Jim Ten Hove has worn many uniforms in his lifetime, but two hold special meaning: the olive green of the Canadian Armed Forces and the navy blue of The Salvation Army. For this devoted veteran and Salvationist, both represent the same calling—service to others.
From Newfoundland to Mozambique
Discovering God’s global Army on the first territorial short-term mission trip.
by Major Heather MatondoOn May 17, 2026, the first territorial short-term mission team, comprised of individuals representing every division, arrived in Maputo, Mozambique.
The Spiritually Curious Generation
Shaila Visser, national director of Alpha Canada, shares a new study about generation Alpha and faith.
Born between 2010 and 2024, generation Alpha is the first generation to grow up fully immersed in a digital world. Connectivity, social media and online communities have been part of their lives from an early age, shaping their development and the way they understand and engage with the world around them. And with this increasingly connected
Video: Salvation Army Serves on the Front Lines of World War II
New video shares first-hand accounts from the Red Shield Services.
During the Second World War, members of The Salvation Army's Red Shield Services travelled overseas to support troops on the front lines of battle, often facing great danger themselves as they sought to "care for the body, mind and soul" of the soldiers.' In this video, General Clarence Wiseman and Brigadier Kenneth Graham share their first-hand
Mobilizing Hope
Disaster preparedness training equips leaders and responders in the Africa Zone.
by Major Elaine LockeThe Salvation Army is training leaders and responders to prepare for, mitigate and respond to emergencies effectively across the Africa Zone.
"A Beautiful Balance"
Elizabeth Borgela’s decision to become an officer was a thoughtful one, not made in haste.
by Ken Ramstead“It was the combination of understanding God, understanding who he was for me, understanding the Bible and understanding what faith was for me that made me realize The Salvation Army was the place for me.”
Living History: The Montreal Citadel March
A rare handwritten musical score is one of the prized possessions of the Heritage Centre.
Living History is an ongoing series showcasing just a small assortment of the more than 350,000 items housed at The Salvation Army Heritage Centre in Toronto. This month, we spotlight an important piece of Salvation Army musical history. The Montreal Citadel march is considered a Salvation Army brass band classic. Bandmaster Norman Audoire of
To Be a Soldier
At Bridgetown Community Church, N.S., a surge in soldiership reflects prayer and authentic relationships.
by Abbigail OliverKim Looyenga never thought she would be a Salvation Army soldier. Just a few years ago, all she knew about the Army was that it put out red kettles at Christmas and had community service programs. Today, she is a proud Salvationist participating in soldiership classes at Bridgetown Community Church, N.S., and she looks forward to being enrolled
Faith Under Fire
In Papua New Guinea, The Salvation Army responds to conflict with the slow work of peace.
by Syeidah GeniemboSalvation Army officers and other church leaders are building relationships across dividing lines in Papua New Guinea’s Eastern Highlands Province.
Ready to Respond
Sea cadets in Woodstock, Ont., train with The Salvation Army’s emergency disaster services.
by Abbigail OliverIn Woodstock, Ont., a group of young sea cadets is developing vital leadership and disaster response skills through a unique partnership with The Salvation Army. Spearheaded by Trevor McLellan, emergency disaster services (EDS) specialist for the Ontario Division and sea cadet instructor, the program expands training opportunities for youth by



