TORONTO, Nov. 18 /CNW/ – Desperate times equal desperate measures, says, Captain John Murray of The Salvation Army as reports of a “Salvation Army Santa”, an unauthorized individual going door-to-door trying to collect donations in North York, Ontario has been reported. “In tough economic times, people will resort to all means of trying to make  […]

2009 GTA Goal – $2.5M Campaign kick-off – November 19th, 2009 400 Christmas Kettle locations – Over 2000 Bell Ringers Frequently asked questions: What does the Kettle represent? The origins of Christmas Kettles date back far more than you might guess. In 1891, Captain Joseph McFee wanted to help the poor people in San Francisco,  […]

Help CTV and the Salvation Army Build A Mountain Of Toys: The 14th Annual Toy Mountain Campaign Launches Wednesday, Nov. 18 – Cineplex Entertainment partners with CTV for CTV TORONTO’s annual holiday toy drive benefiting the Salvation Army – – CTV News broadcasts live from SilverCity Fairview Mall Cinemas with a free movie, regular popcorn  […]

It seems that summer was just here… but plans are well underway for Christmastime at The Salvation Army. Join in the Christmas spirit by attending ‘A Hint of Christmas’ concert featuring the Duncan Hopkins Quartet and The Salvation Army Mountain Citadel Band on November 21st at the ClearView Christian Reformed Church in Oakville, ON. Tickets  […]

Dear Friends: Fall has arrived and with it brings cooler weather and a new busy season of ministry for The Salvation Army. In this season of thanksgiving I am pleased to introduce to you the new ‘Divisional Commander’s Report’ e-Newsletter. I look forward to sharing with you through this medium every couple of months. This  […]

Mission: Cuba 2 – My Experience By Doug Morton (Erin Mills Corps) When you think of Cuba what comes to mind? The glorious beaches of Varadero? The cars from the 40’s and 50’s in pristine condition? Maybe this little story will have you thinking otherwise. You don’t have to be involved in policing for very  […]

Announcement from Colonel Donald J. Copple, Chief Secretary The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory I am pleased to announce the following changes to The Salvation Army’s Federal Government Relations program. The Federal Government Relations portfolio, which was formerly managed by Territorial Headquarters, will be integrated into the Ontario Central East Division’s Public Relations and  […]

Please join us for the official launch and dedication of the newest members of our Community Response Unit fleet as well as for a time of remembrance on the anniversary of the World Trade Center tragedy. “The Salvation Army is ready to respond, and respond quickly with help in the event of a disaster or  […]

Lt. Colonels Lee & Debbie Graves were welcomed to the Ontario Great Lakes Division as the new Divisional leaders. On a stormy night in Kitchener last week, the new leaders we installed by Colonels Don and Ann Copple from Territorial Headquarters.