"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.
Busking for a Cause
Ten-year-old raises $300 for Newfoundland and Labrador wildfire relief.
By Nathan Reid-WelfordTen-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.
Salvation Army Partners With Hockey Night in Canada
Special segment to air during NHL games on December 6.
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.
Island Hoppers
A trip to Bermuda enabled four candidates from Newfoundland and Labrador to experience hands-on ministry and share their calling to full-time ministry.
by Ken RamsteadAs 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
Honest Advent
How an art show helped our community enter the Christmas story.
by Lieutenant Zach MarshallIn 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.
Northridge Community Church Hosts Newfoundland-Style Kitchen Party
Down-to-earth fundraiser attracts a growing crowd of supporters for mental-health programming.
by Abbigail OliverFor 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
Being Herself
A chance encounter at a Salvation Army kettle transformed Alyssa’s life.
By Chris McGregorAlyssa'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.”
Homeless Before Christmas
Unhoused at the age of 72, Brenda joined her voice with other “voices of homeless women” who were being helped by The Salvation Army.
Major Joy AngelBrenda 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
While Women Weep
Sixteen days of activism against gender-based violence.
by Captain Laura Van SchaickWhile learning about the reality of gender-based violence is a good place to start, ultimately, we need to work toward ending it. The Canadian government has identified that combatting gender-based violence involves a multi-faceted approach that includes prevention, intervention and support for survivors. The Salvation Army in Canada and Bermuda is involved in each of these approaches.



