Canadian Blood Services

09/04/2025

🌈 And that's a wrap on the 2025 Pride season, folks!

We were so happy and grateful to participate in many Pride festivals this summer taking us from coast to coast!

Along the way, we met thousands of 2SLGBTQIA+ community members, newly eligible donors and proud allies, having great conversations about our updated screening criteria, our apology, and ways to join Canada’s Lifeline.

Canadian Blood Services continues to be steadfast in our commitments to foster 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion and we’re dedicated to ongoing work to strengthen trust and relationships with community.

To learn more about this important work, visit https://bit.ly/4mKmW4r.

09/03/2025

If you’re between 17-35, sign-up for the stem cell registry today at https://bit.ly/423vY4e.

If you’re already on the registry or donated before, drop a 🙋‍♂️ in the comments!

09/02/2025

The school year is just starting, but Alejandro is already teaching beyond the curriculum. As a stem cell donor, he loves to share his story with his class. Not to be praised, but to show by example who he is as a donor – someone who gives without expecting anything in return.

It’s in those moments with his students that Alejandro truly sees what he gets when he gives.

You can learn more about how you can join the stem cell registry by visiting https://bit.ly/47T2zxq.

09/01/2025

Roll up to the donor centre for good vibes and an after-school snack 🍪

Pro tip: a salty snack beforehand is recommended as it helps your body retain fluids while you donate.

Book your appointment at https://bit.ly/3Voba3H.

08/31/2025

It starts with one donation and grows into a legacy. Ken Groves from Calgary, AB, has now given blood 1,600 times. Wendy Parker, another fellow Calgarian, is close behind with 1,098 donations, making them some of the leading blood donors in the world! 😍💪

These aren’t just milestones, they’re moments that add up to something lasting.

Ready to feel what it’s like to start a legacy of your own? Whether it’s your first donation or you’re reaching a milestone of your own, it’s the perfect time to experience what you get when you give.

Book your first (or next!) appointment at https://bit.ly/45H1B63.

08/13/2025

So, what is tissue donation anyway? 🤔 It’s different from organ donation — and just as important. Our latest video breaks down what can be donated, who it helps, and how it works.

Learn more at https://bit.ly/45dnGZG.

08/10/2025

Did you know that AB donors are one of the rarest types? Only ~3 % of people in Canada are AB — yet their plasma can be given to all blood types. Liquid gold, folks🩸✨

Tag a friend that you’d love to donate with below 👇

08/03/2025

Coach Carey knows that being a donor isn’t all about giving something away to help someone else. The feeling of satisfaction you get when you contribute to something bigger than yourself—that part is for you.

Experience what you get when you give. Book your donation today at https://bit.ly/40MzUG9.

08/01/2025

It’s not red—it’s golden🩸✨

Plasma is a part of your blood that's used to help treat serious illnesses like cancer and immune deficiencies. When you donate plasma, you’re giving those in need a better chance at healing and recovery. It takes a little more time—but what you give (and get) is deeply human.

Book your appointment today at https://bit.ly/3JcQd8V.

07/27/2025

We brought the love to the Prairies! 🌈❤️

From Regina to Saskatoon to Winnipeg, we were thrilled to show up, stand proud, and celebrate with 2SLGBTQIA+ communities at Pride! A big thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hi and shared their stories 🎉🏳️‍🌈

Learn more about our commitments to 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and where else you can find us this Pride season at blood.ca/pride.

07/26/2025

CHEO’s leadership team stepped out of the halls of the children’s hospital and into the donor chair this month. Led by CHEO CEO Dr. Vera Etches, the CHEO Partners for Life contributed towards our goal of 1 million new donors! As leaders in pediatric healthcare, the CHEO team knows how important donors are to the children that they work with everyday – for some, it was their first time, for all, it was deeply rewarding. Thanks, CHEO!

07/23/2025

At the start of one life, you could save another! Donating cord blood is safe, simple, and doesn’t change your birth plan – including delayed cord clamping. Cord blood is collected from the placenta after birth, and if it’s not donated, it’s thrown away as medical waste.

When cord blood is collected and banked with the Canadian Blood Services Cord Blood Bank, it is available to anyone in Canada and around the world who may be looking for a lifesaving stem cell match.

Parents at select hospitals can choose to donate cord blood. Learn more at blood.ca/CordBlood.

03/20/2025

Thank you to the Memorial WBB players for donating recently and joining the . 🦅🩸

To keep pace with patient need across the country, we need 450 new donors to join every day this winter.

Join the or inspire someone in your life to join at the link in our bio.

📸:seahawksgiveblood

03/17/2025

This , we'd like to thank and congratulate Gary who made his 400th donation at the St. John's Donor Centre!

Inspired by Gary’s dedication? We’re calling on people across the country to be one of the 450 new donors needed every day this winter. Book an appointment today, tomorrow or in the coming weeks to help fuel Canada’s Lifeline.

Be one of the 450 today and help us get Canada’s blood pumping. Visit the link in our bio to learn more.

03/10/2025

Some Monday motivation from Mayor Craig Scott, from the Town of Torbay who recently donated at our St. John's donor centre.

