Election Issue No. 3 – The Environment
Posted on 18th April 2011,
With Canada plunged into its fourth election campaign in seven years, the environment is one issue Canadians want to hear about. As it relates to the environment, The Salvation Army believes that humans are called to careful stewardship of the earth and its resources. Among other environmental initiatives, the Army makes environmental concerns an integral […]
The Salvation Army’s ‘Green’ Initiatives
Posted on 18th April 2011,
While the environment may down the list on the election agenda, politicians can still sense that the public continues to worry about ecological deterioration. Canadians are eager to make choices that will benefit the environment. With this in mind, The Salvation Army continues to look at realistic alternatives that promote environmental stewardship. Success stories In […]
The Salvation Army feeds over 5000 Volunteers
Posted on 15th April 2011,
Winnipeg, MB – The Salvation Army has begun assisting the City of Winnipeg and surrounding Regional Municipalities with flood preparations. Often the first on the scene and the last to leave, Salvation Army canteens (mobile feeding trucks), officers, volunteers and seasoned disaster relief personnel are on call at various locations providing services such as food, […]
The Salvation Army in New Zealand Takes Next Steps in Earthquake Response
Posted on 15th April 2011,
THE Salvation Army in New Zealand is taking the next steps in its reaction to the Christchurch earthquake, having concluded the concentrated visitation program that formed a major part of its initial response. The focus now is on helping people become more independent, meeting medium and long-term needs in the city. Unemployment in the city […]
Dignity Speaks
Posted on 15th April 2011,
Tickets are now on sale! ‘Dignity Speaks’ is a live event to be held at The Salvation Army Toronto Harbour Light on Sunday, May 15th. We are inviting the public to attend, or watch this national event, which will be streamed online at www.SalvationArmy.ca/dignity. Featuring the two-time Juno award-winning group, Downhere, and hosted by the […]
Volunteer and Make a Difference
Posted on 11th April 2011,
Volunteering may be one of the most valuable experiences of your life. You can take action to promote what you think is important and help someone else along the way. Your community benefits from your work and you benefit from your involvment. According to a Canada Survey of Giving, Volunteering and Participating conducted in 2007 […]
Salvation Army Honours Volunteers
Posted on 11th April 2011,
National Volunteer Week, April 10-16, pays tribute to the millions of Canadian volunteers who donate their time and energy. The Salvation Army’s service delivery is enhanced by the work of volunteers. In 2010, approximately 147,000 volunteers gave more than 1.45 million man hours to the work of The Salvation Army. People like René have turned […]
Salvation Army to Withdraw from Operations at A.R. Goudie Eventide Home
Posted on 7th April 2011,
The Salvation Army announced today that, after much consideration and deliberation, the decision has been reached to withdraw from its operations at the A.R. Goudie Eventide Home located at 369 Frederick Street in Kitchener, Ontario. A.R. Goudie has faced, and continues to face, resource issues and Salvation Army officials have now determined that they can […]
Addiction’s Powerful Hold
Posted on 6th April 2011,
Jay Barnard’s story of addiction goes back to age eight. Unable to cope with the effects of his parents’ separation and divorce, he turned to food for comfort. Within months he had bulged to a disturbing 200 pounds. By age 12 Jay was drinking, then drinking more. At age 14 he bought marijuana on the […]