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CellaVision is Funded!
Thanks to the generosity of 1,015 donors in our community, more than $220,000 has been raised, meaning CellaVision has been fully funded for the Cape Breton Regional Hospital! Thank you! To our donors: please know that your impact on healthcare here in Cape Breton is literally transformative, as CellaVision will be brand new - the first of...


CBRHF Hosts Annual General Meeting, Virtually

  This past year certainly has been unprecedented, but thanks to the kindness and generosity of our donors, we have a lot to celebrate! Join our Foundation for our Annual General Meeting (AGM) as we discuss the highlights of 2020. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and ensuring that we follow public health guidelines, our AGM...


RadioDay in Support of Cancer Care in Cape Breton Raises $753,772
SYDNEY, N.S – RadioDay 2020 had a different look and feel this year and the results spoke for themselves. More than $753,772 was raised to support cancer care and other areas of care in Cape Breton today at RadioDay 2020 hosted at Centre 200.  Patients battling cancer and those who are now survivors, were accompanied by donors, family...


Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation Appoints New CEO
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 9, 2020 Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation Appoints New CEO Sydney, N.S – In conjunction with Executive Search Committee, Royer Thompson, and following a rigorous process, the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation are pleased to announce the unanimous appointment of its new CEO.

A New Cancer Treatment Option, Completely Donor Funded, Is Now Available at the Cape Breton Cancer Centre
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 6, 2020
Sydney, N.S – Cancer patients, who have never met Brenda McCarthy, have a lot to thank her for. Her dream, now fulfilled, is changing lives. Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT), a treatment recommended for some cancers is now available at the Cape Breton Cancer Centre (CBCC)...


2020 Rotary’s RibFest Cape Breton Postponed
CAPE BRETON, N.S - This summer’s Rotary Ribfest, originally scheduled for July 21-23rd in Open Hearth Park will not be held this year. In light of the current COVIN-19 crises, the decision has been made to pull in the event in the interest of public health and safety. Already well into the planning stages, the Rotary Ribfest planning...


NuStar Energy Presents $110,000 Cheque for Cancer Patient Care Fund and Caleb’s Courage
CAPE BRETON, N.S – Nustar Energy, located in Point Tupper, Nova Scotia, presented a cheque Friday for $110,000 to support children with critical illness and cancer patients in Cape Breton. For a third year in a row NuStar Energy has raised money for Caleb’s Courage and the Cape Breton Cancer Patient Care Fund through the Fairways to...


Sobeys Nova Scotia Quarter Century Alumni Present $10,300 Cheque for Cape Breton’s new Cancer Centre
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 15th, 2020
Media Release
Sobeys Nova Scotia Quarter Century Alumni Present $10,300 Cheque for Cape Breton’s new Cancer Centre
CAPE BRETON, N.S – A group of retired Sobeys and Foodland employees from Nova Scotia made a $10,300 donation to help build Cape Breton’s new...


Cape Breton Celebrates Upcoming New Cancer Centre With Toronto Business Leaders
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 21, 2019 Media Release                                                              Cape Breton Celebrates Upcoming New Cancer Centre With Toronto...


A Thoughtful Gift In Honour Of William
When William Mullowney passed away, his family wanted to do something special for the Palliative Care Unit in his honour.   After his wife, Mary and her daughter Cherie reached out to us, the palliative care manager - Michelle Murphy, knew exactly what the unit needed.   In honour of William, his family and friends...


Blog Post #3 – Why it’s Important for Young People to Give Back – and How
After spending the past four months completing my Co-Operative Education placement with the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation, I have gained a deeper understanding of just how important this Foundation is in the lives of so many Cape Bretoners. Having the opportunity to see what goes on behind closed doors has opened my eyes to the many...


Madlyn's BLOG POST #2: Cancer Patient Care Fund
In 2017, an average of 5 people were diagnosed with cancer every day at the Cape Breton Cancer Centre. These people are our family, friends, and loved ones. Cancer touches everyone at some point in their lives, and that is why it is so important to give back. What many people don’t know about the Cancer Patient Care Fund is just how...


Sandra Schmirler Foundation makes $20,000 Donation to Cape Breton NICU
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 18, 2019
Media Release

SYDNEY, N.S – On Saturday, February 16th, representatives from the Sandra Schmirler Foundation, including Sandra’s daughters, mother, sister and aunt, visited the Cape Breton Regional Hospital’s Neo-Natal Intensive Care Unit to present a cheque for...


