The Power of a Secret
Réjean had an ugly secret. He concealed it to protect a family member—but had no idea the depth of personal harm that would cause. Revealing the traumatic experience was the only thing that could set...
View ArticleThe Dark Reality of Addiction
Babe grew up feeling he didn’t fit in. By age 12 he was abusing alcohol and illegal drugs to numb the pain of rejection. When, as an adult, he lost two infant children, he couldn’t get past the sadness...
View ArticlePeople at The Salvation Army Make a Difference for Shawn
When Shawn’s life came to a stop, it was the people at The Salvation Army that helped him with the many small changes it took to get him to hope and trust again.
View ArticleA Recipe for Recovery
Once addicted to drugs, Susan Small now uses her passion for cooking to inspire others. “If you had met me just four years ago, you would have taken one look at me and crossed the street,” says Susan....
View ArticleAbuse Survivor Finds Healing at The Salvation Army
After fleeing an abusive relationship, Nilda connected with The Salvation Army and found the support she needed to get her life back.
View ArticleAllison Finds Safety and Hope at The Salvation Army
Allison, a victim of domestic abuse, finds safety and comfort for her family at The Salvation Army’s Moms and Tots program.
View ArticleHunger Relief for Low-Income Family
Imagine pawning your deceased mother’s wedding ring to pay bills, taking out loans to feed your children, or contemplating putting a lock on the refrigerator to make groceries last as long as possible....
View ArticleSalvation Army Helps New Mother Stay Connected
Nicole attends a Salvation Army Moms and Tots program to help stay connected and ensure her daughter gets socialized with other children.
View ArticleMy Journey from Sadness to Success
In every way that counted, The Salvation Army was there for me when I needed them most. Six years ago, the company that I had been with for 18 years sold the facility. My co-workers and I were...
View ArticleWhen Bad Things Happen to Good People
Less than a year ago, 52-year-old Neil arrived at The Salvation Army’s addiction treatment program in Winnipeg terrorized by flashbacks from his military days, he was addicted to alcohol and 50 pounds...
View ArticleHelping One Mom Start Over Again
Settling in Calgary brought many new challenges for Gladys and her family. Originally from Nigeria, they had immigrated to the UK, but with high unemployment and uncertainty, they decided to move to...
View ArticleMoving Forward to Independence
For over 40 years The Salvation Army’s Booth Packaging and Supportive Services in Toronto has provided high quality contract packaging at the right price and on time. Unlike most other packing...
View ArticleOn the Other Side of Homelessness
Charlie Pittman was on his way to end his life when he took a detour into the doors of The Salvation Army men’s shelter in Halifax. It wasn’t easy to walk through the doors and say he needed help, but...
View ArticleOne Actor’s Journey out of Homelessness
Less than a year ago, Kevin, an immigrant from Iran, lived on the streets of Vancouver. A former actor in his country, this wasn’t the life he had imagined. He had no home, no money and no family....
View ArticleA Former Addict Turns Her Life Around
“I thought I was going to die a drug addict,” says Samantha. “For the better part of 25 years I liked how the drugs made me feel. Then, one day, I reached rock bottom.” In January 2014 Samantha...
View ArticleFrom Hopelessness to Hope
A new Salvation Army program is helping Nicole rebuild her life and realize dreams and goals she never thought possible. “Through a holistic case management approach, our Pathway of Hope program...
View ArticleSingle Mom Finds New Life with Help from The Salvation Army
For many people, the new year is a time to get a fresh start on life. But picking up the pieces and beginning again isn’t always that easy for young, vulnerable mothers. “I was 18, pregnant and alone...
View ArticleSingle Parent Finds Hope in the Midst of Darkness
For Leena, single parenting and poverty go hand in hand. “I’m struggling,” says the 38-year-old. “But without The Salvation Army I’d feel worse. Hope wouldn’t be there.” In 2014, Leena’s husband of 16...
View ArticleDepression’s Ugly Hold
Depression is now the leading cause of ill health and disability worldwide, with more than 300 million people suffering. “Depression put me in a dark place,” says Rob, 58. “I couldn’t see a future or...
View ArticleThe Christmas Hamper
As a single parent living in poverty, Christmas is a challenging time for Becky. “Many people don’t know what it’s like to tell your children they have to go to bed hungry,” says Becky. “Or watch them...
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