Laval blood drive aims for 550 donations at Place Bell
The City of Laval, Héma-Québec and the Laval Rocket are inviting residents to take part in the 53rd Collecte de sang des Lavalloises et Lavallois on November 24 at Place Bell.
Organizers have set a goal of 550 blood donations for the event, which will run from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Appointments recommended
Most healthy adults may be eligible to donate blood, although eligibility depends on several criteria.
Appointments are strongly recommended and can be booked online or by calling 1-800-343-7264. Walk-ins will also be accepted.
People who want to verify whether they are eligible to donate can consult Héma-Québec or call 1-800-847-2525.
Rocket players expected on site
Laval Rocket players and municipal elected officials are expected to attend during the day.
“It is a privilege for the Laval Rocket organization to once again join the City of Laval and Héma-Québec for this initiative,” said Rocket head coach Daniel Jacob.
Acting Laval Mayor Ray Khalil also encouraged residents to participate, describing the event as a demonstration of community solidarity.
According to Héma-Québec, approximately 1,000 blood donations are needed every day across Quebec.
“For a 53rd edition, Héma-Québec is proud to join forces with the City of Laval and the Laval Rocket to mobilize Laval residents around blood donation,” said Faouzi Rezagui, event organization advisor at Héma-Québec.
The blood drive will take place on Tuesday, November 24, at Place Bell.
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