Madlyn's BLOG POST #1: What the Regional Hospital Foundation can mean to a family…
Hi. My name is Madlyn O’Brien, and at six years old, I lost my father to cancer. Being young and in school, I stayed with my grandparents while my mom and dad travelled back and forth to Halifax for his treatments. Unfortunately, on one of these trips, my father, Gerard O’Brien, passed away suddenly while receiving treatments....


Massaging Backs to Give Back – Local Massage Therapist Donating For Cardiac Care
Sydney, N.S – A local massage therapist is donating five dollars from every session in the month of February to the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation for cardiac care.  Megan Shepard, RMT has moved to a new location and had to slightly increase her rate, so she decided she wanted to pay it forward. “I had to increase my...


Building A Foundation: A new Horizon for Health Care in Cape Breton
  Cape Breton has invested a lot in healthcare over the past thirty years. In fact more than $50,000,000 has been donated by our community in the pursuit of excellence in healthcare, at home. Not only have we invested financially, but we’ve invested our heart and soul into what’s best for Cape Breton. With the most recent...


Building A Foundation: A new Horizon for Health Care in Cape Breton
Cape Breton has invested a lot in healthcare over the past thirty years. In fact more than $50,000,000 has been donated by our community in the pursuit of excellence in healthcare, at home. Not only have we invested financially, but we’ve invested our heart and soul into what’s best for Cape Breton. With the most recent announcement by...


Fifth Annual Because You Care Cup Raises $70,122.40 for Cancer Research in Cape Breton
    MEMBERTOU, N.S – For the second year in a row, Hattie Heroes has won the Because You Care Cup and Sam Gracie has been named the top fundraiser once again. This year, the team of young boys, all under twelve years old, has raised $13,858.60 to help fund important cancer research in Cape Breton. More than $70,120 was...


Screaming Eagles to Host Exhibition Street Hockey Game During Because You Care Cup
  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 13, 2018 Media Advisory Screaming Eagles to Host Exhibition Street Hockey Game During Because You Care Cup MEMBERTOU, N.S – On Saturday, September 15 the Cape Breton Screaming Eagles will be favoring the pavement over the ice. The Quebec Junior Major Hockey League team will take to the...


I’m Lovin’ It - McHappy Day to Support Pediatrics TLC Fund for Cape Breton Regional Hospital
  CAPE BRETON, N.S – McDonald’s restaurants in Cape Breton have raised a staggering $142,000 for the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation through McHappy Day to date and this year is expected to be the biggest year yet. Funds raised this year will be in support of the Pediatrics TLC Fund, a fund that supports children...


Tickets Now Available for First Cancer Patient Care Fund Benefit Concert Since Flood
  CAPE BRETON, N.S – After a two-year hiatus, the Cancer Patient Care Fund Benefit Concert is back to support Cape Bretoners at their time of greatest need. A concert featuring some true East Coast talent will be taking place in support of cancer patients in Cape Breton. In 2016, this concert was cancelled due to the Thanksgiving...


Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation Provides $30,000 in Funding for Annual Comfort and Care Grant Program
  Sydney, N.S. – With more than $256,000 in grant requests, the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation continues to support patients and staff at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital through the Comfort and Care Grant Program. This year’s grant program consisted of $30,000 in funding, dedicated to areas that will enhance...


Cape Breton Physicians & Dentists Raise more than $517,000 through “Doctor’s Care” Campaign
  A group of physicians and dentists got together for a special celebration this morning. They were celebrating more than half a million dollars raised for healthcare in Cape Breton. For the first time in more than twenty years, doctors and dentists in Cape Breton came together, through a fundraising campaign, to support local hospitals...


NHL and QMJHL Players and Alum Playing for a Cause
With six teams and more than eighty players involved, MacDonald Auto Group’s Because You Care Cup Draft Hockey Tournament is ready to get underway August 3- 5, 2018 at the Membertou Sports and Wellness Centre. With every team including at least one Quebec Junior Major Hockey League player and even a former NHL local legend, Shaun Van...


