Salvation Army: Edmonton Centre of Hope

05/25/2026

✨ Celebrating Excellence in Community Service ✨🏆💙

We are proud to congratulate Kiran on receiving the Janet Hughes Award from the Edmonton Foodbank at their Annual General Meeting. 🎉

The award was presented by the Honourable Salma Lakhani, Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, and recognizes individuals or organizations who have demonstrated exceptional resilience, adaptability, and commitment while serving their community.

Kiran was recognized for his outstanding work with the Cook Events at Edmonton Centre of Hope, where his dedication, leadership, and passion for service have made a meaningful impact on those we serve. 🌟

It was a privilege for members of the ECOH team to be present and celebrate this special achievement alongside Kiran as he received this well-deserved recognition.

Thank you, Kiran, for your commitment to serving others and for the positive difference you make in our community every day. Your dedication reflects the values of service, stewardship, and hope that guide our work at the Edmonton Centre of Hope. 💙

Congratulations on this remarkable achievement! 👏✨

05/14/2026

✨ Celebrating Nursing Week ✨💙

This week, we proudly recognize and celebrate the incredible nurses at Edmonton Centre of Hope. 🌟

Through compassion, dedication, and unwavering care, our nursing team supports individuals with dignity, kindness, and professionalism every single day. Whether offering medical care, encouragement, advocacy, or simply a listening ear, their impact reaches far beyond clinical support.

Our nurses are an essential part of our mission and bring hope, healing, and comfort to those we serve. 💙

Thank you for your commitment, resilience, and the meaningful difference you make in the lives of others each day. Your care truly matters. 🙏✨

05/14/2026

Pine Lake Camp is searching for a Head Cook and an Assistant Cook.

These positions are needed for summer 2026, but there is opportunity for year-round part-time employment.

Scan the QR code to see the job posting and apply. Any specific questions can be forwarded to pinelakecamp@salvationarmy.ca

05/05/2026

Red Dress Day at ECOH

Today is Red Dress Day – National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and LGBTQ+ People (MMIWG2S).

This day is a time for reflection, awareness, and solidarity – remembering the lives of those who have been missing and murdered, and supporting the families and communities who continue to bear this pain and fight for justice.

Indigenous women in Canada are at significantly higher risk of violence.
According to Statistics Canada, between 2001 and 2015, the homicide rate for Indigenous women was nearly six times higher than for non-Indigenous women.

At ECOH, we pause to acknowledge this reality and reaffirm our commitment to the respect, safety, and dignity of all people.

❤️ No more stolen sisters.

05/04/2026

✨ Earth Day in Action at ECOH! 🌎

This Earth Day, our teams came together across sites to care for our environment and make a real impact in our community. 💚

Staff and participants kicked off the day with a stretching session and important safety information, ensuring everyone was ready and safe for the activities ahead.

The day was filled with fun activities, scavenger hunts, prizes, and refreshments, bringing energy and excitement to our clean-up efforts while engaging everyone in a meaningful way.

Together, we collected a total of 223.8 lbs of waste:

Grace Village and Grace Manor: 118.8 lbs
Transitional Housing Program Downtown, Men's Recovery, and Miywanohk: 105 lbs
From large clean-up efforts at Grace Village to contributions across other sites, every effort mattered. These moments reflect our shared commitment to stewardship, teamwork, and creating cleaner, healthier spaces for everyone.

A big thank you to all staff and participants who took part in this meaningful initiative—your efforts truly make a difference! 🙌✨

04/23/2026

✨ Celebrating Our Admin Team ✨

This week, we want to take a moment to acknowledge and celebrate our incredible administrative team at Edmonton Centre of Hope. 🌟

Behind the scenes, they keep everything running smoothly—with organization, dedication, and a heart for service. From supporting staff and programs to creating structure and calm in busy days, their impact is felt in every corner of our work.

We are so grateful for their commitment, kindness, and the many ways they support our mission each day. 💙
Your work does not go unnoticed—it truly makes a difference.

Thank you for all that you do! 🙏✨

04/14/2026

✨ Celebrating an Incredible Milestone at Grace Manor! 🎉💐✨

It’s not every day that we get to celebrate someone reaching 102 years old—what a truly remarkable and inspiring milestone! 💙

We are so honored to wish Tina a very happy 102nd year ahead! 🥳 Her life is a beautiful reflection of strength, wisdom, and resilience, and it’s a joy to celebrate such a special moment together as a community.

Moments like these remind us of the importance of connection, celebration, and honoring the stories that shape our lives. Tina, you are an inspiration to us all, and we are grateful to be part of your journey. 🌸

Please join us in wishing Tina continued health, happiness, and many more beautiful moments ahead! 💫

04/06/2026

Happy Easter to you Mayor Andrew Knack ✝️.

I would like to wish all Christian Edmontonians a very Happy Easter.

Today is a day of celebration, but also a day of reflection, renewal and coming together as a community.

May your time with your family and loved ones be joyful and filled with the light of peace.

04/05/2026

✨ Easter Blessings from Edmonton Centre of Hope ✝️🌷✨

This Easter season, we are reminded of the hope, renewal, and new life found in Christ’s resurrection. 💙
At Edmonton Centre of Hope, we see this message come alive every day—through compassion, community, and the strength of those we serve.

May this sacred season fill hearts with peace, restore spirits with hope, and bring light into every new beginning. ✨
We are grateful to walk alongside our community, sharing in moments of faith, resilience, and care.

Wishing everyone a blessed and meaningful Easter. 🙏🌸

03/25/2026

✨ Friends of Freddie’s Coffee Group at Grace Village! ☕🐾✨

Residents in our Supported Housing program are enjoying a brand new initiative led by Recreation Therapy students Madi and Jet—the Friends of Freddie’s Coffee Group! 💙

Each gathering brings residents together to enjoy specialty coffee drinks, connect through fun, cat-themed conversations and activities, and share meaningful moments as a community. And of course, the star of the show—Freddie—is always there to join in the fun! 🐱

Freddie has been soaking up all the attention, proudly wearing his Barista Apron and Flower Hat to celebrate the arrival of spring. 🌸☕ His presence brings smiles, comfort, and a little extra joy to everyone involved.

Programs like this create space for connection, laughter, and belonging, reminding us how important community is in everyday life. A big thank you to Madi and Jet for bringing this wonderful idea to life! 🙌✨

03/16/2026

✨ Chinese Cooking Event at Grace Village! ✨

Residents at Grace Village recently enjoyed a wonderful Chinese Cooking Event, where they worked alongside our Kitchen and Recreation teams to prepare a delicious and festive meal.

Residents had the opportunity to learn how to make traditional dumplings and practice the proper technique to keep them together during cooking and looking beautiful on the plate. They also prepared a refreshing Mandarin Orange Punch and a Lucky Cucumber Salad, making the experience both fun and delicious.

Events like this bring residents together to learn new skills, share cultures, and enjoy meaningful moments as a community. A big thank you to everyone who helped make this special event possible! 🙌✨