Eligibility Checklist

Are you 17 years old or older?

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I am 17 years old or older.

Unfortunately you are not able to donate blood just yet. But you can still get involved in saving lives, and learn more about when you can start donating.

I am 17 years old or older.
Have you had a tattoo or piercing in the last three months?

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I have not had a tattoo or piercing in the last three months.

Unfortunately, you are not able to donate blood right now. Learn more about when you will be able to start saving lives. In the meantime, ever thought of becoming a volunteer?

I have not had a tattoo or piercing in the last three months.
Have you travelled outside Canada or the continental United States in the last three months?

NOTE: Donors who are temporarily deferred from donating blood due to their recent travel history outside of Canada or a malaria exposure risk may be eligible to donate plasma.

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I have not travelled outside Canada or the continental United States in the last three months.

NOTE: Donors who are temporarily deferred from donating blood due to their recent travel history outside of Canada or a malaria exposure risk may be eligible to donate plasma.

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Depending on what countries you have visited and for how long, you may be able to donate blood. Learn more about whether you can donate.

I have not travelled outside Canada or the continental United States in the last three months.

NOTE: Donors who are temporarily deferred from donating blood due to their recent travel history outside of Canada or a malaria exposure risk may be eligible to donate plasma.

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Have you spent three months or longer in the United Kingdom or France from 1980 to 1996? Six months or longer in Saudi Arabia from 1980 to 1996? Five years or longer in Western Europe from 1980 to 2007?

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I have not spent three months of longer in the United Kingdom or France from 1980 to 1996, six months or longer in Saudi Arabia from 1980 to 1996 or five years or longer in Western Europe from 1980 to 2007.

Unfortunately you may not be able to donate blood. Learn more about the ABCs of eligibility or call 1-888-236-6283 to speak to a nurse.

I have not spent three months of longer in the United Kingdom or France from 1980 to 1996, six months or longer in Saudi Arabia from 1980 to 1996 or five years or longer in Western Europe from 1980 to 2007.
Have you been to the dentist for an extraction, surgery or root canal in the last three days?

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If you have had a cleaning, filling, brace adjustment or crown restoration (such as bonding or veneers), you are not eligible to donate until the day after your treatment.

There is no deferral period after visiting the dentist for plasma donation at our Sudbury Ont., Lethbridge Alta. and Kelowna B.C. locations.

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I have not been to the dentist for an extraction, surgery or root canal in the last three days.

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If you have had a cleaning, filling, brace adjustment or crown restoration (such as bonding or veneers), you are not eligible to donate until the day after your treatment.

There is no deferral period after visiting the dentist for plasma donation at our Sudbury Ont., Lethbridge Alta. and Kelowna B.C. locations.

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You are not able to donate blood right now, but you can still book your appointment after the required time has passed. Learn more about other eligibility criteria.
I have not been to the dentist for an extraction, surgery or root canal in the last three days.

NOTE:

If you have had a cleaning, filling, brace adjustment or crown restoration (such as bonding or veneers), you are not eligible to donate until the day after your treatment.

There is no deferral period after visiting the dentist for plasma donation at our Sudbury Ont., Lethbridge Alta. and Kelowna B.C. locations.

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Are you pregnant, have been pregnant or had a baby in the last six months?

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I am not pregnant, have not recently been pregnant or given birth in the last six months.

You are not able to donate blood right now, find out more about when you can start. If you are pregnant, you could be eligible to donate your baby's cord blood.

I am not pregnant, have not recently been pregnant or given birth in the last six months.
Are you taking prescription medication(s)?

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I am not taking prescription medication(s).

Taking most prescription medications does not usually prevent you from donating. If you are taking any, check the acceptable medications list first.

Some medications or the underlying causes that require you to take a particular medication may affect your eligibility. Call 1-888-236-6283 to speak to a nurse to find out. Learn more about other eligibility criteria.

I am not taking prescription medication(s).
Do you weigh more than 50 kg (110 lb.)?

NOTE: If you are a new donor between the age of 17 to 23, you must meet the basic height and weight requirements.

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I weigh more than 50 kg (110 lb.).

NOTE: If you are a new donor between the age of 17 to 23, you must meet the basic height and weight requirements.

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Unfortunately, you are not able to donate blood, and here's why. There are lots of ways to get involved in saving lives. Have you ever thought about becoming a volunteer? Find out more.

I weigh more than 50 kg (110 lb.).

NOTE: If you are a new donor between the age of 17 to 23, you must meet the basic height and weight requirements.

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A reminder to all donors
Currently, we can only welcome people with appointments. This is in compliance with public health authorities' requests to practice healthy physical distancing.

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Enhanced wellness measures are in effect

In addition to our routine cleaning, infection-control and screening practices, we have introduced enhanced cleaning measures, wellness stations and physical distancing measures to better protect anyone who comes through our doors.

Effective Monday, Dec. 7, surgical masks provided by Canadian Blood Services will be mandatory for all donors entering our centres. This is to more closely align with public health guidance and protect against the spread of COVID-19.

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We’ve suspended pre-donation salty snacks. We encourage you to eat something salty prior to your appointment and drink 500 mL of water. This helps your blood volume and improves your donation experience.

You will still be provided with post-donation drinks and snacks and ask that you consume them outside the donor centres.
You will be screened upon arrival which includes receiving a temperature check. Please refrain from drinking a hot beverage five to ten minutes before arriving to your appointment.
You will be asked to clean or sanitize your hands and maintain a two-metre distance from one another.

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