In the late 19th century, General William Booth, co-Founder of The Salvation Army, put forward a scheme to help aspiring British emigrants find new homes in Canada. By 1914, the Army had helped bring more than 100,000 people to Canada, a total that eventually rose to an estimated 250,000. Leaflets (above) advertising lectures by Salvation Army

At the College for Officer Training in Costa Rica, officers share what inspires their calling: staying true to The Salvation Army’s mission, passing its values to future generations, and serving with love and purpose. They reflect on relying on God through every season, finding strength in their faith, and embracing the responsibility of guiding

On this past Christmas Day, a fire destroyed The Salvation Army building in Prince Albert, Sask. But the mission continues, thanks to the support of the town and its people.