SASKATCHEWAN GENEROSITY TRANSFORMS GATHERING SPACE INTO LIVING SPACE

Posted on 19th February 2019, by The Salvation Army in Canada
SASKATCHEWAN GENEROSITY TRANSFORMS GATHERING SPACE INTO LIVING SPACE
On Thursday, January 24th we celebrated gifts of new furniture to the Supportive Residential Unit (SRP), at the Regina Waterston Centre, with the South Saskatchewan Community Foundation (SSCF). At the beginning of 2018, we set out to replace worn out sofas and armchairs in the SRP.  The SRP provides an alternative residential service option for  […]

Memorial Golf Tournament a Labour of Love

Posted on 31st January 2019, by Alberta
Father and daughter holding a large cheque for $10,717.20
The Kathy Gizen-Schuh Memorial Golf Tournament is truly a labour of love for both Michael Schuh and his daughter Breanne. Kathy became a resident of The Salvation Army’s Agapé Hospice in Calgary when she was diagnosed with cancer, and she passed away peacefully on May 16, 2015. The tournament was put to together to raise  […]

Over 150 Enjoyed A Free Christmas Dinner In Edmonton

Posted on 14th December 2018, by Alberta
Free Christmas dinner in Edmonton
It’s Christmastime at The Salvation Army and every year that means a free community Christmas dinner in Edmonton. This year the popular event was held at Castledowns Church due to the LRT construction downtown. Even with the change in location, about 150 people enjoyed a traditional turkey dinner with all the fixings, served by about  […]

Nurtrien Food on the Move 2018 Provides Food Security

Posted on 6th November 2018, by jmifsud
Nutrien Food on the move
During the summer months, typically all that is on the mind of many children is, who am I going to play with today?  Where will we go? What will we do?  But for one in every four children in Saskatchewan, the question on their mind is simply, am I going to eat today? With a  […]
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The Salvation Army Marks Special Milestones in Drumheller

Posted on 29th October 2018, by Alberta
Drumheller celebrates their 100th anniversary
Home >> The Salvation Army celebrated the grand opening of their new Community Services Centre (CSC) in Drumheller on October 12, and also marked 100 years of service to the community. The day’s festivities kicked off with a performance by The Salvation Army’s Glenmore Temple Band from Calgary followed by community members, former Drumheller corps officers, representatives from Divisional and Territorial  […]

Community Generosity flows into Food Bank

Posted on 12th October 2018, by jmifsud
Foodbank Donation - carts full of food
The Salvation Army Food Bank, in Fort Frances, received generous donations from the Community through the efforts of two valuable partners – The Bargain Shop and Safeway in Fort Frances. On behalf of those who will benefit from your generosity, we say Thank you to: Darcy and her team at The Bargain Shop and Kevin  […]
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Pine Lake Camp Celebrates its 60th CAMPiversary

Posted on 10th October 2018, by Alberta
Time capsule ceremony at Pine Lake Camp's 60th anniversary celebration.
The Salvation Army’s Pine Lake Camp celebrated its 60th anniversary in style on August 18. The summer camp, located near Red Deer, invited the public to attend with many current and former officers, camp counsellors, and campers from their 60 year history joining in the festivities. A big part of the celebrations was going to be unearthing  […]

Generous young heart fills backpacks

Posted on 22nd August 2018, by jmifsud
boy with two chopping carts in aisle at Staples
SASKATOON, SK – Many people set goals, whether they are personal, financial or life goals. It keeps you focused, and helps you to organize your time and your resources so that you can make the most of your life. But were any of you nine years old when you made your goals? Meet Zachary Phenix,  […]
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group of kids posing in fron tof basketball net
WINNIPEG, MB – Thanks to The Winnipeg Foundation, Southlands Community Church of The Salvation Army has been enjoying a couple of brand new basketball nets to help keep the kids who use the facility having fun and staying active. The Winnipeg Foundation purchased two heavy-duty, portable Basketball nets for the youth at Southlands Community Church  […]