The Salvation Army first started serving the people of Bulkley Valley in 1985 when we first opened Camp Mountainview, located just outside of the town of Houston.
In the early 1990’s, The Salvation Army opened their community Service office and Thrift Store in Houston, BC to help better serve the communities of Bulkley Valley.
Shortly after opening in Houston, we opened a location in Smithers, BC to further expand the services we offer to the people of the Valley.
The Salvation Army is an international Christian organization that began its work in Canada in 1882 and has grown to become one of 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 125 countries around the world.
The Salvation Army offers practical assistance for children and families, often tending to the basic necessities of life, provides shelter for homeless people and rehabilitation for people who have lost control of their lives to an addiction.