In February, The Salvation Army in Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia, teamed up with Youth Unlimited to bring students in the area ‘Parking Lot Pizza.’ With a goal of celebrating and feeding teens that might not otherwise have had a meal, this initiative is one of many the church has been working on as they celebrated  […]

Dear friends, As Divisional Leaders of The Salvation Army in the Maritime Provinces, we are writing to express our support for the people of Ukraine and their loved ones during this difficult time. We are watching the events unfold in Europe with deep concern, and our hearts and prayers are with all those suffering. May  […]

In Truro, Nova Scotia, a revised program at The Salvation Army is giving vulnerable people a place to socialize, be warm and well-fed. “On any given day, 100 people walk through our doors seeking assistance,” says Lieutenant Matthew Reid, church pastor. “Even people with full-time jobs are struggling to make ends meet. They ask, ‘Can  […]

Commissioners Floyd and Tracey Tidd call for prayer Dear friends, We are all watching the events unfolding in Ukraine with deep concern. Our hearts are with all those who are suffering. We think particularly of Salvation Army officers, soldiers and employees who are serving in Ukraine and Russia. May God grant them his protection and  […]

A warm place to come home to and a comforting meal is part of daily life for most, but for those experiencing homelessness, it is a luxury that is not guaranteed. The Maritimes have seen several storms over the past few weeks as we settle into the winter months, which has increasingly affected our most  […]

The joyous sounds of holiday music and the smiling eyes of the staff, volunteers and friends of The Salvation Army brought the festive spirit alive for the annual Feast of Christmas at the Centre of Hope in Halifax earlier this December. The feast, a highlight in the Christmas calendar, was held outside this year and  […]

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The Santa Shuffle is back from December 4-5 in 37 cities across Canada, with more fun than ever to get runners shuffling right into the festive season! In partnership with Running Room, the event that features an opening ceremony and runners’ choice of a 5K “Fun Run”  […]

Having clean clothing is a basic necessity of life that many take for granted. For those who are experiencing homelessness or low-income, paying to wash clothing at a laundromat may not be an option. That’s why The Salvation Army in Moncton offers free washers and dryers to the community. “It is one of the most  […]

For many, riding a bicycle is an essential part of childhood – but for families in need, this added expense may not be possible. The Salvation Army in Sussex has come together with community partners to create a recycle-a-bike program to ensure all children have access to this opportunity. “It’s a community effort,” explains Captain  […]

Every Monday, more than 30 students from the town of Springhill, Nova Scotia, gather at The Salvation Army community church to take part in their after-school program, which is the only one of its kind in the small community of just 2,700.  “We started this program three years ago when she realized there wasn’t an  […]