Stories: Canadian Blood Services

Andy Anyaele is so grateful for the blood transfusions he receives every five to six weeks

For Emily Ois, ‘antibuddies’ from donated plasma put an end to constant trips to the emergency room

A lucky encounter on social media led a patient in need to the living organ donor who saved her life

Blood donors helped Emmanuel Boakye survive sickle cell disease. Then a stem cell donation from his sister delivered a life beyond it.

With the Assignment Saving Lives Scholarship Program, recruit donors to win up to $6500 toward your 2024-2025 tuition 

Financial donors have a long history of supporting patients who rely on stem cells, and their impact continues

From blood transfusions for babies in the womb, to the manufacture of lifesaving medications, blood and plasma help far beyond trauma 

You could inspire someone else to join the 450 Challenge. Let’s work together to get Canada’s blood pumping!

On December 5, 2024, at a special ceremony in Ottawa, Ont., Canadian Blood Services presented six national awards to recognize some of the remarkable individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to Canada’s Lifeline.

While it’s impossible to capture them all, here is a sampling of very proud moments from 2024.