Stories: Canadian Blood Services

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B.C. motorcyclist survives crash thanks to donated blood

September 3, 2020
Nathan Olson was a regular blood donor himself, before he lost his leg in a long weekend motorcycle crash
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After stem cells saved her life, her story is helping to save others

September 16, 2020
Mackenzie Curran’s schoolmate donated stem cells after hearing her speak at Queen’s University
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How Canada’s Chinese community is helping diverse patients find stem cell matches

September 18, 2020
Unique initiatives support donor recruitment, development of new matching technology
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Cancer survivor feels ‘blessed’ by stem cell donor’s act of kindness

September 19, 2020
Calgary’s Diane Charlebois owes her life to a stranger half a world away
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Donated plasma saves Ottawa man’s life

September 22, 2020
Mike Jones recovered from a rare immune disorder
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Inspiring plasma donors from 3,000 metres up

September 22, 2020
Ian Harrop skydived to celebrate his 600th donation
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Stem cell recipient and the donor she inspired share their story

September 23, 2020
Hear Mackenzie and Robbie’s interview on CBC Radio with Dr. Heidi Elmoazzen, director of stem cells at Canadian Blood Services
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Birthday celebration attracts six first-time blood donors

September 28, 2020
Helen Raymond organized a blood donor event to celebrate her 65th birthday
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Jett Woo brings team spirit to Hockey Gives Blood

October 1, 2020
Jett Woo, an NHL draft pick and star defenceman with the Calgary Hitmen, inspires others to donate as part of the Hockey Gives Blood campaign.
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A grieving mother’s journey to help others

October 6, 2020
Denice Klavano contributed to new plan to improve cornea donation in Canada