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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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Salvation Army Implements Food Bank Delivery Service across the Maritimes
As community needs change due to COVID-19, The Salvation Army Maritime Division has implemented a new food bank delivery service across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island. Those in need who are unable to find safe, reliable transportation to a Salvation Army food bank are now able to call ahead, place an order,…
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Salvation Army in Saint John Serving 500 Meals to Shelter Residents Each Week
The Salvation Army in Saint John, New Brunswick, has partnered with Outflow, Saint John’s Men’s Homeless Shelter, to provide meals for residents using the emergency disaster services vehicle. “We feed between 75 and 100 people each night,” says Major Tracy Goyak, community pastor. From Sunday through Thursday evenings, shelter residents line up six feet apart…
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Senior Food Delivery Program Expanded to Help Those in Need
In June of 2019, The Salvation Army in Fredericton launched Operation Senior Food Box Delivery – a program to bring groceries to seniors and help combat their loneliness with a visit. Little did they know this thoughtful program would have to quickly expand to help those impacted by COVID-19. “We’re delivering food to anyone who…