2020

Kettle Success Supports Programs Across the Maritimes

Posted on 11th February 2020, by Maritime
The results are in! The Salvation Army’s iconic Christmas kettle campaign raised more than 1.8 million across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island thanks to the generous support of our donors and volunteers.  Nationally, the campaign raised more than $23.5 million this holiday season. Salvationist Magazine shared that the Canada and Bermuda territory  […]
Categories: 2020, Events

Staying Warm and Starting Conversations on Bell Let’s Talk Day

Posted on 31st January 2020, by Maritime
Salvation Army emergency disaster services volunteers are braving the cold to provide warm meals, hot drinks and winter clothing for those who are struggling in Halifax. The Jack Frost Outreach Program takes place in downtown Halifax each Wednesday evening during the winter months. The service began more than 15 years ago and has become a  […]

Cultural Togetherness – Bonding with International Students

Posted on 27th January 2020, by Maritime
As one can imagine, international students travelling to Canada to take up temporary residence may experience butterflies, jitters, and even cold feet. But many students who have enrolled with Cape Breton University have adapted quite well with the help of community togetherness. Major Corey Vincent of The Salvation Army has been living in Sydney for  […]

The HEAT Fund is Now Available for 2020

Posted on 14th January 2020, by Maritime
For more than twenty years, the Good Neighbour Energy Fund has provided emergency home heating support to keep thousands of vulnerable Nova Scotians warm during the winter months. Now, with a new name and increased funding, the Home Energy Assistance Top-up (HEAT) Fund will provide support for even more households in need across Nova Scotia.  […]