Tag: Homelessness
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Salvation Army Relaunches Outreach Program to Serve Vulnerable People
The city of St. Catherines, Ont., like many other places across Canada, has seen homelessness rise in recent years. As the city continues to see an increase in encampments, The…
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Welcome Home in Moncton, N.B., Addresses Housing Instability
For people who are experiencing homelessness, the first few months after transitioning into housing can be challenging. The transition can come with financial stresses, food insecurity, trouble navigating systems and…
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Transformation Supportive Housing Helps Residents Regain Control of Their Lives
For Mike (not his real name), finding stability was something he worked toward but didn’t always come easily. After living with a family member for several years, he faced unfair…
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Finding Stability after Experiencing Homelessness
Michael Rudolph arrived at The Salvation Army’s Waterston Centre in Regina after a challenging period marked by instability. He struggled with his mental health, had lost his job and, as…
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Mark’s Journey to Hope in Canada (WATCH)
Mark was forced to flee Liberia due to war and fear of persecution. Arriving in Canada as a refugee with no family, no housing, and no clear direction, Mark found…
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From Refuge to Community Through The Salvation Army
Atti Houshangi arrived in Vancouver in 2023, escaping political oppression and civil unrest in her native Iran. With no friends or family, the transition was difficult, but it was a…
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Salvation Army Welcomes Hundreds for Christmas Lunch
On Christmas Day, The Salvation Army’s Vancouver Harbour Light will continue a yearly tradition. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Christmas lunch, part of its daily Community Meal program,…
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Bunker of Hope (WATCH)
Through the support of organizations and community services, Jonathan was able to rebuild his life “from scratch.” He expresses deep appreciation for The Salvation Army’s Bunker, emphasizing how it provides…
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Share the Warmth Program Prepares Families for Winter
As the leaves start falling and the days get shorter, the temperatures begin to drop. To cope with Canada’s cold winters, we all need to be well-prepared with appropriate winter…
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Salvation Army Breakfast Program Serves Hundreds Daily
Since 1991, The Salvation Army in Peterborough, Ont., has operated a breakfast program that provides meals to individuals facing food insecurity. While the initiative has evolved, today, they serve meals…
