Presence to Participation: The Spirit is not Disabled is a training and education program designed to engage individuals with disabilities, moving them from passive observer to active involvement in The Salvation Army. The theological and faith-based webinar series is founded on the Word of God and ministry of the Holy Spirit. The webinars are hosted  […]

Donating your old vehicle can go a long way down the road in helping Ottawa’s most vulnerable who are struggling with homelessness and food insecurity. Thanks to the generosity of donors and being designated the charity of choice, The Salvation Army Ottawa Booth Centre received $11,415 in 2021 through Homeless Cars, a Canadian non-profit charity  […]

Over the past few months, it has not been easy for many of us. People are dealing with fear and anxiety that comes with uncertainty of what’s next and not being able to be with family and friends and do all the things we used to do. Many in our communities are struggling to pay  […]

The Salvation Army is a large, multi-faceted and unique non-profit organization, and for the inaugural Non-Profit Sector Appreciation Week in Ontario, we would like to recognize, acknowledge, and show appreciation to all the employees working across the Province of Ontario. Our dedicated employees represent the diversity of the province while working hard to accomplish the  […]

Recent frigid temperatures have kept The Salvation Army’s Ottawa Booth Centre Outreach Team busy ensuring people experiencing homelessness are kept safe and warm. During cold weather alerts Outreach staff are on the road 24/7 handing out gloves, socks, sleeping bags, handwarmers and food to the homeless population in Ottawa. Rides to emergency shelters are also  […]

The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) responded to a 3-Alarm industrial fire in Ottawa that occurred on January 13, 2022. Emergency Disaster Services’ volunteers rapidly deployed to set up an EDS canteen truck to provide first responders with refreshments and support at the family reunification centre. “Emergencies can occur in large urban centres or  […]

Our generous Army of Givers from across Ontario donated $9,457,592 million during The Salvation Army’s annual Christmas Kettle Campaign that kicked off in November and concluded on December 24, 2021. “We are incredibly grateful for the ongoing generosity of all individuals, businesses, organizations and community partners who donated to the 2021 Christmas Kettle Campaign. Your  […]

Although this may be the season when families gather and celebrate, The Salvation Army in Ontario continues to mobilize and provide hope to those experiencing homelessness. COVID-19 knows no boundaries and doesn’t recognize holidays, and due to a recent outbreak among the homeless population in St. Thomas, The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) and  […]

A lot of children will be waking up Christmas Day with presents and smiles thanks to CTV Toy Mountain. Recently, the annual toy fundraiser in partnership with The Salvation Army wrapped up with great success. In the Greater Toronto Area, a total of 131,000 toys were donated, bringing holiday cheer to 38,000 children. And through  […]

A better Christmas and 2022 is on the way for individuals and families in need in Orangeville and several other cities across Ontario. The Tire Discounter Group hosted their second annual Wheels for Meals and More fundraiser and this year the Orangeville-based business raised $81,000 that will go directly to several Salvation Army locations in  […]