Category: Hope Stories
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Salvation Army Helps Family Through Hard Times and to Build a New Life
Anthony and Thenisa Mason from Drumheller, Alta., are the owners of a family-run hot sauce business called Fermented Fire. Although the business has recently experienced success, the journey to this…
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Salvation Army Shelter Provides Healing and Hope
Louise Victor Hanne worked for many years as a law clerk, dabbled in local politics and is a published writer. She had a full life before unfortunate circumstances led to…
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Respite Program Helps Adults with Special Needs
For some adults with developmental disabilities, life becomes uncertain after finishing grade school. Without structure or daily activities, their days can become sedentary, often leading to feelings of isolation and…
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Finding Dignity and Comfort in a Time of Need
For years, Elizabeth from Fort Frances, Ont., worked for organizations that provided social support in her community. She often partnered with The Salvation Army and never expected to one day…
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The Salvation Army in Bermuda Steps Up to Fight Food Insecurity
Like many countries worldwide, Bermuda continues to deal with food insecurity. Rising inflation has made daily life more expensive, leaving many individuals struggling to put food on the table and…
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Finding Healing and Peace Through Salvation Army Transitional Housing
Richard Dobbyn had a tough upbringing. Living with nine siblings, it wasn’t easy to be heard and understood. His father’s drinking made things even more hostile at home. At 16,…
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Rising Again with Support from The Salvation Army
For many years, David relied on The Salvation Army during his times of need. He faced challenges such as homelessness, struggles with addiction and mental health issues. With the Army’s…
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Salvation Army Helps Client Overcome Some of Life’s Biggest Challenges
The Salvation Army has been there for David during low points in his life. The organization has helped him in different ways during different stages. As a teenager in the…
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The Fight for Freedom and a Fresh Start in Canada
Zara arrived at The Salvation Army’s Florence Booth House in 2022, but her story of resilience, strength and commitment to a better life began years earlier. As a woman living…
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Fleeing War and Finding Hope Through The Salvation Army
Life was very different for Yana Chupylka and her family when they lived in Ukraine three years ago. Most days, part of a common routine was to take cover in…
