Canadian Blood Services, Calgary

May 22, 2023 It was my second blood donation, and I also did my first donation here at this center. The place is very clean and staff are really nice and friendly. It took 10 mins for blood donation and 30 mins overall. Free basement parking is opposite (a few meters ahead to be exact) to Mina’s restaurant. When you come upstairs at the center, fill out your info on parking sheet. Today is May long weekend and I called their Toll free number to confirm if they were open. I was told they are open but walk-ins are not allowed and I need to make an appointment. Luckily, found the same day appointment. Just want to add, I would rather donate blood on a day when I’m feeling my best. Nevertheless, great service.

He recently moved to this new location. Inside is very modern and nice. People who work there a very polite and profession. Did try to make things go quick and answer any question you have. Did you have free parking downstairs in the garage label for donors 24/7. Remember to register your license plate in the front desk of the clinic. The process usually takes an hour from start to finish when donating whole blood. The questionnaires is fairly quick now do you use tablet to answer questions. The nurses were very good it didn't even hurt at all when she took the blood sample. They have snacks and soup available after you donate if your standard packaged snacks sometime they have baked goods.

Today was my first blood donation and I donated in this center. Everyone was great there. The lady that measure the temperature at first was great, and she made sure that everyone knows about the symptoms that will not allow you to donate. After that, the lady that registered me and gave me my card barcode was so polite, and she gave me my "first time donor" sticker. After that I finished the questionnaire, and was ready to screening step. At that point, the lady that did this step with me was so great. She measured my hemoglobin to make sure that I'm ready to donate, and she explained me the next step. Finally, I went to the chair that was prepared for blood donation. I told the nurse that I want to fill two or three bags instead of only one, but she said "only one bag". The nurses were wonderful and I didn't feel any pain. They are professionals. I got a toque after I finished my blood donation. I recommend anyone to donate with his blood in general and specifically in this center. I will say that it was a great experience, and I will donate again after 2 months. "Maybe they will allow me to fill two bags instead of one!"

I donated blood here for the first time yesterday! The welcoming atmosphere of the clinic really helped put me at ease. The process from the beginning to the end went very smoothly and I encountered nothing but organized procedures and friendly staff all throughout. COVID guidelines were also followed closely, so I didn't feel at risk at all here. Bonus: there is free underground parking and they give you free snacks afterwards!

My sister and I went to donate today and had such a great experience! My veins are a hard poke and the first nurse missed, which was no issue at all but she was very apologetic and felt bad. It happens all is well! The second nurse (liane) got it and both of them were literally so friendly I forgot that they were poking me, had great conversation and truly can say it made my day better. 10/10 My sister had a bit of an unfortunate reaction post donation and the staff ran into help so fast, they were so kind and caring. Truly can’t wait to go back and donate! Liane & team we will see you again soon!

Very great first experience! This was my first blood donation! There is free underground parking for donors which is great, getting through and in was nice and quick, and donating was simple! All of the staff was very friendly, helpful and educated. When I wasn’t feeling my best, the staff was there to reassure me and help me from feeling faint. Lots of snacks available afterwards too. Overall a really positive experience and very kind and supportive staff!