The Government of Saskatchewan recently announced an organ and tissue donor registry would be available by early 2020, however it's crucial you have this conversation with your family as well.
Sharing this decision with your family makes it possible for your loved ones to honour your wishes after you have died. It's a discussion that could save lives. To learn more,
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Becoming a donor:
Until the organ and tissue donor registry for Saskatchewan is available, you can take these steps:
- Add an Organ and Tissue Donor sticker to your Saskatchewan Health Services card and sign the Intention to Donate card (available from eHealth Saskatchewan by calling 1-800-667-7551.)
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Talk to your family about your decision to be a donor, so they can support your wishes.
What you need to know:
- The need for organs and tissue for transplants far outweighs the available supply. Becoming an organ or tissue donor is one way you can help alleviate this need, and it may be a decision that’s right for you.
- There are two ways to donate: living donation and deceased donation. Before any choice is made, it's important to talk to your family about your decision to donate. For more information on living and deceased donation, read
about more donation.