Canadians step up to give blood after fire at Alberta military base kills four
Published: Oct 19, 2026
Updated: Oct 19, 2026
CityNews
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Canadian Blood Services says it has been “deeply moved” by a surge in public support following a deadly fire at a military base in Wainwright, Alta.
The non-profit reported Monday that it saw a fourfold increase in the number of appointment bookings for blood donations on Sunday.
Canadian Blood Services said Monday Alberta and Saskatchewan saw the strongest surge in public interest in blood donations. Donation events in those provinces are almost fully booked over the next few days, the non-profit said.
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