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Hope in the City 2026: Tickets Now On Sale!
25th September 2026
Tickets for Hope in the City Halifax and St. John’s are now on sale! Join us for an inspiring morning of community, connection, and hope. Tickets sell quickly every year,…
Remembering, Honouring, and Standing Together: Reflecting on 9/11 and The Salvation Army’s Response in Gander
17th September 2026
September 11, 2001, is a day forever etched in history. While the world watched this tragedy unfold, The Salvation Army in Newfoundland and Labrador mobilized more than 2,000 officers, employees,…
Salvation Army Participates in 9/11 Heritage Minute
2nd September 2026
Reposted from Salvationist.ca The Salvation Army appears in a new episode of Historica Canada’s iconic Heritage Minute series, highlighting the generous response of Gander, N.L., in the aftermath of the…
Back-to-School Drive Brings Halifax Community Together
1st September 2026
Across Canada, The Salvation Army runs many back-to-school programs that provide families in need with classroom essentials just before the fall. While each location is well equipped to serve its…
A Century Later, Courage Helps Feed Neighbours in Need
21st August 2026
Community members gathered on August 13, 2026 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of a remarkable act of courage while supporting a growing need in the region. Ron White with the…
2026 Hope in the City Breakfast Events: Keynote Speaker Announced
20th August 2026
©David Howells 2019 www.davehowellsphoto.com 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…
Why Campers Return to Camp Starrigan Year After Year
20th August 2026
Nearly 500 campers travelled down the bumpy, gravel road leading to the beautiful grounds of Camp Starrigan this summer, arriving at a place many consider a home away from home….
Legacy Giving Supports Summer Camp Programming in Nova Scotia
17th August 2026
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…
Kids in the Kitchen Teaches Practical Life Skills, Helps Address Summer Food Insecurity
24th July 2026
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….