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New Roots Herbal Offers Support to Salvation Army Programs

Posted on 28th February 2014, by SalvationArmy.ca
New Roots Herbal, a leading manufacturer and distributor of high quality natural health products, is giving hope to Canadians from coast to coast. The company’s “Choose To Care” program donates to four Environmental Foundations / Charities as well as six Foundations / Charities that help families, children and people in need. The Salvation Army has  […]
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Siemens Canada Supports Canadians in Need

Posted on 20th February 2014, by SalvationArmy.ca
Siemens Canada and its employees joined forces in late 2013 to support Canadians in need as part of their annual Hope for Holidays campaign, a fundraising effort that has generated more than $107,000 over the past four years. Employees collected funds and items for local charities and all donations were matched by the company as  […]

Old Shoes Find New Life

Posted on 12th February 2014, by SalvationArmy.ca
Vancouver – Training for the Vancouver Sun Run is kicking into high gear and participants are encouraged to donate their old runners to homeless people and low-income earners.  Shoes may be worn down for a marathon runner but they are still in good shape for walking around in. The ShoeRenu program, a partnership with three  […]

Charity Boxing Event Supports Safe Homes for Women

Posted on 29th January 2014, by SalvationArmy.ca
Vancouver – On Thursday, January 30, Olympic-Style female boxers from across Canada will raise funds to support organizations like The Salvation Army, who are committed to providing safe housing for women and children seeking assistance in escaping abusive relationships. Safe and accessible housing is critical in enabling vulnerable women and children to live free from  […]
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Salvation Army in Tonga Responds to Cyclone Ian

Posted on 16th January 2014, by SalvationArmy.ca
The Salvation Army is arranging practical assistance after the South Pacific kingdom of Tonga was hit by one of the most powerful storms on record. The most serious damage from Cyclone Ian occurred on the island of Ha’apai, where many buildings collapsed and one person was killed. The category five cyclone – the strongest type  […]

Salvation Army Celebrates Record-Breaking Christmas Kettle Campaign

Posted on 15th January 2014, by SalvationArmy.ca
Toronto, ON January 15, 2014 – Contributions from donors throughout Canada helped The Salvation Army exceed its goal, setting a new record for the organization’s iconic Christmas Kettle Campaign. In its 123rd year, the annual fundraiser collected over $21 million in donations, an increase of  2 percent from 2012. “Year after year, we are truly  […]

Salvation Army Soup Truck a Beacon in the Frigid Night

Posted on 10th January 2014, by SalvationArmy.ca
Hamilton – After handing out a few cups of hot soup at the Salvation Army’s outreach truck, Murray Slaney slips a couple of questions into the chit-chat — “Do you guys have a place to stay tonight? … Do you need anything else? Socks? Mitts?” Ryan Grandits, wearing only canvas sneakers on his feet, plus  […]

Warm Welcome Shelter Numbers are Growing

Posted on 9th January 2014, by SalvationArmy.ca
Estevan Salvation Army Lieutenant Brian Bobolo says numbers have been increasing for the Warm Welcome shelter in the last couple of weeks. “We are really concerned with people out there who are living in subpar conditions, and we want to make sure they’re warm, well-fed and part of the Warm Welcome community,” says Bobolo. Men  […]
The Walmart head office merchandising team hosted a holiday fundraiser that raised $7,000 for The Salvation Army.
TORONTO, Dec. 20, 2013 – With The Salvation Army’s Christmas Kettle Campaign $8 million short of its $21 million goal, the organization is grateful for its continuing partnership with Walmart Canada. Walmart Fill the Kettle Day will be held on Saturday, December 21, with Walmart Canada matching donations made by individuals to Salvation Army Christmas kettles located in  […]

The General Calls for New Fight to End Hunger

Posted on 18th December 2013, by
Food distribution in the Philippines
General André Cox is calling for the worldwide Salvation Army to join him in echoing the call of Pope Francis for an end to world hunger. The General says: ‘It is clear from the response of the media and from Christians of all denominations that the calls to simple living from the Pope have struck  […]