Community projects

Our cause

Every year, the new Garnet Key cohort chooses a community campaign to support throughout the entirety of the mandate. This year, we are proud to be partnering with the Quebec Cancer Foundation.

The Quebec Cancer foundation was founded in 1979 by oncology doctors seeking to better support cancer patients in Quebec. Their mission is to listen, inform, comfort, care, and provide support to individuals and families whose lives are disrupted by a cancer diagnosis.

 We are specifically focused on its Montreal accommodation centre, the Norman Fortier Lodge, which offers affordable, welcoming lodging for individuals undergoing cancer treatment and their loved ones. Located near major Montreal hospitals, the Norman Fortier Lodge helps reduce the financial, emotional, and logistical burden associated with repeated medical visits, especially for individuals travelling from outside the city. By providing a safe and supportive environment close to treatment centres, the Lodge allows patients to focus on their care and well-being during an especially vulnerable period.

Additional thanks

We would also like to thank the Concordia community for assisting us with this important initiative. Contact us to get involved!