The Toronto Argonauts Serve Dinner for The Salvation Army

TORONTO, Oct. 12 /CNW/ - The Toronto Argonauts will partner once again with The Salvation Army on October 16, 2010 to serve a community dinner for more than 600 at The Salvation Army Toronto Harbour Light Ministries, 160 Jarvis Street, Toronto at 12:00 noon.

This year's event marks the 13^th anniversary of the partnership between the Toronto Argonauts and The Salvation Army.  The Salvation Army would like to recognize the Argonauts for their continued dedication and support in helping serve meals to the marginalized of our community.

"The Salvation Army Harbour Light is delighted that the Argos are continuing to partner with us and helping with our efforts to reach out to the community by providing and serving this Thanksgiving meal.", said Major Roy Snow, Executive Director for the Toronto Harbour Light Ministries.

"The Salvation Army's mission has always been to provide for those who are in great need." said Captain John Murray, Spokesperson for The Salvation Army.  "We are thankful to the Toronto Argonauts for their partnership in helping us give hope and dignity."

"The Salvation Army does tremendous work for the marginalized of Toronto, and the Argonauts are pleased to support their work by continuing our long standing tradition of serving meals at this year's community dinner," said Toronto Argonauts President & CEO, Bob Nicholson.

Last Year in Canada:

• Over 1.6 million people were helped by The Salvation Army in Canada
• 2.8 million meals served by The Salvation Army
• 1,095,000 persons assisted with food, clothing or practical assistance by The Salvation Army

About The Salvation Army:
The Salvation Army is an international Christian organization that began its work in Canada in 1882 and has grown to become the largest non-governmental direct provider of social services in the country. The Salvation Army gives hope and support to vulnerable people today and everyday in 400 communities across Canada and more than 120 countries around the world. The Salvation Army offers practical assistance for children and families, often tending to the basic necessities of life, providing shelter for homeless people and rehabilitation for people who have lost control of their lives to an addiction.

About the Toronto Argonauts:
The Toronto Argonauts are North America's oldest professional football club, celebrating their 137th anniversary in 2010.  As Toronto's #1 community team through player involvement, community programs and The Argos Foundation, the Toronto Argonauts, a member of the Canadian Football League (CFL), have 15 Grey Cup championships to their credit. For 2010 season ticket and group sales packages, please contact the sales team at (416) 341-ARGO.  For more information on the Toronto Argonauts Football Club, please visit argonauts.ca.

When you give to The Salvation Army, you are investing in the future of marginalized and overlooked people in your community.

News releases, articles and updated information can be found at www.SalvationArmy.ca.

For further information:

Captain John P. Murray, APR
Divisional Secretary for Public Relations and Development
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