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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Santa Shuffle: Fun Run + Elf Walk.

Posted on 21st November 2012, by British Columbia
It’s that time of the season again to welcome the Annual Santa Shuffle Fun Run + Elf Walk. The event is held across Canada and in British Columbia, you can find your own local race in Abbotsford, Kamloops, Kelowna, Nanaimo, Victoria and Vancouver. The 5km run and 1km walk will bring families & friends together  […]
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Giant Success!

Posted on 19th November 2012, by British Columbia
The Salvation Army would like to Thanks the Vancouver Giants, CKNW and all those who donated to our Giant Coat Drive at Friday night’s game!  Those who attended the game were encouraged to bring a gently used jacket to donate to someone in need. In total, 115 jackets and 2 sleeping bags were donated, including  […]
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Toys ARE Us.

Posted on 12th January 2012, by British Columbia
Thank you to all those individuals and Companies who got behind The Salvation Army this season in supporting our toy campaign and efforts in ensuring that every child received the Christmas morning they deserved. Through initiatives such as the CTV Toys4Kids Toy Drive, The Naden Band of the Maritime Forces Christmas Concert and respective toy  […]
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Kettle workers to use London Drugs’ wireless PIN pads

Posted on 19th December 2011, by British Columbia
With overall donations down this year for the annual Kettle Campaign, it is widely noted that people are carrying less cash and more cards in their wallets. Executives from local retailer, London Drugs, have recognized the shortfall in the campaign and with keen interest and initiative, have come up with a way to support the  […]
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Naden Band hits the right note.

Posted on 15th December 2011, by British Columbia
Another successful year for the Naden Band Christmas Concert Toy Drive! Our concerts were held inVancouver at the Vogue Theatre on December 8th and inVictoria at the Royal Theatre on December 12th, 13th & 14th. The Salvation Army would like to sincerely Thank the Naden Band of the Maritime Forces, Stephanie Greaves, Ken Lavigne, Astrid  […]
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Another shufflin’ good year!

Posted on 13th December 2011, by British Columbia
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What was another beautiful, crisp day … welcomed The Santa Shuffle toVancouver!  Taking place acrossCanada, all ages took toStanleyParkfor the 5K Fun Run and 1K Elf Walk collecting pledges to raise awareness and funds for The Salvation Army in the continued fight against poverty, one step at a time.  With 626 participants and over $27,000  […]
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Santa came to town!

Posted on 13th December 2011, by British Columbia
Thanks to everyone who came out to the 8th annual Rogers Santa Claus Parade which kicked off the holiday season and drew roughly 300,000 people to downtown Vancouver on a beautiful sunny day! Spectators arrived early along Burrard Street, coffees in hand and lawn chairs folded under arms.  This year’s parade featured more than 60  […]
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Surprise Donation!

Posted on 13th December 2011, by British Columbia
Salvation Army bell-ringers in Brooks, Alta., discovered a special donation last week when they emptied out the contents of one of their Christmas Kettles.  Found amongst the bountiful amounts of sparkling nickels and dimes was a solid gold coin. The anonymous donation was discovered wrapped in a $5 bill with a note explaining the coin  […]
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Beat Cares 2011

Posted on 28th November 2011, by British Columbia
The Beat 94.5 is proud to present The Beat Cares Holiday Toy and Food Drive in support of The Salvation Army! Bring your cash donations to Brentwood Town Centre on Friday, December 9th and help families in need this holiday season! Time: 6am to 10pm Location: BrentwoodTown Centre (4567 Lougheed Hwy, Burnaby)