Canadian Blood Services launches ambitious one million donors drive
Thursday, May 8, 2025, 7:21 am permalink
Canadian Blood Services is rolling out an expansive campaign to enlist one million new blood donors over the next five years. This bold move comes amid rising demand and a growing concern that the current donor pool might soon resemble a ghost town – clearly, every pint counts.
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