Lodge That Gives receives funding aimed at reducing emissions and providing comfort

A new, more comfortable place to stay for Nova Scotians undergoing cancer treatment will soon be available, with upgrades to the Canadian Cancer Society’s Lodge That Gives announced on July 10. This lodge provides a temporary place to stay for families and patients while treatment is underway. Thanks to a $346,920 donation for the society [...]

Lodge That Gives receives funding aimed at reducing emissions and providing comfort Posted Jul 12, 2026 11:28:45 AM. Last Updated Jul 12, 2026 11:28:50 AM.

A new, more comfortable place to stay for Nova Scotians undergoing cancer treatment will soon be available, with upgrades to the Canadian Cancer Society’s Lodge That Gives announced on July 10. This lodge provides a temporary place to stay for families and patients while treatment is underway. Thanks to a $346,920 donation for the society from the Sustainable Communities Challenge Fund, a new low-carbon, sustainable and efficient cooling and heating system will be installed.

“Like so many Nova Scotians, my family has been impacted by cancer, and I know how important it is to have a place that is safe, comfortable and supportive during such a difficult time,” said Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Timothy Halman, who announced the funding. “The Lodge That Gives offers comfort when people need it most. By helping upgrade this facility, we’re making sure patients and their families can focus on healing while also reducing emissions and building a healthier future for our province.”

The new system will improve energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save the society an estimated 35 per cent – upwards of $30,000 each year – on its energy bills. The Lodge That Gives has 32 rooms and operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It also provides accommodation, meals and wig and breast prosthesis services for thousands of cancer patients and their family members.

“For more than 35 years, the Lodge That Gives has been a home away from home for people with cancer and their loved ones, offering comfort, care and community when they need it most. By improving the energy efficiency of the lodge, this investment helps ensure that more donor dollars can be dedicated to research breakthroughs, patient support and driving collective action to save and improve lives” said Andrea Seale, CEO, Canadian Cancer Society in a release.