South Simcoe police pumped up for blood donation campaign

NEWS RELEASE
SOUTH SIMCOE POLICE SERVICE
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The South Simcoe Police Service has been registered as a group with the Canadian Blood Services for their Sirens for Life Challenge.

Sirens for Life is Canadian Blood Services’ national initiative engaging first responders across Canada to help save lives by donating blood and plasma and by raising awareness of the importance of stem cell and organ tissue donation.

From July 4 to Sept. 4, 2024, all first responders are encouraged to engage in a friendly competition to bring in the most summer blood donations and we have challenged Innisfil Fire and Rescue to roll up their sleeves with us. Members of the public are also encouraged to help their favourite first responder win by joining their team and donating blood. If anyone needs more incentive than helping save a life or beating Innisfil Fire, all new donors will receive a $15 Firehouse Subs coupon courtesy of Barrie Firehouse Subs (while supplies last). When you are donating blood, make sure to snap a picture and tag us on our social media platforms.

How to participate:

1. Sign in or set up an account by clicking this link: myaccount.blood.ca/en/join-team/SOUT0120894.
2. Select ‘partners’ from the menu.
3. Select ‘join a team’ and type ‘South Simcoe Police Service.’ (It will appear in the drop-down list.)
4. Book your next appointment with your team via ‘team bookings’ (visible under South Simcoe Police Service team name).

Please ensure that you click on ‘partners,’ ‘join a team’ and then ‘South Simcoe Police Service’ when registering. For more information, visit blood.ca. For eligibility requirements, visit blood.ca/en/blood/am-i-eligible-donate-blood/abcs-eligibility.

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