As we get into August, parents and students begin to shift their attention to back-to-school preparations. While for some families back-to-school shopping is simply routine, for others their financial situation may make shopping for school supplies a little tougher. The Salvation Army is gearing up to help vulnerable families across the country, with various programs  […]

As the daughter of Salvation Army officers/pastors, Kessa Daniels has been involved in Salvation Army summer camps across British Columbia since she was seven years old. She has been a camper, a cabin leader, and currently holds the position of administrative coordinator for Camp Mountainview. The time she has spent at camp has shaped her  […]

The Salvation Army in Guelph, Ont., in collaboration with Hand Print Kids, offers a free Toy Lending Library to support families who need toys to promote their child’s development. The toys can be borrowed for two weeks, and the toy selection is rotated every seven weeks. In 2021, Occupational Therapist with Hand Print Kids, Carol  […]

On June 8, a human trafficking ring in London, Ont., was dismantled as a result of an investigation conducted by the RCMP, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), and local police. The operation led to the liberation of 31 people. The Salvation Army’s Centre of Hope assisted in the operation by providing showers, toiletries, clothing and  […]

Behind all the fun activities and experiences from Salvation Army summer camps, there are dedicated cabin leaders, who work hard to ensure campers are safe and enjoying their time. Cabin leaders provide day-to-day care for campers. They sleep in the same cabins as the campers, help them in their daily care, and lead them through  […]