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The Salvation Army in Canada Celebrates Doughnut Day
4th June 2026
It’s that time of the year: National Doughnut Day. Every first Friday of June, The Salvation Army commemorates this date to honour the brave work of the organization’s “Doughnut Lassies”,…
For adults living with developmental disabilities, uncertainty can loom over future employment and social life in general. The Salvation Army’s Broadview Village in Toronto offers a program designed to support…
Salvation Army Program Offers Free Tutoring for Children
28th May 2026
At The Salvation Army’s Westminster Park Community Church in London, Ont., students are developing their reading and math skills through iREAD+, a free after-school literacy and numeracy program for children…
In recent years, The Salvation Army in Neepawa, Man., has seen a rise in demand for community services. Higher grocery and gas prices are affecting more families, causing financial hardship…
As summer approaches, preparations for graduations and proms are getting underway. While this is an exciting time for teens reaching the end of their high school journey, the cost of…
An Unexpected Second Chance at Life
19th May 2026
In recent years, Andrew has battled substance use and experienced several unsuccessful recovery attempts. He was living in Vancouver, working in restaurant kitchens, an environment that he admits was not…
For more than 12 years, Moojin Lee, who goes by MJ, has dedicated much of his time to volunteering with The Salvation Army, helping newcomers, families and children in various…
How Food Bank Support Changed One Women’s Life
12th May 2026
When Caroline Chalmers first connected with The Salvation Army in Prince George, B.C., she was dealing with a lot in her life. “At the time, I didn’t have a job,”…
A Mother’s Journey with The Salvation Army
7th May 2026
A few years ago, Courtney from Fort Frances, Ont., connected with The Salvation Army during a difficult period. She was a single mother raising a young daughter while trying to…
