When the angels appeared to the shepherds after Jesus was born, they declared, “Peace on earth!” But in today's world, we see conflict and division; we see brokenness, not wholeness. How can we be people of peace, bringing light to those in darkness?

"I always care about people," says Justin Hewitt, 11. “There shouldn’t be homeless people at all. Everyone should always have a place to live.” This is why he donates all the money he has to The Salvatin Army Christmas kettle.

Ten-year-old Zander Wright decided to help others who needed help in the wake of the devastating forest fires that came close to Conception bay, N.L., by utilizing a unique skill—playing the accordion.

The special on-camera segment hosted by Ron MacLean will shine a national spotlight on the mission of The Salvation Army and invite Canadians to give hope this Christmas season.

As The Salvation Army’s Atlantic divisional candidates secretary, Major Louise Pond is well aware that officer recruitment is a priority for the territory. And one of the priorities for the recruitment strategy is to identify potential candidates for officership. But how to get potential candidates enthused and motivated? Ashley helping out at

In a season when calendars are full and noise is constant, Community Church of Lethbridge, Alta., hosted an Advent art show, providing a quiet space to walk slowly, view the art, read the reflections and consider again what it means for Christ to come into our world. 

For the past three years, Northridge Community Church in Aurora, Ont., has hosted exciting gala events to raise funds and awareness for their mental-health programs. Though previous galas have been a resounding success and have garnered positive engagement from the community, there was a desire to do something a bit different in 2025—a

Alyssa's volunteering journey started through a chance encounter at a Salvation Army Christmas kettle. “It’s been a huge confidence builder, and she’s able to just be herself,” her stepfather, Allen, says. “I couldn’t have hoped for better.”

Brenda shares her experience of becoming homeless at the age of 72 and how she was inspired to join her voice with other "voices of homeless women"who were being helped bt The Salvation Army.

For Richard, a young boy in Zambia, The Salvation Army’s Gifts of Hope program has been life-changing. His story highlights the heart of Gifts of Hope—that even the smallest gifts can spark a ripple effect of change. Richard’s family received two goats, and what may have seemed like an ordinary gift soon became extraordinary. Every day, the