NuStar Energy Raises $115,000 for Cancer Patient Care Fund and Caleb’s Courage
With golfers from all over North America in Dundee on Friday, a big impact was made across all of Cape Breton. On Friday, the NuStar Energy Fairways to Success Golf Tournament raised $115,000 to support the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation’s Cancer Patient Care Fund and the Caleb’s Courage. "We were thrilled to be...


NuStar Energy Raises $115,000 for Cancer Patient Care Fund and Caleb’s Courage
With golfers from all over North America in Dundee on Friday, a big impact was made across all of Cape Breton. On Friday, the NuStar Energy Fairways to Success Golf Tournament raised $115,000 to support the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation’s Cancer Patient Care Fund and the Caleb’s Courage. "We were thrilled to be...


Give on the Green Because You Care Scramble
More than 140 golfers will be hitting the greens because they care on August 19th at Seaview Golf and Country Club for the first annual Give on the Green Because You Care Scramble. Eleven year old Sam Gracie, last year’s Because You Care Cup winner and son of cancer survivor Tanya Gracie, has organized a golf tournament to raise funds for...


2017 Report to Donors
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Meet Brad - CEO
Meet Brad​. Brad Jacobs is our CEO and head honcho here at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation. Brad’s resume is filled with philanthropy and charity work and his experience in the fundraising world is like none other. Brad’s passion for strengthening healthcare is only matched by his love for sports. Having worked...


Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation to Celebrate 12th Annual Irish Jersey Raffle March 17, 2018
Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation to Celebrate 12th Annual Irish Jersey Raffle March 17, 2018 SYDNEY, N.S – This Saturday, March 17th marks the twelfth annual Cape Breton Screaming Eagles’ Irish Jersey Raffle, in support of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation. The Cape Breton Screaming Eagles will host the Saint...


Mark Inglis - Communications Officer
Meet Mark. Mark Inglis is no longer ‘the new guy’. Although he still claims to be new, Communications Officer Mark has been with the Foundation for over a year now. Having left Halifax in January of 2017, he planned to move home and hope to find a suitable job in his field. To his delight and surprise, his ‘dream...


Rick McCarthy – Manager of Annual Giving
Meet Rick.   Rick McCarthy, AKA Ponyboy is no longer the newest team member. Having joined us in November, he’s quickly become an integral part of the leadership team at the Foundation. As the Manager of Annual Giving, Rick oversees many of the amazing relationships with donors and groups who organize fundraising events. Why...


Meet Jennifer - Donor Services Administrator
Meet Jennifer. Jennifer MacDonald has been a part of the Foundation team for over 7 years and she is the embodiment of kind. If it involves hunting, fishing or dressing up/decorating, expect to see our Donor Services Administrator, Jen. You know that bright and cheery smile you hope to see when you walk through the doors of a charity?...


Meet Sheri - Database Manager
Meet Sheri. Sheri Fortune is our longest serving staff member, with the Foundation for over 9 years. Fortune is her name, but it’s also how we feel having a database wizard in our office. Sheri’s work is an essential cog in the Foundation machine. With so many incredible donors we want to keep all of our information straight....


We All Have Reasons to Love The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation Celebrates Valentine’s Day by Saying Thank You
SYDNEY, N.S – The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation is spreading the love to Cape Breton Regional Hospital staff and healthcare donors this upcoming Valentine’s Day.   The “We All Have Reasons to Love” campaign will kick off on Wednesday February 14, 2018, and will include a three day...


Meet Carolyn - financial officer
  Over the next few weeks, we’ll be introducing you to the team at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation, this week we’d like you to meet our Financial Officer, Carolyn.    Carolyn Aker is not only our financial officer, she’s also the team member who puts a smile on our faces, even on a rainy...


Meet Cheryl - Development Officer
Meet Cheryl. Cheryl Marsh is the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation’s newest team member. As our Development Officer, Cheryl will be contributing, with the Foundation team on all fundraising programs and initiatives. Cheryl will be developing important and long-lasting relationships with the amazing donors in Cape Breton....


Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation and Prostate Cancer Canada Atlantic partner for Annual Wake Up Call Breakfast
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sydney, N.S. –January 29th, 2018 – An expert with the world’s largest collection of toenails will be speaking in Sydney on February 14th. Although it may not seem like a loving topic for Valentine’s Day, the purpose is important. Dr. Adisesh and his team at Dalhousie University are using the...


Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation and Prostate Cancer Canada Atlantic partner for Annual Wake Up Call Breakfast
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sydney, N.S. –January 29th, 2018 – An expert with the world’s largest collection of toenails will be speaking in Sydney on February 14th. Although it may not seem like a loving topic for Valentine’s Day, the purpose is important. Dr. Adisesh and his team at Dalhousie University are using the...


We're Hiring - Development Officer
The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation is seeking a qualified professional to fill the role of Development Officer. The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation is an integral part of the health care community in our region, ensuring that critical equipment and services are available to residents of Cape Breton. As a registered charity,...


We're Hiring - Development Officer
The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation is seeking a qualified professional to fill the role of Development Officer. The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation is an integral part of the health care community in our region, ensuring that critical equipment and services are available to residents of Cape Breton. As a registered charity,...


Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation to Celebrate National Philanthropy Day by Saying Thank You
SYDNEY, N.S – On November 15th and 16th, the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation will say “thank you” to donors as part of the National Philanthropy Day initiative. Often, at this time of year, people receive calls from marketers looking to sell a product or ask for information. The Cape Breton Regional Hospital...


Record Breaking RadioDay in Support of Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation Raises $1,016,697.00
SYDNEY, N.S – October 5th, the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation, in partnership with 101.9 The Giant and New Country 103.5 broke records raising a staggering $1,016,697 for the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, an increase of 44 per cent over last year’s total. With the help of incredible donors and the support of an entire...


Cape Breton Screaming Eagles Host Pink at the Rink Event to Support Cancer Patient Care Fund
SYDNEY, N.S – Next week, on October 28th, the Cape Breton Screaming Eagles will face off against the Halifax Mooseheads to support cancer care in Cape Breton. The "Pink at the Rink" game will see the Cape Breton Screaming Eagles wearing pink hockey jerseys to give back to the Cape Breton Cancer Patient Care Fund through a jersey...


NuStar Energy Raises $115,000 for Cancer Patient Care Fund and Caleb’s Courage Legacy Fund
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 28th, 2017 Media Release NuStar Energy Raises $115,000 for Cancer Patient Care Fund and Caleb’s Courage Legacy Fund POINT TUPPER, N.S – Golf tournaments are always a fun way to raise funds, but rarely do they make this kind of a local impact. On Friday, the NuStar Energy Fairways to Success...


A Very Young Fundraiser is Making Some Real Change in Cape Breton
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 22nd, 2017 Media Release    SYDNEY, N.S – Neil Lund may only be thirteen months old, but he’s already fundraising for the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation. Neil is part of a new fundraising campaign and he’s helping make some real change in Cape Breton. The Sydney...


CEO Monthly Magazine Announces Brad Jacobs Winner of 2017 Best Regional Healthcare Fund CEO
  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 28th, 2017   Media Release   CEO Monthly Magazine Announces Brad Jacobs Winner of 2017 Best Regional Healthcare Fund CEO   SYDNEY, N.S –   Chief Executive Officers are the figureheads of a company, and while all employees have an important role to play in...


Community of Cheticamp Unites to hit Milestone of $200,000 for Cancer Patient Care Fund
    Community of Chéticamp Unites to Hit Milestone of $200,000 for Cancer Patient Care Fund The community of Chéticamp is in the midst of a milestone year. Since 2008 they’ve raised $185,000 for the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation’s Cancer Patient Care Fund and are excited about hitting a...


Students Provide Hope for Cancer Patients at Cape Breton Regional Hospital
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 28th, 2017   Media Release   George D. Lewis Students Provide Hope for Cancer Patients at Cape Breton Regional Hospital SYDNEY, N.S –  There are few times in the life of a cancer patient that are more emotional, exhausting and painful than during treatment, but thanks to a special...


The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation Provides over $61,000 in Funding through Comfort and Care Grant Program.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 26, 2017 Sydney, N.S. – The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation doubled its support of patients and staff at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital through the Comfort and Care Grant Program this year. This year’s grant program consisted of $30,000 of funding, dedicated to areas that will enhance...


Local Retailers Launch Healthcare Hero Program With a New Look
  SYDNEY, N.S – For the 4th year, the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation is partnering with retailers from across the Island in support of local healthcare needs. To date, 5 partners have signed on to participate in the Foundation’s Healthcare Hero retail program. From now until October, Healthcare Hero Badges will be...


