More than 200 delegates from across Canada met in Calgary to participate in Mobilize, the first Canadian emergency disaster services training conference. Delegates prepared for many facets of active humanitarian service in crisis situations.

Among the speakers were Major Cedric Hills, international emergency services director, IHQ, who gave delegates a glimpse of the ongoing ministry of the Army in Peru, Kenya and India. Major David Dalberg, divisional disaster services director, Metropolitan Division, U.S.A. Central Territory, also shared his experiences as co-ordinator of Salvation Army response actions after the 9-11 terrorist attacks in New York City.

Mobilize was an opportunity for workers and volunteers to meet and exchange stories and ideas to further the ministry of emergency disaster services across the territory. More volunteers are still needed. If you would like to become involved, contact your nearest ministry unit for more information.