In 2021, Kelley Sherin moved to Victoria, B.C., to take care of her nephew Jordon, 18, who has diverse abilities. Jordon had been moving from home to home in previous years, living in different countries. Kelley felt Jordon needed stability for his wellness and became his primary caregiver and parent. When Kelley arrived in Victoria,  […]

Walmart Canada to match in-store kettle donations up to $100,000 December 14, 2023 – TORONTO – In a collaborative effort to address the pressing needs of struggling Canadians during the festive season, The Salvation Army is teaming up with Walmart Canada for the 14th annual “Fill the Kettle Day on Saturday, December 16. Walmart Canada  […]

The Salvation Army in Maple Ridge, B.C., has made some changes to its Christmas Village Gift program to ensure that all families receive an equal and fair number of gifts this Christmas. What was formerly known as the Adopt a Family program, has been renamed and sponsors help all clients instead of focusing on one  […]

The Army honours retiring Vancouver advisory board members. In 1980, lawyer George Hungerford was approached to join The Salvation Army’s Greater Vancouver Advisory Board, a dedicated group of community leaders positioned to assist and advise the Army’s work in the community. His father served on the same board for many years and Hungerford had previously  […]

The most wonderful time of the year is almost here! As the winter months approach, we can all sense the spirit of Christmas slowly taking over our homes, workplaces, and stores. The holiday season is a great time to give back, and GivingTuesday is a great day to start. This year GivingTuesday takes place on  […]

During the holiday season in Penticton, B.C., you might come across Joseph Driscoll, wearing his signature Santa hat, and ringing a Salvation Army bell outside a local grocery store. He aims to get the attention of people passing by and encourage them to support the Army’s Christmas Kettle Campaign. Joseph, 89, is very much involved  […]

The Salvation Army Launches its 133rd Annual Christmas Kettle Campaign Amidst a 31 Percent Surge in New Households Seeking Assistance TORONTO, ON, Nov. 21, 2023 – In response to the escalating pace of inflation impacting countless Canadians, The Salvation Army is announcing the commencement of its 133rd Annual Christmas Kettle Campaign, marking the organization’s largest  […]