Toronto, ON, July8, 2010 – The Salvation Army is thrilled to once again be partnering with MOLLY MAID and its customers in an effort to collect non-perishable food items to help restock depleted shelves this summer.
 
“The national economy is still recovering and in fact, the demand for services provided by The Salvation Army has increased by more than 25% over the past year,” says Graham Moore, Territorial Secretary for Public Relations and Development for The Salvation Army. “On behalf of the more than 1.5 million people that we serve each year, we are extremely grateful for the support of MOLLY MAID and its wonderful customers.”

“Our customers are extremely generous when it comes to our annual Christmas in July Food Drive,” says Amelia Mackie with the MOLLY MAID office in Mississauga, Ontario. “Most of our customers leave packages of food for our staff to pick up when they are having their home serviced.”

Franchises across the country have confirmed their participation and are collecting food throughout the monthh of July. 
 
MOLLY MAID has run other supportive initiatives in the past, including their 
annual winter coat drive. Since 2003, MOLLY MAID Franchise Owners and customers have donated nearly 100,000lbs of food to support the Salvation Army and other local food banks in numerous communities across the country. 
 
About MOLLY MAID 
MOLLY MAID was founded in Mississauga, Ontario, in 1979. From its early beginnings, MOLLY MAID has gone on to clean homes in seven countries on three continents including the United States, United Kingdom, Japan and Portugal. MOLLY MAID is the largest Canadian-based cleaning company in the world. 

About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is an international Christian organization that began its work in Canada in 1882 and has grown to become the largest non-governmental direct provider of social services in the country. The Salvation Army gives hope and support to vulnerable people today and everyday in 400 communities across Canada and 121 countries around the world. The Salvation Army offers practical assistance for children and families, often tending to the basic necessities of life, provides shelter for homeless people and rehabilitation for people who have lost control of their lives to an addiction.

When you give to The Salvation Army, you are investing in the future of marginalized and overlooked people in your community.

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For further information please contact:  
 
Aaron Abrams
Director, Marketing and Business Development
MOLLY MAID INTERNATIONAL 
Phone: 905-847-6243 
aabrams@mollymaid.ca  

Or

Andrew Burditt
Territorial Public Relations Director
The Salvation Army
416-845-8231
andrew_burditt@can.salvationarmy.org

Toronto, ON July 6, 2010 –The Salvation Army, today, released the results of its 2010 National Red Shield Campaign, reporting a nine percent increase over 2009. The month-long annual campaign held each May raised $2.7 million in 2010, versus $2.47 million last year. The campaign came up slightly short of its $2.75 million goal, which was the estimated amount needed to serve a growing client base nationwide. This $240,000 increase in donations is welcome news given that demand for Salvation Army services grew by more than 25 percent in 2009.

“I want to recognize and thank donors who helped us achieve almost 99 percent of our fundraising goal,” says Graham Moore, Territorial Secretary for Public Relations and Development of The Salvation Army in Canada and Bermuda. “Unfortunately, over the last year, the demand for the services that we provide has continued to increase, showing just how much the recent economic recession has affected ongoing problems such as homelessness and poverty.”

The 2010 May Campaign coincided with the release of a new report, “Poverty shouldn’t be a life sentence: A report on the perceptions on homelessness and poverty in Canada,” which surveyed a representative sample of Canadians to understand where perceptions exist and realities emerge on the issues of homelessness and poverty.

In particular, the report showed that approximately three million people, or one in nine Canadian adults, have worried about or personally experienced homelessness. The results also indicate that while the public has a heightened awareness of homelessness and poverty, these two problems continue to grow.

The National Red Shield Campaign has been a May tradition in Canada for more than 90 years. Funds raised during the campaign directly support those living in poverty through Salvation Army social services like emergency shelter care, substance abuse counselling and employment training services. Each year, The Salvation Army serves more than 1.5 million people in more than 400 communities across the country.

