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SASKATCHEWAN GENEROSITY TRANSFORMS GATHERING SPACE INTO LIVING SPACE

Posted on 19th February 2019, by The Salvation Army in Canada
SASKATCHEWAN GENEROSITY TRANSFORMS GATHERING SPACE INTO LIVING SPACE
On Thursday, January 24th we celebrated gifts of new furniture to the Supportive Residential Unit (SRP), at the Regina Waterston Centre, with the South Saskatchewan Community Foundation (SSCF). At the beginning of 2018, we set out to replace worn out sofas and armchairs in the SRP.  The SRP provides an alternative residential service option for  […]

Nurtrien Food on the Move 2018 Provides Food Security

Posted on 6th November 2018, by jmifsud
Nutrien Food on the move
During the summer months, typically all that is on the mind of many children is, who am I going to play with today?  Where will we go? What will we do?  But for one in every four children in Saskatchewan, the question on their mind is simply, am I going to eat today? With a  […]
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Community Generosity flows into Food Bank

Posted on 12th October 2018, by jmifsud
Foodbank Donation - carts full of food
The Salvation Army Food Bank, in Fort Frances, received generous donations from the Community through the efforts of two valuable partners – The Bargain Shop and Safeway in Fort Frances. On behalf of those who will benefit from your generosity, we say Thank you to: Darcy and her team at The Bargain Shop and Kevin  […]
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Generous young heart fills backpacks

Posted on 22nd August 2018, by jmifsud
boy with two chopping carts in aisle at Staples
SASKATOON, SK – Many people set goals, whether they are personal, financial or life goals. It keeps you focused, and helps you to organize your time and your resources so that you can make the most of your life. But were any of you nine years old when you made your goals? Meet Zachary Phenix,  […]
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A Gift to do the Lord’s Work

Posted on 11th July 2018, by jmifsud
Salvation Army worker talking to an eldery woman
Leaving a bequest to The Salvation Army is the simplest way to create a legacy of everlasting hope. Meet Catherine McKenzie, one of our loyal donors who made the decision to create a legacy that reflects her living values by leaving a gift to The Salvation Army in her will. Why do you want to  […]
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Regina Haven of Hope provides 875 backpacks

Posted on 3rd September 2014, by jmifsud
REGINA, SK – It was a very successful school supply drive at Regina’s Haven of Hope with generous supporters dropping off bags and boxes filled with back to school supplies, some had backpacks already filled. Regina is a wonderful, generous community filled with kind and giving individuals.  In total, 875 backpacks were stuffed and given  […]
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SASKATOON, SK – The Salvation Army celebrated five years of sponsorship from PotashCorp Inc. for the “Food on the Move” program in Saskatoon. With the gracious sponsorship from PotashCorp, the program has served an average of 5,500 bagged lunches each summer to underprivileged children at 10 inner-city park locations, totaling over 22,000 meals. To date,  […]
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The Salvation Army Continues to Assist Flood Victims

Posted on 16th July 2014, by jmifsud
After the torrential rainfall at the end of June, Saskatchewan continues to be devastated by flooding in the southern region. The Salvation Army continues to support the affected communities and work with other emergency disaster agencies. To date there have been a total of 450 volunteer hours, approximately 6000 lbs of water, 550 meals, 170  […]

UPDATE: Golden West Centennial Lodge Flood

Posted on 19th May 2014, by jmifsud
UPDATE May 28, 2014:  Assessment of damages at Golden West Centennial Lodge has been completed and restoration work is underway.  However, due to the damages, we are unable to ensure the building will reopen safely for resident care next week as originally hoped. Golden West Centennial Lodge is making plans with the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority  […]