Commissioner William Francis - Video Blog 2 - The Red Shield

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Poverty remains a major problem for families across Canada and The Salvation Army, as the largest non-governmental direct provider of social services works to reduce it through a vast array of programs and services. Nearly five million Canadians live in poverty today -- about one out of every six people and over one million of these are children. While exact national numbers are difficult to come by, even fairly conservative estimates indicate that tens of thousands remain homeless, a key indicator of the extent and severity of poverty. According to a Statistics Canada report, nearly 800,000 Canadians are dependent on drugs and alcohol, a key aggravating factor in the lives of many impoverished people. The breadth and depth of Salvation Army services allows it address all of these issues, combating poverty at the source and changing lives. Donating to The Salvation Army allows you to invest in the future of those living in poverty in your community. In one year, The Salvation Army in Canada:
Provides direct, compassionate, hands-on service to over 1.5 million people
Provides 6,300 shelter beds for the homeless each night, including accommodation for families
Serves 2.3 million meals to the hungry

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