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2026 Hope in the City Breakfast Events: Keynote Speaker Announced
We are delighted to welcome Mary Walsh as the keynote speaker for this year’s Hope in the City Breakfast events in Halifax and St. John’s! Mary is a celebrated and award-winning actor, writer, director, producer, comedian, and activist. She’s also a proud Newfoundlander! Join us for an inspiring morning of connection, conversation, and hope: HALIFAX…
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Legacy Giving Supports Summer Camp Programming in Nova Scotia
For many young people, overnight summer camp is a rite of passage. Campfires, canoes, and crisp, clean country air. It’s a place where new friends, fond memories, and long-lasting connections are made. Running a camp and maintaining its facilities are costly, however. That’s why The Salvation Army is grateful for generous supporters like The Christina…
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Kids in the Kitchen Teaches Practical Life Skills, Helps Address Summer Food Insecurity
The Salvation Army provides practical assistance to individuals and families year-round, and in the summer months, children living in households experiencing food insecurity feel the need on a deeper level. When the school year ends, many feeding programs that support families from September to June are no longer accessible, and that gap needs to be…
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Honouring Mike and Jenna
This past weekend, The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services team was honoured to support the funeral services celebrating the lives of Paramedics Mike MacKenzie and Jenna Croucher. Our dedicated volunteers provided a hydration station for the honour guard and first responders, while Salvation Army officers assisted with welcoming attendees and distributing service bulletins. It was…
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Save the Date – Hope in the City is Back!
Join us for an inspiring morning of connection, hope, and community impact. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details, including guest speaker and ticket information. We hope to see you there!
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Walking Together in Partnership with Indigenous Communities
June is National Indigenous History Month and The Salvation Army continues to honour its commitment to implementing the principles of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Meeting people where they are, without discrimination, and building respectful relationships has always been part of the mandate and mission of The Salvation Army. We…
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Family First: A Story of Determination
The International Day of Families has been observed in May since 1993, when it was first proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly. The day was established to recognize the important role that families play in society, raise awareness about issues facing families, and to deepen an understanding of the social, economic, and demographic factors…
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Giving Hope Today at the Hope Cafe
On a cold spring day in Saint John, New Brunswick, the warmth from the volunteers at the Hope Cafe brings a smile to those who need it. Three days of every week at The Salvation Army Hope Community Church, five volunteers operate a meal and friendship program that has quite a lengthy presence in Saint…
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Salvation Army Grace Nurses: Honouring a Legacy of Compassion and Care in Newfoundland and Labrador
National Nursing Week 2026 takes place from Monday, May 11 to Sunday, May 17. This week we celebrate the remarkable dedication and service of nurses across Atlantic Canada and Quebec. Sandra White (nee Snow) remembers being just five years old when watching in awe as the local Salvation Army Grace nursing school graduates, along with…
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How Moms & Kids Camp Led to Connection and a New Career Path
This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating women who nurture, support, and uplift communities. Melissa Noble has worked with The Salvation Army since 2023 and shared with us her experience with Moms & Kids Camp at Camp Starrigan in Newfoundland and Labrador. In her own words, Melissa shares how camp shaped her journey as a mother and…
