A week after heavy rains forced 175 people from their homes and flooded roughly 1,000 basements iin Yorkton, Sask., Salvation Army emergency relief teams continue to provide assistance. This includes food, clean-up kits, clothes and spiritual and emotional care. As a result of the overwhelming generosity from the community, clothing donations are being dropped off  […]

During their recent visit to Cuba, Commissioners Francis met with the Canadian Ambassador to Cuba, Ambassador Jean-Pierre Juneau. The meeting took place in Havana, Cuba. Colonel Oscar Sanchez, Territorial Commander of the Latin America North Territory was also present.

Up to 100 religious leaders from diverse faiths including Christianity, Judaism, Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist, Islam, Indigenous Spirituality and Shinto traditions gathered in Winnipeg on June 21-23, 2010. It was the first time Canada hosted the G8 Religious Leaders Summit which, for the past five years, has been organized to complement the meeting of G8 political  […]

Toronto, ON, July8, 2010 – The Salvation Army is thrilled to once again be partnering with MOLLY MAID and its customers in an effort to collect non-perishable food items to help restock depleted shelves this summer.   “The national economy is still recovering and in fact, the demand for services provided by The Salvation Army  […]

Blue Jays center fielder Vernon Wells is one ball player who is enjoying a rebound season. But, number 10 is more than about home runs, and making great catches and jumps on fly balls.

Since a flash flood hit Yorkton, Saskatchewan, on Thursday July 1, The Salvation Army has had emergency relief teams in place. Captain Les Marshall, Divisional Secretary for Public Relations & Development, says the damage is extensive, with about 30 homes written off, and another hundred badly damaged. The Salvation Army has provided food, clothing, and  […]

Toronto, ON July 6, 2010 –The Salvation Army, today, released the results of its 2010 National Red Shield Campaign, reporting a nine percent increase over 2009. The month-long annual campaign held each May raised $2.7 million in 2010, versus $2.47 million last year. The campaign came up slightly short of its $2.75 million goal, which  […]

The countdown has begun. Summer break for Canada’s students is just around the corner. Thanks to your generous donations Salvation Army camping ministries are gearing up to provide close to 5,000 kids nationwide a time of fun

On Friday June 25, 2010, The Salvation Army’s Toronto Grace Health Centre Irwin Rooftop Garden was officially opened by Commissioner William W. Francis, Territorial Commander of The Salvation Army in Canada and Bermuda. In October 2009 the Health Centre received its largest donation in the more than 100-year history of the hospital. A portion of  […]