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An Unexpected Knock

Giving hope to a young mother my first Christmas as a Salvation Army officer.
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“Wait! Are you Santa?”

No, but I am thrilled that I get to play him on occasion. Even more importantly, in moments like this, I also get to be the hands and feet of Jesus.

Hope in the City Marks the Start of the 2025 Kettle Campaign

Territory-wide events help kick off the season of giving.
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In November and December, community members, mission partners and supporters gathered in provinces across the territory to celebrate the kick-off of the holiday season and the opportunity to make a difference through The Salvation Army’s Christmas kettle campaign. Here is a snapshot of just a few of this year’s exciting Hope in the City

Northridge Community Church Hosts Newfoundland-Style Kitchen Party

Down-to-earth fundraiser attracts a growing crowd of supporters for mental-health programming.
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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

National Recycling Operations Begins New Partnership in Saskatchewan

Thrift stores can operate more effectively with specialized support.
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Through a collaborative partnership, The Salvation Army’s Prairies and Northern Territories Division has transferred oversight of the Moose Jaw and Assiniboia thrift stores, both in Saskatchewan, along with the provincial sorting centre, to the Army’s National Recycling Operations (NRO). The goal of this move is to free corps officers from the

Welcome Home in Moncton, N.B., Addresses Housing Instability

The program provides support to bridge the gap between homeless and housed.
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For people who are experiencing homelessness, the first few months after transitioning into housing can be challenging. The transition can come with financial stresses, food insecurity, trouble navigating systems and resources, and adapting to independent living. Welcome Home, a program launched by The Salvation Army’s community and family

Fernie, B.C., Marks 125 Years of Army Service

Weekend of events celebrate the rich history and identity of the Fernie Army.
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In August, The Salvation Army in Fernie, B.C., celebrated 125 years of active service in the community. A moving prayer breakfast at a local hotel kicked off the anniversary weekend, followed by a family fun afternoon in the parking lot of the thrift store with a dunk tank, bouncy castle, games, a free barbecue and live music by an ensemble of