Tag: food
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2023 Year in Review (WATCH)
In 2023, your compassion allowed us to help 2.7 million people, serve 3.9 million meals at shelters and community programs, and assist 1.5 million people with food, clothing, and life-changing…
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Salvation Army Christmas Dinner Spreads Community and Holiday Spirit to Hundreds of Guests
For decades, The Salvation Army in Windsor, Ont., has hosted an annual Christmas dinner open to everyone in the community. This year, the event took place on Dec 13, serving…
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The Salvation Army in Peterborough is a Welcoming Place for Newcomers this Holiday Season
Moving to a new country will always be a daunting experience. For many families, moving to Canada usually means they must make some financial sacrifices until they can settle in.…
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The Salvation Army Helps Family Make Christmas Dinner a Little More Special
Since arriving in London, Ont., back in 2006, Bernadette (not her real name) and her husband faced many setbacks when it came to finding employment. For years, they would get…
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A Mother’s Gratitude for The Salvation Army’s Consistent Support
Feeling scared, anxious, and physically shaking, Blessing came to The Salvation Army in Milton, Ont., for the first time in 2014. As a single mother of four children, times were…
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The Salvation Army in Fort Frances Offers Cooking Lessons for Clients Experiencing Disabilities
Since joining The Salvation Army, Community and Family Services Coordinator, Ryan Daw, has been the driving force behind a few new programs in Fort Frances, Ont. One of his most…
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Emergency Food Hampers Help Families Experiencing Sudden Hardship
Natural disasters and constant economic inflation have shed light on families and individuals suddenly needing some assistance to make ends meet. Difficult situations may sometimes catch people off guard and…
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Your Support Means Food for Neighbours in Need
Since the pandemic, food banks operated by The Salvation Army have become an increasingly critical resource. “Before the pandemic, we provided food hampers to about five to 10 clients a…
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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…
