Offering food programs has been part of The Salvation Army’s services since it was founded in London, England in 1865 by William Booth, who established the Army with his belief in Soup, Soap, and Salvation. He believed that by meeting people’s basic needs of food, clothing, and shelter, only then would people be able to  […]

WINNIPEG, MB – We would like to extend our thanks to Vice-President Dale Riddell for presenting a cheque on behalf of Red River Co-operative in the amount of $1,000 to Winnipeg Booth Centre’s Executive Director, Captain Rodney Bungay. These funds will go towards filling the immediate need of new furnishings for the cafeteria, helping The  […]

Tuesday March 31, 2015 was an important day for the people of Whitehorse. With many Salvation Army officials in attendance, Yukon Premier Darrell Pasloski announced the construction of a new homeless shelter in Downtown Whitehorse by the Yukon government. The Centre of Hope will be operated by The Salvation Army and is projected to open  […]

WINNIPEG, MB – Everyone can benefit from a wellness plan that includes a physical exercise program. With this in mind and help from a grant from the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program, The Salvation Army’s Barbara Mitchell Family Resource Centre is set to launch Healthy Connections, a weekly exercise social program. With  […]

WINNIPEG, MB – As Kausila stands in front of the crowd to receive her certificate, the pride she feels is palpable. She is one of a group of eight new Canadians to graduate from the LEEP program at The Salvation Army’s Barbara Mitchell Family Resource Centre in Winnipeg. LEEP (Life & Employability Enhancement Program) is  […]

Family Day at The Salvation Army’s Centre of Hope in Calgary was a little extra-special this year. A roast beef dinner was served, but not just to their own residents. This year, residents invited friends and family, as well as the homeless from the community and other shelters. With the help of many helpful volunteers,  […]

WINNIPEG, MB – With average daily low temperatures dipping to -30 degrees Celsius in the city over the past week, consequences of being outside for any length of time in Winnipeg during this February’s cold snap could range from uncomfortable to fatal. The Salvation Army’s Winnipeg Booth Centre ministers year-round by offering residential services: a  […]

The residents at The Salvation Army’s Centre of Hope had an extra special opportunity February 3, 2015 when the Grey Cup was brought in by Calgary Stampeders Corey Mace, Robe Cote, and Rene Paredes. Residents could get their photo taken with Canadian Football’s top prize and the players, receive autographs, and enjoy some lunch. The  […]

WINNIPEG, MB – For new Canadians, the prospect of adapting to life in an unfamiliar country is a daunting one. Even the most fundamental issues in life can seem insurmountable when language is a factor. This community need prompted the formation of English Café. Tuesday evenings between six and eight o’clock, volunteers meet with newcomers  […]

Commissioner Susan McMillan, Territorial Commander for The Salvation Army Canada & Bermuda Territory, made her first official visit to the Alberta & Northern Territories Division last week. A site visit was made to several of the facilities in Calgary on Friday, January 22, 2015, including Agape Hospice, Centre of Hope, and the Barbara Mitchell Family Resource  […]