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What You Need to Register:

Be at least 16 years old or above
Provide your date of birth (yyyy/mm/dd)
Your health card number + version code
Click the link below

Be a lifesaver.

Be a donor.

Take 2 minutes to change someone's life. Register to be an organ and tissue donor today!

Currently, there are over 1,600 people waiting for a lifesaving organ transplant in Ontario. Each three days someone will die due to a delayed transplant because they were not able to get it in time.

However, you can help. In registering your consent to donate organs and tissue, you let those waiting know that you are willing to help.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Trillium Gift of Life team has spent years compiling research to answer any concerns or questions about organ and tissue donation. They have put together this list of common questions and concerns about organ and tissue donation in an effort to demystify the donation process and encourage Canadians to become donors. We have included some of the most common questions that they have compiled below:

What organs and tissues can be donated?
- ANS: Organs and tissue that can be donated include the heart, kidneys, liver, lungs, pancreas, small intestines, eyes, bone, skin, and heart valves.
Does my age, medical condition or sexual orientation prevent me from being a donor?
- ANS: Everyone is a potential donor regardless of age, medical condition, or sexual orientation. Even individuals with serious illnesses can sometimes be donors. Your decision to register should not be based on whether you think you would be eligible or not. All potential donors are evaluated on an individual, medical, case-by-case basis.
What if I cannot donate blood? Can I still be an organ and tissue donor?
- ANS: Yes, regulations set by Health Canada for blood donation differ from organ and tissue donation. Everyone has the potential to be a donor regardless of age, sexual orientation, or medical status. Your decision to register should not be based on whether you think you would be eligible or not. Everyone is assessed at the time of death for medical suitability.
How do I even register as an organ and tissue donor?
- In Canada, it is really simple. If you are 16+ and have a valid health card, you can register with consent for organ and tissue donations. All you have to do is go to www.BeADonor.ca or any ServiceOntario centre!

For more information on organ and tissue donations, please visit www.GiftOfLife.on.ca!