News and Stories
The Salvation Army in Canada Celebrates Doughnut Day
4th June 2026
It’s that time of the year: National Doughnut Day. Every first Friday of June, The Salvation Army commemorates this date to honour the brave work of the organization’s “Doughnut Lassies”,…
Family First: A Story of Determination
27th May 2026
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…
Giving Hope Today at the Hope Cafe
22nd May 2026
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…
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…
The Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) teams provide a wide range of support during times of crisis, working alongside local authorities to assist first responders and survivors. Since…
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…
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…