News and Stories
Salvation Army Grace Nurses: Honouring a Legacy of Compassion and Care in Newfoundland and Labrador
11th May 2026
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….
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…
Ninety Years After: Remembering the Moose River Mining Disaster
20th April 2026
Three men. Ten days underground. A rescue mission that was the first of its kind. The world was listening, and The Salvation Army was there. On Easter Sunday 1936, in…
Halifax Advisory Board Welcomes New Chair and Vice-Chair
15th April 2026
In September 2025, Neera Ritcey was appointed chair of the Halifax Advisory Board. She currently serves as director of corporate affairs at Chorus Aviation Inc., a leading aviation, aerospace and…
Long-time Volunteer Leads an Impactful Food Bank in Clarenville
14th April 2026
For the past 10 years, Eileen Johnson has dedicated herself to The Salvation Army’s food bank in Clarenville, N.L., as a volunteer. Her experience allows her to effectively serve as…
Five Years of Hope, 140 Years of Commitment
13th April 2026
More than 140 years ago, The Salvation Army established its presence in Newfoundland and Labrador on Springdale Street in downtown St. John’s. Today, the Ches Penney Centre of Hope stands…
Semaine de découverte, de créativité et d’échange / A Week of Discovery, Creativity, and Connection
8th April 2026
Pendant la semaine de relâche, l’église communautaire de l’Armée du Salut à Sherbrooke a accueilli 20 jeunes, dont neuf adolescents, dans le cadre d’un camp de jour axé sur l’apprentissage,…
The Salvation Army in Saint John Steps Up for a Good Cause
12th March 2026
Cold Night of the Year (CNOY) is an annual fundraising walk held in cities and towns across Canada. Its goal is to raise money for those experiencing hurt, hunger and…
March 8, 2026 marks International Women’s Day—a day that celebrates women’s empowerment and advocates for gender equality. Thankfully, The Salvation Army is no stranger to elevating women in leadership and…