A message from the managing director of The Salvation Army’s National Recycling Operations Our Thrift Store operations have had a profound impact within our shared communities across Canada last fiscal year. More than just retail spaces, our stores are an integral part of our mission to serve and uplift our communities, while helping preserve our  […]

When the pandemic struck, Jessica, a single mother of three, had to deal with several challenges that significantly impacted her family’s life. She lost her job, and her mental health took a hit. On top of that, her family was evicted from their home due to a dispute with the landlord. Fortunately, The Salvation Army’s  […]

The Salvation Army in Orillia, Ont., has been running a weekly street ministry since 2016, providing essential help to the vulnerable population. Every Friday, a parked Emergency and Disaster Services (EDS) truck serves meals to anyone who drops by. Led by EDS Coordinator, Ron vanDeursen, the street ministry team has not missed a Friday run  […]

In 2023, the wildfire season was the most destructive in British Columbia’s recorded history. The Salvation Army’s emergency disaster services responded in a variety of ways, according to local needs and in partnership with other agencies. Services to support evacuees, first responders and other emergency management workers included meals, water bottles, snacks, hygiene kits, blankets  […]