For The Love of Giving – Kaya & Gloria in Kenora

Posted on 6th February 2023, by jmifsud
Kaya is a young mother of two, a full-time student and working part-time in Kenora, Ontario. Supporting her family on a part-time income while trying to focus on her studies was difficult. “It was hard to make ends meet, grocery wise and my kids’ needs,” Kaya explains. Kaya’s mother-in-law Gloria is a former client of  […]

For The Love of Giving – Ken McKnight: Toymaker

Posted on 3rd February 2023, by jmifsud
There’s something extra special about a handmade gift! For the past few years, Ken McKnight has been building wooden trucks, tractors and cradles and donating them to The Salvation Army in Saskatoon. He made and presented over 100 handcrafted pieces in 2022, distributed through Christmas assistance programs at The Salvation Army Saskatoon Temple. “I’ve been  […]

Jeri’s Story of Hope

Posted on 27th January 2023, by jmifsud
Your donation gives places like The Center of Hope in Winnipeg the ability to provide a warm place to sleep, showers, laundry, and access to other supports for unsheltered people. Jeri was diagnosed with a mental illness in his teens and received short-term care at The Centre of Hope which housed a crisis stabilization unit.  […]
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Walking along the hallway in Edmonton’s Braemar School, there are some marked differences from the typical high school. As Salvation Army volunteers walk to the cafeteria every Tuesday, baby strollers are parked here and there along the wall and there’s a room full of maternity and baby clothes, because Braemar is a bit different. This  […]

Christmas Volunteer Opportunities

Posted on 17th November 2022, by jmifsud
The Salvation Army Prairie Division has lots of opportunities to share the Christmas spirit by volunteering. Most of our volunteer opportunities are open to individuals or groups of any age and ability and don’t require any previous experience. If you’re a reliable, friendly person with a positive attitude come join us for one of our  […]
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Christmas Across the Prairie Division

Posted on 2nd November 2022, by jmifsud
The Christmas season is a time of joy for many but rising costs and the stress of feeding extended family and providing toys for children may keep some families from celebrating. Throughout the year, The Salvation Army strives to help those in need. We provide access to food banks, community/family services and affordable shopping at  […]
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Shopping with Points at the Kenora Food Bank

Posted on 20th October 2022, by jmifsud
There’s a new experience waiting for people visiting the food bank at The Salvation Army in Kenora. The new grocery store model allows people to come in a shop for the foods they prefer, using a points system. Now clients have a say in the foods they receive. Sandra Poole is the community ministries director,  […]
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Emergency Disaster Services on Display

Posted on 10th October 2022, by jmifsud
The Salvation Army Prairie Division’s Emergency Disaster Services team were excited to be a part of this year’s National Indigenous Fire Safety Council’s Safety Conference in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan September 28th to October 1st, 2022. Our participation included a trade show booth and introductory training regarding The Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Services. We also had  […]

Delivering CRUcial Services

Posted on 21st September 2022, by jmifsud
In times of distress, a large white truck with red lettering rolls up, opens a window and the smell of fresh hot coffee wafts in the air: The Salvation Army is here to support communities, partner agencies and first responders. The Community Response Unit or CRU is a heavy-duty vehicle outfitted with a full kitchen  […]
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