"Another donation in the bag. Take the time to donate blood, the life you save could be someone you know."

We are grateful to the dedicated donors who continue to fuel Canada’s Lifeline. We’re calling on people across the country to be one of the 450 new donors needed every day this winter. Book an appointment today, tomorrow or in the coming weeks to help fuel Canada’s Lifeline.

📸: Craig Scott

02/25/2025

Let's beat the winter blahs and get Canada’s blood pumping!❄️

Last minute cancellations and missed appointments make it challenging to keep inventory of blood products at optimal levels.

Help people right here in your community by donating blood or plasma today, tomorrow or in the coming weeks.

02/08/2025

Thank you to Gander Collegiate and NL schools for joining the .

To keep pace with patient need across the country, we need 450 new donors to join every day this winter.

Join the or inspire someone in your life to join at the link in our bio.

Town of Gander Gander Collegiate

02/05/2025

If you're 17-35 years of age you could take 10 minutes today to help save someone's life by joining our stem cell registry.

Join us today at Memorial University Grenfell Campus 11:00-4:00 P.M. & 5:00-7:00 P.M.

Grenfell Campus, Memorial University

02/05/2025

We want to thank and recognize Ali who volunteers with us at our St. John's donor centre.

Ali started volunteering on January 11, 2022 and he recently celebrated is 400th hour of volunteer service with a group donation 🩸👏

Our volunteers truly make a difference everyday, thank you for your dedication to Canada's Lifeline Ali.

02/03/2025

02/02/2025

Check out this weeks swab events at select campuses, because someone like you could change everything for a patient in need ❤️

Monday, February 3rd:
Mount Allison University - Wallace McCain Student Centre: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
University of New Brunswick, Fredericton - WU Conference Building: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Tuesday, February 4th:
Dalhousie University - Student Union Building: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
St. Francis Xavier University - Mulroney Hall: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
University of New Brunswick, Fredericton - WU Conference Building: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Wednesday, February 5th:
Memorial University - Grenfell Campus, Arts & Science Building Atrium: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Friday, February 7th:
University of PEI - W.A. Murphy Centre: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Can’t make it to your nearest event? Join the stem cell registry online and a cheek swab kit will be mailed to your home for you to complete. It's easy!

You can learn more about our Swab at School event and join the stem cell registry by visiting https://ow.ly/ZhYK50UQxlw.


Memorial University, Newfoundland and Labrador

01/30/2025

This we want to give a big thanks to all the high schools that participated in our life bus during the fall.

We look forward to seeing more new donors from our high schools this winter. Join the 450 new blood and plasma donors needed each and every day this winter. Book your first (or next) donation appointment at the link in our bio.


NLSchools

01/29/2025

This we want to thank and welcome our newest partner Southwest Arm Lions Club who donated at the recent Clarenville, Newfoundland mobile blood drive.

This winter, we need 450 new donors to join every day. Book your appointment at the link in our bio.


Lions of Eastern Newfoundland - District N4

01/24/2025

Welcome back Wedgewood Insurance Limited 🤗

Sometimes life get's busy but we love to see groups and donors who haven't donated in awhile come back🩸

The demand for blood and plasma is rising, but there are not enough donors to keep up with the rising patient need. It’s time to get Canada’s blood pumping! Book an appointment today.

12/31/2024

Celebrating 2024! Thank you to everyone who made an impact this year! 📸👏

How will you make a difference in 2025? Visit blood.ca to learn about all the ways you can make a difference.

12/30/2024

Thank you to Mitch for making his holiday blood donation this season. Holiday donations are so important to ensure we have the blood products needed for patients all across Canada.

We are open December 31st and January 1st in Moncton, Fredericton Inn, Halifax, Charlottetown, and St. John's. We will also be holding mobile event in Amherst Dec. 31st and Kentville January 1st.

Be a holiday hero and book your appointment today 🎁❄️

📸: mitchsquareyphysio

12/25/2024

"Un don de sang, un beau cadeau de Noël pour ceux et celles qui ont en de besoin! A great Christmas gift for those in need! 🎁" - Marc, New Brunswick

There is still time to give the perfect gift. We are open tomorrow in Moncton, Saint John, St. John's, Charlottetown, Halifax, and the Windsor Legion in Nova Scotia.

Book your appointment today🩸

12/23/2024

We are open in Moncton, Halifax, Charlottetown, St. John's, Best Western Dartmouth, and the Fredericton Inn

Last group donation of the year for McInnes Cooper. Thank you!!

12/22/2024

Vale was in the holiday spirit at the St. John's donor centre coming together to donate before the holiday season.

We are grateful to the dedicated donors who continue to fuel Canada’s Lifeline. Double your impact by inviting a new donor to join you at your next donation.

12/21/2024

Teamwork saves lives!

A huge thank you to our friends at Fisheries and Oceans in St. John's, Newfoundland, for rolling up their sleeves and donating blood together.🩸

As we head into winter, the need for blood donations is more urgent than ever. We need 450 new donors every day to meet patient needs.

Join the challenge and book your appointment today.