Handymen in Barrie are helping people get back on their feet—for free. A member of a local church in Barrie, Ontario, started a Helping Hands program, where church members volunteer handyman services to those who really can’t afford it. “We stick to small jobs that can be wrapped up in two or three hours,” says  […]

The Salvation Army began its work in Canada in 1882, just fifteen years after Confederation. By July that year, The Salvation Army in London, Ontario, had grabbed the attention of the press. The success of the Army was remarkable and its growth was amazingly rapid. Since opening its doors in Canada, The Salvation Army has  […]

The Salvation Army has recently completed its 31 Days of Dignity, an opportunity to regard the dignity of others through simple acts. While the Army recognized May as Dignity Month, it also believes that treating individuals in a manner that supports a positive self-image is a year-round responsibility that we have. When we do this  […]

Friday June 1 marks National Donut Day, an American tradition that dates back to the First World War when Salvation Army volunteers cooked up donuts to cheer American army troops. Salvation Army lassies who made the donuts were the only women outside of military personnel allowed to visit the front lines. As the donut gained  […]

Many people do not realize the extent of hunger’s reach in this country. Consider these figures: • 900,000 – the number of Canadians assisted by food banks each month • 93,000 – the number of first-time users each month • 38 – the percentage of children and youth who rely on food banks • 800  […]

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Do citizens have a right to choose their neighbours? People have sought to engage in decisions affecting their way of life for a long time. When change is proposed in a neighbourhood, residents may be skeptical or even take a hostile approach. Three years ago, Richard Leblanc purchased a farm in Saanich, B.C. Here he  […]

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An Ipsos Reid survey conducted in November 2011 on behalf of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) revealed that most Canadians consider charities to be important in filling a gap of needs not being addressed by the public and private sector. The survey also indicated that: • Seven out of 10 Canadians have made a  […]

Work without pay? Yes! Volunteering may be one of the most valuable experiences of your life. It’s a double win: your community or cause benefits from your work and you benefit from your experiences. There are volunteer opportunities for everyone, in every place, to fit every schedule. So why volunteer? 1. You learn to count  […]