Tag: Emergency Disaster Services
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Salvation Army in St. Catharines Provides Support After Flooding
During July and August, St. Catharines, Ont., was hit by several rainstorms that brought record-breaking rainfall to parts of the city. The extreme precipitation caused flooding that damaged thousands of…
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Salvation Army Participates in 9/11 Heritage Minute
Reposted from Salvationist.ca The Salvation Army appears in a new episode of Historica Canada’s iconic Heritage Minute series, highlighting the generous response of Gander, N.L., in the aftermath of the…
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Salvation Army Responds to Wildfires Across British Columbia
It has been a busy summer for The Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) team in British Columbia as it has provided assistance to wildfire evacuees and first responders over…
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Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services Team Aids Wildfire Evacuees
On June 26, a devastating wildfire broke out near Fort Simpson, N.W.T., forcing residents of the village to evacuate. Many were transported to Yellowknife, where The Salvation Army and local…
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Venezuela Earthquake Support: Update 1
Within 24 hours of one of Latin America’s worst earthquakes, The Salvation Army’s local disaster services team was on the ground in the hardest-hit areas, providing food assistance, hygiene supplies,…
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The Salvation Army Joins Emergency Response in Venezuela After Devastating Earthquake
On June 24, two powerful earthquakes struck northern Venezuela, causing significant damage to homes and infrastructure. Currently, the death toll stands at around 920 people, but the number is expected…
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New Mobile Feeding Program Serves Breakfast and Encouragement
The Salvation Army in Nanaimo, B.C., has made an effort to expand its services in several ways to meet growing local demand. One of its newest initiatives is a mobile…
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Salvation Army Trains Youth to Serve Their Communities
The Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) teams provide a wide range of support during times of crisis, working alongside local authorities to assist first responders and survivors. Since…
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Salvation Army in Kamloops Tackles Rising Food Insecurity
In Kamloops, B.C., The Salvation Army operates a variety of programs to address food insecurity. Like many cities across the country, the high cost of living has increased demand for…
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The Salvation Army in Saint John Steps Up for a Good Cause
Cold Night of the Year (CNOY) is an annual fundraising walk held in cities and towns across Canada. Its goal is to raise money for those experiencing hurt, hunger and…
