Our Philosophy

The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation is a non-profit, charitable organization established to ensure quality health care for all Cape Bretoners. We raise funds for state-of-the-art equipment and enhanced services at the Regional Hospital. Every dollar you give is used to improve health care for the patients of the Regional Hospital

Since 1991, the Foundation, thanks to the generosity of our community, has raised more than $15 million to purchase medical equipment that has dramatically reduced wait times and provided an increased menu of services – closer to home.

Mission: To help Cape Bretoners live full and healthy lives.

Purpose: Instill a spirit of giving and link the generosity of donors with the health care needs of Cape Bretoners.

Core Values:

Integrity – We practice care in the stewardship of the resources entrusted to us. We are honest in word and action.

Excellence – We are focused on achieving the highest standards of operational excellence.

Compassion – We believe in and nurture the value of every member of our community.

Commitment – We are united in our dedication to achieving the Foundation’s mission and vision.

Collaboration – We believe that we must work with other groups and individuals to fully realize our potential.

Our History

The Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation has a strong history of financial support from our community.

In 1990, the Foundation launched a $6 million fundraising drive to raise $3 million for construction of the Regional Hospital and $3 million for a cancer treatment centre so that the residents of Cape Breton did not have to travel to Halifax for treatment.

Since then, the community has continued to generously support the Foundation. Together, we have raised more than $15 million for equipment enhancements at the Regional Hospital.

The results are unequivocal: Dramatically reduced wait times and an increased array of important services – closer to home.

We are so grateful for each and every gift. Whether they are from corporations, artists, schools, community groups, sports teams, or individuals, each gift makes a big difference. Because you care, lives are forever changed.