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Finding the Light

Women’s ministries at Calgary’s Glenmore Temple introduced Rodica Railean to a renewed life of purpose in God.
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For 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
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.

New Westminster Citadel, B.C., Hosts Drop-In for Women and Girls

Corps creates a welcoming space to celebrate International Day of the Girl 2025.
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The food bank at New Westminster Citadel, B.C., serves approximately 200 people weekly who come from the city and the surrounding communities of Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam. When Captains Jenny Marin and Carlos Cuellar became the corps officers in the summer of 2025, they recognized an opportunity to build a bridge between the corps on the

Christmas Kettle Campaign Raises $22.7 Million for Ministry

Nationwide support made the 2025 campaign a resounding success.
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The Salvation Army’s 2025 Christmas kettle campaign was a resounding success, raising a total of $22.7 million across Canada. Hundreds of kettle shifts were filled by dedicated volunteers in each community, with supporters nationwide generously giving throughout the holiday season. “Kettles are iconic and allow supporters across our territory to

Miywanohk Program in Edmonton Gives Options for Sober Living

A 23-unit building offers affordable and supportive housing for people in recovery.
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On November 13, The Salvation Army in Edmonton held the official opening ceremony for thenew Miywanohk Program at their Keystone location. This 23-unit transitional housing program offers a safe, affordable and sober place to live for adults of all genders. Each unit includes basic furnishings, such as couches, tables and chairs, coffee

Salvation Army Responds to Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica

Communities continue to recover from widespread damage caused by the category 5 storm.
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On October 28, 2025, hurricane Melissa made landfall in southwest Jamaica as a category 5 storm, quickly becoming the third strongest hurricane on record in the Atlantic Ocean. The international Salvation Army responded swiftly, dispatching teams of personnel from across Australia, Iceland, Canada, England and the United States.

New Thrift Store Partnership Makes Donating Easier

The Salvation Army’s National Recycling Operations (NRO) is making it simpler than ever for Ontarians to give back.
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This partnership reflects NRO’s ongoing commitment to innovation, accessibility and environmental responsibility—making it easier than ever for Ontarians to give with purpose, protect the planet and support neighbours in need.

Christmas Blessings for Seniors at Toronto Shelter

Territorial community mission department creates Christmas gift bags for residents at Islington Seniors’ Shelter.
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Rising rents, fixed incomes, health challenges, and the loss of social supports have left more older adults without a safe place to call home. This is where Islington Seniors’ Shelter, operated by The Salvation Army, makes a difference every day.