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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…
Open Arms Program Empowers Young Men
19th August 2025
The Salvation Army’s Open Arms Centre in Halifax recently hosted its inaugural Boys Day, part of their S.T.R.O.N.G. initiative. The one-day event welcomed boys between the ages of seven and…
Like many countries worldwide, Bermuda continues to deal with food insecurity. Rising inflation has made daily life more expensive, leaving many individuals struggling to put food on the table and…
Lisa (not her real name) suffered an injury over a decade ago that affected her ability to work. As someone who likes to be active and driven, the change was…
Single Mom Grateful for Salvation Army
12th May 2025
After separating from her partner, Amy (not her real name) faced financial hardship as a single mother of two. With bills mounting and food costs rising, she turned to The…
Being a single mother can be incredibly demanding. From putting food on the table to ensuring their children’s safety, these moms often put their own needs last. Since 2018, The…
In the aftermath of the April 26 attack at the Lapu-Lapu festival, which claimed 11 lives and injured many more, agencies across Vancouver, including The Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Services…
Breaking Barriers Through Meals
30th April 2025
When you walk into The Salvation Army in Portage la Prairie, Man., you might catch the scent of delicious meals prepared by members of the Collective Kitchens program. Together, this…
Student Volunteers Make a Difference with The Salvation Army
29th April 2025
Each National Volunteer Week, we celebrate the dedication of Salvation Army volunteers who make the organization’s services possible. This year, we’re shining a spotlight on student volunteers, young people whose…
