The Salvation Army Commemorates National Doughnut Day
Posted on 2nd June 2023,
Each year on the first Friday of June, The Salvation Army celebrates National Doughnut Day. This tradition started back in 1938. It was initially set up as a fundraising effort to honour the “Doughnut Lassies”, who bravely delivered doughnuts to soldiers on the frontline during the First World War. Today, National Doughnut Day serves as […]
Newcomers Find Friendship and Hope at The Salvation Army in Quebec
Posted on 31st May 2023,
There are many challenges that come with moving to Canada. The Salvation Army journeys with people to break down barriers and give them a better tomorrow. Diego’s story At age 28, Diego left Venezuela and went to the United States as a student with his family—without resident status. “We became parents of two children during […]
Yellowknife’s Food Bank Struggles to Meet High Demand
Posted on 30th May 2023,Salvation Army Leaders Visit Ottawa for Week at Parliament
Posted on 26th May 2023,
In May, Salvation Army leaders visited Parliament Hill in Ottawa to connect and engage with government officials, and advocate on behalf of those the Army serves across Canada. The weeklong event, which began with a reception on Monday, was attended by members of Parliament, senators, government staff, and territorial and divisional representatives, including Commissioners Floyd […]
Salvation Army Mobile Feeding Units Provide Relief to First Nations Communities Affected by Alberta Wildfires
Posted on 26th May 2023,
In May 2023, the province of Alberta was struck by a devastating series of wildfires that ravaged communities and left a trail of destruction in their wake. To meet the pressing need for nourishment and relief, Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) personnel quickly mobilized to provide food, hydration and emotional and spiritual care to […]
Salvation Army Residential Support Program Helps Client with Autism Thrive
Posted on 25th May 2023,“Plant A Row For Us” Brings the Community Together to Fight Food Insecurity
Posted on 23rd May 2023,Salvation Army Provides Affordable Options to Help Students Shine at Prom and Graduation
Posted on 16th May 2023,
As the end of the school year approaches, graduating high school students start looking forward to graduation and prom. And while these events are fun and memorable, sometimes finding the right dress can cause financial anxiety. To help students find affordable dresses The Salvation Army in Guelph, Ont., hosts the annual “Princess Project” event, which […]