Tag: food insecurity
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Moose Meat Donation Provides Tons of Meals at Salvation Army Soup Kitchen
Moose meat has traditionally been a staple food in Newfoundland and Labrador, not only because of its delicious taste but also due to its cultural and emotional significance. Recently, The…
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The Salvation Army and Nisga’a Nation Working Together to Fight Food Insecurity
The Salvation Army in Gitwinksihlkw, B.C., runs a food-share program that helps families in nearby communities obtain any food items they may need. The program serves more than 60 families…
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Salvation Army Supports Students One Lunch at a Time
The Salvation Army in North Bay, Ont., is making a difference in the lives of local students through their school lunch program, which provides meals to children whose families are…
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Salvation Army Food Bank Gives Clients a Boost Ahead of the Colder Months
As part of a Thanksgiving tradition, The Salvation Army in Yellowknife partnered with a local grocery store to give food bank clients a little extra during their next visit. “Food…
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Salvation Army Fights Food Insecurity During Challenging Times
The Salvation Army food bank in Kenora, Ont., is vital in helping residents who struggle with the rising cost of living. To maintain their excellent service, the food bank is…
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Food Bank Support Eases a Student Mom’s Financial Strain
As a newcomer to Canada, Oluwatosin Dare faces the challenge of balancing college demands and raising her two children while providing food for her family and keeping up with her…
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Free Lunch Program Supports Hungry Students During Summer Months
The Salvation Army in Regina has launched its annual free lunch program for students to combat food insecurity by providing an extra meal daily during the summer. “It’s a program…
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Community Garden Helps to Fight Food Insecurity
As spring rolls in, many Salvation Army locations across Canada offer community garden programs. This initiative allows gardening enthusiasts to borrow a plot, grow their own vegetables and help to…
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Lunch Program Keeps Children’s Bellies Full During Summer Break
For the fourth year in a row, The Salvation Army in Weyburn, Sask., is organizing a Summer Lunch program for children. According to Community Ministries Worker, Nicole Strickland, this initiative tackles food…
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Salvation Army Research Finds 1 in 5 Canadians and Nearly Half of Single Parents Are Struggling to Cover Their Basic Needs
2023 Canadian Poverty and Socioeconomic Analysis reveals growing demand for social services, allows The Salvation Army to better serve those in need. December 18, 2023 – TORONTO – New research…
