Rick’s Story

Posted on 20th June 2011, by The Salvation Army in Canada
From an early age Rick Jackson couldn’t get a handle on his insecurities. Due to his father’s addiction to alcohol, Rick lacked support and reinforcement. He never felt good enough, and became frustrated and angry. His self-doubt and desperate need for attention lead to destructive behavior, and Rick’s problems only got worse. “I did anything  […]
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Homeless Man with Golden Voice is an Online Video Sensation

Posted on 5th January 2011, by The Salvation Army in Canada
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTysXITBCmk His voice will make you sit up and listen. The homeless man with the rich baritone voice, Ted Williams, is an online video sensation with more than 4 million views. And, his fame may have landed him a job. Williams was spotted by The Columbas Dispatch, Ohio’s top news source for local news, standing  […]
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Trapped in the World of Drugs, Addict Finds Hope at The Salvation Army

Posted on 7th June 2010, by The Salvation Army in Canada
When Gus Wilson’s mom died suddenly, it was the most horrible thing he had ever experienced. No one could soften the blow for the 20-year-old. Two weeks later, Gus left his home in Midland, Ontario, for Toronto. “This was the beginning of a downward spiral for me,” says Gus.
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