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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…
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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,…
