Snow shuts down London Kettles a second day!

Posted on 7th December 2010, by The Salvation Army in Canada
London faces still another day of snow squall activities for a 3rd day. Record snowfalls have shut down all schools, many businesses and city services, with at least one more day to go. Ontario Great Lakes Divisional Headquarters has closed its office today, and the Christmas Kettle Campaign has also been cancelled for a second  […]
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Snow causes cancellations in London

Posted on 6th December 2010, by The Salvation Army in Canada
Continuing snow squalls in London and area have forced the cancellations of all kettle locations today (December 6). “Our primary concern today is of the safety of our volunteers” says Major Pat Phinney, Divisional Secretary for Public Relations and Development. “We will keep an eye on the ongoing weather conditions and make a decision for  […]
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Chinese Community Helps Toy Mountain Grow

Posted on 5th December 2010, by Ontario Communications
The Chinese community showing their support for Toy Mountain with a special holiday event held in the food court at New Kennedy Square! Everyone enjoyed music, costumes, and treats for the kids.  Visit chinesetoymountain.com

Eaton Centre Changes Salvation Army Bell Ban

Posted on 5th December 2010, by Ontario Communications
The operators of Toronto’s downtown Eaton Centre have backtracked on an eight-year agreement which forced Salvation Army volunteers to silence their bells during the annual holiday drive. The decision not to use the bells was a mutual one between the Salvation Army and the mall, who had fielded noise complaints from vendors in previous years.  […]

Cadillac Fairview and The Salvation Army Agree to let Bells Ring During the Holidays

Posted on 5th December 2010, by Ontario Communications
Both Parties to Meet at Toronto Eaton Centre’s Trinity Way today at 3:00 p.m. Cadillac Fairview and The Salvation Army will announce today a decision to allow the Salvation Army’s kettle bells to ring at all of the company’s shopping centres during the holidays. The decision comes following discussions between Toronto Eaton Centre and The  […]

22nd Annual Salvation Army Food Drive in Huntsville a Success!

Posted on 3rd December 2010, by Ontario Communications
Fire, EMS, OPP, Air Cadets, Huntsville Otters Junior A Hockey Team and other community groups and individuals came out to support the 22nd Annual Salvation Army Food Drive. This year the community support the food drive and with great success most of the food needed at the food bank for the year was provided. “It’s  […]