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Salvation Army Announces Hope in the City Virtual Run to Raise Funds and Keep Community Connected
HALIFAX, NS June 15, 2020 – This July, The Salvation Army is introducing a new event, Hope in the City Run – a virtual run to support the life-changing programs that The Salvation Army provides across the Maritimes. Virtual runs have become a popular method for non-profit organizations to raise vital funds after COVID-19 forced…
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Salvation Army Helps Father and Son Reconnect
Lucas (right) pictured with The Salvation Army Bedford Macdonald House Residential Manager, Michael Redmond (left). This Father’s Day won’t be a typical one for Lucas. With a new lease on life he has a purpose to fulfill – building a relationship with his son. At a young age, Lucas and his family moved to…
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Salvation Army to Distribute Another 50,000 lbs of Potatoes in Halifax on Wednesday
HALIFAX, NS June 9, 2020 – This Wednesday, The Salvation Army Fairview Citadel will distribute 50,000 lbs of potatoes to those experiencing food insecurity, thanks to a generous donation from McCain Foods Canada. “Re-opening has begun in our province, but that doesn’t mean the need has ended. Many are still without a job and facing…
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Little Help Makes a Big Impact
While we are all trying to keep our distance, one couple is bringing their community together – by collecting food bank donations for their local Salvation Army. Shannon Johnson and Danny Little are no strangers to giving back. Last Christmas, the Halifax couple rallied their neighbours to fill a dump truck full of toys for…
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Small Blessings Daycare Returns to a New Normal
As our economy and a sense of normalcy returns, many are wondering what that entails. The Salvation Army’s Small Blessings Early Childhood Development Centre in Moncton has reopened this week with one third of the children returning—so far. Janice Rice, Director of Small Blessings gives a logical reason for this. “Some parents are cautious expressing…
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Income Tax Clinics Resume in New Brunswick
The Salvation Army has resumed drop-off income tax clinics in New Brunswick, following the strict government regulations. Below are the details of the locations offering this service. Fredericton Time: Monday, Wednesday and Fridays from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, and 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Location: 531 St. Mary’s Street, Fredericton, NB Phone: (506) 453-1706…
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Nova Church Volunteers with Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services
As the demand for our services increase, The Salvation Army is reliant on volunteers to help us meet the need. But with many unable to help due to their health conditions or self-isolation, community groups, such as Nova Church, are coming forward and offering their support. In April, Nicole Victory, a member of Nova Church,…
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“Brew Unto Others” Virtual Coffee Time Helps Cape Breton Community Stay Connected
On a Wednesday night in Sydney, Cape Breton, people of all ages came together on a zoom call to feel connected with each other during a time of social distancing. “Brew unto Others” is a weekly virtual coffee time started by The Salvation Army Sydney Church in Cape Breton to help keep the community connected…
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Salvation Army uses Thrift Store Resources to Help those in Need
In March, The Salvation Army made the difficult decision to close thrift stores in order to keep our employees and customers safe from the spread of COVID-19. The stores, vehicles, and store facilities went unused – that is until they became an asset for our community family services. “We began receiving sizable donations of food…
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Salvation Army Reminds Maritimers to be Emergency Prepared
Emergency Preparedness Week, May 3-9, encourages Canadians to take time now to plan for the unexpected. Given the global coronavirus pandemic we are experiencing, this year’s national event is particularly relevant. “Emergency Preparedness Week (EP week) is an annual event that is coordinated by Public Safety Canada,” says Perron Goodyear, The Salvation Army’s territorial director…
