This November, in commemoration of Remembrance Day on Nov. 11 and World Kindness Day on Nov. 13, Canadian Blood Services — in partnership with the Department of National Defence and KIND Snacks — encourages Canadians to honour the women and men of the Canadian Armed Forces by donating blood or making a financial donation to Canada’s Lifeline.
Newmarket donors can donate blood in honour of those who serve or have served our country. Donating blood is one of the most direct ways to help another person. One in two Canadians are eligible to donate blood but only one in 60 does.
This month's regular blood donor clinics will be held as follows:
Tuesday, Nov. 12 from 1:30 to 7:30 p.m.
- Newmarket Community Centre, 200 Doug Duncan Dr.
- Donors needed: 144
Saturday, Nov. 16 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- York Region Administrative Centre, 17250 Yonge St.
- Donors needed: 58
Members of the Canadian Armed Forces and Department of National Defence civilian employees are some of the most generous and loyal supporters of Canada’s Lifeline.
In 2006, the Department of National Defence became Canadian Blood Services’ first national Partner for Life organization. Since then, they have donated over 40,000 units of blood and inspired thousands to become regular blood donors.
As part of this year’s campaign, we are asking our partners to pledge their support by:
- Hosting blood donation events at select locations
- Organizing group donations
- Helping to raise awareness through social media
- Making a financial contribution in honour of fallen and standing members of the Canadian Armed Forces
Making an appointment to donate has never been easier. Download the GiveBlood app, call 1-888-2-DONATE (1-888-236-6283) or book now at blood.ca. Walk-in appointments are also available at all locations.
Learn more about financial donations here.
Fast Facts
- During the final year of World War II, Canadians donated 890,000 units of blood for use in military hospitals. This generous response gave birth to Canada’s voluntary blood system.
- In 2018, the Canadian Armed Forces contributed over 5,000 units of blood and recruited over 400 new donors.
- The Canadian Armed Forces are made up of the Canadian Army, the Royal Canadian Air Force, the Royal Canadian Navy.