The Salvation Army’s “Craft & Chat” Revives Community Bond and Kindness

Posted on 7th September 2023, by SalvationArmy.ca
lady knitting
Major Dena Hepditch was appointed to The Salvation Army in Red Deer, Alta., in August 2020. It was a time of great uncertainty as the COVID-19 pandemic still loomed. After spending the first year unable to see much of the community, Major Hepditch knew that once everything opened up, they would need to do something  […]

Women’s Shelter Provides More Than Just Safety

Posted on 31st August 2023, by SalvationArmy.ca
two ladies infront of computer
The Salvation Army in Calgary offers a 24-hour shelter for women who need a safe place. It accommodates 18 women fleeing domestic violence, eviction, human trafficking, addiction, or homelessness and gives them a chance to get back on their feet. “The unique thing about the shelter is that it feels like a home and not  […]
EDS worker serves meal out of community response unit
In May 2023, the province of Alberta was struck by a devastating series of wildfires that ravaged communities and left a trail of destruction in their wake. To meet the pressing need for nourishment and relief, Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) personnel quickly mobilized to provide food, hydration and emotional and spiritual care to  […]