Tag: food insecurity
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To Increase Food Donations, The Salvation Army in North Bay Launches One Bag Challenge
The Salvation Army in North Bay, Ont., has launched a fun initiative to encourage people in the community to donate food and necessities. This campaign is called the “One Bag…
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Community Comes Out to Support The Salvation Army’s Stuff the Bus Food Drive
On Aug. 31, the annual Stuff the Bus food drive took place in Drumheller, Alta. The Salvation Army partnered with Highway 9 Express Ltd. and the Freson Bros. Drumheller (Chain…
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Employed Food Bank Users Are More Common Than You Think
When we hear about food bank services, we often associate these with people without employment; however, due to the rising cost of living across Canada, more families than ever before…
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Meal Program Provides Food and Social Connections for Seniors
For over a year, Diane and Dennis Unrau have overseen the operation of the Senior Meal Program, run by The Salvation Army’s Renew Church in B.C. Every week Diane and…
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Dads Matter Too
The Salvation Army’s Bethany Hope Centre in Ottawa offers a program called “Dads Matter”, which aims to give young fathers a place to connect and learn about fatherhood. This program…
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“Plant A Row For Us” Brings the Community Together to Fight Food Insecurity
To battle food insecurity, The Salvation Army in Chilliwack, B.C., has come up with the “Plant A Row For Us” program, a creative solution that involves the community working together…
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Salvation Army Community Garden Increases Socialization and Reduces Food Insecurity
To teach participants how to grow their own vegetables, The Salvation Army’s Community Church in Belleville, Ont., in cooperation with the Community Development Council (CDC) of Quinte, organizes the community…
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Food Insecurity Remains a Big Challenge for Canadians
With the rise in inflation, Canadians are finding themselves struggling financially. The cost of living is increasing, leading many people to face food insecurity. According to a recent Salvation Army…
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Salvation Army Survey Finds Increasing Numbers of Canadians Facing Financial Hardship
Food security challenges, concerns over having enough income to cover their basic needs are top of mind for many Canadians. TORONTO, Dec. 12, 2022 – A new survey from The…
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Gardeners Gain Food Literacy Through Harvest of Hope in Listowel
Food literacy encompasses more than just knowing what is on your plate. It also includes an understanding of where food comes from, growing food and food preparation. Listowel’s Salvation Army…
