Hope Stories
The Challenges of Fleeing to Safety (VIDEO)
Posted on 7th August 2018,When Tragedy Struck Twice
Posted on 26th June 2018,Overcoming Trauma that Ran Deep
Posted on 21st June 2018,
National Indigenous Peoples Day, held on June 21, celebrates the unique heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding achievements of Canada’s Indigenous peoples. With this in mind, The Salvation Army honours Pamela Spurvey for turning her life around and improving the lives of others at The Salvation Army’s Addictions and Residential Centre in Edmonton, Alta. Early Years […]
Teen Mom to Single Parent to High School Graduate
Posted on 19th June 2018,A Father’s Strength
Posted on 14th June 2018,When Life Came Crashing Down
Posted on 8th June 2018,Salvation Army Program Provides Peace of Mind to Winnipeg Mother
Posted on 24th May 2018,
When Arlene gave birth to her daughter, Lauren, in May 1986, she knew something wasn’t quite right. After a series of tests, Lauren was diagnosed with having partial trisomy 13, a chromosome disorder that causes severe intellectual disability and many physical abnormalities. “We went to her pediatrician who said the best thing you can do […]
Salvation Army Helps Single Mother Cope with Bipolar Disorder
Posted on 11th May 2018,
“I want people to know that they’re not powerless when it comes to bipolar disorder,” says Harriet, 53. “I have a strong support system that includes The Salvation Army. But I wasn’t always healthy and happy.” Sixteen years ago Harriet came to The Salvation Army’s Parent Child Resource Centre in Kitchener, Ont. “I was a […]
Free from Fear
Posted on 3rd May 2018,
When Michelle fled an abusive relationship, she was pregnant with her daughter and hid in a women’s safe house for six months with her toddler son. When she moved into an apartment, she couldn’t afford food and reached out to The Salvation Army for help. “I was beaten down and looking for a place to […]