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Stories of Hope–Rebuilding Dignity and Transforming Futures
Salvation Army in St. Catharines Provides Support After Flooding
8th September 2026
During July and August, St. Catharines, Ont., was hit by several rainstorms that brought record-breaking rainfall to parts of the city. The extreme precipitation caused flooding that damaged thousands of…
Young Brothers Turn Lemonade Stand into Fundraiser for The Salvation Army
3rd September 2026
Chase, 10, and Rylan, 8, are two brothers who, despite being only 15 months apart, have different personalities. While one enjoys cozy days indoors building LEGO, the other likes spending…
Salvation Army Participates in 9/11 Heritage Minute
2nd September 2026
Reposted from Salvationist.ca The Salvation Army appears in a new episode of Historica Canada’s iconic Heritage Minute series, highlighting the generous response of Gander, N.L., in the aftermath of the…
Back-to-School Drive Brings Halifax Community Together
1st September 2026
Across Canada, The Salvation Army runs many back-to-school programs that provide families in need with classroom essentials just before the fall. While each location is well equipped to serve its…
Weekly Community Meal Brings Different People Together
20th August 2026
At The Salvation Army in Chatham-Kent, Ont., people from different backgrounds, economic situations and facing various challenges, come together once a week to share lunch. Some of these individuals are…
For those experiencing homelessness, finding a safe roof over their heads can be the first step toward getting their lives back on track. With clean rooms, welcoming staff and access…
Throughout July, temperatures have frequently climbed above 30 C across Ontario. In Ottawa, The Salvation Army’s outreach team is supporting people experiencing homelessness by providing care during periods of extreme…
Venezuela Earthquake Support: Update 2
23rd July 2026
The humanitarian impact of the earthquakes in Venezuela continues to deepen. As the situation remains intense, The Salvation Army’s response is beginning to move beyond immediate relief alone. Early recovery…
For six months, Louva Taylor went through one of the most difficult times of her life. After relocating to Vernon, B.C., she experienced homelessness and struggled to make ends meet….
