Category: Hope Stories
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Moving to Canada Alone
When Mahmood arrived with his family of five in Canada in 2017, he hoped they could finally feel safe. Four years earlier, he had no choice but to leave Iraq,…
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Looking Beyond His Disability
“Never allow your disabilities or weaknesses to prevent you from achieving any of your goals,” says 45-year-old Rabin Betkhoodoo. “You have to look beyond your challenges to succeed in whatever…
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From Just Existing to Living Again
In her early 30s, Lesley’s true challenges began. A severe and chronic mental health diagnosis coupled with alcohol and addiction issues left her no longer able to function. Throughout her…
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Human-trafficking Survivor Puts Her Life Back Together
Looking at Victoria Morrison now, you would never know she fell victim to human trafficking. She is as strong and confident as they come—living proof that you can take your…
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Making Christmas Bright
While Christmas may look different this year, there is one thing that won’t change. The Salvation Army will continue to assist Canada’s most vulnerable. “I definitely need help right now,”…
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Putting the ‘Merry’ Back into Christmas
As the coronavirus crisis continues to impact lives, there is a lot of uncertainty and its hard not to wonder what will happen next. With the Christmas season just around…
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Single Mom Pays it Forward After Getting Back on Her Feet
Each Christmas and throughout the year, Jodi gives back to The Salvation Army. Grateful for the help she received when challenges came, she is paying it forward to help others…
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Ryan’s Recovery from Addiction
Nearly 21% of Canadians will experience addiction at some point in their lives (Canadian Mental Health Association). There is a chance that you know someone who has fought, or is…
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Salvation Army Shelter Saves a Life (WATCH)
Joseph had $30 in his bank account when he turned to The Salvation Army in Windsor for help. Alone and homeless, he was given a roof over his head and…
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Overcoming Homelessness and Improving Mental Health
Eric grew up in Alberta B.C., enduring an unfortunate childhood—his family being a victim of his father’s repeated beatings. By the age of four, Eric had suffered multiple concussions and…
