What’s Happening: Charlottetown

Posted on 23rd December 2014, by Maritime
In advance of the Christmas season, a new type of store materialized out of thin air in downtown Charlottetown. This store didn’t have any sales, however, or even prices at all. Instead, it was an innovative distribution point, providing Christmas gifts for families in need. In the past, the store had been set up at  […]

Santa Shuffle Fun Run & Elf Walk just six weeks away

Posted on 23rd October 2014, by Maritime
Santa Shuffle Fun Run
This weekend marks six weeks to go until the Santa Shuffle Fun Run and Elf Walk. Join us for a five-kilometre run or one-kilometre walk in five different locations around the Maritimes and help The Salvation Army raise critical funds for those in need. This year’s event will take place on Saturday, Dec. 6, at  […]
This summer, golden carrots, turnip and yellow zucchini brighten the tables of The Salvation Army’s Community and Family Services (CFS) in Charlottetown. This is thanks, in part, to the partnership with the Charlottetown Farmers Market. The vendors have begun donating the leftover produce each week that does not sell. This produce is making a big  […]
The Salvation Army in Charlottetown is getting a little romantic for an upcoming fundraiser, as it will host the inaugural Hope in the City Valentine’s Fundraising Dinner on Friday, Feb. 14. The Army has partnered with Holland College for this event, with the institution managing food for the event. Meals will be prepared by the  […]

Santa Shuffle 2013: A run to raise funds for those in need

Posted on 7th December 2013, by Maritime
Over 1,000 runners came out to the trails of Shubie Park on Saturday for the Santa Shuffle fun run in support of The Salvation Army. The race was one of 39 taking place today across the country. Other locations in the Maritimes include Moncton, Fredericton, Saint John and Charlottetown. The event in Halifax raised approximately  […]

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  […]

Santa Shuffle fun run just two months away

Posted on 4th October 2013, by Maritime
Time to lace up the sneakers and start training – the Santa Shuffle fun run is just two months away. An annual tradition to ring in the Christmas season, the event offers a five-kilometre run, or a one-kilometre walk, all taking place on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2013. This year’s event will take place in five  […]