Is donating at Canadian Blood Services paid or volunteer?

Canadian Blood Services appears to be a volunteer blood donation site — donations are unpaid and go to patients in need.

What can I donate at Canadian Blood Services?

Based on the operator, this center collects whole blood, power red (double red cells), platelets, plasma. Availability can vary — confirm with the center.

Do I need an appointment to donate?

Many centers prefer or require an appointment. You can usually schedule through Canadian Blood Services.

Canadian Blood Services

Network operating

♥ VolunteerWhole bloodPower RedPlateletsPlasma

Westman Collection Site Town Centre, 800 Rosser Avenue, Brandon, MANITOBA, R7A 6N5

(204) 571-3100

Operator: Canadian Blood Services

★★★★★5 (1 reviews)

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Before you go

✅ Bring a photo ID and a list of any medications.
💧 Hydrate well and eat iron-rich food beforehand.
😴 Get a good night's sleep; avoid heavy exercise right after.
🕒 Set aside about an hour (about 1 hour (10 min in the chair)).

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Donor reviews (1)

Historical community reviews restored from the original BloodBanker directory.

Heather Tetrault2011-06-23
★★★★★
Although I was unable to donate because I was feeling ill at the time, the representative was very patient with me while I had expressed some concerns, and and answered all my questions. I now feel much more at ease to re-schedule.