Reasons to join Canada’s Lifeline

Blood, plasma, platelets, stem cells, organs and tissues are a critical part of everyday medical care including major surgeries, medical procedures, cancer treatments and managing diseases.

There are many reasons to join Canada's Lifeline 

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Reason 001

Every 60 seconds someone in Canada needs blood.

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Reason 002

Donated Blood lasts no longer than 42 days.

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Reason 003

Blood donors are needed every day.

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Reason 004

Complications during delivery can require a blood transfusion for you or your baby.

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Reason 005

Cord blood can save lives.

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Reason 006

A tissue donor can improve the lives of up to 75 patients.

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Reason 007

To give back to your community.

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Reason 008

There are approximately 4,400 Canadians waiting for an organ transplant.

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Reason 009

Your miracle can also be someone else's.

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Reason 010

Our stem cell registery should be as diverse as our country.

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Reason 011

It’s easier to match transplant patients with cord blood stem cells because an exact match is not needed.

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Reason 012

Canada relies entirely on the generosity of donors to keep the lifeline going.

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