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Give Thanks This Thanksgiving at Kin’s Farm Market

Posted on 5th October 2011, by British Columbia
Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude, for celebration, and a time for reflection. As we gather around dinner tables with our families and friends this season, we have to remind ourselves that the essence of the occasion is to be thankful for all that we have.  On Saturday, October 8th, give hope to those most  […]

Thank You!!!

Posted on 28th September 2011, by British Columbia
Thank you to Craftsman Collision for helping The Salvation Army in ensuring that no families go hungry this season by contributing a sum of $25,000 from The Making – A- Dent Food Drive!

A “wheely” good day!

Posted on 28th September 2011, by British Columbia
Thank you to all the Mustang enthusiasts who came out to support The Salvation Army this weekend!  With an increase in participation from last year, we saw over 65 cars and ended the day with a  kettle full of donations along with LOTS of toys for kids in need.

Vancouver Island Mustang Association Host 25th Annual Toy Run

Posted on 19th September 2011, by British Columbia
Sunday, September 25th, the Vancouver Island Mustang Association is hosting the 25th Annual Toy Run, benefitting The Salvation Army of Victoria.  All toys collected will go directly to the toy shop at Community & Family Services, and will be distributed to families this Christmas. Join the Vancouver Island Mustangs and Canadian Classic Chevelles & Beaumonts  […]

Filling cars + hearts!

Posted on 19th September 2011, by British Columbia
It’s evident that Craftsman Collision is as good at making dents as they are in fixing them! Thank you to Craftsman Collision, PriceSmart Foods and Save-On Foods who all teamed up with The Salvation Army to ensure that no families go hungry this Fall by hosting a food drive this past weekend. Additionally, Craftsman Collision pledged to  […]

Top Chef!

Posted on 15th September 2011, by British Columbia
Thanks to the work being done by The Salvation Army, people are cooking up successful careers in the hospitality industry by participating in the Cascade Culinary Arts School. The Sally Ann’s 12 month program provides individuals with the training needed to find a job as a professional cook in the evergrowing food service industry through  […]

See what’s cooking in Kate’s Kitchen

Posted on 13th September 2011, by British Columbia
When you first find yourself in Kate’s Kitchen, located in Trail, B.C., you may think you’ve wandered into a unique local neighbourhood eatery. “We’re set up like a restaurant,” says Manager Linda Radtke. “We serve on real china, we have placemats and flowers on our tables, framed photos on the wall, and the food is  […]

The Salvation Army STANDs against human trafficking

Posted on 12th September 2011, by British Columbia
The Salvation Army in Abbotsford will observe the 6th Annual Weekend of Prayer to end Human Trafficking, with an inaugural event.  The main purpose and objective of the STAND event is to provide individuals with an opportunity to stand with victims against the atrocities of human trafficking through education, awareness building and focused prayer.  STAND  […]

Thank you for riding!

Posted on 12th September 2011, by British Columbia
Thank you to all the participants of this year’s GranFondo event which took place on Saturday, September 10th.  Beginning in Vancouver and ending in Whistler, participants donated articles of clothing which was collected for clients of our Downtown Lower Eastside Belkin House ministry.  We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you again next year!!  […]

Calling all bikers!

Posted on 8th September 2011, by British Columbia
Come prepared and look for The Salvation Army on Saturday, September 10th as we will be at the starting gates for this year’s Gran Fondo Cycling Race collecting discarded clothing from all participating racers.  Gran Fondo’s are mass participation cycling events that have enjoyed incredible popularity in Europe for decades and are beginning to gain  […]