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Learn what's new with us from our corporate news, announcements and featured interviews with donors, recipients, researchers and medical collaborators. Through the dedication and generosity of so many Canadians, we are often in a community near you, raising awareness and making connections that will serve patients today and for many tomorrows to come.  Our stories are your stories.  Our publications are your window into the work that we do.


Latest News

Canadian Blood Services is advancing Canada’s blood system resilience


Thursday, June 11, 2026
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News release
June 11, 2026 (Ottawa, ON) - Canadian Blood Services is advancing a major future-shaping initiative, transforming its products and services to become more agile and resilient through innovation and collaboration.

Canadian Blood Services marks National Blood Donor Week by celebrating the donors behind Canada’s Lifeline


Monday, June 08, 2026
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News release
June 8, 2026 (Toronto, ON) — National Blood Donor Week is an opportunity to spotlight the generosity of donors and invite all those eligible to fill the donation chairs this summer

Put Canadian pride into action: Canadian Blood Services invites people across Canada to fill every chair this summer


Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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News release
May 12, 2026 (Toronto, ON) — At a moment when many Canadians are looking for positive ways to show up for each other, Canadian Blood Services is issuing an invitation to new donors: fill every donation chair in the country this summer.