The Salvation Army National Recycling Operations has found it necessary to remove its Donation Bins from Mississauga and Toronto as of April 10, 2009, due to misuse and abuse, by a small but persistent portion of the public. Unfortunately, as is usually the case, we must take action to address this small percent of the public that is abusing the process and thus has made the continued use of these clothing bins impossible. Many locations have become a dumping location for household items and garbage. The Donation Bins are for gently used clothing as stated on each bin.

The Salvation Army’s main concern is for public and personnel safety. Many of these locations have become unsafe and unsanitary due to the high volumes of garbage being left. Residents can continue to drop off gently used items and clothing to The Salvation Army Thrift Stores in Mississauga and Toronto. For location information and hours of operation visit www.tstores.ca.

The Salvation Army National Recycling Operations exists to generate funds to support Salvation Army programs. We efficiently and ethically recycle and sell donated clothing and other goods in a way which exceeds the expectations of our customers, while providing an environment which is beneficial to the development and well-being of our staff and volunteers.

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 117 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.

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