Salvation Army General André Cox has approved the official opening of Salvation Army operations in the west African country of Gabon and the west African country of Burkina Faso. This marks 130 as the total number of countries in which The Salvation Army has a legally and officially recognized ministry. Gabon In 2005, an interest  […]

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  […]

“I spend a lot of time stacking shelves at the food bank,” says Eileen. “I know that my work helps others but it also benefits me.” Eileen had worked as a social worker for 35 years when she was diagnosed with cancer. “When I was ill I had too much time to sit and think,  […]

Celebrated on the first Friday of June, National Donut Day was first created in 1938 by The Salvation Army in Chicago to honour those who served donuts to encourage and cheer up the soldiers during the First World War. Since then, donuts have symbolized The Salvation Army’s long history in caring for and providing dignity  […]

Following an election process involving Salvation Army senior leaders from across the world, Commissioner Brian Peddle was chosen to take the office of the General on August 3, 2018, following the retirement of General André Cox, who has held the post since August 2013. General-Elect Peddle will serve as the international leader of The Salvation  […]