Canadian Staff Songsters of The Salvation Army

09/18/2026

CSS Personnel Update

The Canadian Staff Songsters are excited to share the news of the appointment of Rachel Ewing as deputy songster leader. Rachel attends North Toronto Community Church where she is the bandmaster and corps pianist. She works in the Music and Arts Ministries Department at THQ as the music editor and event coordinator. Rachel is a talented musician who is a composer, arranger, conductor and pianist. She holds degrees in Music Education from Western University and a Masters in Collaborative Piano Performance from the University of Toronto. Rachel has a beautiful heart for God and expresses this through her life and music.

09/17/2026

The Canadian Staff Songsters joined together on September 16 for their first rehearsal of the 2026/2027 season. It was great to meet together again after a full summer of rest. It was also exciting to welcome the new Executive Officer of the CSS, Major Dr. Corinne Cameron, officially to the group. Her spiritual wisdom and servant heart are already so appreciated within the group.

The songsters are preparing for the upcoming welcome service for the cadets this Sunday, as well as a ministry weekend in Huntsville, and their 10th anniversary concert. The group is looking forward to a new season that will be spent sharing God’s love and proclaiming the gospel wherever they go.

Music and Arts Ministries - Canada and Bermuda, Salvationist Magazine

09/03/2026

11 members of the Canadian Staff Songsters are at Territorial Music School this week as either students or faculty. We are blessed to live in a territory that pours into its young adult population in this way. Please be in prayer for these individuals, as well as the camp as a whole, for the remainder of their week together!

08/30/2026

5 members of the Canadian Staff Songsters were blessed to be on faculty at Ontario’s Senior Music Camp last week. Encouraging young people in their musical gifts and discipling them in their faith is something our members deeply believe in. The ministry of camp will always be life-changing!

The Salvation Army Ontario Division
Music and Arts Ministries - Canada and Bermuda

06/08/2026

We had a fantastic weekend worshipping in Listowel! We were able to come together and celebrate 140 years of The Salvation Army in the community of Listowel, and the CSS was excited to welcome over 40 singers from the corps and community for the massed choir on Saturday evening. The joy and gratitude was plentiful as young and old gathered to praise and give thanks to God for His faithfulness in this beautiful community.

05/20/2026

We are excited to learn that our latest album was recognized by the Canadian Christian Communictors Association and was awarded:

1st place—Original Album, CD, Book or Booklet Cover
Canadian Staff Songsters - HIS LIGHT IN US

Find the other Salvation Army winners at the link below.

🎧 Stream His Light in Us wherever you listen to music!

Canadian Christian Communicators Association recognizes Army publications and digital/other media.

05/08/2026

CSS AUDITION POSTING: MAY 8TH, 2026
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The CSS is officially looking to fill positions for ALL VOICE PARTS ahead of the 2026/2027 season. Those interested are invited to fill out this form: https://forms.gle/rLkfQwvTSTxexXUP6

We are asking all interested individuals to fill out this application by Friday, May 22nd (by 11:59 pm). After May 22nd, those who are considered for auditions will be contacted to set up an audition date to take place before the end of this season and discuss further requirements.

We understand that the decision to complete this form is a serious one that will require intentional prayer and consideration. We ask that those interested spend time in prayerful reflection as they consider putting forth their time and talents for this unique ministry. If there are any questions regarding this process, please do not hesitate to reach out by sending us a message through social media (Facebook or Instagram) or by speaking to any CSS local directly.

05/04/2026

04/30/2026

We are excited to take part in the conclusion of the Jesus Our Compass tour, with General Lyndon Buckingham and Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham. If you are unable to join in person on May 2, the livestream link is included below.

The Jesus Our Compass tour, with General Lyndon Buckingham and Commissioner Bronwyn Buckingham, concludes this weekend with two services in the Greater Toronto Area. We encourage all Salvationists to be there in person — space is still available! If you're not able to attend in person, join us by live stream on YouTube:

Saturday, May 2 at 7 p.m. - Program and Reception (*also broadcast live on Facebook)

Sunday, May 3 at 10:30 a.m. - United Worship Service

Live streams available here: https://www.youtube.com//streams

Full tour details here: https://salvationist.ca/jesusourcompass/

04/03/2026

For my life He bled and died
Christ will hold me fast
Justice has been satisfied
He will hold me fast

Raised with Him to endless life
He will hold me fast
‘Til our faith is turned to sight
When He comes at last!

CSS Songster Leader Cathie Koehnen conducts the International Staff Songsters and Canadian Staff Songsters at Yorkminster Citadel at the end of the ISS's Son...