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Giving Hope amidst devastation in Ochre Beach

Posted on 13th May 2013, by jmifsud
Dauphin, MB – The Salvation Army is on location at Ochre Beach following the devastation caused by a massive wall of ice blown ashore from Dauphin Lake. “The devastation is heart rending,” states Major Grayling Crites of The Salvation Army. “We responded immediately when called upon over the weekend.  We arrived on site to provide  […]

Giving Chill the Boot in God’s Lake Narrows

Posted on 26th April 2013, by jmifsud
God’s Lake Narrows, MB – Imagine trying to escape a fire in your bare feet during winter weather and deep snow.  For more than 300 students in God’s Lake Narrows, this was a very real possibility.  Without proper footwear, the students at God’s Lake Narrows First Nation School were unable to participate in regular fire  […]
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Give Hope one pair of Jeans at a time!

Posted on 24th April 2013, by jmifsud
Winnipeg, MB – Your old jeans can make a difference in someone’s life! In celebration of Earth Day, Buffalo David Bitton located at the St. Vital Shopping Centre in Winnipeg is offering every customer a chance to give a second life to their pre-loved jeans. From April 22 to 30, 2013 (inclusive), customers that bring in  […]
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Jets Fans show their Neighbourly Side

Posted on 23rd April 2013, by jmifsud
The Salvation Army and MB Hydro showcase Neighbours Helping Neighbours Program at April 20th hockey game. Winnipeg, MB – On Saturday, April 20th, The Salvation Army was present at the Winnipeg Jets home game versus the New York Islanders to showcase Neighbours Helping Neighbours.  This program is an energy assistance program administered by The Salvation  […]
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The Salvation Army is Prepared, Ready and Able

Posted on 19th April 2013, by jmifsud
Ramping up the front lines in fight against flood Winnipeg, MB – Official forecasts for this flood season is predicting moderate to major flooding along the Red, Souris and Assiniboine Rivers in the province of Manitoba.  In Saskatchewan there are similar warnings and forecasts for north of Saskatoon and the Moose Jaw/Regina areas. “No matter  […]
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Game On!

Posted on 27th March 2013, by jmifsud
The Salvation Army Barbara Mitchell Family Resource Centre Receives Funding from Manitoba Sports Opportunities Program Winnipeg, MB – On Monday, March 25th, The Salvation Army Barbara Mitchell Family Resource Centre was abuzz with excitement as Premier Greg Selinger announced funding for the Centre’s youth programs through the province’s Sports Opportunities Program. “We know that investing  […]
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Winnipeg, MB – The Salvation Army in Winnipeg would like to express heartfelt thanks and gratitude to all its supporters for helping meet its Christmas Kettle goal of $385,000 in Winnipeg. “Once again our supporters have proven they are indeed among the most generous in Canada,” says Captain Les Marshall, The Salvation Army Prairie Division,  […]
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FINAL RESULTS: 2012 Toy Mountain Campaign Raises $379,623.00

Posted on 10th January 2013, by jmifsud
Winnipeg, MB – Thank you Winnipeg! The 102.3 CLEAR FM and 92 CITI FM Toy Mountain campaign presented by Scotiabank exceeded this year’s goal of toy and cash donations! “We are pleased to announce that once again Winnipeggers have really outdone themselves in helping make sure the children of our city had the opportunity to  […]
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Winnipeg, MB – QX 104 FM and Virgin Radio 103.1 FM present in partnership with Herzing College ‘One Big Day for Christmas’ in support of Siloam Mission and The Salvation Army.  For some in our city, Christmas is a difficult time with personal resources stretched beyond their limits just trying to provide the basic essentials  […]
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Winnipeg, MB – Thank you Winnipeg!  It was a heartwarming outpouring of support for the Children during the annual Toy Mountain campaign presented by 102.3 CLEAR FM and 92 CITI FM in partnership with Scotiabank in support of The Salvation Army.  During the three day live broadcast from Polo Park a total of $201,995 in  […]
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