Many of our centres are open Dec 24, 31 & Jan 1 -because blood products are perishable & need to be collected consistently. Platelets have a shelf life of 7 days & are commonly used in treatment for cancer patients. #DonateJoy this holiday season. Book at ow.ly/Pc8j50Qlqa6

We sure think every member of #CanadasLifeline is on the nice list! 💗 #DonateSmiles to patients in need this holiday season by donating blood or plasma. Book an appointment now at ow.ly/a8cw50Ql4nU

Not long ago, Dr. Govender received his 100th blood transfusion since being diagnosed. This year donate hope. Book an appointment to give blood or plasma: myaccount.blood.ca 5/5

Ever wonder how stem cell donors and patients get matched? 🤔 It comes down to their human leukocyte antigen (HLA) type. These complex proteins play a key role in the immune response. 👉 If you’re age 17 to 35, join the stem cell registry at ow.ly/n6uv50QmmyY

“I donate for those in need.” “Selfless” is the best description of these donors. Students and alumni from Western University donated at a recent blood drive event, and they brought that Mustang energy to the room! 🐎 💨 Book your appointment today at ow.ly/Ib5h50Qzo8f

Let’s register to donate stem cells together, starting with receiving the swab kit in the mail! The whole process only takes a few minutes, and you could be the lifesaving match for a patient in need. You can receive your free swab kit in the mail at ow.ly/yWPt50QzohY

“I still love you even with one kidney”, reads Scott’s wife’s cookie on Valentine's Day. Just over a month after he donated a kidney to a stranger, Scott was cleared to donate blood again and made his 139th donation. Learn more: ow.ly/ImLl50QAMYs

There are more than 1,000 people in Canada awaiting a stem cell transplant – and their best hope of a matching donor is likely to be a person of the same or similar ethnic background. Read more here: ow.ly/QyBo50QGQyX

Shoutout to all of the college and university students (and volunteers) who made all the difference by participating in our Swab At School event across the country! 🌟 Are you looking to make all the difference? Get your free stem cell swab kit at: ow.ly/PJv350QJSWC

I wonder how many trekkies are donors ⁦ Canadian Blood Services ⁩ ?🤣 be a lifeline than spans space.

Ethnic diversity is critical in supplies of blood, stem cells & organs/tissues. Some may require specially matched blood products that often come from donors of similar ethnic background/ancestry. Listen to Donnovan Bennett Going Deep podcast & learn more: ow.ly/796850Rp972

We’re open over the long weekend, because the need for blood products does not take a holiday. There are patients across the country counting on donors to fill every open appointment. Book now at ow.ly/aKjV50RFU84

Carey Price is the ultimate pro. Please listen to this important message on how you can help Alexa who is battling blood cancer. If you are between the age of 17-35 and have an indigenous background please join Canadian Blood Services stem cell registry at blood.ca/stemcells .

“I reminded myself if this was my family or friends I would want someone to do this for them.” - Kaine, stem cell donor. If you are 17-35, you can bring hope to the nearly 1000 patients in Canada waiting for their stem cell match. Read more: ow.ly/jJb750RUsxM

Every year, hundreds of patients in Canada—and even more worldwide—wait for a life-saving blood stem cell transplant. Register now at ow.ly/pWVc50Snz16

The demand for blood and blood products is rising. We’re asking you to donate blood or plasma this summer and make all the difference for patients living in Canada. Book your appointment to donate today at ow.ly/QPL850Srkic

While many of us might be busy enjoying the long weekend, there are patients counting on donors for the lifesaving treatments they need. Will you take an hour out of the long weekend to donate? Many same day appointments are available. Book now at ow.ly/ThhL50SrERY

Canadian Blood Services is excited to welcome the Canadian Transplant Games to Ottawa August 3–9, 2024, as an official sponsor of this event. Read more about who’s competing here: ow.ly/fJIZ50SI7gt

Ethan was diagnosed with leukemia in 2022, one week before his 15th birthday. After going into remission in 2023, the cancer has returned. Ethan’s only hope is a stem cell transplant. You might be the lifesaving match Ethan is waiting for. Register now at ow.ly/uPpk50SQjBv

Alex is a brave 10-year-old battling the most severe form of Aplastic Anemia. His only hope for a cure is a stem cell transplant - Alex is half Hispanic and half white, and finding a match is more difficult for patients of mixed ethnicity. Register at ow.ly/pc5S50SQ2VG