Financial contributions can be made by visiting HYPERLINK “http://www.SalvationArmy.ca” www.SalvationArmy.ca, by calling 1-800-SAL-ARMY (725-2769), by mailing donations to The Salvation Army, 2 Overlea Blvd., Toronto, ON M4H 1P4 or by dropping off financial donations at the closest Salvation Army facility in your area.

Donors can also support the work of The Salvation Army by texting HOME to 45678 from most wireless phones in Canada. A $5 donation will be added to your monthly wireless phone bill.

About The Red Shield Campaign:
The National Red Shield Campaign is an annual fundraising and public awareness campaign held throughout the month of May. The Salvation Army utilizes online, phone, direct mail and door-to-door appeals to solicit donations from generous Canadians. Giving to The Salvation Army offers an opportunity to invest in the future of marginalized and overlooked people in your community. 86 cents of every dollar raised by The Salvation Army goes directly to support those in need.

About The Salvation Army:
The Salvation Army is an international Christian organization that began its work in Canada in 1882 and has grown to become the largest non-governmental direct provider of social services in the country. The Salvation Army gives hope and support to vulnerable people today and everyday in 400 communities across Canada and more than 120 countries around the world. The Salvation Army offers practical assistance for children and families, often tending to the basic necessities of life, providing shelter for homeless people and rehabilitation for people who have lost control of their lives to an addiction. When you give to The Salvation Army, you are investing in the future of marginalized and overlooked people in your community.

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News releases, articles and updated information can be found at www.SalvationArmy.ca

For further information please contact:

Andrew Burditt
Territorial Public Relations Director
The Salvation Army
416-845-8231
andrew_burditt@can.salvationarmy.org

Midland, ON – June 24, 2010 – Following the touch-down of a tornado in Midland, Ontario, The Salvation Army arrived on scene within an hour at Smith Park Trailer Park, where approximately 100 trailers have been damaged or destroyed.

Major Neil Evenden, of The Salvation Army in Midland, arrived on scene, and immediately called in a Salvation Army canteen from Parry sound and support equipment from Midland to assist. Further Salvation Army Emergency and Disaster Services personnel and support personnel from the Toronto region have been dispatched and are on scene to assist where needed. A reception centre has been set-up to receive those who have been displaced.

“The Salvation Army is grateful to the generous support from our partners, Tim Horton’s, Wal-Mart and McDonald’s – Elmvale and Loblaws Superstore.” said Jeff Robertson, Spokesperson for The Salvation Army.

“We continue to do all we can to assist those who have been displaced. The Salvation Army has been on site around the clock and has served hundreds of meals and continues to provided care and compassion to the victims and first responders.” says Major Neil Evenden.

The Salvation Army will continue to monitor the situation and work in cooperation with local emergency personnel to determine the best action for response as time moves forward.

To donate to the Midland Tornado Relief effort you can call 1-800-SAL-ARMY or make a donation on-line at SalvationArmy.ca

About The Salvation Army:
The Salvation Army is an international Christian organization that began its work in Canada in 1882 and has grown to become the largest non-governmental direct provider of social services in the country. The Salvation Army gives hope and support to vulnerable people today and everyday in 400 communities across Canada and 121 countries around the world. The Salvation Army offers practical assistance for children and families, often tending to the basic necessities of life, providing shelter for homeless people and rehabilitation for people who have lost control of their lives to an addiction. When you give to The Salvation Army, you are investing in the future of marginalized and overlooked people in your community.

News releases, articles and updated information can be found at SalvationArmy.ca.

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For more information please contact:
Jeff Robertson
Area Director, Public Relations
The Salvation Army
416-460-4441
jeff_robertson@can.salvationarmy.org

Captain John P. Murray, APR
Divisional Secretary for Public Relations and Development
The Salvation Army
416-998-0117
john_murray@can.salvationarmy.org

Neil W. Leduke
Director of Communications
The Salvation Army
416-578-7998
neil_leduke@can.salvationarmy.org

Major Neil Evenden
The Salvation Army, Midland
705-529-9347
neil_evenden@can.salvationarmy.org
Neil W. Leduke
Director of Communications
The Salvation Army – Ontario Central East Division
1645 Warden Avenue
Toronto ON M1R 5B3
t) 416-321-2654 x125
f) 416-321-6479

Toronto, ON May 26, 2010 –The Salvation Army is reporting today that donations to its 2010 National Red Shield Campaign are approximately $1.15 million short of the $2.75 million goal needed to provide social services helping Canada’s poor and homeless. The campaign has collected an estimated 60 percent, or $1.6 million, of its goal going into its final week. The decline in giving is part of a larger trend seen most recently at Salvation Army centres and shelters across the country.

