Blood product supplies are low due to cancellations due to weather - they need a boost.

By Staff

February 20^th, 2025

BURLINGTON, ON

While Winter storms continue to create havoc across the country, including the city of Burlington, the need for keeping blood products at optimal levels is important.

The heavy snowfall, ice storms and extreme cold have resulted in hundreds of cancelled donation appointments. During storms, many people offer acts of kindness, such as helping their neighbours clear snow, shoveling out cars or providing warm spaces for those in need. Donating blood is another way people can give back to their community.

These donours are well past the 100 mark. Kudos to them.

Open appointments to donate are available in Burlington at 1250 Brant Street.

Eligible donors are asked to book at their earliest convenience — and consider inviting a new donor to join you. If you’ve never donated before, now is the time to join a community of people committed to saving lives. Every day this winter, we need 450 new donors across Canada to help fuel Canada’s Lifeline. Beat the winter blahs and get Canada’s blood pumping!

Help people right here in your community and across Canada. Book now on blood.ca, use the GiveBlood app or call 1 888 2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283).