A fire took place on Tuesday, June 19th at Villa Anna Apartments at4465 Michigan Avenue in Powell River, BC. All 35 apts. were evacuated with no injuries or asualties. As a result, 45 people have been evacuated and are staying in hotels or with family at this time. Captain Rick Robins of The Salvation Army  […]

An agreement has been made between The Province and The Salvation Army to keep The Salvation Army’s homeless shelter in Courtenay open round-the-clock. The shelter, on Pidcock Avenue, was a night-only facility up until last winter. Since, BC Housing has agreed to provide funds for it to stay open during the daytime after Courtenay City  […]

Thank you for the continual support offered by CKNW in supporting the work The Salvation does and those we help in our communities through the CKNW Orphans’ Fund. A little about their long history and how they help … Mission: The CKNW Orphans’ Fund are dedicated to enhancing the lives of children with physical, mental  […]

On Saturday, June 9th, Westsong Community Church participated in the 8th annual Chili Cook Off hosted by The Rotary Club of West Shore! Westsong entered their chili, Blazin’ Sally, competing against over 15 other teams.  The signature, Blazin’ Sally succeeded with top honours as the audience voted it 1st place for the coveted People’s Choice  […]

The Salvation Army began its work in Canadain 1882, and as the organization celebrates its 130th anniversary this June, there have been numerous past accomplishments to celebrate, but there is also much to look forward to in the future! In adopting Founder William Booth’s philosophy to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of all  […]

On June 9th, The Caring Place is hosting its own version of TV’s Amazing Race.  The Amazing Adventure was born from The Caring Place staff members’ affection for the popular TV show. TheCaring Placestaff thought it would be unique to bring similar experience and adventure to Maple Ridge.  Shared Public Relations Coordinator Amelia Norrie, “we  […]

The Salvation Army is proud to be a part of the 2012 BC Seniors Games hosted by Burnaby, British Columbia from August 21 to 25. The BC Seniors Games are an annual, multi-sport event hosted by a different BC Community each year. They are one of the largest Games organized within BC with an expected 4000  […]

The 2nd Annual Breaking Down Barriers Work Boot Drive is kicking off on Saturday, June 9th at Capital Iron! The Salvation Army will be on site with 100.3 the Q to launch this 3 week long campaign between 11am – 3pm. With every pair of gently used CSA approved work boots donated, Capital Iron will  […]

The Province of British Columbia and The Salvation Army announced yesterday, the purchase and redevelopment of the Cedar Lodge Motor Inn.  The new project will provide shelter and transitional beds for people at risk and marginalized in Fort St. John. The Province will provide approximately $3.2 million for this project, while The Salvation Army will  […]

The rain didn’t stop the fun as over 700 people joined The Salvation Army for lunch at the post-parade BBQ in the parking lot of the Addictions & Rehabilitation Centre on the corner of Yates and Wharf Street. The Westsong Community Church’s band performed an outdoor concert for the public as they enjoyed a BBQ  […]