“In this final week of the Red Shield Campaign, we are asking the public to consider making a donation that will impact millions currently facing homelessness and poverty,” said Graham Moore, Territorial Secretary for Public Relations and Development of The Salvation Army in Canada and Bermuda. “All contributions go to work in the local community, where our services are needed more and more each day.”

The Salvation Army currently has 462 units providing social services within local communities across Canada. Most of these are small and operate with limited resources. In fact, 63 percent have a budget of less than $500,000 and more than 20 percent finished the 2009/2010 fiscal year with a deficit. Current projections put this year’s Red Shield Campaign on track with results from 2009, when The Salvation Army saw an 8.5 percent drop in donations from the previous year.

A report on homelessness and poverty, released at the beginning of May, revealed that close to one in nine adults in Canada has either experienced or come close to experiencing homelessness. The report also revealed that demand for general social services at The Salvation Army increased by more than 25 percent since 2008.

“Since the financial fallout, we’ve seen a larger national trend where request for social services have outpaced donation rates,” said Graham Moore. “We’ve seen a number of cases where the demand for service has led to fiscal uncertainty for local Salvation Army units.”

For more than 90 years, The National Red Shield Campaign has raised funds to support Salvation Army programs, aimed at the more than three million people living in poverty today. During this month, The Salvation Army is running several public service announcements that spotlight the issue of poverty. The advertising campaign’s message, that “Poverty shouldn’t be a life sentence,” has appeared in-print, online and on-air. Also, on May 19th, The Salvation Army hosted its largest single-day event, opening several shelters and outreach centres to the general public as part of its National Open House Day.

“As the largest provider of social services, outside the government, The Salvation Army is calling for new donations to help deliver critical services,” said Andrew Burditt, Territorial Public Relations Director for The Salvation Army. “We are calling on Canadians everywhere to dig deep and consider a donation that will go to work immediately within their local community.”

Money raised throughout the National Red Shield Campaign directly supports those living in poverty through Salvation Army services like emergency shelter care, substance abuse counselling and employment training.

Financial contributions can be made by visiting www.SalvationArmy.ca, by calling 1-800-SAL-ARMY (725-2769), by mailing donations to The Salvation Army, 2 Overlea Blvd., Toronto, ON M4H1P4 or by dropping off financial donations at the closet Salvation Army facility in your area.

Donors can also support the Red Shield Campaign By texting HOME to 45678 from most mobile carriers in Canada. A $5 donation will be added to your monthly mobile bill.

About The Red Shield Campaign:

The National Red Shield Campaign is an annual fundraising and public awareness campaign held annually throughout the month of May. The Salvation Army utilizes online, phone, direct mail and door-to-door appeals to solicit donations from generous Canadians. Giving to The Salvation Army offers an opportunity to invest in the future of marginalized and overlooked people in your community. 86 cents of every dollar raised by The Salvation Army goes directly to support those in need.

About The Salvation Army:

The Salvation Army is an international Christian organization that began its work in Canada in 1882 and has grown to become the largest non-governmental direct provider of social services in the country. The Salvation Army gives hope and support to vulnerable people today and everyday in 400 communities across Canada and 120 countries around the world. The Salvation Army offers practical assistance for children and families, often tending to the basic necessities of life, providing shelter for homeless people and rehabilitation for people who have lost control of their lives to an addiction. When you give to The Salvation Army, you are investing in the future of marginalized and overlooked people in your community.

