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Back-to-School with a Drive Thru
From grocery store lineups to the mandated wearing of masks and gloves, the pandemic has initiated new practices within our communities. Considering these stringent protocols, The Salvation Army Dartmouth Community Church held their annual Back to School Campaign in their parking lot—drive through style. “Regardless of the changes, we are learning to adapt so that…
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Four-Year-Old Fundraiser Steps Up for Community
From dropping change into a Christmas kettle to donating used clothes to a thrift store, each Maritimer has a different way they show their support for The Salvation Army. Harold Kwan of Moncton likes to show his support by taking part in fundraising events. The only difference – he’s just four years old. Sharing and…
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Ladies Hold Lemonade Party to Raise Funds for Salvation Army International Efforts
Note: all COVID-19 health and safety guidelines were upheld during this gathering. While the pandemic may have prevented typical gatherings, the ladies at The Salvation Army Fredericton Church still found a way to safely connect – backyard style. “Eleven of our women’s fellowship ladies met for the first time since COVID-19 for an outdoor lemonade…
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How to Prepare for an Emergency in 2020
Emergencies and natural disasters occur quickly and often without warning. As hurricane season approaches in the Maritimes, The Salvation Army is working to ensure everyone is prepared when disaster strikes. In 2019, Hurricane Dorian wreaked havoc across our region, particularly Nova Scotia. The storm caused trees to be uprooted, extensive roof damage, power outages and…
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Salvation Army’s Camp-in-a-Box Brings Fun and Connection to Children at Home
This year, Salvation Army’s Scotian Glen camp was unable to open due to COVID-19, but that hasn’t stopped the team from finding creative ways to bring the fun of camp to families at home. One in particular has quickly become a favourite, and that’s Camp-in-a-Box. “It’s a box filled with fun”, says Major Carson Decker,…
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Community Garden Creates Welcoming Space
In Fredericton, The Salvation Army community garden is doing more than just boosting food security – it’s become a welcoming space for people of all skills and abilities. “The garden has been laid out in such a way that people of all abilities can take part,” explains Susan Strickland, community services coordinator. “We have raised…
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Volunteering Helps New Canadian Give Back During Pandemic
Less than a month ago, Augustine Ansong-Owusu was one of hundreds of Canadians who volunteered to help The Salvation Army provide essential services throughout the pandemic. “I wanted to help too.” “The Salvation Army is all over the world helping people,” says Augustine. “I wanted to help too.” Each Monday, Augustine volunteers with The Salvation…
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Celebrating Canada Day as a New Canadian
For Ahmad, this Canada Day will be a special one. For the first time, he will be celebrating Canada Day as a Canadian citizen. Since immigrating from Syria, Ahmad has played a key role at The Salvation Army’s Centre of Hope in Halifax by supporting newcomers with translation, interpretation and more. In his role, Ahmad…
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The HEAT Fund Keeps 3,500 Nova Scotian Households Warm this Winter
Each year, The Home Energy Assistance Top Up Fund, or HEAT Fund, helps thousands of individuals and families in Nova Scotia keep their homes warm during the winter months. In 2020, more than 3,500 households received support from this life-changing program. Linda Kennedy was a recipient of the HEAT Fund. Living on long-term disability in…
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Local Fisherman Donate 200 lbs of Lobster to Salvation Army Food Bank
It was anything but a normal day at The Salvation Army food bank in Sydney, Cape Breton when 200 lbs of live lobster were delivered to their doorstep. The generous donation came from local fisherman Blain, Andrea and Shawn Marsh of Alders Point and were delivered by community member, Eddie Orrell. “This act of kindness…
