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Salvation Army World Leader Delivers Christmas Message
Posted on 23rd December 2022,
When I consider the star that was a significant part of the first Christmas story, I’m reminded that scientists view the stars in the sky very differently than I do. For instance, they use light years to measure the distance of the stars from us on earth. A light year is the distance light travels […]
Salvation Army to “Share the Warmth” this Christmas Season
Posted on 22nd December 2022,Canadians Struggling and in Need Ahead of the Holiday Season
Posted on 20th December 2022,
The Salvation Army calls on Canadians to help raise $9 million to meet their fundraising goal TORONTO, Dec. 20, 2022 – With Christmas around the corner, The Salvation Army warns of an alarming increase in need across Canada. According to recent research released by the organization, more than half of Canadians polled said they had […]
Prime Minister Trudeau Supports Salvation Army CTV Toy Mountain Event
Posted on 16th December 2022,
During a recent CTV Toy Mountain broadcast at Oakville Place on December 9, The Salvation Army and CTV welcomed the Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada. Through an innovative partnership with CTV’s Toy Mountain campaign, The Salvation Army and the community come together to help families in need and put smiles on children’s […]
Gifting Smiles This Christmas
Posted on 16th December 2022,
In 2015 when Cynthia, her husband and their four children first arrived in Canada, they were shocked at how much day-to-day living cost. From housing to essentials like food, she quickly discovered they would have a struggle ahead of them affording what they needed; yet she knew they made the right decision to leave Nigeria. […]
Community Spirit That Makes a Difference
Posted on 15th December 2022,
The 2022 Santa Shuffle, an annual 5K Fun Run and 1K Elf Walk held every December, brought together over 5,100 runners across Canada, generating more than $380,000 in revenue. This nationwide event, now in its 32nd year, provides support for individuals and families in need during the holiday season. Participants of all ages and fitness […]
Canadians Can Double Their Impact as The Salvation Army Partners with Walmart Canada to Share Hope and Help this Christmas Season
Posted on 15th December 2022,
Walmart Canada to match in-store kettle donations up to $100,000 December 15, 2022 – TORONTO – On Saturday, December 17, Walmart Canada will host the 13th annual “Fill the Kettle Day” and match donations, up to $100,000, made by individuals to Salvation Army Christmas kettles located in its stores nationwide. “We know people are struggling. […]
Newcomer Family Thanks The Salvation Army in Calgary for Their Support
Posted on 13th December 2022,Salvation Army Survey Finds Increasing Numbers of Canadians Facing Financial Hardship
Posted on 12th December 2022,
Food security challenges, concerns over having enough income to cover their basic needs are top of mind for many Canadians. TORONTO, Dec. 12, 2022 – A new survey from The Salvation Army finds that as the country heads into the holiday season, a growing number of Canadians are increasingly pessimistic about the future of their […]