Category: Hope Stories
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Salvation Army in Moose Jaw Fills in the Gap to Feed the Hungry
When the local men’s emergency shelter reduced their feeding program to protect volunteers and residents from the coronavirus, The Salvation Army in Moose Jaw, Sask., stepped in to ensure that…
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Salvation Army Converted Freightliner Feeds the Homeless in Victoria
It is estimated that there are more than 1,000 people in Victoria experiencing homelessness, and The Salvation Army is ensuring they are fed and hydrated. “People without homes sleep in…
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Salvation Army in Saint John Serves 500 Meals to Shelter Residents Each Week
The Salvation Army in Saint John, New Brunswick, has partnered with Outflow, Saint John’s Men’s Homeless Shelter, to provide meals for residents. “Using the Army’s emergency disaster services vehicle, we…
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Salvation Army Serves Soup, Compassion and Hope, in Thunder Bay
After weeks in quarantine, those facing financial insecurity may struggle with expenses such as rent and utilities, often not having enough funds left to provide food for the entire month.…
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Former Addict Gives Back to Help Hungry People During COVID-19
Twelve years ago, Jay Barnard checked into The Salvation Army’s addiction recovery program at the Booth Centre in Ottawa. His alcohol and drug abuse were out of control. Today, as…
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Salvation Army in Fredericton Delivers Food to Doorsteps
Last year, The Salvation Army in Fredericton launched Operation Senior Food Box Delivery, a program to bring groceries to seniors and help combat their loneliness with a visit. Little did…
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IKEA Winnipeg donates over $10,000 worth of household items to The Salvation Army Winnipeg Centre of Hope
As an organization that has people at the core of its mission, The Salvation Army has taken unprecedented measures during COVID-19 to ensure that those who rely on them for…
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After Schools Close, Salvation Army Continues to Feed Hungry Children
In 2012, when The Salvation Army in Regina learned that there were children attending school without nutritious lunches, they stepped up to help feed as many vulnerable families as possible.…
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Video Conferencing Connects Families with Loved Ones in Long-term Care
Keeping loved ones connected is critically important as long-term care and seniors’ homes are restricting visitations to protect residents from illness. With this in mind, The Salvation Army’s Ottawa Grace…
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Salvation Army in Williams Lake Provides Mobilized Lunch Program During COVID-19
For those experiencing homelessness and food insecurity, the COVID-19 pandemic has many without access to their most basic needs. With cafés and community centres shut down, more hungry people are…
