Le jour de la Fête du Canada, je célèbre la liberté et la paix. Cependant, l’acclimatation a été extrêmement difficile. Je n’oublierai jamais le jour où ma famille et moi sommes arrivés au Canada. En 2005, le jour de Noël, mon mari, nos trois enfants et moi sommes descendus de l’avion à Winnipeg. Nous avions […]
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Toronto ON, June 25, 2015 – Summer is here and Salvation Army camps are gearing up to provide vulnerable children with the time of their life. “Salvation Army camps provide financially accessible camping opportunities to families in need,” says Captain Rick Zelinsky, Executive Director of The Salvation Army’s Ontario Camping Ministries. “Campers often come from […]
Conflict and persecution force an average of 42,500 individuals per day to leave their home and seek protection elsewhere, either within the borders of their own country or in other countries. On June 20, World Refugee Day recognizes the strength, courage and resilience of millions of refugees. Survivors often flee at a moment’s notice, either […]
National Aboriginal Awareness week, May 19-22, celebrates the many Aboriginal cultures across Canada and educates Canadians about the heritage of First Nation, Métis and Inuit peoples, and the contributions they make to our society. In centres such as Winnipeg, Thunder Bay, Saskatoon and Prince Rupert, B.C., The Salvation Army has a unique opportunity to develop […]
Statistics Canada reported that more than a million people immigrated to Canada between 2006-2011, making the total foreign-born population nearly 6.8 million and accounting for over 20 percent of the country’s total population. Upon arrival, these newcomers face obstacles that prevent societal integration, including language, culture and legal barriers, and so The Salvation Army steps […]
From coast to coast, blasts of extreme cold weather are causing vulnerable people, such as seniors with limited heating or people experiencing homelessness, to turn to The Salvation Army for help. “We don’t turn anyone away when it’s this cold,” says Mark Stewart, shelter services coordinator at The Salvation Army’s Booth Centre in Winnipeg. “We […]
Overwhelmed and exhausted, 63-year-old Shahida has little time for herself. It’s with support from The Salvation Army that she is able to recharge and maintain a positive attitude. “At the end of the day, there is no time left for me,” says Shahida, who looks after her two sons who suffer with depression. “I love […]
Imagine being 38 years old and not knowing that 2 x 2 = 4 or how to read or write words such as participation or assistance. For years Jennifer lived with the stigma and shame that illiteracy brings. Then she found a way to escape her situation. “When I came to The Salvation Army I […]
“Having my daughter was a life-changing event for me,” says Blake. “Being a parent is rewarding, but also complex and challenging. I welcomed the extra help, guidance and support The Salvation Army offered me.” In centres such as Ottawa, Winnipeg and Calgary, Salvation Army parenting programs are not only lifelines but resource and service centres. […]
Every child should have the opportunity to experience summer camp. Unfortunately, many families can’t afford to send their children. On May 23 and 24, 2014, The Salvation Army’s Nairn Thrift Store in Winnipeg lined its racks with hundreds of brand new prom, evening and bridal dresses for a two-day Gala Gown Event— offering dresses for […]