Throughout the summer months teens affected by Asperger’s syndrome volunteered at The Salvation Army thrift store in Bathurst, N.B. From sorting books to hanging and sorting clothes, giving back not only made the teens feel good, it bridged communication gaps they sometimes struggle with. As part of a summer camp program at the Autism and  […]

Connection and Community—two words that are impacting lives in Kelowna, B.C. The philosophy at The Salvation Army in Kelowna is to provide Village-sized support and empowerment to all members of its community in practical and relational ways. For example, social events throughout the summer have offered a gathering place that is inclusive, accessible and multi-generational.  […]

The frequency and impact of natural disasters is on the rise worldwide.  Earthquakes, hurricanes, tsunamis, forest fires, tornadoes, ice storms and severe rain storms are happening more often than ever before. It is important to be ready for a variety of situations and that is why disaster management training is critical. The Salvation Army has  […]

Heat waves can be dangerous and push the body beyond its limits. Those especially at risk are very young children, the elderly and the homeless. As the summer heat grips large parts of Canada, The Salvation Army is striving to ensure the well-being of those most vulnerable. In some locations outreach teams are working extended  […]

Every year thousands of immigrants come to Canada bringing their own skills, knowledge, religion and cultural norms. They all yearn to strengthen Canada’s international character, but in moving to a new land, they face key challenges. Finding suitable employment and affordable housing are some of the most significant concerns for the newcomer. Across the country  […]

It’s a one-of-a-kind in Windsor, Ont. The Salvation Army food bank has changed the way it hands out food and is now offering a shopping-like experience to its visitors. “It goes down to the dignity of being able to shop, as opposed to receiving a handout,” says Perron Goodyear of The Salvation Army. Clients are  […]

According to the 2010 Canada Survey of Giving, Volunteering and Participating, 84% of Canadians donate and the majority of that number give because they feel compassion for those in need. It’s interesting to note further findings: 85% donate to a cause in which they personally believe 79% want to make a contribution to their community  […]

More than 20 years ago the House of Commons pledged to end child poverty in Canada by the year 2000. But the promised poverty elimination or plans never materialized. A 2012 Report Card on Child and Family Poverty in Canada says children can’t afford to wait anymore. Public policies have to intervene to support their  […]

On the first Friday of every June Americans celebrate National Doughnut Day, in honour of Salvation Army women—the so-called “Doughnut Girls” —who distributed doughnuts to frontline American soldiers during World War 1. While Canada doesn’t have a designated day dedicated to the doughnut, some Salvation Army centres are holding their own. On July 3 in  […]

Corporate support is essential to The Salvation Army’s ability to meet human needs and be transforming influences in communities around the world. In Canada and Bermuda The Salvation Army is blessed by the friendship and support of corporate partners such as Walmart, TELUS, and Siemens Canada. Both corporate and individual partnerships help support the Army’s  […]