"In a world filled with uncertainty and distractions, the message of Christ's birth is a beacon of hope and a source of joy," say Commissioners Lee and Debbie Graves, territorial leaders.

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With all the other things that happen at this time of the year, may we focus on the reality of who Jesus is: the Son of God. 

In November and December, The Salvation Army’s Hope in the City events unfolded across the Canada and Bermuda Territory, setting the stage for the Christmas season and celebrating the launch of the annual kettle campaign. Former NHL player Georges Laraque makes the first donation at Hope in the City Edmonton with Lt-Col Brian Venables,

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“It was uplifting and affirming to meet with officers, employees, Salvationists and friends across the territory,” says Commissioner Lee Graves.

The tradition of giving gifts at Christmas is symbolic of the gold, frankincense and myrrh the Wise Men gave to Jesus, as well as a reminder that Jesus was God’s gift to us. Each Christmas, The Salvation Army in Canada and Bermuda shares this gift of hope in communities across the territory.

“I went from having a full-time career to facing life as a single mom,” says Erin Menzies. Fortunately, the Army was there.

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This year's annual Christmas With The Salvation Army dazzled attendees with its blend of music, fellowship and festive joy as Salvationists, officers and mission partners gathered at Roy Thomson Hall, Toronto. The event featured special guest Miriam Khalil, Canadian soprano, alongside the Canadian Staff Band (CSB), Canadian Staff Songsters