In their Easter message to Salvationists, Commissioners Floyd and Tracey Tidd, territorial leaders, remind us that Christ is with us in these difficult times: "Surely he has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows" (Isaiah 53:4). And thankfully, that is not the end of the story. "The empty tomb is a testimony to the power of God. It reminds us that the God we serve is even more powerful than death. Nothing is impossible for him!"
Living History: Pinning Hopes
A century-old lapel pin produced for The Salvation Army’s immigration department highlights a forgotten but important chapter in Canadian history.
FeaturesIn 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
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Are We Who We Say We Are?
Territorial values survey measures alignment between values and actions.
by Emily MacFarlane FeaturesEthics CentreThe Territorial Values Survey is taking place online between March 17 and 27. Everyone connected to the territory—officers, employees, volunteers and corps members—is invited to participate.
At the River's Edge
Advancing together in God’s purpose and promise.
by Commissioner Lee Graves Opinion & Critical ThoughtIn 2021, this territory adopted its first strategic plan, setting before us a clear vision for 2030: “We are an innovative partner, mobilized to share hope wherever there is hardship, building communities that are just and know the love of Jesus.” Over the past five years, that vision has guided us well. It has helped us make necessary decisions, address important realities and prepare ourselves for the future God is shaping.
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