Ways to donate
Financial donations
In making a financial gift, no matter how you choose to give, every dollar will make a difference in our efforts to improve outcomes for Canadian patients.
Blood
Half of all Canadians will either need blood or know someone who needs it. The need is constant. A timely transfusion of blood can be the lifesaving difference.
Plasma
Plasma is the protein-rich liquid in our blood responsible for circulating blood cells and platelets throughout our bodies. For many patients with a wide range of diseases, plasma can save or improve their lives.
Stem cells
Fewer than 25 per cent of recipient patients who need stem cell transplants find a compatible donor in their own family. The rest must rely on the sincere generosity of unrelated donors who have committed to being part of Canada’s lifeline.
Organ & tissues
One organ donor can save up to eight lives; tissue and eye donors can improve the lives of up to 75 more. Register to become a donor. Talk to your loved ones about organs and tissue donation and encourage them to register as well.
Cord blood
Cord blood is rich with blood-forming stem cells that can help cure over 80 types of diseases and disorders saving the lives of patients with leukemia, lymphoma, aplastic anemia and other inherited immune disorders.
Fundraising
Your financial gift today helps us meet the needs of tomorrow. Learn more about how to give financial donations, your financial gifts at work, starting a DIY campaign and fundraising news.
Partners
Join Canada’s lifeline. Learn how your organization or community can get involved. Start or join a team, view our current partners, get resources and recruitment tools in our partner resources or check out our latest partner e-news.
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Volunteering
Join Canada’s lifeline. Find out how you can sign up to become a volunteer and what’s involved. You can also browse our current volunteer opportunities and various youth volunteer projects.