Atalanta Hospice Society - Fundy Hospice

03/31/2025

In early February 2025, we sent a letter to Minister Michelle Thompson seeking a firm commitment from the Ministry of Health and Wellness regarding the proposed partnership between the MacLeod Group and the Atalanta Hospice Society (AHS). This initiative aims to establish an integrated long-term care facility with a dedicated hospice wing in Cornwallis Park.

This project holds immense economic and social potential for the region, particularly in revitalizing the Annapolis Basin Conference Centre (ABCC). The ABCC could provide accommodations for families and friends visiting patients in both the long-term care facility and hospice, fostering a stronger support network. With a formal commitment and a clear construction timeline within the next one to two years, AHS would be well-positioned to secure substantial private-sector funding, making the project a compelling investment for local businesses.

Since its founding in 2017, AHS has worked diligently to advance this initiative, yet progress has been hindered by a lack of clear commitment and direction from the Government of Nova Scotia. To clarify, AHS is not requesting funding for the hospice wing’s construction but rather seeking formal endorsement and approval to proceed with its development in Cornwallis Park.

Unfortunately, the response from the Seniors and Long-Term Care (SLTC) department did not fully address our concerns. The SLTC reaffirmed its commitment to renovating and building 5,700 new single-bed rooms, including the replacement of the Annapolis Royal Nursing Home, with work anticipated to begin in 2026. However, the SLTC was unable to guarantee support for the Cornwallis Park development, stating that the service provider (MacLeod Group) must conduct a successful technical evaluation of prospective sites and provide justification for their preferred location to the Department for formal review and approval prior to proceeding.

Despite this, we remain optimistic and will continue to pursue the AHS initiative with a "wait and see" approach. All funds raised to date remain secure in the AHS account, and we will continue accepting donations to strengthen our capital fund.

Thank you all for your ongoing interest and support. We remain hopeful that this initiative will come to fruition in the near future.

03/20/2025

10/17/2024

Online Art Auction Beginning Today Until October 26th! Click on the following link:
www.facebook.com/FundyHospiceArtAuction

08/11/2024

You never know what will happen at Digby Scallop Days but it appears that pirates have captured the knights, who were running the Hurling for Fundy Hospice Fundraiser!!!

08/11/2024

A reminder that we (Order of Saint Lazarus) will be holding a fundraising event on behalf of the Atalanta Hospice Society - Fundy Hospice with a "Hurling for Hospice" during the Scallop Days Festival, beginning Friday (tomorrow) through to Sunday, 11:00am - 4:00pm daily.
Come out and try out our medieval trebuchet and hurl projectiles into the Annapolis Basin for a good cause.

07/14/2024

If you missed the recent concert by Kelli Trottier and are still interested in making a donation to Fundy Hospice, please see the attached photo of the various ways to donate. Thank You💚💛💙

07/11/2024

Kelli Trottier was a huge hit this evening at a special benefit concert for Fundy Hospice, hosted by Ellie MacKlin in Annapolis Royal. Kelli, accompanied by her husband Don, filled the room with toe tapping music, Scottish reels and favorite songalongs. Check out her music on You Tube or see her at the Lunenburg Folk Festival. 🎶 ❤️

06/22/2024

A HUGE Thank You to Ellie Macklin who continues the work of supporting musicians & community groups, which she & the later Jerry Akerman began years ago. Save the Date of Thursday, July 11th to see musician, teacher, fiddler & step dancer Kelli Trottier in Annapolis Royal. Check out Kelli's page! All proceeds for the evening will go to Fundy Hospice.💛

04/28/2024

A very successful Hearts For Hospice Fundraising Gala held at Digby Pines Resort last evening.

04/27/2024

Thank you to Graves Freshmart in Bridgetown for their generous donations of a gorgeous fruit basket and $100 Gift Card for the "Hearts for Hospice Gala/Auction," being held tonight at the Digby Pines. We so appreciate the support of our local community as we fundraise to provide hospice care for the 40,000 citizens of Annapolis & Digby Counties. 💚💛💚