operations (NRO) is both to generate funds to help The Salvation Army achieve its mission, and to have a positive influence within  […]

How a Bike from The Salvation Army Helped a Winnipeg Radio Host

Posted on 2nd May 2023, by SalvationArmy.ca
Chris with bike helmet and 680 CJOB jacket
Christian Aumell arrived in Winnipeg in March 2015. He left his hometown of Tara, Ont., with two suitcases and nothing else. He had just finished his studies in broadcast journalism and had been presented with a part-time job opportunity at Global News’ 680 CJOB radio station. With little knowledge of his new home and a  […]

Take Action to Recognize Earth Month

Posted on 19th April 2023, by SalvationArmy.ca
Picture of world globe with text Making Every Day Earth Day
As our planet faces growing environmental challenges, we must all take action to protect it for future generations. From planting trees to participating in park clean-ups, there are many ways you can help save the Earth. However, if you want to commit to making a positive long-lasting impact in the environment, we encourage you to  […]

National Recycling Operations Gives Dividends Back to the Territory

Posted on 25th January 2023, by SalvationArmy.ca
More than 200 shoppers line up to visit the Empress Thrift Store in Winnipeg during its grand reopening event in September 2022
Since its creation in 1995, The Salvation Army’s National Recycling Operations (NRO) has been mandated to financially support the territory through dividends. However, territorial profits were inconsistent and, at times, the NRO was unable to meet its obligations, ultimately ceasing payments to divisions. In early 2020, the NRO was well on its way to being  […]

Celebrating Earth Day All Month Long

Posted on 12th April 2022, by SalvationArmy.ca
person carries black bag with refresh, recycle, restyle imprinted on it
Most Canadians are familiar with the three Rs: Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. These three Rs are a fundamental aspect of waste reduction strategies, and they are also a major component to the message of Earth Day (April 22), an annual international recognition dedicated to environmental awareness and action. At The Salvation Army Thrift Store, National  […]

Shifting to Thrifting for Waste Reduction Week

Posted on 18th October 2021, by SalvationArmy.ca
salvation army thrift store male worker hangs mens shirts while wearing a bib that says "I'll make your donation count"
Waste Reduction Week celebrates its 20th anniversary in Canada when the week-long awareness campaign begins on Monday, October 18th. While each themed day of Waste Reduction Week is important, one is especially meaningful to The Salvation Army Thrift Store, National Recycling Operations (NRO) and the work it does across the country: Textiles Tuesday. “We can  […]

Thrift Shop Day Thrifting Tips for your Next Thrift Store Visit

Posted on 17th August 2021, by SalvationArmy.ca
Clothing selection at a thrift store
Thrift stores are wonderful places, so it’s not surprising that they have their own special holiday. Thrift Shop Day is celebrated annually on August 17th to celebrate all the joys and befits of thrifting. Not only can you find high-quality pieces at discounted prices, buying pre-loved items also extends the lifecycle of usable goods to  […]

Celebrate Earth Month by Shifting to Thrifting

Posted on 6th April 2021, by SalvationArmy.ca
youth carrying black bag that says refresh, recycle, restyle
When it began in 1970, Earth Day’s mission was to diversify, educate, and activate the environmental movement worldwide—an imperative that we know is more important today than ever. April 22 is a time to recognize climate change and challenge us to see environmental issues as threats to everyone and everything, but particularly our most vulnerable  […]