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  […]

The Sally Ann Kettle

Posted on 25th November 2013, by SalvationArmy.ca
Here I am, a nice Jewish girl, standing behind The Salvation Army Christmas Kettle in the local mall.  It’s Friday afternon and my art group has volunteered to take turns manning the kettle. The kettle is strategically positioned near the mall entrance, next to the donut shop. Repeated wafts of sweet apple turnovers and hot  […]

Making Time for Kindness

Posted on 4th November 2013, by SalvationArmy.ca
The backbone of many Salvation Army programs and ministries are the thousands of volunteers who give of their time and abilities. Through their support, the Army is able to help more than one million people each year. What motivates volunteers to serve? What types of tasks do they do? Dr. Rod Overton—Fixing Joint Pain The  […]

How to be a Partner and Change Lives

Posted on 23rd October 2013, by SalvationArmy.ca
“Most of us think of Christmas as a festive time, with presents under the tree, surrounded by friends and family,” says a Salvation Army volunteer. “But for many it’s a time of sadness and anxiety, without family or support.” Organizations like The Salvation Army need volunteers year-round but even more so during the Christmas season.  […]
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People Helping People

Posted on 21st October 2013, by SalvationArmy.ca
When 28-year-old Bri-Jon volunteered with The Salvation Army he thought he’d be sorting clothes at a thrift store. Instead, he found himself on the front lines helping complete strangers—an experience that not only made a difference in the lives of others, but his own as well. “In 2008 the United Kingdom economy was in a  […]

Teens Overcome Challenges through Volunteering

Posted on 21st August 2013, by SalvationArmy.ca
Throughout the summer months teens affected by Asperger’s syndrome volunteered at The Salvation Army thrift store in Bathurst, N.B. From sorting books to hanging and sorting clothes, giving back not only made the teens feel good, it bridged communication gaps they sometimes struggle with. As part of a summer camp program at the Autism and  […]
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Governor General Volunteers at Salvation Army Soup Kitchen

Posted on 25th April 2013, by SalvationArmy.ca
Governor General David Johnston helped volunteers serve lunch at The Salvation Army Community Church in Pembroke on Tuesday,  as part of a tour to mark National Volunteer Week.   His Excellency spoke to Salvation Army staff about the program and conversed with friends and volunteers during the meal. “National Volunteer Week gives Canadians the opportunity to  […]
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Volunteering Changes Lives, Including Your Own

Posted on 23rd April 2013, by SalvationArmy.ca
Every week Julie Whalen uses her spare time and skills to help others.  And every week she ends up gaining more than she could possibly give. On any given Thursday this full-time mom and supply pre-school teacher uses her passion for cooking and her desire to show love in her community to teach low-income families  […]

Salvation Army Volunteer Ready To Serve

Posted on 22nd April 2013, by
There are many ways to volunteer with the Salvation Army. Marcel is a volunteer in western Ontario with the Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Services. He is trained and ready to serve when needed. To find our more about volunteering with the Salvation Army visit SalvationArmy.ca/volunteer
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Salvation Army Food Bank User Gives Back

Posted on 10th February 2013, by
Thomas first encountered The Salvation Army when he was a child. As an adult, he turned to a Salvation Army food bank in Toronto to help supplement his family’s needs. Today Thomas volunteers with The Salvation Army so he can give back to the community.
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