7-Eleven Teams up With Salvation Army for Clothing Drive

Posted on 13th May 2014, by SalvationArmy.ca
Vancouver, B.C. –  On Wednesday, May 14, between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m., at participating stores across the country, 7-Eleven is inviting Canadians to celebrate the end of a long, hard winter and shed those winter blues along with their coats, boots, fleece, hats and gloves. In partnership with The Salvation Army Thrift Store, the  […]

Need Motivation to Spring Clean?

Posted on 24th April 2014, by SalvationArmy.ca
It’s spring cleaning time, an opportunity to take stock of what you have, get rid of things you don’t need and organize what is left. Rather than throwing your unwanted items in the trash, consider donating them to The Salvation Army. When you donate to The Salvation Army you not only give back to the  […]
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Montreal Thrift Store Helps At-Risk Teens Get Workplace Skills

Posted on 14th April 2014, by SalvationArmy.ca
Within the past year, The Salvation Army St. Hubert Thrift Store in Montreal, Quebec, has opened its doors to eight teenagers, providing them hands-on work experience and exposure to the retail environment. But, these are not your average teenagers. They are a group of youth who have endured a difficult past by being exposed to  […]

Salvation Army Honours its Volunteers

Posted on 7th April 2014, by SalvationArmy.ca
National Volunteer Week, April 6-12, gives The Salvation Army the opportunity to honour its 165,000 volunteers who serve passionately, willingly and selflessly on the front lines. Robert and Jackie are the perfect people for the positions they hold. As volunteers at The Salvation Army’s thrift store in Oshawa, their dedication and compassion helps people at  […]

Salvation Army Thrift Store Reopens in High River

Posted on 25th October 2013, by SalvationArmy.ca
After suffering extensive damage due to the June floods, The Salvation Army Thrift Store on Centre Street has reopened. On Tuesday, November 5, there will be a grand-reopening of the store. The Salvation Army has provided services to the residents of High River for over 106 years. Read more

Salvation Army Thrift Stores Raise $30,000 in Support of Disaster Relief

Posted on 10th September 2013, by SalvationArmy.ca
Due to the generosity of its guests, Salvation Army thrift stores across the country raised more than $30,000 to aid survivors of the Alberta floods and Lac Megantic train derailment. Funds raised are providing product and practical support to Salvation Army ministry units involved in relief efforts. Those affected by these tragedies continue to be  […]
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Thrift Shopping for Back-to-School and Beyond

Posted on 28th August 2013, by SalvationArmy.ca
Back-to-school shopping doesn’t always have to happen inside retail stores. Salvation Army Thrift Stores offer great variety when it comes to finding items for the school year, and beyond. From clothes to linens to furniture and mattresses, Thrift Stores save some serious money, and everything you are looking for is in one place. Furthermore, by  […]
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Thrift Stores Send 332 Kids to Camp

Posted on 26th August 2013, by SalvationArmy.ca
Every year, Salvation Army thrift stores work with communities across Canada to provide children in need the opportunity to attend camp, create positive moments, exceptional memories and special friendships. In 2013, the Send a Kid to Camp campaign raised $73,573, sending 332 kids to camp. The Salvation Army is truly grateful to its store guests  […]

What You Should Know About Salvation Army Thrift Stores

Posted on 12th August 2013, by SalvationArmy.ca
With more than 200 nationally and locally operated thrift stores from coast to coast, The Salvation Army operates one of Canada’s largest national clothing recycling operations. Do you have a question about Salvation Army Thrift Stores? Take a look at these responses to some frequently ask questions to find the answer you need! 1. Where  […]