The Salvation Army in Orillia, Ont., has been running a weekly street ministry since 2016, providing essential help to vulnerable people. They help an average of 200 people each Friday. In 2023, they served more than 9,000 meals. While hot meals are the focus of the program, there is also an emphasis on additional support, such as providing thrift store vouchers, toiletries and sleeping bags. 

There's a story behind the painting of Salvation Army co-Founder General William Booth that is in the office of Ted Troughton, National Recycling Operations managing director. managing director.The work of Vernon Miike, manager of The Salvation Army’s thrift store in Oakville, it is a fusion of passion and purpose.

Nobody wants to hear what happens after happily ever after. The secret to a happy marriage is not just the usual bit about being good friends; you need biblical values, such as honesty, trust and respect. God has a plan and is with us. He wants us to be happy, and our marriages to be loving and fulfilling. A “happily ever after” indeed!