Ontario's Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport was at Gilda's Club in Barrie to announce a $24,000 grant.
The money, which will be delivered over 12 months, will be used to replace the water heater, HVAC system control components and address flooding issues at the Club House Quarry Ridge Rd.
"Hard to look after people who are struggling with cancer when you're worried about water in the basement," said, Eleanor McMahon, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sport.
"It will help you continue to make a tremendous difference in the lives of the 2,000 people who benefit and are sustained by the vital support you provide here."
The province announced 203 capitol projects through the Ontario 150 Community Capitol Program.
Through the program, non-profit organizations, municipalities, First Nations, and Indigenous communities will receive support to renovate, repair and retrofit existing public spaces like parks and community centres.
The program is celebrating Canada's 150th anniversary.
The grant to Gilda's Club is one of four local projects in Barrie receiving support.
Kristen Dawson, CEO of Gilda's Club, expressed gratitude for the 'generous grant.'
"We are responsible entirely for raising our annual operating budget and I have to say that yes, the fear of leaking basements and wondering if you have hot water, wondering if you have a clubhouse that is safe and healthy for those living with the impact of a cancer diagnosis, is not something that doesn't keep me awake at night."
MPP Ann Hoggarth spoke of the critical role Gilda's Club plays in the community and for cancer patients to know they are not alone.
"I can tell you as a cancer survivor the fight against cancer can be a long and tough fight. It can be lonely. It can be so very lonely both for the person fighting cancer and their loved ones who often feel helpless," Hoggarth said.
"When I had cancer seventeen years ago I could only dream of the support Gilda's Club provides here in Barrie."
