Join Adrian in the Brigade of Hope

Posted on 13th October 2020, by SalvationArmy.ca
Adrian and his family sit on bench at theme park
“I came to Canada in 2014, from the Philippines, and I worked in a call center that focuses primarily on nonprofit organizations,” says Adrian Enciso. “The first charity that I learned about was The Salvation Army.” The more Adrian learned about the mission of The Salvation Army and the hope it gives to marginalized individuals  […]

Double Your Impact to Help Canadians Affected by COVID-19

Posted on 1st May 2020, by SalvationArmy.ca
Salvation Army delivers meals to people experiencing homelessness
GivingTuesdayNow, May 5, 2020, is an emergency response to the impact of COVID-19. “In a few short months, COVID-19 grew into a global pandemic, which has pushed struggling Canadians to the brink of despair,” says Lt-Colonel John P. Murray, territorial secretary for communications. “We are all in this together and can make a real difference  […]

Shuffling for a Cause

Posted on 24th January 2020, by SalvationArmy.ca
Santa Shuffle participants cross the finish line
The Salvation Army’s annual Santa Shuffle brings out the holiday spirit of giving in Canadians across the country. The Santa Shuffle started as a single race in Edmonton in 1990 when local Running Room members used their passion to raise funds to support The Salvation Army and those in need in their community. Every year the  […]
Salvation Army emergency services serve first responders
TORONTO, ON (January 4, 2020) Massive bushfires in Australia continue to spread as heat, high winds, and dry weather are pushing flames through much of the southeastern part of the country. As the crisis enters its fourth month, Salvation Army volunteers continue to provide emotional, spiritual and material support to firefighters, volunteers and evacuees. “As  […]
two children with Salvation Army hats stand by Walmart store
TORONTO, ON (December 18, 2019) –The Salvation Army is raising awareness about the upcoming annual Walmart Fill the Kettle Day to encourage Canadians to give generously this Christmas and holiday season.  On Saturday, December 21, Walmart Canada will match donations made by individuals to Salvation Army Christmas kettles located in select stores nationwide up to  […]

The Salvation Army Launches 129th Annual Christmas Kettle Campaign

Posted on 18th November 2019, by SalvationArmy.ca
Volunteer stands at kettle to support annual fundraising campaign
TORONTO, Nov. 18, 2019 – Today, The Salvation Army officially launches its 2019 Christmas Kettle Campaign, which is its largest public fundraising drive of the year. Now in its 129th year, the annual fundraiser seeks donations from the public to help The Salvation Army assist millions of people living in poverty. With one in seven  […]