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At a time when we as Canadians are focused on greater self-reliance — securing essential supply chains, building our own manufacturing capacity and reaffirming our sovereignty — there is one area where increasing self-reliance is vital.
November 4, 2025 (Toronto, ON) - This fall, Canadian Blood Services is celebrating the power of giving together and calling on Canadians to donate with their communities.
In 2022 Canadian Blood Services announced a plan to ensure patients in Canada continue to have long-term access to immunoglobulins—the most widely used medication made from plasma.
This document undergoes regular updates. Last update: May 2025 -- Canadian Blood Services’ priority is to ensure that high-quality blood products are available for patients from all backgrounds and communities, by building a donor base that reflects Canadian society, especially in terms of racial
Canadian Blood Services extends its deepest sympathies to the Filipino community and everyone affected by this tragic incident. Our hearts are with the people who lost their lives or were injured and their loved ones. Our top priority is ensuring patients in Canada receive the blood and blood
It is with a heavy heart that I share the news that Dr. Dana Devine, our former chief scientist and a beloved member of the Canadian Blood Services community, has sadly passed away.
(OTTAWA) – Canadian Blood Services, on behalf of Canada’s organ and tissue donation and transplantation community, is excited to announce that the Highly Sensitized Patient (HSP) program has facilitated 1,000 kidney transplants.
(OTTAWA) – Get ready to compete, connect and celebrate with the Canadian transplant community at the 2024 Canadian Transplant Games. Ottawa prepares to welcome transplant athletes from across the country August 3-9, 2024! Prepare to be awestruck, moved to tears, and overjoyed with delight as you
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Due to the large volume of media enquiries we receive, we are not able to help students with research or other projects. Our website and annual reports provide comprehensive information about blood donation.
Canadian Blood Services’ Newsroom is a place for journalists to learn more about our organization and the services we provide to Canadians. Explore our resources to find detailed information on our major topics.
