The six-year NHL veteran also visited the
Canadian Cancer Society's Jacques-Cantin Lodge
this past fall. The Lodge offers housing and support to people coming to Montreal to receive cancer treatment.
"When we're away from the rink, we have an opportunity to do a lot more and impact a lot more people than we would just playing the game," explained Gallagher, following the visit. "This is just a small example of that. It's easy for me to do, put smiles on people's faces. It put a lot of smiles on my face and I just enjoyed the day."
Gallagher is actively involved in the fight against cancer in memory of his late grandfather, Matt, who passed away from prostate cancer in October 2010.
With that in mind, Gallagher is an annual participant in the Movember campaign, and personally donated $4,000 to the cause last November - $500 for each of the Canadiens' eight victories.