School is Out, Grade is in, But Mental Health Project is Underway
SYDNEY, N.S –   They may have already received their grade, finished their academic year and started summer vacation, but this group of Bachelor of Arts in Community Studies students, from Cape Breton University, wants to finish what they started. Chelsea McClellan, Aaron Fudge and Kyla MacKinnon spent yesterday afternoon giving the...


A Few New Faces in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation Boardroom
SYDNEY, N.S –  The most recent board meeting at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation was unlike any other. With two new and exciting board members in the room, there was a lot of enthusiasm and many new ideas. Frank VanSchaayk and Mike Kelloway are the two newest members of the board of governors but they are far from new to...


THE ART OF MEDICINE SHOWS THE HEALING POWER OF THE ARTS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MAY 26, 2017 THE ART OF MEDICINE SHOWS THE HEALING POWER OF THE ARTS An event to showcase how the arts can be used to enhance patient care and well-being will be held next week. The Art of Medicine takes place on Monday, May 29 at St. Theresa’s Parish Centre in Sydney. It runs from 7-9 p.m. and is...


New Location for 4th Annual Because You Care Cup
SYDNEY, N.S – Cape Breton’s Largest Road Hockey Tournament is Adopting a New Home! Committee members, sponsors, and supporters of the Because You Care Cup gathered in Membertou on Tuesday morning for an exciting announcement. The 4th Annual Because You Care Cup, presented by title sponsor AuCoin Renovations and Advanced...


Because You Care Cup New Location Announcement
What:                Press conference to announce Because You Care Cup’s new location for 2017 tournament Who:                 Chief Terry Paul: Membertou...


Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation to Celebrate 11th Annual Irish Jersey Raffle March 15, 2017
SYDNEY, N.S – This Wednesday, March 15th marks the eleventh annual Cape Breton Screaming Eagles’ Irish Jersey Raffle in support of the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation. The Cape Breton Screaming Eagles will be sporting their custom designed green, Irish-themed jerseys, which are to be raffled off in support of the Cancer...


Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation Accredited by Imagine Canada Non-Profit Standard
SYDNEY, N.S – Last night, at the Annual General Meeting, The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation annnounced that it was one of two charities in Nova Scotia who received the Imagine Canada Standard accreditation this year. Imagine Canada Standards Program is an accreditation that sets out to build excellence within Canada’s...


Golf For Dads Buys Nova Scotia’s First Bladder Scanner for Cape Breton Regional Hospital
SYDNEY, N.S – Brian Purchase, owner of Schwartz Furniture, stopped by the Cape Breton Regional Hospital’s Cancer Centre to see the new bladder scanner that the Golf For Dads tournament purchased with its donation. With a donation of $20,000, the fundraiser was able to make the Cape Breton Regional Hospital the first in the...


Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation Annual General Meeting
We will be celebrating our Annual General Meeting on March 23rd at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Cafeteria. Join us to learn how your gifts to the Foundation have had a significant impact on healthcare in Cape Breton. When: March 23rd Where: CBRH Cafeteria When:...


We're Hiring: Seeking a Communications Officer at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation
The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation is seeking a qualified professional to fill the role of Communications Officer.  The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation is an integral part of the health care community in our region, ensuring that critical equipment and services are available to residents of Cape Breton. As a registered...


Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation to Celebrate National Philanthropy Month and “Giving Tuesday” by Saying Thank You
The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation will say “thank you” to donors as part of the Giving Tuesday and National Philanthropy month initiative at their annual "Thank-a-thon." As most people are familiar with the holiday shopping trends, “Black Friday” and “Cyber Monday,” Giving Tuesday was...


The Cape Breton Open Partners with the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation
August 2, 2016 BADDECK, N.S - The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation is pleased to be the charitable partner of the 2016 Cape Breton Open at Bell Bay Golf Club. The Cape Breton Open will take place from August 29- September 4, 2016. The PGA TOUR family, including the Mackenzie Tour - "PGA TOUR Canada has raised over $2.3...


Celebrating Summer: A Season of FUNdraising
Happy first day of summer, friends! Here at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation, we are gearing up for a summer filled with exciting fundraisers and planning for major events for the Fall. Let's take a quick look at how summer will look for our Foundation, and how you can help make it all happen... Cheers to the New With the...


