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The Salvation Army prepares food for first responders in Fort McMurray
Edmonton, May 13, 2016 – The Salvation Army has now raised $651,524 for the Alberta fire response efforts. While The Salvation Army is still serving food to some of the first responders, we are experiencing increased demand for our assistance from Fort McMurray evacuees across the province. Our community and social service programs are distributing  […]

Moving Forward to Independence

Posted on 11th May 2016, by SalvationArmy.ca
Booth Packaging client packs tinfoil candle holders
For over 40 years The Salvation Army’s Booth Packaging and Supportive Services in Toronto has provided high quality contract packaging at the right price and on time. Unlike most other packing services, the men and women at Booth Packaging and Supportive Services (Booth Packaging) are participants in a vocational rehabilitation program to improve their work  […]

The Salvation Army Raises Over $500,000 for Alberta Fire Response

Posted on 10th May 2016, by SalvationArmy.ca
Emergency Disaster Services Worker receives donations
Edmonton, May 10, 2016 – The Salvation Army is grateful for our donors who have contributed $525,917 towards the Alberta fire response efforts. The Salvation Army’s community response vehicles continue to serve over 2,000 meals a day to first responders engaged in the Fort McMurray fire efforts. The Salvation Army is also supporting evacuees who  […]
Salvation Army EDS workers in Fort McMurray
The Salvation Army’s community response vehicles are serving 2,000 meals a day to first responders engaged in the Fort McMurray fire efforts. In addition to distributing food, water and hygiene kits, we are also providing emotional and spiritual care – a listening ear – to those tasked with combating the fire and ensuring public safety.   […]
people around support truck
Edmonton, May 7, 2016 – The Salvation Army’s Emergency and Disaster Services continues to provide support to first responders engaged in the Fort McMurray fire response efforts. The Salvation Army has four Community Response Units in the field that are feeding hundreds of first responders. Clothing Our thrift stores in Alberta are giving out five  […]

Alberta Fire Response Update #1

Posted on 6th May 2016, by SalvationArmy.ca
Alberta Fire Response mobile feeding unit
The Salvation Army’s Emergency and Disaster Services is providing support to first responders and those impacted by the disaster. The Salvation Army has mobilized four Community Response Units to feed first responders engaged in the Fort McMurray fire response efforts. At this time, the best way for the public to help with relief efforts is through  […]

Helping One Mom Start Over Again

Posted on 6th May 2016, by SalvationArmy.ca
Mom from Nigeria stands in front of trees at Salvation Army Barbara Mitchell Family Resource Centre
Settling in Calgary brought many new challenges for Gladys and her family. Originally from Nigeria, they had immigrated to the UK, but with high unemployment and uncertainty, they decided to move to Canada to raise their little girl. “Starting over again was hard,” says Gladys. “The high cost of shipping forced us to leave most  […]

The Salvation Army Responds to Alberta Fires

Posted on 5th May 2016, by SalvationArmy.ca
EDS mobile feeding unit in Fort McMurray
May 5, 2016 – As fires continue to rage in Alberta, The Salvation Army’s Emergency and Disaster Services is providing support to first responders and disaster survivors. The Salvation Army has deployed four Community Response Units to feed 800 first responders engaged in the Fort McMurray fire response efforts. Two additional response units will arrive in  […]

Emergency Planning Saves Lives

Posted on 2nd May 2016, by SalvationArmy.ca
EDS April 16 - GetPrepared
Emergency Preparedness Week, May 1 to 7, is an opportunity for Canadians to ensure they are prepared for any emergency situation that may arise. Natural disasters, pandemics, cyber incidents and terrorism can all cause emergencies in Canada. While response personnel, such as those with The Salvation Army, prepare by participating in training classes, all individuals  […]

Wiarton Trades Program Empowers At-Risk Youth

Posted on 26th April 2016, by SalvationArmy.ca
carpentry students stand in front of hand-made shed
They are youth at risk―struggling, frustrated and uncertain about the future. But The Salvation Army’s Trades Start Program in Wiarton, Ont., is changing that. “Trades Start, a 20-week course that teaches both hospitality and carpentry skills, serves youth who have fallen through the cracks,” says Scott Concordia, Program Coordinator. “Participants are often from unstable home  […]