Emily Arsenault gave out a late, but much appreciated Christmas gift on Tuesday. The Grade 4 École-sur-mer student from Summerside received some cash over the holidays, but decided she didn’t want to spend it on herself. Instead, she bought a … Read more
Toronto, ON January 4, 2012 – This Christmas, donors across Canada helped support The Salvation Army’s efforts to reduce poverty nationwide by donating more than $20 million to the annual Kettle Campaign. Funds raised in the nearly 2,000 kettles in … 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
BARRIE, ON, The Salvation Army is issuing a warning to the residents of the Barrie area regarding a door-to-door Christmas collection scam. Over the weekend and early this week, The Salvation Army has received complaints about an individual going door … Read more
Toronto, ON December 6, 2011 – The Salvation Army is very pleased to receive a $50,000 contribution from Great-West Life, London Life and Canada Life toward its 2011 Annual Christmas Campaign. Funds raised during this important campaign support vulnerable individuals … Read more
The number of Canadians living in poverty remains unacceptably high and continues to grow. The Salvation Army’s need to maintain its fundraising is vital to ensure that important programs can be retained at Christmas and throughout the year. The iKettle … Read more
The Christmas season is fast approaching and before our Christmas kettles hit the street, we wanted to take this opportunity to thank you. We value your support and want you to be assured that your contributions to The Salvation Army will go directly to the most urgent need.
The only thing as big as Pinball Clemons’ smile is his personality. And, of course, his heart. All three were clearly evident as the Toronto Argonauts legend visited Tillsonburg Thursday, coming from “the big city to the best city,” as … Read more
Winnipeg, MB ‐ The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services was presented with a $50,000 donation to aid in relief efforts for Prairie flooding by The W. Garfield Weston Foundation. “I am delighted to be joining The Salvation Army in Winnipeg … Read more
Canada Post is currently striking. The rotating strike will see more postal workers walk out in other locations. Services will be disrupted, but someone who is in critical need can’t wait until a settlement is reached.