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Toronto, December 11, 2010 –Keeping in the spirit of the season, Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Ltd. will support The Salvation Army in its efforts to raise funds for its annual Christmas Kettle Campaign at tonight’s Toronto Maple Leafs game vs. the Montreal Canadians at Air Canada Centre. The Salvation Army Brass Ensemble and Volunteers  […]
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Salvation Army Statement on Toy Donation and Distribution

Posted on 9th December 2010, by The Salvation Army in Canada
Toronto, ON December 9, 2010 – In response to recent media reports about toy donation and distribution, The Salvation Army states: “Recent media reports about The Salvation Army’s toy donation and distribution are not reflective of the organization’s national policies. The Salvation Army has no policy against distributing Harry Potter or similar toys and, in  […]
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Canadian Salvation Army Members Recognized for Their Work in the Caribbean

Posted on 7th December 2010, by The Salvation Army in Canada
On Saturday, December 4, at Christmas with The Salvation Army, held at Toronto’s Roy Thomson Hall, Robert (well-known as Bob) and Shirley McArthur were presented with The Salvation Army’s Order of the Founder, the highest Salvation Army honour for distinguished service. The Order of the Founder was established by General Bramwell Booth in 1917 and  […]
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TORONTO, Dec. 7 /CNW/ – Starting today and continuing throughout the evening hundreds of volunteers from Invis and Mortgage Intelligence, two of Canada’s leading mortgage brokerage firms, will visit shelters across the country to distribute new clothing and supplies as part of their Angels in the Night volunteer program. “In our daily lives we help  […]
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Cadillac Fairview and The Salvation Army Agree to Let Bells Ring During the Holidays

Posted on 5th December 2010, by The Salvation Army in Canada
Cadillac Fairview and The Salvation Army will announce today a decision to allow the Salvation Army’s kettle bells to ring at all of the company’s shopping centres during the holidays. 

The decision comes following discussions between Toronto Eaton Centre and The Salvation Army, and to reaffirm support for the seasonal fundraising initiative.

 “We have had  […]
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20th Annual Salvation Army Santa Shuffle, Presented by All Weather Windows Was a Huge Success

Posted on 4th December 2010, by The Salvation Army in Canada
Toronto, ON December 4, 2010 – Today, in 37 cities nationwide, close to 10,000 runners braved whatever December weather could throw at them and participated in The Salvation Army Santa Shuffle Presented by All Weather Windows. This 5 km run and 1 km elf walk is held annually to raise funds that support Salvation Army  […]
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PODS teams with The Salvation Army in Canada to brighten the holidays for people in need

Posted on 25th November 2010, by The Salvation Army in Canada
PODS®, a leader in the moving and storage industry, will provide containers to serve as collection points (Toronto, Canada) — PODS Enterprises, Inc.’s Canadian franchise network has teamed up to support The Salvation Army in Canada this holiday season as they collect food, clothing, toys and other items for the needy. PODS franchise locations in  […]
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The Dallas Cowboys Kickoff Salvation Army Kettle Campaign with Keith Urban

Posted on 24th November 2010, by The Salvation Army in Canada
On November 25, The Salvation Army’s kettle kickoff at the Dallas Cowboys nationally televised halftime show will mark the 14th year they and the Cowboys have partnered together to raise money for people in need in communities across the U.S. The Thanksgiving Day game will air on FOX starting at 3:15 p.m. and three-time Grammy  […]
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Second Cup Guests Share a Cup of Kindness with New Salvation Army Partnership

Posted on 22nd November 2010, by The Salvation Army in Canada
TORONTO, Nov. 22 /CNW/ – Second Cup® is thrilled to announce a newly established partnership with Salvation Army Canada, to support individuals in need during this special time of year. Effective November 29, 2010 guests can purchase a limited edition $3 gift card (while supplies last), and a contribution in appreciation of gift card purchases  […]
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World’s Largest Kettle Kicks Off Salvation Army Christmas Campaign

Posted on 19th November 2010, by The Salvation Army in Canada
On November 18, The Salvation Army in Toronto officially launched its Christmas Campaign with the World’s Largest Kettle. Measuring 8’ in diameter and 5’10” in height, the 2,800 pound red, tin-like kettle can hold $800,000 in quarters and was brought in from Ohio specifically for the launch. It was a damp, chilly morning and while  […]
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