Canadian Blood Services is urging Londoners to donate in the wake of a major shortage.
While clinics usually bring in 200-275 units of blood a week, 100 donors are needed over the weekend.
The shortage is the result of cancelled appointments and a spell of harsh winter weather earlier this month.
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“There’s a lot more illness going on, so a lot of our regular donors can’t give blood if they’re sick,” explained Kristen Ungar, Territory Manager for Canadian Blood Services.
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Between 2,000 and 3,000 new donors are needed to make up for an aging donor-base.
Ungar also emphasized a need for those with type O negative blood.
Donations can be booked at blood.ca.
Walk-ins are accepted at the Canadian Blood Services location at 820 Wharncliffe Road South.
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