• Ride for Cancer participant rides through and finish line and pumps his fist

    Events & Lottery

    Bringing people together to make an impact.

We are proud to host some of the most successful fundraising events in Atlantic Canada and take pride in bringing communities together to make an impact on health care in our region.  

Signature Events
Memorable experiences, tangible impact
We create special experiences through our Lottery and events. Not only are these initiatives incredible to be part of for us and our community of donors, they raise significant funds for advancements in health care for Atlantic Canadians.
A Ride for Cancer participant hugs his son at the finish line
Ride for Cancer 2018 participant at the finish line.
QEII Home Lottery
Our Lotteries have raised over $60 million since 2003
The QEII Home Lottery is delivered twice a year, in the spring and fall. Due to the generosity of thousands of Nova Scotians, countless QEII patients will benefit for years to come, and hundreds of participants will walk away a winner each year.
Bill Bean presents a cheque to the QEII Home Lottery winners
Former QEII Foundation CEO, Bill Bean congratulates QEII Home Lottery winners.
Community fundraisers
Better Together
Community fundraisers are organized and managed by volunteer groups, organizations and individuals who are passionate about supporting care at the QEII.
Debbie Boyd congratulates JBCHC participant on the ice
Community champion, Debbie Boyd and Jordan Boyd Celebrity Hockey Challenge participant.