Happy Town Blood Drive #2
(This event is run by Happy Town - a group that hosts regular and affordable ways to hang out. To check out more, visit our Happy Town Luma calendar.)
Please review all details below before registering. Details will be continuously updated as we approach the event
I'm jazzed to announce Happy Town Blood Drive numero dos!
On October 3rd we'll be heading to the donation centre at Swansea Town Hall to donate blood as a group after the Mindful Miles walk in High Park that morning. This iteration of the blood drive will not include a fairgrounds event, just the group donation.
This donation centre is a pop-up, hence why we won't be doing a fairgrounds event this time. I've also been told the schedule will be more rigid compared to the previous donation centre, so please make sure to be on time for your donation slot.
REGISTERING ON LUMA DOES NOT GUARANTEE YOUR SPOT AT THE EVENT
An appointment slot must be booked using the instructions below to participate
Before signing up for the event, please take this eligibility quiz to ensure you’re eligible to donate blood
Donation Registration Instructions:
Donation slots are limited, so please book an appointment as soon as possible using the instructions below:
Create an account with Canadian Blood Services on Blood.ca
Go to the following link to join the Happy Town team: Happy Town Team
Book an appointment from our 20 available time slots on October 3rd (Option to book time slots should be visible at the bottom of our team’s page)
*Time slots must be booked before September 26th. Spots are given on a first come, first serve basis
Once you book an appointment, we will approve your registration on Luma
What's the process like?
To get an idea of the blood donation process, take a look at this short video which walks through the entire process
For additional details, take a look at this information page
Important notes from Canadian Blood Services:
If possible, avoid drinking caffeinated drinks before donating to avoid dehydration
Make sure to have something to eat before donating
After donating, some people may feel weak/tired. Please avoid heavy physical activity after donating
Donation Day Reminders:
Donors must be 17+ years old, in general good health, and meet height/weight requirements
Bring government-issued photo ID and a list of current medications
Stay well-hydrated and eat a salty snack before donating
Review the eligibility quiz if you haven't already
For medical questions, call 1-888-2-DONATE and ask to speak with an information nurse
For more info on eligibility check out this link
Plan for the day:
8-10:30am - Optional Mindful Miles Walk Through High Park
11am-12:30pm - Meet at Swansea Town Hall (Please be on time for your donation)
Feel free to invite friends and family to come donate with you, the more the merrier!
Additional Info (Will be updated continuously)
Snacks will be provided by the donation centre during the event
They also allow you to bring in food if you’d like grab something for lunch and bring it to the donation centre
October 3rd happens to also be Mean Girls day! I’ll be wearing pink, so open invite to also wear pink that day if you want