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For the second time in six months, the Salvation Army is adding space to address the number of people using emergency shelter services. A new 80-bed shelter has been set up for men thanks to an influx in newcomers seeking asylum. The Salvation Army’s Centre of Hope emergency shelter houses more …
Read More »Winnipeg charities crunched for time with Christmas coming, need volunteers – Winnipeg
The crunch is on for Winnipeg charities as they swing into the holiday season with a shortage of volunteers. At the Christmas Cheer Board warehouse, volunteers are wrapping gifts and sending out thousands of holiday hampers. Executive director of the charity, Shawna Bell, said the high cost of living means …
Read More »More beds at Salvation Army’s Centre of Hope as demand increases – Winnipeg
By Kevin Hirschfield Global News Posted October 20, 2023 10:22 pm Updated October 20, 2023 11:40 pm Descrease article font size Increase article font size A Winnipeg emergency shelter is adding more space as demand is up more than usual at this time of year and with temperatures dropping in …
Read More »Yellowknife’s homeless population finding support in Calgary – Calgary
When the evacuation order came down for the city of Yellowknife, Tony Brushett knew there were people who would need extra help to get out. “We got a call from the territorial government stating that the most vulnerable, those with mental health and addictions issues were going to charter a …
Read More »Hamilton arena renovation plan includes ‘efforts’ to relocate men’s shelter – Hamilton
The head of the group renovating Hamilton’s FirstOntario Centre says they hope to “work collaboratively” with the Salvation Army on a possible relocation of its men’s shelter on York Boulevard. PJ Mercanti, CEO of Carmen’s Group and president of the Hamilton Urban Precinct Entertainment Group (HUPEG) says they “remain respectful” …
Read More »‘Gap’ left as Salvation Army’s meal program ends, and the impact it could have – Barrie
As the Salvation Army’s Bayside Mission Meal Program ends, other social services providers are concerned about the gap it leaves in the community. The community meal program was started in 2013 in Barrie at the request of the County of Simcoe, initially providing 60 healthy meals a day, and at …
Read More »Winnipeg police investigate after body found at Main Street Salvation Army – Winnipeg
Winnipeg Police are investigating a death at the Salvation Army on Main Street. Officers were called to the building, at Main and Henry Avenue, around midnight, where they discovered a body. As of Thursday morning, police have not confirmed whether it’s being considered a criminal matter, nor have they provided …
Read More »Winnipeg shelters bracing for upcoming cold snap – Winnipeg
The racks of donated clothes at Siloam Mission are full but that could change as temperatures are expected to plummet in southern Manitoba later this week. “Anytime we are looking at a cold snap we start to get worried. Will we have enough for everyone?” Siloam Mission communications manager Luke …
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