Seeking Summer Student - Communications & Event Administrative Assistant

Communications and Event Administrative Assistant   The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation is seeking a student to fill the role of Communications and Event Assistant.   This is an eight week position starting July 5th, 2016. The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation is an integral part of the health...


Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation Celebrates Accelerating Cancer Care in Cape Breton
SYDNEY, N.S – Over the last year, the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation has been working in partnership with the provincial government to provide world-class cancer care for Cape Bretoners, with a goal to purchase a new linear accelerator for the Cape Breton Cancer Centre. The new linear accelerator’s price tag is $3.7...


Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation Celebrating Annual General Meeting
Media Advisory FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 29, 2016   Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation Celebrating Annual General Meeting SYDNEY, N.S – The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation is celebrating the successes of 2015 at their upcoming Annual General Meeting on March 31, 2016. The meeting will highlight the...


You're Invited! Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation AGM 2016
As loyal donors and friends of the Foundation, we invite you to join us for our Annual General Meeting. Learn more about how your gifts have impacted care on the island and at our hospital. Date: March 31, 2016 Location: Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation Cafeteria Time: 6...


Cape Breton's "Doctor's Care" Campaign
January 15, 2016 Media Advisory   Cape Breton Physicians Come Together to Support Healthcare through “Doctor’s Care” Campaign SYDNEY, N.S – For the first time in more than twenty years, doctors in Cape Breton are coming together to support local hospitals – working to strengthen healthcare for all...


NHL Hockey Legends Coming to Town
NHL Hockey Legends to Hit the Ice at Centre 200 in Support of Three Local Hospitals SYDNEY, N.S – On December 17, 2015, your favorite players from years gone by will hit the ice to support the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation, New Waterford Consolidated Hospital Charitable Foundation and Glace Bay General Hospital Charitable...


Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation Celebrates Partnership with Glace Bay General Hospital Charitable Foundation
    SYDNEY, N.S – The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation, along with the Glace Bay General Hospital Charitable Foundation, is pleased to announce a newly signed working relationship between the two entities. As healthcare needs in Cape Breton continue to grow, both organizations have expressed interest in...


Calling all Riders! Kicking off the 12th Annual Ride 4 the Cure
On September 11-12th, 2015 the 12th Annual Ride 4 the Cure motorcycle rally will take place through Cape Breton’s beautiful Cabot Trail. The Ride 4 the Cure organizing committee, made up of the Sydney Lions Club and local motorcycle groups are gearing up for Ride 2015. The Ride 4 the Cure, in support of the Cape Breton Cancer Centre and...


The Countdown to Radiothon Begins!
With the beginning of September comes the action packed, fun-filled month that we have all come to know and love. As of September 1st, Radiothon Day is only 23 days away! We have heard from many different community members and groups who have been working hard all year to raise funds for the Radiothon and we couldn't be more thankful. But...


Foundation Blog: A Walk Down Memory Lane
Every now and then I am reminded how lucky we are at the Foundation to be the beneficiary of those that have laid the track for healthcare in Cape Breton. As we celebrated Canada Health Day with the Donald Ferguson Community Health Leadership Award and the Dr. M.A. Naqvi Outstanding Healthcare Professional of the Year Award, I was reminded of...


Job Posting: Communications and Event Administrative Assistant (Summer Student)
Communications and Event Administrative Assistant The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation is seeking a student to fill the role of Communications and Event Assistant.  This is an eight week position starting July 6th, 2015. The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation is an integral part of the health care community in our region,...


The Mabel MacDougall Volunteer of the Year Award - 2015
Thursday, April 16, 2015. Sydney, N.S. – At the 2015 Volunteer Spring Tea at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation announced the recipient of the Mabel MacDougall Volunteer of the Year Award. The Mabel MacDougall Volunteer of the Year Award was created by the Cape Breton Regional Hospital...


Cancer Centre Fundraising Update
As many of you know, we have been fundraising for a life-saving piece of equipment in the Cape Breton Cancer Centre – a new Linear Accelerator. This machine delivers radiation therapy to more than 30 patients a day. Without it, patients would have to travel off-island for care. The government is funding 75% of the cost of this nearly $4...


