From left: Kim Findlay, divisional director of development; Robert McFarlane, chair; Cpt Gina Haggett, divisional secretary for public relations; Lt.-Col Jamie Braund, divisional commander; Daryl Dunn; Sabine Kempe
On November 19, 2024, the British Columbia Division kicked off the Christmas kettle campaign at Robson Square in downtown Vancouver. Several members of the Greater Vancouver Advisory Board were on hand to lend their support. The 12th annual kettle kickoff brought together people from around the Lower Mainland to celebrate the launch of the iconic  […]

How The Salvation Army Brings People Together

Posted on 27th February 2025, by SalvationArmy.ca
Salvation Army pastor serves cup of coffee to client
In Bermuda, The Salvation Army provides a wide variety of assistance to people in need. This includes housing, food and spiritual support. The Army’s location in St. George’s offers a food bank to which eligible guests can come monthly for food items. However, this process was becoming somewhat transactional, which inspired Lieutenant Almeta Ward, corps  […]

Red Cap Program Helps Children Manage Anger and Prevent Bullying

Posted on 25th February 2025, by SalvationArmy.ca
Red Cap participant holds certificate of completion
Each year, on the last Wednesday of February, Canada celebrates Pink Shirt Day. On this day, many people take a stand against bullying. A key aspect of bullying prevention and reaction is teaching children how to manage their emotions before they lead to conflict. The Salvation Army’s Red Cap program does exactly this through fun  […]
Tammy left, speaks with counsellor, right
Just over a couple of years ago, Tammy felt far from happy. She was dealing with personal struggles, including recovering from a difficult relationship breakdown and mental health concerns after her dad passed away suddenly. She moved out of her community and moved in with her mother to help her, but the living situation that  […]

A Successful Second Chance with The Salvation Army

Posted on 4th February 2025, by SalvationArmy.ca
Ryan w glasses and blue shirt
Ryan recalls the moment he decided to turn his life around as if it were the climax of a film, where the main character experiences a realization that leads to a successful resolution. After spending a few years battling addiction and experiencing homelessness, Ryan travelled to British Columbia and turned to The Salvation Army to  […]
25% donations discount
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [TORONTO, February 3, 2025] – As Canada braces for the economic impact of U.S. tariffs, The Salvation Army is launching an urgent appeal to help those most vulnerable to rising costs. With the threat of a 25% tariff on Canadian goods, The Salvation Army is introducing a way for donors to support  […]