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The Salvation Army’s report on homelessness and poverty, and other news and information can be found online at www.SalvationArmy.ca

For further information please contact:

Andrew Burditt
Territorial Public Relations DirectorThe Salvation Army
416-845-8231
andrew_burditt@can.salvationarmy.org

Toronto, ON May 26, 2010 –The Salvation Army is reporting today that donations to its 2010 National Red Shield Campaign are approximately $1.15 million short of the $2.75 million goal needed to provide social services helping Canada’s poor and homeless. The campaign has collected an estimated 60 percent, or $1.6 million, of its goal going into its final week. The decline in giving is part of a larger trend seen most recently at Salvation Army centres and shelters across the country.

“In this final week of the Red Shield Campaign, we are asking the public to consider making a donation that will impact millions currently facing homelessness and poverty,” said Graham Moore, Territorial Secretary for Public Relations and Development of The Salvation Army in Canada and Bermuda. “All contributions go to work in the local community, where our services are needed more and more each day.”

The Salvation Army currently has 462 units providing social services within local communities across Canada. Most of these are small and operate with limited resources. In fact, 63 percent have a budget of less than $500,000 and more than 20 percent finished the 2009/2010 fiscal year with a deficit. Current projections put this year’s Red Shield Campaign on track with results from 2009, when The Salvation Army saw an 8.5 percent drop in donations from the previous year.

A report on homelessness and poverty, released at the beginning of May, revealed that close to one in nine adults in Canada has either experienced or come close to experiencing homelessness. The report also revealed that demand for general social services at The Salvation Army increased by more than 25 percent since 2008.


“Since the financial fallout, we’ve seen a larger national trend where request for social services have outpaced donation rates,” said Graham Moore. “We’ve seen a number of cases where the demand for service has led to fiscal uncertainty for local Salvation Army units.”


For more than 90 years, The National Red Shield Campaign has raised funds to support Salvation Army programs, aimed at the more than three million people living in poverty today. During this month, The Salvation Army is running several public service announcements that spotlight the issue of poverty. The advertising campaign’s message, that “Poverty shouldn’t be a life sentence,” has appeared in-print, online and on-air. Also, on May 19th, The Salvation Army hosted its largest single-day event, opening several shelters and outreach centres to the general public as part of its National Open House Day.

“As the largest provider of social services, outside the government, The Salvation Army is calling for new donations to help deliver critical services,” said Andrew Burditt, Territorial Public Relations Director for The Salvation Army. “We are calling on Canadians everywhere to dig deep and consider a donation that will go to work immediately within their local community.”

Money raised throughout the National Red Shield Campaign directly supports those living in poverty through Salvation Army services like emergency shelter care, substance abuse counselling and employment training.

Financial contributions can be made by visiting www.SalvationArmy.ca, by calling 1-800-SAL-ARMY (725-2769), by mailing donations to The Salvation Army, 2 Overlea Blvd., Toronto, ON M4H1P4 or by dropping off financial donations at the closet Salvation Army facility in your area.

Donors can also support the Red Shield Campaign By texting HOME to 45678 from most mobile carriers in Canada. A $5 donation will be added to your monthly mobile bill.

About The Red Shield Campaign:
The National Red Shield Campaign is an annual fundraising and public awareness campaign held annually throughout the month of May. The Salvation Army utilizes online, phone, direct mail and door-to-door appeals to solicit donations from generous Canadians. Giving to The Salvation Army offers an opportunity to invest in the future of marginalized and overlooked people in your community. 86 cents of every dollar raised by The Salvation Army goes directly to support those in need.

About The Salvation Army:
The Salvation Army is an international Christian organization that began its work in Canada in 1882 and has grown to become the largest non-governmental direct provider of social services in the country. The Salvation Army gives hope and support to vulnerable people today and everyday in 400 communities across Canada and 120 countries around the world. The Salvation Army offers practical assistance for children and families, often tending to the basic necessities of life, providing shelter for homeless people and rehabilitation for people who have lost control of their lives to an addiction. When you give to The Salvation Army, you are investing in the future of marginalized and overlooked people in your community.

