“Kids to Camp” National Program a Great Success

Posted on 25th June 2010, by Salvation Army
The Salvation Army’s National Recycling Operations “Kids to Camp” program is sending 267 kids to camp this year. On June 19, across Canada, customers of Salvation Army thrift stores were invited to donate funds that would help pay camp fees for less privileged campers. More than $58,000 was raised. Last year 4,800 children went to  […]
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The Salvation Army Responds To Tornado in Midland – UPDATE 1

Posted on 25th June 2010, by Salvation Army
Midland, ON – June 24, 2010 – Following the touch-down of a tornado in Midland, Ontario, The Salvation Army arrived on scene within an hour at Smith Park Trailer Park, where approximately 100 trailers have been damaged or destroyed. Major Neil Evenden, of The Salvation Army in Midland, arrived on scene, and immediately called in  […]
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The Salvation Army Responds To Tornado in Midland

Posted on 24th June 2010, by Salvation Army
Midland, ON – June 23, 2010 – Following the touch-down of a reported tornado in Midland, Ontario, The Salvation Army arrived on scene within an hour at a trailer park, where 20-40 trailers have been destroyed. Major Neil Evenden, of The Salvation Army, arrived on scene, and immediately called in a Salvation Army canteen from  […]
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Should Football (soccer) and Religion Mix?

Posted on 23rd June 2010, by Salvation Army
Recently, a football association official stopped England ace striker Wayne Rooney from talking about his faith at a recent press conference at the 2010 World Cup. Offering an insight into his Catholic faith, Rooney explained why he wears a prominent cross and rosary beads around his neck when he’s not playing. FIFAs rules actually forbid  […]
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Salvation Army World Cup Campaign Makes a Big Noise

Posted on 21st June 2010, by Salvation Army
While world audiences focus on a black-and-white football (soccer ball) in the FIFA World Cup, The Salvation Army in South Africa is handing out red cards against human trafficking. In the run up to the World Cup, The Salvation Army kick-started a campaign to help protect people in South Africa, a country that suffers a  […]
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National Office Staff Appreciation BBQ

Posted on 13th June 2010, by Salvation Army
On Thursday, June 10, officers and employees at Territorial Headquarters enjoyed great fun and fellowship over food that was prepared by executive officers and their staff. The luncheon, in recognition of hard work and contributions, was appreciated by all.

Helping Autistic Adults Find their Way

Posted on 9th June 2010, by Salvation Army
New Salvation Army centre aims to provide ‘out-of-the-box’ support programs Colin Baxter knows his autism makes finding work in film production an added challenge. But an adult autism centre opening today aims to help the 27-year-old and others like him achieve their goals. The Autism Centre on Main Street East is an “out-of-the-box” way of  […]
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