The Salvation Army
London Community Services
Christmas is Coming!
This is your information destination for all Christmas things at The Salvation Army London Community Services!
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!
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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Programs
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News and stories
Stay updated on our latest community initiatives and engagements.
News
Jun 11, 2026
The origin of Doughnut Day
The origin of Doughnut Day and it's ties to the Canadian Military.
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News
Jun 11, 2026
Foodie Fridays: The Salvation Army and Balbonis Donuts
Katie Sullivan at Balbonis Donuts and Nancy Kerr at the Salvation Army London team up for National Donut Day and share a tradition that goes back to the First World War.
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News
May 19, 2026
The Salvation Army National Donut Day, June 5, 2026
National Donut Day, held annually on the first Friday of June, was established by The Salvation Army in 1938 to honour the "Donut Lassies" of World War I - women who served donurts to soldiers on the front lines. It symbolizes our history of care and ongoing social services.
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London Community Services by the numbers
Celebrating the impact we’ve made and the community we’re building together.
10,979
Christmas Assistance 2025 - Number of Individuals
4,932
Christmas Assistance 2025 - # of Kids Assisted With Toys
73
Overnight Summer Camp - Annual # of Kids
2,178
"Let's Eat" School Breakfasts in 2025
10,500+
Volunteer Hours in 2025
1,060+
Christmas Kettle Volunteers 2025
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
SalvationArmy.ca
Oct 14, 2026
Thanksgiving Season Marks the Launch of New Community Meal in Calgary
The Salvation Army’s Glenmore Temple is bringing neighbours together around the dinner table.
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salvationist.ca
Oct 12, 2026
A Family Reunited
After 18 years, a father sees his sons again, with help from The Salvation Army.
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salvationist.ca
Oct 09, 2026
Showing the Way
Three generations of Salvation Army faith, service and a calling that keeps moving forward.
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