Category: Hope Stories
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Former Salvation Army Shelter Resident Finds a Second Chance at Life
Overcoming addiction was the first step Kazumi Shimabukuro took to change his life. After being in and out of recovery and on the streets for some time, he joined a…
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Dads Matter Too
The Salvation Army’s Bethany Hope Centre in Ottawa offers a program called “Dads Matter”, which aims to give young fathers a place to connect and learn about fatherhood. This program…
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Former Salvation Army Client Now Advocates for the Most Vulnerable
In 2010 Al Wiebe’s life took an unexpected turn. Without warning he lost his job as an advertising sales executive, where he was earning a six-figure salary. After having to…
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Newcomers Find Friendship and Hope at The Salvation Army in Quebec
There are many challenges that come with moving to Canada. The Salvation Army journeys with people to break down barriers and give them a better tomorrow. Diego’s story At age…
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Salvation Army Residential Support Program Helps Client with Autism Thrive
For over three decades, Arpi Tokmak and her family have dedicated most of their time to taking care of their son Sam, who has autism. After much consideration, the family…
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How a Bike from The Salvation Army Helped a Winnipeg Radio Host
Christian Aumell arrived in Winnipeg in March 2015. He left his hometown of Tara, Ont., with two suitcases and nothing else. He had just finished his studies in broadcast journalism…
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Salvation Army Food Banks Are More Than Just a Service
Food banks are often seen as places where people in need can come to get food to survive, and, while this perception may be true, it doesn’t paint a full…
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Backpack Meal Program Gives Parents Additional Support to Keep Their Children Fed
Every week The Salvation Army in Red Deer, Alta., has helped vulnerable families with food support through the Backpack Meal Program, where individual bags filled with meals and snacks are…
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One Year Later The Salvation Army Continues to Give Hope in Ukraine
On February 24, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine, starting a war that has caused widespread devastation and forced millions of Ukrainians to flee their homeland. For The Salvation Army, the past…
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The Salvation Army Helps Client Improve Her Mental Health
Talking freely about your mental health is not easy. It takes time to build up the trust and confidence to feel comfortable sharing how you feel. This is exactly how…
