The challenge—break into groups, take $5 each, and make a positive change in one hour. As part of a program to provide students with opportunities to engage in the world around them, Hamilton’s McMaster University students took to the streets. One student handed out hot chocolate to the first four people she thought might benefit.  […]

At the Salvation Army providing food and shelter is always a priority.

“Income-tax time creates incredible stress for me,” says Rosemary. The cost of having income taxes prepared by tax firms starts at $60. For Rosemary, whose been laid off from her factory job, that’s a big deal. Due to circumstances beyond her control, Rosemary asked The Salvation Army for assistance to complete her tax forms through  […]

It’s worrisome! A recent Toronto Star article did the research. When it comes to health care, people are more likely to see a family doctor if they are wealthy versus being a welfare recipient. A new study examined the way 375 Toronto doctors’ offices responded to callers looking for a family physician. “The findings indicate  […]

We asked Canadians: Do you think donating your pennies can make a difference? To find out more about donating your pennies to the Salvation Army visit https://salvationarmy.ca/pennies

The Salvation Army in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, says the shelves of the local food bank are starting to look a little bare as the stocks from Christmas dwindle. Items they are in need of include one litre juice boxes, canned fruit and canned pasta. “We are always accepting donations, people don’t necessarily have to  […]

The Salvation Army is collecting the discontinued penny over the next few months at 120 of its thrift stores, including stores located in Halton at 420 Main St. in Milton, 82 Mill St. in Georgetown, 3245 Fairview St. in Burlington and 356 Kerr St. in Oakville. The drive follows the federal government’s decision to take  […]

Paul never thought he’d be a single parent, but five years ago he was thrust into his new role. “It’s still tough,” he says. “I take one day at a time. What matters most is that I’m a capable dad who loves his children.” In 2008, Paul’s children, ages 7 and 10 at the time,  […]

Single parenting is not likely something one would choose, but the reality of today is that, according to Statistics Canada: • 16 percent of households are single-parent households. • The number of single parents jumped eight percent between 2006 and 2011. • Single mothers, who make up about 80 per cent of all single-parent families  […]

We asked Canadians: What will you do with your pennies? To find out more about donating your pennies to the Salvation Army visit https://salvationarmy.ca/pennies