Midland raises flag for the 2026 Salvation Army Kettle Campaign

Whereas, the Salvation Army 2026 Kettle Kickoff as one of the largest non-governmental service providers in Canada and has been serving men, women, and children across our great nation for approximately 144 years; and

Whereas, Food insecurity is a common thread that runs through The Salvation Army’s work with vulnerable people, and when hunger and fear become a way of life, each day can feel like an uphill climb; and we want to meet the basic needs of our most vulnerable populations. When poverty gives someone an impossible choice, The Salvation Army's approach helps combine immediate relief with community-driven efforts to break the cycle of poverty and bring stability and hope; and

Whereas, The Salvation Army’s community fundraising goal of $80,000 for the 2026 Kettle Campaign. This will allow them to provide practical assistance for all who need it, not only at Christmas but throughout the year. This includes Christmas Hampers and Toys, Meals, Food Bank, School Lunch Programs, Summer Camps and Youth Programming. Every donation to any of the kettle locations across Midland remains in the community to support local needs. Kettle units across Midland also offer a safe and simple tap-and-go payment option to donate.

Therefore, I, Bill Gordon, Mayor of the Town of Midland, hereby proclaims November 13 to December 24, 2026, as The Salvation Army – Midland Kettle Kickoff of 2026 in Midland, to support The Salvation Army's efforts to give hope to people in need in our community.