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News and stories from The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory.

  1. Jun 24

    Making The Salvation Army Accessible to All

    Across Canada, about 27 percent of people aged 15 and older live with a disability. In a country of 41 million, that translates to about 11 million people—including many people in our Salvation Army context. So, how is our territory working to improve accessibility, to ensure everyone belongs?  On this episode, we’re joined by Colonel Margaret McLeod, chief secretary, and Major Christine Johnston, territorial disabilities consultant, who share their perspectives on how the territory is progressing in this area, and why accessibility is not an add-on, but is an essential part of the gospel and our mission.  Resources and Further Reading:   Everybody Belongs, Serving Together – Inclusive church ministry with people with disabilities - a collaborative guide by Disability Concerns, Christian Horizons and Elim. Available is booklet form and on line at Introduction | Everybody Belongs, Serving Together | Faithward.org   From Longing to Belonging – A Practical (Steven Shakespeare, 2006) Guide to Including People with Disabilities and Mental Health Conditions in Your Faith Community – book authored by Shelly Christensen, MA FAAIDD    Our Doors Are Open – Guide for Accessible Congregations  - an EnAbling Change Project with the Government of Ontario Our Doors Are Open – Nos portes sont ouvertes – Welcoming People with Disabilities in Places of Worship   Including People with Disabilities in Faith Communities – A Guide for Service Providers, Families and Congregations- book authored by Erik W. Carter   The 5 Stages: Changing Attitudes About Disability by Daniel Kyle Vander Plaats  Stages of Attitudes - Wheaton College, IL   Karis Disability Services Equipping Churches   Disability and Accessibility - The Salvation Army Ethics Centre Accessibility Statement and Plan - The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory Disability, Accessibility and Belonging - Community Mission, Canada and Bermuda Territory

    33 min

  2. Jun 3

    General Lyndon Buckingham and Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham Come to Canada

    From April 17 to May 4, the Canada and Bermuda Territory was honoured to host General Lyndon Buckingham and Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham. During their tour, The Salvation Army’s international leaders travelled from coast to coast, from St. John’s to Vancouver, encouraging Salvationists to keep Jesus at the centre of all we do.  On their final day in Canada, they joined the Salvationist podcast to talk about the Jesus Our Compass tour.  But the conversation covered a number of subjects: their time as corps officers in Windsor, Ontario, the General’s health crisis last October—and the dark nights of the soul that followed—and how their own family’s legacy of Salvationism still inspires them today.  Pick up the July/August issue of Salvationist and read the highlights from the tour.  Watch all the live streams from the tour here.

    24 min

  3. May 13

    Building the Kingdom at Moncton Citadel Through Alpha

    Since Alpha Canada was established in 1998, more than 1.4 million people in Canada have experienced Alpha. It’s a great tool for churches to introduce people to Jesus and also help believers deepen their faith.  Many ministry units in the Canada and Bermuda Territory are running Alpha, including Moncton Citadel Community Church in New Brunswick. On this episode, we hear from Moncton’s corps officer, Major James Anderson, and Marie Caillouette, a member of the church who is also the administrative assistant there. Marie has her own incredible story of transformation through Alpha, having taken the program while she was in prison. She shares her journey, and they talk about how Alpha has had a major impact on their church.  Explore Alpha resources for Salvation Army ministry units Read how Alpha is changing lives in other ministry units in our territory

    31 min

  4. Apr 22

    10 Years After "The Beast": Remembering the Fort McMurray Wildfires

    It was nicknamed “The Beast”—the massive wildfire that ripped through Fort McMurray, Alberta, in May 2016. It forced the entire city of almost 90,000 people to evacuate and spread across approximately 590,000 hectares—an area larger than Prince Edward Island.  For this episode, we’re marking the 10-year anniversary of the fire by talking to officers and Salvationists who were there in Fort McMurray when it happened; people who experienced the evacuation and the pain of loss firsthand; people who were part of the Army’s emergency disaster services response, both during the fire and long after it ended. How did they experience that fire, as individuals and as a church? What has been the key to healing after this devastating event, and what is the legacy of the fire today? This episode features: Verna Thomas-Winsor, a member of the Salvation Army church in Fort McMurray, who lost her home and more;Major Steve Hibbs, corps officer in Fort McMurray in 2016, now retired and still living there; Majors Bond and Marina Jennings, assistant corps officers in 2016; andCaptain Ian Scott, who led the Salvation Army EDS team during re-entry following the evacuation.

    58 min

  5. Apr 1

    Giving Hope Through Music at a Salvation Army Shelter

    At The Salvation Army's New Hope Leslieville shelter in Toronto, a monthly jam session gives residents an opportunity to experience the joy of music, thanks to Harmonies for Hope. The program is led by a volunteer, Rob Dixon, who shares how an encounter with a man experiencing homelessness inspired Harmonies for Hope, and how the program creates moments of beauty and dignity for people who otherwise would not have access to music. On this episode, Rob takes us behind the scenes at one of the sessions, and we meet Tony, who shares his musical gifts and his story.

    20 min

  6. Mar 11

    After the Fire in Prince Albert: Salvation Army Offers Hope From the Ashes

    On this past Christmas Day, a fire broke out at The Salvation Army in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, completely destroying the building. It was a devastating blow for Salvation Army ministry in the community. But with the support of the town and its people, the Army is still giving hope amid the ashes, ensuring the mission continues even without the home base of a building. On this episode, we are joined by Prince Albert’s corps officer, Major Ed Dean, who tells us about the fire and its aftermath, how The Salvation Army has pivoted to ensure its corps and community services continue, and how Salvationists and friends in Prince Albert and beyond can support the mission.  The Salvation Army is deeply grateful to our matching sponsors, the Murray & Audrey Neufeld Charitable Foundation and the Malcolm Jenkins Family Foundation Inc., and all of the generous donors who have contributed to the Plates of Hope Campaign to date. Together we have raised more than $220,000 toward our goal of $250,000. Help us reach our goal by donating before March 31.

    29 min

  7. Feb 18

    Australian Officers Serving in Canada: Captains Chris and Nichole Maxwell

    For Captains Chris and Nichole Maxwell, two Salvation Army officers from Australia, moving to Canada was a leap of faith. They had never visited the country prior to moving here, they'd be bringing three young children with them, and it was in the middle of a pandemic. But trusting in God’s calling to overseas service has been an immense blessing for the Maxwells and for their church, Kingston Citadel in Ontario, where they have been corps officers since January 2022.  On this episode, we talk about their calling; about some of the biggest and most surprising differences between The Salvation Army in Australia and Canada; and about their church’s process of rebuilding after Covid and how Kingston Citadel has a renewed vision and is thriving today.

    40 min

  8. Jan 28

    Aux-Captain Matthew Pittman: Saved to Serve

    Today, Auxiliary-Captain Matthew Pittman is the corps officer at Robert's Arm-Pilley's Island Corps—back at the very church where he grew up in rural Newfoundland and Labrador. But 10 years ago, he couldn't have been further away from a life of ministry. On this episode of the Salvationist podcast, Auxiliary-Captain Matthew shares his journey, from addiction and depression to salvation and Salvation Army officership.  Interested in officership? Visit Salvationist.ca/candidates for more information.

    22 min
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News and stories from The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory.

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  • Creator
    Salvationist.ca
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    79
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    © 2026 Salvationist Podcast
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