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The Salvation Army’s report on homelessness and poverty, and other news and information can be found online at www.SalvationArmy.ca

For further information please contact:
Andrew Burditt
Territorial Public Relations Director
The Salvation Army
416-845-8231
andrew_burditt@can.salvationarmy.org

Toronto, ON, May 19, 2010 – For the second consecutive year, The Salvation Army is opening its doors to the public, inviting Canadians to tour its facilities and see firsthand the social services it provides to more than 1.5 million people in need each year. The Salvation Army’s 2010 National Open House is the largest one-day event culminating a month-long fundraising and public awareness campaign that seeks to educate the public about the cycle of poverty in Canada and raise funds to help combat the problem.

“Every day, The Salvation Army works in more than 400 local communities to deliver primary care services to the poor and homeless,” said Commissioner William W. Francis, Territorial Commander of The Salvation Army in Canada. “Today, we are inviting community members into our facilities, and we ask for their continued support.”

The Salvation Army’s 2010 National Open House Locations

View The Salvation Army’s 2010 National Open House Locations in a larger map

The national open house events will spotlight the issues of homelessness and poverty, which currently affect more than three million people across Canada. Nationwide, there are more than 21 open house events taking place in many provinces across Canada. Earlier this month, The Salvation Army released a report, entitled “Poverty shouldn’t be a life sentence.” The primary findings indicate that one out of every nine Canadian adults have experienced or come close to experiencing homelessness. The Salvation Army also released data showing that demand for general social services has increased by 26 percent since 2008.

“Homelessness and poverty are two problems growing in size,” said Commander Francis. “The Salvation Army serves the poor largely from contributions made by local community members. We invite all those who want to help in the fight against poverty to visit our centres on May 19th.”

Members of the public can visit Salvation Army community centres on May 19th. Visitors can participate in open house events and activities within their community by visiting www.SalvationArmy.ca.

The National Red Shield Campaign runs through May 31st. This year’s goal is to raise $2.75 million. Money raised during the campaign directly supports those living in poverty through Salvation Army social services like emergency shelter care, substance abuse counselling and employment training.

Financial contributions can be made by visiting www.SalvationArmy.ca, by calling 1-800-SAL-ARMY (725-2769), by mailing donations to The Salvation Army, 2 Overlea Blvd., Toronto, ON M4H1P4 or by dropping off financial donations at the closet Salvation Army facility in your area.

Donors can also support the May Red Shield Campaign by texting HOME to 45678 from most wireless phones in Canada. A $5 donation will be added to your monthly wireless phone bill.

About The Red Shield Campaign:
The National Red Shield Campaign is an annual fundraising and public awareness campaign held annually throughout the month of May. The Salvation Army utilizes online, phone, direct mail and door-to-door appeals to solicit donations from generous Canadians. Giving to The Salvation Army offers an opportunity to invest in the future of marginalized and overlooked people in your community. 86 cents of every dollar raised by The Salvation Army goes directly to support those in need. 


About The Salvation Army:
The Salvation Army is an international Christian organization that began its work in Canada in 1882 and has grown to become the largest non-governmental direct provider of social services in the country. The Salvation Army gives hope and support to vulnerable people today and everyday in 400 communities across Canada and 120 countries around the world. The Salvation Army offers practical assistance for children and families, often tending to the basic necessities of life, providing shelter for homeless people and rehabilitation for people who have lost control of their lives to an addiction. When you give to The Salvation Army, you are investing in the future of marginalized and overlooked people in your community.

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News releases, articles and updated information can be found at www.SalvationArmy.ca

For further information please contact:

Andrew Burditt
Territorial Public Relations Director
The Salvation Army
416-845-8231
andrew_burditt@can.salvationarmy.org

Largest Non-governmental Provider of Social Service in Canada Hosts Open House Events at Facilities Nationwide

WHO:  Salvation Army leaders and the general public, including local politicians, civic groups and community leaders

WHAT: On Wednesday, May 19th The Salvation Army will host a national open house, giving the media and public an opportunity to tour facilities and see, first-hand, the services provided to more than 1.5 million Canadians each year.
                                    
