Stories from Canadian Blood Services

Two first-time blood donors in a donor centre flexing arms with pressure bandages and holding a sign that says “I joined the 450 Challenge”
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What’s it like to donate blood for the first time? 10 new donors speak up

‘Awesome,’ ‘chill,’ ‘powerful’ and ‘fun’ are just a few of the descriptions we heard 

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Young man wearing a red volunteer vest standing behind a refreshment counter
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Four stories of volunteers making waves in their communities

Meet just a few of the many volunteers who are helping to keep Canada’s Lifeline strong

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Dr. Harinad Maganti poses for a photo with arms crossed
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Meet the Researcher: Dr. Harinad Maganti

His research into cell and genetic engineering could pave the way to new therapies for sickle cell disease and cancer.

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Two first-time blood donors in a donor centre flexing arms with pressure bandages and holding a sign that says “I joined the 450 Challenge”
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What’s it like to donate blood for the first time? 10 new donors speak up

‘Awesome,’ ‘chill,’ ‘powerful’ and ‘fun’ are just a few of the descriptions we heard

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Group of first time donors sitting in a chair in the gymnasium
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​​Three ways financial gifts helped patients this year​

Financial donors are an essential part of Canada’s Lifeline. Here are just a few reasons why.

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Five people connected to Canada’s Lifeline, stand and smile looking toward the camera.
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Looking back with gratitude on 2024

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

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National Award recipients and Canadian Blood Services executives in front of a backdrop that says #CanadasLifeline.
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National awards honour six extraordinary contributors to Canada’s Lifeline

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.

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