Caring for Cancer - Meet Dr. Sandra Wajstaub
With International Women's Day approching, we want to introduce you to an inspiring woman working hard to care for patients in the Cape Breton Cancer Centre, Dr. Sandra Wajstaub. Here is her story: Auburn hair falls over the shoulders of Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Sandra Wajstaub as she sits at her desk in the Cape Breton Cancer Centre. A...


You're Invited to the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation's AGM
Join us on Thursday March 26, 2015 to celebrate our Annual General Meeting. In 2014, we were able to accomplish some exciting projects and strengthen healthcare for Cape Bretoners. We hope you will come and learn about our upcoming projects and the significant needs that still exist at the Regional Hospital. When: Thursday March 26,...


Some Programs with Mental Health & Addiction Services Moving to New Locations
CAPE BRETON DISTRICT HEALTH AUTHORITY   For immediate release: Jan.  23, 2015   Some Programs with Mental Health & Addiction Services Moving to New Locations Some Sydney-based programs in Mental Health and Addiction Services will soon be trading spaces. During the week of Feb. 2-6, Child and Adolescent...


Welcome Rochelle!
We are so pleased to welcome Rochelle Hatcher to our team! She is joining us as our new Community Fundraising Officer and will soon become a very familiar face in the community and at our Foundation events. Rochelle comes to us from the Northside General Hospital Foundation, where she was the Executive Director. In her new role, Rochelle will...


Celebrate Giving Tuesday with the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation
Imagine a world where everyone came together to support a charity in their community on one very special day. Well, that is what Giving Tuesday is all about. After shopping on Black Friday, and surfing the web on Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday is a chance for us to come together to kick off the giving spirit of the holidays. When you give to a...


Job Posting: Community Fundraising Officer
JOB TITLE:                            Community Fundraising Officer
DEPARTMENT:                  Cape Breton Regional...


Festival of the Greens 2014 Raises $93,600 for Cancer Care in Cape Breton
The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation Celebrates the 11th Annual Festival of the Greens SYDNEY, N.S – Holiday spirit filled the room at the 11th Annual Festival of the Greens Gala on Saturday November 15, 2014. With more than 400 guests in attendance the gala featured music, dancing, comedy, along with a live and silent auction....


The First Annual Because You Care Cup Scores for Healthcare in Cape Breton
The first annual Because You Care Cup was held September 20-21, 2014 in downtown Sydney. Charlotte Street shut down for two days to allow road hockey players from all across Cape Breton to score for the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. The inaugural event raised more than $45,000. One hundred percent of funds raised at the tournament will fund...


The 7th Annual Cape Breton Cares Radiothon Raises more than $586,000
Thursday September 25th was a beautiful day for Cape Breton. Cape Bretoners came together to celebrate the world-class care provided by the staff and services at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Because of the pride and everlasting generosity of the community, the Radiothon, in its 7th year raised more than $586,000. Funds raised will help...


Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation Celebrates Successes at AGM
SYDNEY, NS “ The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation (CBRHF) hosted their Annual General Meeting Thursday March 27, 2014 in the Regional Hospital Cafeteria. Seventeen year old Autumn MacDonald, Mental Health and Addictions patient shared her journey through mental health with a silent crowd. As she reflected on the dark memories of her...


Regional Hospital Foundation Seeks Nominations for Mabel MacDougall Volunteer of the Year Award
SYDNEY “ The Mabel MacDougall Volunteer of the Year Award, created by the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation, will recognize a volunteer in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital who demonstrates outstanding commitment to the programs, services and patients of the Regional Hospital. Mabel MacDougall was a founding member of the Cape Breton...


6th Annual Cape Breton Cares Radiothon Raises More than $607,000 for Regional Hospital
Thursday, September 26, 2013. Sydney, NS. – The 6th Annual Cape Breton Cares Radiothon, hosted by The Cape 94.9, CJCB 1270 and Max 98.3, the Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation has raised $607,823.00 which is  $36,000 over the previous year. The funds raised today will be used to purchase equipment and fund upgrades and...


CellaVision is Funded!
Thanks to the generosity of 1,015 donors in our community, more than $220,000 has been raised, meaning CellaVision has been fully funded for the Cape...


CBRHF Hosts Annual General Meeting, Virtually

  This past year certainly has been unprecedented, but thanks to the kindness and generosity of our donors, we have a lot to...