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What Love Looks Like

Lunch program in Colón, Panama, is a place of refuge.
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Colón, Panama, often called the northern gateway to the Panama Canal, is a city of contrasts, rich in history, culture and resilience. As one of Panama’s major port cities, Colón has long served as a vital hub for global trade and travel. Yet beyond its bustling harbour lies a deeper story, one of community, faith and hope. As our Partners in

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.

Best of 2025: Editorial Staff Picks

Looking for something to read or listen to over the holidays? Check out these favourites.
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Looking back on all that was published in Salvationist, Faith & Friends and Salvationist.ca this past year, here are the editorial team's favourite articles and podcast episodes for 2025.