Tag: food
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Client Demand is on the Rise at the Prince George Food Bank
In the past few years, the number of clients needing access to The Salvation Army food bank in Prince George, B.C., has increased steadily. Community Ministries Supervisor, Terra Laflamme, who…
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New Community Kitchen Opens in Prince Rupert
In partnership with the Prince Rupert Port Authority, The Salvation Army in Prince Rupert, B.C., has opened a newly renovated community kitchen. The main reason for the upgrade was to…
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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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Hope After the Hurricane
When hurricane Fiona hit eastern Canada on September 24, 2022, it devastated the coastline, affecting communities in Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador. Houses, sheds and other…
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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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Providing Food and Hope When the Cupboards are Bare
Bipolar disorder was a challenge for Sharon to manage in the workplace. A certified public accountant (CPA), she was successfully employed until a mania phase left her in a deep…
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Produce Pantry Eases Burden of Skyrocketing Food Prices
Every Monday for the past two months, Major Carolyn Hale notices a line of people out her office window at The Salvation Army Castledowns Church in Edmonton, Alberta. A popular…
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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…
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The Salvation Army in Fort Erie Meeting Increased Community Demand
More food hampers are being distributed to vulnerable individuals and families in Fort Erie compared to pre-pandemic numbers and The Salvation Army is there to provide any level of community…
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Salvation Army Provides Budget-Friendly Cooking Classes in Halifax
When you’re cooking for your family on a tight budget, creating healthy meals can be challenging. That’s why The Salvation Army in Fairview is providing meal preparation classes to teach…
