News and Stories
Stories of Hope–Rebuilding Dignity and Transforming Futures
Throughout July, temperatures have frequently climbed above 30 C across Ontario. In Ottawa, The Salvation Army’s outreach team is supporting people experiencing homelessness by providing care during periods of extreme…
New Water Tanks Restore Stability
25th July 2026
When the deteriorating water tank at a Salvation Army boys home in Myanmar threatened to collapse, the children’s health and well-being were in jeopardy. The tank was their only reliable…
You Help Provide Safety and a Future
24th July 2026
As a single father, Luis worries every day about his three young children, all under the age of 12.* In El Salvador where he lives, he has reason for concern….
New Ambulance Means Survival
23rd July 2026
“When I was pregnant with my son Isaac, I worried a lot because medical help was very far away,” says Mercy, a young mother in rural Kenya West.* “If I…
Venezuela Earthquake Support: Update 2
23rd July 2026
The humanitarian impact of the earthquakes in Venezuela continues to deepen. As the situation remains intense, The Salvation Army’s response is beginning to move beyond immediate relief alone. Early recovery…
Mother Becomes Valedictorian After Experiencing Homelessness
23rd July 2026
In the days between Christmas and New Year’s Day, Jolene Sumner and her three children arrived at The Salvation Army’s shelter in Winnipeg. A severe pest infestation forced the family…
Your Support Sows Seeds of Hope
21st July 2026
As a small-scale farmer in Malawi, Elizabeth struggled with ongoing drought and flooding, resulting in failed crops and food insecurity. It seemed like every year this mother of six children…
On June 26, a devastating wildfire broke out near Fort Simpson, N.W.T., forcing residents of the village to evacuate. Many were transported to Yellowknife, where The Salvation Army and local…
For six months, Louva Taylor went through one of the most difficult times of her life. After relocating to Vernon, B.C., she experienced homelessness and struggled to make ends meet….
