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Forward Together

Refreshed territorial strategic plan is Christ-centred and Others-focused.
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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.
Faith & Friends

When 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.”

Treasures of Darkness

When my son died, grieving became a sacred journey.
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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.

Call and Commitment 2026: Captains Josh and Kassie Cain

Keep your focus on Jesus, say Salvation Army officers.
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Each year, the month of February is designated in our territory as Call and Commitment Month, where we create space for individuals to discern and explore God’s call on their lives. It is a time to reflect, pray, encourage others and journey together as we listen with open hearts to His voice. Captains Josh and Kassie Cain share about their

Returning to Our Roots

Is The Salvation Army still a church for the streets?
Opinion & Critical Thought

The Salvation Army was founded to serve both worlds—body and soul—but over time, they can feel disconnected. Our corps can become consumed with maintaining programs, buildings and schedules. At the same time, our social service ministries often carry the load of engaging the community. If William Booth walked into one of our corps today, what would he see?

The Salvation Army is active in more than 130 countries worldwide. With such a wide scope of ministry, there are many service opportunities for both officers and lay personnel interested in serving overseas. Below is a list of available positions in other Salvation Army territories, prepared by the IHQ personnel department.

The Gift of Being Present

Lessons on life from my greyhound and other dogs.
Faith & Friends

We often have good reasons to cope with stressful thoughts, but what a relief, a reprieve even, to leave them behind for a while. Being present in the present can be such a gift.  And walking a dog, in my case a greyhound called Blondie, is a lesson I’d love to share with you on how to take ourselves off autopilot.

Partners in Mission 2026: Panama | Chilibre Corps Youth Program

Corps nurtures children and teens as they grow in faith, character, and service.
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At the Chilibre Corps in Panama, the youth program nurtures children and teens as they grow in faith, character, and service. Younger kids learn Bible verses, life skills, and simple ways to help others, while older youth take on leadership roles—supporting the younger ones, learning to lead meetings, playing instruments, and strengthening their walk with God.