Salvation Army Sends Chilliwack Kids to Camp

Posted on 19th July 2012, by SalvationArmy.ca
Camp Sunrise is like any other sleep-away camp – kids running around from dawn to dusk, screaming with glee at the different crafts, sports, and activities filling their days, singing ’til their lungs go dry, and forming lifelong friendships – but with one difference. For the kids at Camp Sunrise, their families don’t have the  […]
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Dartmouth Mall Supports The Salvation Army

Posted on 17th July 2012, by SalvationArmy.ca
This month, residents of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, can donate to help their community and upgrade their wardrobe at no cost, thanks to a unique shopping event being hosted by Mic Mac Mall. From July 19 through to July 29th, Mic Mac Mall, located at 21 MicMac Blvd., will be hosting the Big Scale Summer Sale  […]
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Girl sells lemonade for Hamilton food bank

Posted on 16th July 2012, by
It’s a few minutes before the start of a Hamilton Tiger Cats game, and Grace DelFine is doing brisk business. The seven-year-old is running a lemonade stand at her uncle Dave’s house across from Ivor Wynne Stadium. She’s already earned about $60. But the money isn’t going in her pocket. Grace’s lemonade stand is benefiting  […]
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More Canadians are Taking Vacations

Posted on 16th July 2012, by SalvationArmy.ca
According to BMOs 2012 Summer Travel Survey the vast majority (84 per cent) of Canadians polled plan to take a vacation in 2012 – up five per cent from 2011. Nearly half (44 per cent) of respondents said affordability is the primary driver of their vacation plans and summer travel destinations. What has, if anything,  […]
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Day Camp Adventures

Posted on 16th July 2012, by SalvationArmy.ca
Armed with swimsuits and sunscreen, sneakers and water bottles, kids from all walks of life buzz with excitement as they anticipate their week-long day camp adventures. For the 12th consecutive year, The Salvation Army in Oshawa, Ont., has opened its doors for summer day camp. “Camp is a thrilling and unforgettable place where kids meet  […]
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Maritime Thrift Stores Send Kids to Camp

Posted on 13th July 2012, by SalvationArmy.ca
Heading off to summer camp is an exciting time of the year. However, the reality is that many cannot afford such a luxury without your assistance. On Tuesday, July 10, representatives from The Salvation Army Thrift Stores of Nova Scotia were at Scotian Glen to present a cheque for $16,092.48 to help send children to  […]
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Salvation Army Receives Funding for Homelessness Partnering Strategy

Posted on 12th July 2012, by SalvationArmy.ca
The Salvation Army Winnipeg Booth Centre Ministries is receiving 135 thousand dollars from the federal government as part of the Homlessness Partnering Strategy. The Ministries will use the money to collect data and provide technical support and training to service providers with the aim of better understanding the causes and challenges of homelessness. The Homelessness  […]
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Christmas Comes Early to Salvation Army

Posted on 11th July 2012, by SalvationArmy.ca
Nanaimo – Christmas is coming early to the Salvation Army thanks to the efforts of the Lifehouse Chiropractic Studio. During the months leading up to, and through December, donations for organizations helping the hungry are needed and it is usually the time when people give the most. But come July and its warm weather, people  […]
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Salvation Army General to Appear on 100 Huntley Street

Posted on 10th July 2012, by SalvationArmy.ca
The Salvation Army’s World Leader, General Linda Bond, will appear on 100 Huntley Street, Canada’s longest running daily talk show. On Thursday, July 12, 2012, the General will appear “Live” on Global at 9 a.m. The program re-airs on CTS at 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. Click here to find a complete listing of times  […]
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Ontario Thrift Store Customers Send Kids to Camp

Posted on 9th July 2012, by SalvationArmy.ca
Camping season is off to a great start this year at The Salvation Army Jackson’s Point Camp! On Wednesday, July 4, representatives from Salvation Army Thrift Stores in Ontario, including Retail District Managers Maria Guayacan and Priscilla Jogaratnam along with Store Managers Michelle Sanelli and Shaney Cannon, were at Jackson’s Point to present a cheque  […]
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