Tag: Youth
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Back-to-School Program Eases Mother’s Financial Strain
As students prepare for their upcoming school year, back-to-school shopping becomes a focus for parents across Canada. Markers, backpacks, pencils and binders are some of the most popular items. While…
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A Lifelong Journey with a Salvation Army Camp
Jacob Humble has been involved with The Salvation Army for most of his life. He is currently the Challenge Course coordinator for Camp Sunrise in Gibsons, B.C. His connection to…
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Open Arms After-School Program Assists Families for More Than 20 Years
The Salvation Army in Halifax offers drop-in, after-school care for families in the city’s Uniacke Square neighbourhood. In the summer months, hours are extended since children are off school. It…
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Parents and Children Benefit from Salvation Army Camps
As students get ready to leave their books behind and prepare for summer break, parents start thinking about how to keep their children occupied and supervised. Summer camps offered by…
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Salvation Army Drop-In Program Helps Young Adults Build Connections
For young adults struggling to find their place, The Salvation Army in Guelph, Ont., offers connection and friendship. The Young Adults Drop-In was an initiative that started in 2022. The goal is…
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Salvation Army March-Break Camps Offer an Enriching Experience for Children
Every year many Salvation Army locations across Canada offer March-break camps that help children learn, stay active, and for parents to have affordable alternatives to daycare. The Salvation Army in…
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Salvation Army Anger Management Program Addresses Emotions of Bullying
In many communities across Canada, The Salvation Army’s Red Cap anger management program for children ages 8 to 12, incorporates sessions into the school day or as an after-school program.…
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Camp is a Place for Lifelong Bonds and Valuable Life Lessons
As the daughter of Salvation Army officers/pastors, Kessa Daniels has been involved in Salvation Army summer camps across British Columbia since she was seven years old. She has been a…
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Salvation Army Provides Affordable Options to Help Students Shine at Prom and Graduation
As the end of the school year approaches, graduating high school students start looking forward to graduation and prom. And while these events are fun and memorable, sometimes finding the…
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Honouring Inspiring Youth Volunteers
The sound of a small bell ringing might be the first thing that comes to mind when someone mentions The Salvation Army. It is a bell that symbolizes the Army’s…