World Aids Day

Posted on 1st December 2010, by Salvation Army
Today, December 1, as we observe World AIDS Day, the Toronto Star released the following: “We must reject complacency and disregard against HIV and AIDS. Data released by the Public Health Agency of Canada this week clearly demonstrates there is a wide-ranging domestic HIV epidemic. In fact, new HIV infections in Canada in 2007, 2008  […]
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The Santa Shuffle is Your Opportunity to Help Others

Posted on 29th November 2010, by Salvation Army
The Santa Shuffle is about others and giving back to your community. On Saturday, December 4, the Santa Shuffle, a 5 km run and a 1 km walk, will raise awareness and funds for local Salvation Army programs during Christmas and throughout the year.
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PODS®, a leader in the moving and storage industry, will provide containers to serve as collection points (Toronto, Canada) — PODS Enterprises, Inc.’s Canadian franchise network has teamed up to support The Salvation Army in Canada this holiday season as they collect food, clothing, toys and other items for the needy. PODS franchise locations in  […]
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Christmas, Commercialism and Black Friday

Posted on 24th November 2010, by Salvation Army
The U.S. Black Friday shopping frenzy on November 26 marks the beginning of Christmas sales and will see more than 60 million people swarming stores for Christmas bargains. In 2009 the overall Black Friday revenue was $2.7 billion. While shoving, pushing and yelling are not uncommon as shoppers seek out the best deals going, there  […]
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TORONTO, Nov. 22 /CNW/ – Second Cup® is thrilled to announce a newly established partnership with Salvation Army Canada, to support individuals in need during this special time of year. Effective November 29, 2010 guests can purchase a limited edition $3 gift card (while supplies last), and a contribution in appreciation of gift card purchases  […]
Categories: Newswire

World’s Largest Kettle Kicks Off Salvation Army Christmas Campaign

Posted on 19th November 2010, by Salvation Army
On November 18, The Salvation Army in Toronto officially launched its Christmas Campaign with the World’s Largest Kettle. Measuring 8’ in diameter and 5’10” in height, the 2,800 pound red, tin-like kettle can hold $800,000 in quarters and was brought in from Ohio specifically for the launch. It was a damp, chilly morning and while  […]
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5 Ways to Support The Salvation Army Online this Christmas

Posted on 19th November 2010, by Salvation Army
The Salvation Army has a lot of online initiatives that we’re excited about this Christmas season! Every year we do are best to develop new and innovative ways to create two-way engagment with our online friends and donors. So without further delay, here are 5 Ways to Support The Salvation Army Online this Christmas: 1.  […]
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