Tag: shelter
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Bermuda’s Addiction and Life Skills Program Transforms Lives
Every participant at The Salvation Army’s Harbour Light Addiction and Life Skills Program in Hamilton, Bermuda, has a story to share. The goal is that by the end of the…
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Why I Give
In every community, there are individuals whose generosity towards The Salvation Army positively impacts the lives of people going through hardship. The reasons why they donate may be different, but…
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Thanksgiving Community Meal Returns to Vancouver Harbour Light
After a three-year absence, the Thanksgiving Community Meal is returning to The Salvation Army’s Harbour Light in Vancouver. This event provides a Thanksgiving celebration and meal for people experiencing hardship.…
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As The Salvation Army in Yellowknife Reopens There are Still Some Challenges to Overcome
On September 14, The Salvation Army in Yellowknife reopened its doors for the first time since the city-wide evacuation due to wildfires in the region. Most Salvation Army clients were…
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Salvation Army in Edmonton Offers Safe Place for Women on Their Journey to Wellness
Recovering from addiction involves more than just achieving sobriety. Staying sober can also be a challenge, especially if the person is in an environment that may trigger a relapse. The…
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Women’s Shelter Provides More Than Just Safety
The Salvation Army in Calgary offers a 24-hour shelter for women who need a safe place. It accommodates 18 women fleeing domestic violence, eviction, human trafficking, addiction, or homelessness and…
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Calgary’s Centre of Hope Welcomes Salvation Army Clients Who Were Forced to Evacuate Their Homes
The Salvation Army’s Centre of Hope in Calgary has opened its doors to provide shelter to Salvation Army clients and staff from Yellowknife who were forced to evacuate as part…
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Former Salvation Army Shelter Resident Finds a Second Chance at Life
Overcoming addiction was the first step Kazumi Shimabukuro took to change his life. After being in and out of recovery and on the streets for some time, he joined a…
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Former Salvation Army Client Now Advocates for the Most Vulnerable
In 2010 Al Wiebe’s life took an unexpected turn. Without warning he lost his job as an advertising sales executive, where he was earning a six-figure salary. After having to…
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From Experiencing Homelessness to Finding Purpose with The Salvation Army
În the winter of 2017, Bob Pollakis, 57, was forced to leave his home. After a harrowing incident a few years prior, Bob had been taking medication to deal with…
