Salvation Army Christmas kettle campaign falling behind.

Posted on 13th December 2012, by British Columbia
The Salvation Army is seeking support from the community with the annual kettle campaign as donations are down across the Province. “The Salvation Army in British Columbia is currently at less than 50% of our target, sitting at approximately $1.7 million in donations with a goal to reach $4 million by Christmas Eve,” said Major  […]
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Gifts needed for Teens.

Posted on 11th December 2012, by British Columbia
Each year, it is a challenge to find suitable gifts for pre teen and teens between the ages of 11 to 15.  The Salvation Army Community & Family Services find that gift cards are a huge help and cater to the interests of this age group. Gift cards to: malls, movie passes, londondrugs, iTunes, restaurants,  […]
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Steve Nash Fitness Clubs create Holiday Happiness.

Posted on 11th December 2012, by British Columbia
Toys “R” Us is lending their support to Steve Nash Fitness Clubs as they kick off their Holiday Campaign to benefit The Salvation Army across the Lower Mainland. Salvation Army Divisional Secretary for PR & Development, Major Ken Ritson shares, “Steve Nash Fitness Club is a leader in the community, organizing the campaign between Toys  […]
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Thank You Jassal Chiropractic.

Posted on 11th December 2012, by British Columbia
boxes of stuff
Thank you to Jassal Chiropractic where this Thursday they will be collecting gently used coats and sweaters or new unwrapped toys from patients for The Salvation Army. Last year Jassal Chiropractic collected 100 coats and just as many toys in only one day! This year their goal is 150 jackets and 150 toys. To help  […]
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11th Annual Hope in the City Breakfast.

Posted on 10th December 2012, by British Columbia
The Salvation Army’s 11th Annual Hope in the City Breakfast, held Wednesday, December 5th, 2012 at The Vancouver Convention Center, is deemed by many as the staple Christmas Season Opening Event by many supportive corporations and individuals.  This important engagement marks the largest fundraising event for The Salvation Army inBritish   Columbia.  All monies raised  […]
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The Donnelly Group continues tradition of giving with 11th Annual Toy Drive.

Posted on 10th December 2012, by British Columbia
Tuesday, December 11th will mark the 11th year of the Donnelly Group Annual Toy Drive in partnership with The Salvation Army and the Donnelly Fund.  This highly anticipated event is feted with a public reception at Republic Nightclub.  The annual Toy Drive ensures a special Christmas for those less fortunate across the Lower Mainland. The  […]
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19th annual CHEK Charity Drive Thru.

Posted on 7th December 2012, by British Columbia
outside parking lot
The 19th annual CHEK News Christmas Charity Drive Thru takes place tonight at the Accent Inn Victoria hotel, located at the corner of Blanshard Street and Cloverdale Avenue ( 3233 Maple Street ). Stop by between 5pm – 7pm & come meet the CHEK News On-Air personalities and donate Clothing, Food and Cash to The Salvation Army.
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Santa Shuffle Information.

Posted on 3rd December 2012, by British Columbia
Proceeds from The Santa Shuffle will help many by having a huge impact on the lives of BC’s most vulnerable.  It was a cold and wet morning December 1, but hundreds of runners turned out to support the Salvation Army Santa Shuffle! THANK YOU to all who came and ran / walked and for those  […]
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CTV Toys4Kids Drive.

Posted on 28th November 2012, by British Columbia
This year will mark the 3rd annual CTV Toys4Kids Drive, initiated by grade 12 student Miguel Ramos from Burnaby.  In its inaugural campaign benefiting The Salvation Army, over $5000 and 4500 toys for raised – ensuring that Christmas morning was special for every child across the lower mainland. In the fall of 2010, St. Thomas  […]
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No dream is too small …

Posted on 21st November 2012, by British Columbia
This week, The Salvation Army is kicking off its 2012 Christmas Campaign, an effort designed to raise money and awareness for the more than 1.8 million Canadians in need that the Army serves each year. This Christmas, The Salvation Army is emphasizing that no dream is too small when you’re in need. Look for a  […]
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