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Opening Doors: What Food Bank Accreditation Means for Carbonear
For more than 30 years, The Salvation Army in Carbonear has been a vital source of support for individuals and families facing food insecurity. With its food bank operating out of the local church and powered entirely by dedicated volunteers, the team has long been committed to meeting the growing needs of the community. Still,…
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The Salvation Army Empowers Young Women Through BRAVE Programming
Each spring, The Salvation Army in Moncton, N.B., hosts BRAVE, a special event designed for girls aged 12-18, focused on fostering empowerment and solidarity among young women. More than a one-day event, BRAVE is part of an international movement launched in 2014 to educate, uplift and support young girls from vulnerable backgrounds. The program provides…
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Free Salvation Army Tax Clinics Help Clients Get More Financial Benefits
Tax season can be stressful, especially for those who can’t afford professional help. The Salvation Army in Corner Brook, N.L., strives to make the process smoother by offering free tax clinics for low-income families or individuals to ensure they file their taxes timely, accurately and hopefully earn some additional income. “The majority of the clients…
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Market Room Gives Food Bank Clients a Shopping Style Experience
In recent years, food banks across Canada have experienced an increase in clients. The pandemic and inflation significantly impacted grocery prices, leaving many families struggling, even now. An initiative, developed after COVID-19, called the “Market Room” at The Salvation Army food bank in Truro, N.S., allows clients to have a comfortable experience when they come…
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Birth of a Street Ministry
Story by: Bruce Cluett, EDS VolunteerReposted from The Salvationist article (written in January 2025) It all started with a vision to serve. It was always the goal of Steven Hynes, emergency disaster services (EDS) director of The Salvation Army’s Atlantic Division, to expand the EDS ministry to get out into the streets of St. John’s,…
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Feel Good February: The Importance of Exercise at Any Age
Across the Atlantic Division, The Salvation Army is celebrating Feel Good February – a time to take care of your community, your loved ones, and yourself. One important way to do this is through exercise, which helps maintain health and well-being at any age. At The Salvation Army’s Lakeview Manor in Riverview, NB, seated exercise…
