Salvationist Magazine

10/24/2026

Arriving in Canada alone with only a suitcase and limited English, Atti faced depression, trauma, and isolation. With the support of The Salvation Army, she found safety, healing, and a sense of belonging.

Arriving in Canada alone with only a suitcase and limited English, ...

10/23/2026

Please join us in welcoming Carter Jones as the new leader of NEON, the Canadian Staff Worship Team. Carter joined NEON for the Inspire conference in 2023 before coming on as a regular member of the group that fall.

Carter is a writer, arranger and composer and brings a wealth of musical knowledge to the group. Carter will begin his leadership in January 2027.

Together, let's pray for Carter as he prepares to take this role in the Canada and Bermuda Territory.

It is with great excitement and thanks for answered prayers that we would like to announce that Carter Jones will be taking over leadership of NEON, the Canadian Staff Worship Team. Carter joined NEON for the Inspire conference in 2023 before coming on as a regular member of the group that fall. Carter is a writer, arranger and composer and brings a wealth of musical knowledge to the group. Carter will begin his leadership in January 2027. We ask that you would pray for Carter as he prepares to take this role in the Canada and Bermuda Territory.

10/23/2026

Whalefall, in theatres now, tells the story of a troubled teen who has run away from home, and must come to terms with his father's memory—while trapped in the belly of a whale. Sound familiar? The prophet Jonah tried to run away from God, and found himself swallowed by a huge fish. A reluctant son, a reluctant prophet, and a reckoning with honesty. Read more:

In Whalefall, a teen has only one hour to find a reason to live and become the son he never was. Swallowed by a s***m whale, a troubled young teen has only an hour to figure out a way to escape, while at the same time reconciling himself with the gho...

10/22/2026

The most iconic piece of Canadian Salvation Army brass band music? It has to be “Montreal Citadel” 🎶

First published in 1934, it’s a timeless march—and the original handwritten score belongs to our very own Heritage Centre in Toronto!

Learn more about the song and the score:

A rare handwritten musical score is one of the prized possessions of the Heritage Centre.

10/22/2026

Tickets are now on sale for Christmas With The Salvation Army!

Get yours today at: https://roythomsonhall.mhrth.com/tickets/christmas-with-the-salvation-army/

This year's event features Levi Schechtmann, the internationally recognized German pianist, as well as The Salvation Army's three staff sections, organist Ian Sadler, and the Festival Chorus.

Visit Salvationist.ca/Christmas for more details.

10/21/2026

Earlier today, Graham Moore, chief external relations officer, took part in the First Poppy Ceremony at the Governor General’s residence at Rideau Hall on behalf of The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda Territory.

On this meaningful occasion, Moore connected with Brigadier-General Linda J. Colwell, a highly accomplished retired officer of the Canadian Armed Forces and a dedicated Salvationist.

He also met with Vice-Admiral Lawrence Murray, a distinguished former Canadian naval officer and public servant who serves as the Grand President of The Royal Canadian Legion.

10/21/2026

A social media influencer wakes up in 1855. An American family moves West to build a home on the New Frontier. This year saw two pop culture depictions of the past make a big impact, with the book "Yesteryear" and a reboot of "Little House on the Prairie" hitting bestseller and most-watched lists.

Dr. Mandy Elliott, a professor at The Salvation Army's Booth University College, joins us for a discussion of the book, the TV series, and their key themes—from social media, to women's roles, faith, reconciliation and more. Listen now:

New book and TV series wrestle with how we see the past, women's roles, faith and more.

10/20/2026

Phil Callaway could have been in for a bumpy ride when a woman sat next to him on a plane, clearly having a bad day. Instead, a simple gesture of kindness opened the door to a conversation about faith and hope. Read more:

Simple acts of kindness can open the doors. A midair conversation changed a life for a woman travelling with Phil Callaway.

10/19/2026

Kim Looyenga is just one congregant in a surge of new soldiers at The Salvation Army in Bridgetown, N.S.—a significant milestone after having no enrolments in nearly two decades. But what does it mean to be a soldier? For Looyenga, it means asking the hard questions, taking time to learn and making a commitment to God and the Army. Read her story as she embarks on her soldiership journey:

At Bridgetown Community Church, N.S., a surge in soldiership reflects prayer and authentic relationships.

10/17/2026

When Jeanette looked at all the blessings in her friends’ lives, she found herself questioning God’s provision in her own. How did God help her change her attitude?

I was jealous of all the good things my friends had. How could I overcome this ugly attitude? Jeanette Levellie was envious of those who had more than she did and mad at God for not equalizing her status. Why do you bless some people more than others, Lord? she complained. We are hardworking; we tit...