BACKGROUND: The National Open House is The Salvation Army’s largest one-day event, culminating a month-long fundraising campaign – the National Red Shield Campaign that seeks to educate the public about the cycle of poverty in Canada and raise funds to help combat the problem.

The open house events follow the release of a new Salvation Army report detailing the public’s perception on homelessness and poverty. More information about both the May Red Shield report and open house events can be found online at www.SalvationArmy.ca.

NATIONAL CONTACT:
Andrew Burditt
Territorial Public Relations Director

The Salvation Army
416-845-8231
andrew_burditt@can.salvationarmy.org

WHEN/WHERE: Wednesday, May 19th at Salvation Army Centres and Shelters located across the country.


National Open House Locations

ALBERTA and Northern Territories
Centre of Hope
420 9 Avenue SE, Calgary
CONTACT: Captain Pam Goodyear

The Salvation Army Addictions & Residential Centre
9611 102 Avenue, Edmonton
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
CONTACT: Karen Diaper
780-920-8818

The Salvation Army
125 Elmore Drive, Fort McMurray
CONTACT: Joan Noble
780-791-3234

The Salvation Army Community Services
164 Stratton Way SE, Medicine Hat
CONTACT: Major James Hagglund
403-529-6883

The Salvation Army Community & Residential Services
4925 45th Street, Yellowknife
CONTACT: Major Dale Sobool
867-920-4673

BRITISH COLUMBIA:
Vancouver Harbour Light
119 E Cordova Street, Vancouver
CONTACT: Major Brian Venables
778-227-7291

Victoria Addictions and Rehabilitation Centre
525 Johnson Street, Victoria
CONTACT: Carol Barton
250-858-0808

MANITOBA:
Winnipeg Booth Centre
180 Henry Avenue, Winnipeg
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
CONTACT: Major Al Hoeft
204-946-9459
CONTACT: Captain Tiffany Marshall
204-781-9053

ONTARIO:
Barrie Bayside Mission Centre
16 Bayfield Street, Barrie
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
CONTACT: Major Roy Randell
705-728-3737

Kingston Harbour Light
562 Princess Street, Kingston
CONTACT: Major Gary Brown
613-572-4325

London Centre of Hope
281 Wellington Street, London
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM 
CONTACT: Nancy Powers
519-661-1359

Oakville Lighthouse Shelter
750 Redwood Square, Oakville
CONTACT: Rachel Sawatzky
905-339-2918

Ottawa Booth Centre
171 George Street, Ottawa
CONTACT: Michael Maidment
613-795-8898

 St. Catharines Community Resource Centre/Booth Centre
184 Church Street, St. Catharines
CONTACT: Major Michael Hennessy
905-684-7813

Toronto – The Gateway
107 Jarvis Street, Toronto
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
CONTACT: Pamela Loveless
416-545-7569
CONTACT: Captain John Murray
416-998-0117

Thunder Bay Community & Residential Services
545 Cumberland Street N, Thunder Bay
CONTACT: Major Merv Halvorsen
807-345-7319

QUEBEC:
L’Abri d’espoir
2000, rue Notre-Dame Ouest, Montreal
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
CONTACT: Amelia Desjacques
514-554-5607

Montreal Booth Centre
880, rue Guy, Montréal
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
CONTACT: Michel Tasse
514-349-2848

Hôtellerie pour hommes & Maison Charlotte
14, Côte du Palais, Québec City
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
CONTACT: Melissa Chasse
418-806-9900

SASKATCHEWAN:
Regina Waterston Centre
1845 Osler St, Regina
11:00 am presentations with guided tours to follow
CONTACT: Pamela Snider
306-551-2230

Saskatoon Community Centre
339 Avenue C S, Saskatoon
CONTACT: Captain Rhonda Smith
306-242-6833



On Tuesday, March 9, 2010, the W. Garfield Weston Foundation presented a donation of $1.5 million to The Salvation Army Homestead in Toronto, a residential recovery program for women who are struggling with substance abuse issues, for urgently needed building renovations.

