Organ transplantation is one of the most remarkable success stories in the history of medicine. After one year, liver and kidney transplant recipients enjoy a survival rate that exceeds 85%.
Throughout the world there is a chronic shortage of hearts, lungs, kidneys and livers for transplant. Sadly, in British Columbia alone, 25% of people waiting for a transplant die while on the waiting list.
Organ and tissue donation provides each of us with a special opportunity to help others. Sharing your decision to be an organ donor with your family is as important as making the decision itself. Sharing your decision now will help your family to carry out your decision later.
It is necessary for you to document your decision by completing a donor registration card.
In Canada, each province has its own organ and tissue donation system. To find out more information on the program in your region, please click on the appropriate province/territory below.
If you are a resident of the United States and you wish to become a donor please contact your local Coalition on Donation. A list of these State representatives can be obtained from the Coalition on Donation site.
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Canadian Association of Transplantation
Canadian Liver Foundation
Canadian Lung Association
Canadian Organ Replacement Register (CORR)
Canadian Society of Transplantation
Canadian Transplant Association
Kidney Foundation of Canada
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