Our newsroom is a collection of media resources about the services we provide to Canadians, as well as major topics and events of significance to our organization and industry. Explore the latest news releases and articles we’ve published, if you can’t find the information you’re looking for, please contact: media@blood.ca | 1-877-709-7773
Throughout the year, our corporate financial donors offer valuable support to our initiatives and recruitment efforts. That’s why, every year, we take the time to recognize their contribution to our lifesaving work and to thank them for their ongoing support. CEO Dr. Graham Sher poses for an
After successfully reaching the goal of $12.5 million in financial donations, Canadian Blood Services’ Cord Blood Bank is fully operational, with five collection hospitals across Canada, and holds some of the world’s highest quality, ethnically diverse cord blood units.
Canadian Blood Services’ executive management team hosted the 8 th Annual Corporate Supporter’s Luncheon at head office in Ottawa on March 28, to celebrate the many corporations who support the work of Canadian Blood Services through financial giving.
Expectant mothers who give birth at one of our partnering hospitals are helping to build an ethnically diverse stem cell bank in Canada by donating their baby’s cord blood.
This month, Larry Till made his 100th blood donation at his local blood collection centre in Toronto, surrounded by his favourite staff and sporting his lucky socks. Meanwhile, the counter on his DIY fundraising page climbed higher and higher, finally reaching 100% of his goal to save lives through
Canadian Blood Services is excited to announce our participation as a charity partner for the Mississauga Marathon Scotiabank Charity Challenge, taking place from May 4-6. Help us reach our fundraising goal and you'll fund programs in four areas: blood, stem cells, organs and tissues and research and innovation.
Members of Ottawa’s Syrian community presented a cheque for their recent fundraiser in support of Canadian Blood Services and made a group blood donation as part of Syrian Canadian Donation Day on April 14.
For all media inquiries, please contact: media@blood.ca or 1-877-709-7773
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.