Tag: Community and Family Services
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Young Brothers Turn Lemonade Stand into Fundraiser for The Salvation Army
Chase, 10, and Rylan, 8, are two brothers who, despite being only 15 months apart, have different personalities. While one enjoys cozy days indoors building LEGO, the other likes spending…
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Back-to-School Drive Brings Halifax Community Together
Across Canada, The Salvation Army runs many back-to-school programs that provide families in need with classroom essentials just before the fall. While each location is well equipped to serve its…
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Back-to-School Program Makes a Difference
Oluwatoyin works hard to provide for her children, aiming to give them all the tools they need to succeed. However, she admits that with the rising cost of living, the…
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Salvation Army Summer Camp Teaches Children How to Cook
For children approaching their teenage years, cooking is an important life skill they can learn. The Salvation Army in Truro, N.S., recognizes this and operates an annual summer camp focused…
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Salvation Army Backpack Program Returns to Support Vulnerable Families
As fall approaches, families prepare for the new school year. Supplies such as backpacks, notebooks and pencils may seem like simple purchases, but costs can quickly add up, creating financial…
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New Food Bank Model Reduces Waste and Restores Dignity
The Salvation Army’s food bank in Vernon, B.C., has changed the way people access its services by launching a new points-based shopping system that provides greater flexibility, dignity and choice.…
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Salvation Army Supports Newcomer Family Through a Fresh Start
When Nadia (not her real name) and her family moved to Canada just over two years ago, they were eager to work hard to achieve their goals. They moved into…
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Salvation Army Food Bank Client Receives Life-Changing Support
For six months, Louva Taylor went through one of the most difficult times of her life. After relocating to Vernon, B.C., she experienced homelessness and struggled to make ends meet.…
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Food Bank Supports a Volunteer Facing Difficult Times
For Nadine Franklin, from St. Catharines, Ont., The Salvation Army has been part of her life for some time, first providing an opportunity to give back and now offering support…
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Fundraiser for The Salvation Army Helps Send More Children to Camp
A group of motorcycle enthusiasts hit the road for a good cause just ahead of summer, helping raise funds so more children can experience The Salvation Army’s Beaver Creek Camp…
