Today, Kyle Chiasson is a successful business owner giving back to the organization that once walked alongside him: The Salvation Army.
Finding the Light
Women’s ministries at Calgary’s Glenmore Temple introduced Rodica Railean to a renewed life of purpose in God.
by Abbigail OliverFor Rodica Railean, the 2025 women’s retreat at Pine Lake Camp, Alta., was life changing. Though she was invited each yearby a friend from Calgary’s Glenmore Temple, Railean always found a reason to decline, until last year, when she felt drawn to accept the invitation. That retreat marked the start of her new journey with Christ, as she now
Partners in Mission 2026: Costa Rica | Santa Cruz Children's Centre
Costa Rica Children’s Centre provides a safe environment for children to learn and grow.
In Costa Rica, the Children’s Centre provides a safe, loving, and enriching environment where children learn, grow, and experience the joy of being part of a caring community. Parents describe the center as a place of security and support, knowing their children are cared for with respect and compassion. For many, coming to the center is a
“I love the mission and the sacred work of The Salvation Army,” says Major Carson Decker, territorial candidates secretary, “sharing the love of Jesus, meeting human needs and being a transforming influence.
“It’s been a beautiful journey, filled with incredible moments, and I can’t imagine doing anything else. And if I had to do it all over again, I would still say yes.”
Hope, Hard Work and MVPs
In an exclusive interview, hockey icon Ron MacLean shares why he supports The Salvation Army and its mission.
Faith & Friends interviewed hockey icon Ron MacLean in Toronto after he was the keynotespeaker at the Hope in the City breakfast, the traditional kickoff of TheSalvation Army’s kettle season.
In 2021, we launched a new chapter, mobilizing under a new vision with a 10-year horizon and a strategy to guide us toward that future. Today, halfway through the journey, it’s time to pause, reflect and refresh around what matters most—and move forward together.
State of Grace
Resident finds fresh start at Salvation Army transitional housing facility.
by Ken RamsteadWhen an accident changed the course of Walter “Wally” Gamblin’s life, The Salvation Army Grace Village in Edmonton has been his home for the past 18 months. “I really like Grace Village,” he says. “It’s a brand-new building with lots of facilities. I’ve felt happy here.”
Forging Ahead
How partnerships in Canada and Bermuda are strengthening the international Salvation Army.
by Major Heather MatondoAdvancing the mission of the international Salvation Army through partnerships in Canada and Bermuda.
Partners in Mission 2026: Panama | School for the Blind
Salvation Army school is a place where spiritual growth, community, and emotional support come together.
Hear a powerful story of someone who overcame depression and cyberbullying through faith, friendship, and the supportive environment of the program.
My passionate prayers to God for my son’s physical healing ended abruptly the night he died. But my prayers of surrender are ongoing. My need of grace for this never ends. However, it was “bending my knee” that led me into the next step of kingdom grieving—that of healing.



