Toys packed, getting ready for their new homes this Christmas

Posted on 12th November 2013, by Maritime
Santa Claus and The Salvation Army have some helpers this Christmas as toy hampers are packed in preparation for distribution next month. A great supporter of The Salvation Army, Premiere Van Lines generously donated their warehouse as a space for toy-packing coordinator Elaine MacDonald to operate her very own Santa’s Workshop, with the help of  […]

Sleep Country Canada and 101.3 The Bounce partner for coat drive

Posted on 8th November 2013, by Maritime
Together with Sleep Country Canada, Halifax radio station 101.3 The Bounce collected coats for The Salvation Army through its “24 Hours Under The Covers” campaign. Radio personality Amateur Alex spent 24 hours in a bed at the Spring Garden Road location of Sleep Country Canada collecting coats, helping to ensure everyone in our community is  […]

Santa Shuffle early bird entry deadline this week

Posted on 6th November 2013, by Maritime
Runners and walkers looking to cash in on a deal have a couple of days to spring into action. The early bird deadline for Santa Shuffle Fun Run & Elf Walk registration is Saturday, Nov. 9. Shufflers registering before the early bird deadline will save $5 on individual registration, $25 on family registration and $50  […]

Beary Merry Concert Series three weeks away

Posted on 4th November 2013, by Maritime
Grab your tickets, pick up a toy and join us for one of this year’s three Beary Merry Christmas Concert Series shows in Halifax or Sydney, NS. The concert series, featuring The Stadacona Band of The Royal Canadian Navy, turns 18 this year and remains a favourite among young and old during the Christmas season.  […]

Lakeview Manor welcomes new executive director, Kym Elder

Posted on 1st November 2013, by Maritime
Serving as Executive Director of The Salvation Army Lakeview Manor, Kym Elder joins the Maritime Division with a rich background and a passion for long-term care. Born and raised in Ontario, Kym moved to Nelson, BC with her husband ten years ago. It was in the ski town in 2006 that Kym would discover her  […]
A Job and Information Fair was held at The Salvation Army Saint John Centre of Hope earlier this week, with some 200 individuals in attendance. Twenty-four local organizations including Eastern College, GoodLife Fitness and Army Reserves set up tables to share information on services and job opportunities with centre clients and the community-at-large. Lori-Ann Trevors,  […]

Investors Group supports after-school program

Posted on 22nd October 2013, by Maritime
Pictured with the children from Open Arms after-school program are Major Velma Preston, director of Halifax, Community and Family Services (far left), Ross Elliott of Investors Group (left) and Bonnie Hill, program director at Open Arms Centre (far right). It was all smiles at Open Arms Centre (Uniacke Square, Halifax) last week when Bonnie Hill,  […]

Moncton summer program finds success in the park

Posted on 18th October 2013, by Maritime
The Community Family Services program in Moncton, NB – under the direction of Natasha Burkett – decided it was time to switch things up this summer. With the goal of connecting with the community in which it operates, Moncton CFS began canvassing the neighborhood to pique interest and gain an understanding of what was needed.  […]

Beary Merry Christmas Concert Series tickets now available

Posted on 17th October 2013, by Maritime
Grab your tickets, pick up a toy and join us for one of this year’s three Beary Merry Christmas Concert Series shows in Halifax or Sydney, NS. The concert series, featuring The Stadacona Band of The Royal Canadian Navy, turns 18 this year and remains a favourite among young and old during the Christmas season.  […]

New Glasgow couple gives and receives through volunteerism

Posted on 11th October 2013, by Maritime
At our locations across the Maritimes, volunteers are often the heart of The Salvation Army programs and services, and Westville Corps (NS) is no exception. Captains Neil and Dolores Abbott say they are blessed to have dedicated volunteers like Ginny and Wayne Vacheresse, a husband and wife team to give generously of their time and  […]