The Community and Family Services team at The Salvation Army in Burlington, Ont. has a clear goal for the community events they are hosting this year. Their objective is for everyone to connect, socialize, and take a break from the screens. “My personal goal for this year, for all our programs, is to have a  […]

Moving to a new country will always be a daunting experience. For many families, moving to Canada usually means they must make some financial sacrifices until they can settle in. The Salvation Army in Peterborough, Ont., is ensuring  that new families in town can enjoy a wonderful holiday season with food and toys for their  […]

There are many challenges that come with moving to Canada. The Salvation Army journeys with people to break down barriers and give them a better tomorrow. Diego’s story At age 28, Diego left Venezuela and went to the United States as a student with his family—without resident status. “We became parents of two children during  […]

When Mahmood arrived with his family of five in Canada in 2017, he hoped they could finally feel safe. Four years earlier, he had no choice but to leave Iraq, relatives, his job, and culture. “In Iraq we faced danger; there was war; our lives were threatened” “In Iraq we faced danger; there was war;  […]

Less than a month ago, Augustine Ansong-Owusu was one of hundreds of Canadians who volunteered to help The Salvation Army provide essential services throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. “When I came to Canada, the community helped me,” says Augustine. “Whenever I deliver food to someone, I know they have the same feeling I did—that their community  […]

After years of being hunted down by a dangerous and deadly cult in their home country of Nigeria, Blessing and her family escaped to Canada for safety and solace. Today, she is in a place better than she could have imagined, and The Salvation Army helped to get her there. Fear and Intimidation “In Nigeria,  […]

The Salvation Army recognizes that literacy is a powerful tool to help people achieve their goals, develop their knowledge and potential, and participate fully in their community. Across Canada, we provide programs that help individuals and families build their literacy skills and find hope for a brighter future. “I’m a single parent and attend the  […]