Nikki’s grandfather was supposed to protect her from harm. Instead, he drugged and sexually assaulted her. At age 24 this was a trauma hard to overcome and lingering consequences left Nikki broken and almost beyond repair. “Facing the reality that my grandfather did this to me was devastating,” says 31-year-old Nikki. “In the heat of  […]

March 14, 2014-The Salvation Army serves others in more than 400 communities across Canada. The following are snapshots of The Salvation Army at work during the week of March 10. Victoria, B.C.: A year ago, The Salvation Army’s aging Beacon Bus had to be taken off the road. The vehicle helped volunteers provide meals, clothing  […]

For many of us, it’s easy to file a tax return with tax software or by paying a tax preparation company. But when you can barely afford to put food on the table, the financial burden of having an accountant or tax preparation clinic prepare your return is overwhelming. Across the country, from Moncton to  […]

The Salvation Army’s youth sports programs involve more than getting a ball through a hoop or getting a puck in the net. They offer a safe haven, family and support. In Richmond Hill, Ont., sports are an important part of The Salvation Army’s mission to serve others, build up youth and meet community needs. Every  […]

The Salvation Army is committed to serving others in more than 400 communities across Canada. The following are current snapshots of The Salvation Army at work during the week of March 3. Hamilton, Ont.: March break came early this week for Elizabeth Bagshaw elementary students who were forced into the cold without coats and boots  […]

No child should go to school hungry, but in Canada one in seven do. Why? They are helpless victims of poverty. The Salvation Army recognizes that poverty is a critical issue and that all people at all times should have enough food for an active, healthy life. In 2013, from coast to coast, The Salvation  […]

Vulnerable families prosper when they are treated with respect and dignity. More than ever, as the gap of income inequality increases and the cost of living goes up, families face a number of obstacles. From unemployment to financial instability to stressful family relationships, The Salvation Army offers support in as many areas as possible. Salvation  […]

The journey from Sudan to Winnipeg was long for Binyam and his family. In 2010 the family of seven came to Canada for better access to education and economic opportunities. But in their new country they faced fears, challenges and anxiety. Had they made a bad decision? “Starting over was hard,” says Binyam, 16. “Sometimes  […]

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  […]

The September morning I pulled into The Salvation Army’s Parent-Child Resource Centre (PCRC) parking lot in Kitchener, Ont., was one of the worst in my life. I had put my two young sons in the van beside their newborn sister and driven around. Their dad was at home coming off of his 12th gruelling round  […]