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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.


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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.

Seeking Board Directors


Wednesday, April 29, 2026
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Statement
This Call for Board Directors is occurring due to the routine expiration of terms of current Directors. Applications are invited from Canadian citizens from all geographic areas of the country.

Canadian Blood Services honours the lifesaving power of organ and tissue donors during National Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Week (April 19-25)


Tuesday, April 21, 2026
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Statement
National Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Week (NOTDAW) honours Canadians who have chosen to donate lifesaving organs and tissue and recognizes transplant recipients embracing their second chance at life.