The Salvation Army

London Community Services


Christmas is Coming!

If you need a little extra help at Christmas time or if you'd like to make meaningful contributions to support families in need, here are some upcoming ways The Salvation Army helps!

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Santa Shuffle

Fun Run & Elf Walk

2025 Santa Shuffle REVEAL!

Every registration receives a race shirt and finishers line medal!

Santa Shuffle

Early Bird Registration NOW OPEN until August 31!

Save the date for the 2025 Santa Shuffle!
Date: Saturday, December 6
Location: Springbank Park Civic Garden Complex/TVP

- race shirt included
- Exciting new pledge incentives
- Prizes for national contest winners
- Finisher's Medal!
Santa Shuffle Early Bird Registration Now Open

Adult Programs

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Child & Youth Programs 

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Adult Programs

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Child & Youth Programs 

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News and stories

Stay updated on our latest community initiatives and engagements.

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News Sep 24, 2025
Salvation Army Helps Senior Heal Emotional Wounds
After losing her husband a few years ago, Sue faced grief that affected her mental health and left her wanting to isolate. Things began to change last year when she was introduced to The Salvation Army’s community services in London, Ont.
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News Aug 25, 2025
London’s Seniors Share Food and Friendship at The Salvation Army
For Nancy McSloy, a retiree, The Salvation Army’s London community services’ senior’s lunch is more than just a free meal. It is a time filled with laughter, connection and a sense of belonging.
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News Aug 25, 2025
Since October 2024, Macdonald Eagles have prepared over 2,225 breakfast items for their fellow students!
Download the Let's Eat Recipe book today! Students at Sir John A Macdonald worked with us on a brand-new program called “Let’s Eat!”, a cooking and nutrition-based program that gives pre-teens (grade 6-8) an opportunity to learn how to cook nutritious foods in their school setting as well as supplying the school with foods for student breakfast programs. Let’s Eat taught participants how to use kitchen tools, plan a menu, read a recipe, work co-operatively, understand cultural and religious food requirements as well as supporting their fellow students with delicious breakfast offerings. Since October 2024, Macdonald Eagles have prepared over 2,225 breakfast items for their fellow students! Students who do not have breakfast at home or just need a little bit more to kick-start their day, have been able to enjoy these healthy offerings. Download the Let’s Eat Recipe Book created in the Let’s Eat program this year! Way to go Eagles!
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London Community Services by the numbers

Celebrating the impact we’ve made and the community we’re building together.

9,398

Christmas Assistance 2024 - Number of Individuals

4,445

Christmas Assistance 2024 - # of Kids Assisted With Toys

73

Overnight Summer Camp - Annual # of Kids

2,178

"Let's Eat" School Breakfasts in 2025

65,000+

Volunteer Hours in 2024

80

Free Senior Lunches Served every month
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The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army is a Christian organization that provides support to vulnerable people in 400 communities across Canada and in 134 countries. Learn more by visiting our sites salvationist.ca and salvationarmy.ca

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salvationist.ca Sep 29, 2025
As Deep as the Ocean: Spotlight on Nova Scotia
Three stories of belonging in Glace Bay, Halifax and Bridgetown.
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salvationist.ca Sep 26, 2025
A Simple Cut?
For this hair stylist, volunteering at a Salvation Army shelter means more than just helping others look good.
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SalvationArmy.ca Sep 24, 2025
Salvation Army Supports Retiree Dealing with Food Insecurity
Retired life has been a journey of ups and downs for Shirley Dolph from Fort Frances, Ont. As someone who lives alone, inflation has made it challenging to make ends meet at times. “I am a widow and I’m retired. I basically live paycheque to paycheque,” Shirley says. “With rent and the cost of food and bills, sometimes it gets hard. I look at food prices sometimes and realize I can’t afford it.”
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