The donation from the Foundation will provide much needed infrastructure renovations in the heating, plumbing and electrical systems, and the installation of an elevator will enable Homestead to support women with mobility restrictions.

“We greatly appreciate the generous support of The W. Garfield Weston Foundation,” says Major Elizabeth Price, Executive Director, Homestead. “The renovations will make our residential space cleaner, safer and brighter and will enable us to serve a broader population of women by offering new services as we give women new hope for recovery.”

The donation was made in honour of the late Miriam Burnett, who devoted 30 years of hard work as Chairman of the Foundation. Says Charles Burnett III, son of Miriam Burnett, “Over her lifetime, my mother dedicated herself to extending kindness and understanding to those in need.”

ABOUT THE HOMESTEAD

The Salvation Army Homestead, located in downtown Toronto and in Scarborough, is a residential, day and community-based program for women 18 and older who are dealing with substance abuse issues.
Treatment options are: a ten-week residential program that houses 18 clients at a time in downtown Toronto; a ten-week day treatment program at the downtown site; a ten- week day treatment program located in the heart of Scarborough.

Salvation Army programs are holistic and abstinence-based. The treatment model includes relapse prevention, life skills and twelve-step classes, group and individual counselling. Trained staff support women on their journey to recovery and self empowerment, in an atmosphere of warmth, acceptance and safety.

The Homestead also offers community-based programs for women who may not be participating in residential or day programs. They include relapse prevention, anger management and after care. It also offers a support and information groups for friends and families of its clients.

The Homestead was founded in 1955 in Toronto and was located in another building for a few years. In 1961, the present location at 78 Admiral Road, became available and has been helping women at this location since.

OTTAWA, March 5, 2010 – The proposed changes to the Disbursement Quota announced yesterday in the 2010 federal budget are widely supported by The Salvation Army. The removal of the quota will provide The Salvation Army; one of Canada’s largest charities, with increased flexibility in meeting the needs of Canadians during a time when more and more people are turning to charities for help.

“We are very pleased with this announcement” said Colonel Floyd Tidd, Chief Secretary of The Salvation Army. “The proposed changes will allow us to better respond to the needs of the people we serve in 400 communities across Canada”.

The Salvation Army was also encouraged by the federal government’s plan to introduce a Prime Ministerial award for volunteerism. The award; announced in Wednesday’s Speech from the Throne, will “recognize the enormous contribution volunteers make to Canada”. While the announcement of the new award was a small part of the speech, the initiative is hoped to have a considerable impact on encouraging volunteerism in the charitable and non-profit sector.

“Volunteers play a vital role in every corner of our organization from program delivery to fundraising to governance, and we certainly support the government’s initiative to recognize the incredible contribution volunteers make to communities across Canada” said Colonel Tidd. “Canadians generously give 1.3 million volunteer hours to The Salvation Army every year”.

As the largest non-governmental direct social service provider in Canada, The Salvation Army depends on thousands of volunteers every year. The iconic Christmas Kettle campaign, which raised more than $18 million in 2009 in Canada, relies on tens of thousands of volunteer hours to staff the red kettles across Canada.

About The Salvation Army:
The Salvation Army is an international Christian organization that began its work in Canada in 1882 and has grown to become the largest non-governmental direct provider of social services in the country. The Salvation Army gives hope and support to vulnerable people today and everyday in 400 communities across Canada and 119 countries around the world. The Salvation Army offers practical assistance for children and families, often tending to the basic necessities of life, providing shelter for homeless people and rehabilitation for people who have lost control of their lives to an addiction. When you give to The Salvation Army, you are investing in the future of marginalized and overlooked people in your community.

News releases, articles and updated information can be found at www.SalvationArmy.ca

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For further information please contact:

Michael Maidment
Federal Government Relations
613-795-8898
michael_maidment@can.salvationarmy.org

Captain John P. Murray, APR
416-998-0117
John_Murray@can.salvationarmy.org

Following a devastating 8.8 magnitude earthquake in Chile during the early hours of Saturday morning (27 February) Salvation Army emergency services were immediately mobilized Read the full story