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**Please note, BC Transplant reserves the right to remove any information posted that jeopardizes donor and/or recipient confidentiality. As an agency of the Provincial Health Services Authority, BCT is funded through the BC Ministry of Health. BC Transplant oversees all aspects of organ donation and transplant as well as the B.C. Organ Donor Registry.

Cindy is a fierce and confident member of our admin team. Her multitasking skills deserve an Olympic event of their own,...
03/09/2026

Cindy is a fierce and confident member of our admin team. Her multitasking skills deserve an Olympic event of their own, and she is a genuinely caring person who takes the time to build relationships with everyone in the office.

Her dedicated work has a direct impact on donor families and transplant recipients every day by ensuring they receive post-donation communication and resources, as well as facilitating the exchange of anonymous correspondence.

Thank you, Cindy, for the energy you bring to the office. Your care, kindness, confidence, and helpful nature uplift the office environment, making it easier and more enjoyable for all.

Today is International Women’s Day! A day to celebrate all the women in our lives who play both big and small roles in c...
03/08/2026

Today is International Women’s Day! A day to celebrate all the women in our lives who play both big and small roles in creating a powerful impact wherever they go. These women can be mothers, wives, sisters, partners, daughters, or friends – every woman deserves to be celebrated today.

At BC Transplant, we want to take this opportunity to highlight a team that is the backbone of our organization. It’s an exceptional team of three women who keep the office running smoothly and successfully every day. Our admin team consists of three wonderful individuals: Val, Cindy, and Hannah. Together, they ensure all our teams are supported, people have the help they need, and the spirit of our office stays strong.

While we could go on and on about this team, we decided to showcase what they represent by compiling a word cloud that reflects who they are. Many members of our BCT staff contributed to this word cloud to share the role these amazing humans play in our work lives. Swipe left to see the wide array of attributes and positivity – we hope our admin team knows just how much the entire team appreciates them for all that they do.

Happy International Women’s Day to our admin team, all the wonderful women at BCT, and women across our transplant community. Thank you for being you.

03/06/2026

Attention high school students across the province!

BC Transplant is awarding FOUR $1,500 scholarships this year! Three scholarships will be presented to individual students, and one may go to a team leading an organ donation awareness campaign in their school or community.

If you’re passionate about making a difference and inspiring others, this is your chance.

Learn more and apply at: www.transplant.bc.ca/scholarship

This year, we are recognizing two members of our leadership team who are retiring from BC Transplant. Tom Tautorus is re...
03/04/2026

This year, we are recognizing two members of our leadership team who are retiring from BC Transplant.

Tom Tautorus is retiring after 16 years of service as the Manager for Quality, Safety, and Performance Improvement. Tom led his team to ensure every transplant was performed safely at BC Transplant and in alignment with Health Canada requirements.

Tom brought non-stop humour and wit to every interaction whether he was giving an update for his team or running a meeting. He is well known across BCT for his venti coffees, exercise classes and genuine kindness.

Tom will be missed dearly, and we can’t wait to hear about his vacations and new cooking adventures as he continues to spread joy everywhere he goes.

Happy retirement, Tom! We will miss you.

BC Transplant was at the Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society job fair last week to raise awareness for ...
03/03/2026

BC Transplant was at the Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society job fair last week to raise awareness for organ donation and transplant.

Job fairs are a great opportunity to connect with so many people in one place. We spend our time sharing quick facts, answering questions, or having meaningful conversations and our team of volunteers love it! Eunice, Croft and Bet are so wonderful at these events, bringing joy and humour while sharing meaningful information.

A big thank you to PICS for inviting us and we can’t wait for the next job fair!

It’s a year of meaningful milestones at BC Transplant as we prepare to say goodbye to several team members who are retir...
02/27/2026

It’s a year of meaningful milestones at BC Transplant as we prepare to say goodbye to several team members who are retiring. While we’re sad to see these incredible individuals finish their roles with us, we’re excited for them as they step into a new chapter filled with well-deserved free time, travel, and new adventures.

We begin by recognizing two members of our leadership team who will be leaving in the coming month. Today, we’re proud to highlight Dr. Sean Keenan.

Sean has been with BC Transplant for 10 years, serving as the Provincial Medical Director of Donation Services.

Throughout his time with us, Sean brought kindness to every meeting, deep care for his team, and a remarkable depth of knowledge - always ready with thoughtful answers and steady guidance. We admire his down-to-earth nature, warmth, and unwavering commitment to organ donation and transplant across the province.

There are big shoes to fill for the next Provincial Medical Director but for now, we celebrate Sean!

Thank you, Sean, and happy retirement!

Today our team proudly wore pink and came together for a group photo in support of 🩷At BC Transplant, we believe kindn...
02/25/2026

Today our team proudly wore pink and came together for a group photo in support of 🩷

At BC Transplant, we believe kindness has the power to save lives - in our workplaces, our schools, and through organ donation and transplantation. Just as every registered donor can create a ripple effect of selfless kindness, every act of compassion helps build a stronger, more supportive community.

Together, we stand against bullying, stand for one another, and stand for the gift of life.

02/23/2026

Kristi has a special message for Heart Month. While she doesn’t know her donor family, she feels love and gratitude towards all donor families.

Kristi truly believes in the power of sharing love and compassion and that organ donation is the true testament of it. She lives every day with gratitude and strives to do small acts of kindness for others as her way of giving back.

This is your sign to reach out to BC Transplant to organize a presentation for your class or club to learn more about or...
02/20/2026

This is your sign to reach out to BC Transplant to organize a presentation for your class or club to learn more about organ donation and transplant!

We have found that schools are a great place to start raising awareness and general education of organ donation.

We offer presentations for elementary and secondary schools to engage students and inspire them with the education side of organ donation and share the real-life experiences of transplant recipients.

Reach out to us if you are interested by sending us a DM or email us at info@bct.phsa.ca.

02/20/2026

Karen shares a special message for Heart Month. She has seen two sides of organ donation while taking care of patients as a nurse and now as a heart transplant recipient.

She is grateful for this gift of life and takes every opportunity to pay it forward by raising awareness for organ donation in the medical field. 💚

February is Heart Month. February is also home to Valentine’s Day and Family Day long weekend. Clearly, it’s a month fil...
02/19/2026

February is Heart Month. February is also home to Valentine’s Day and Family Day long weekend. Clearly, it’s a month filled with love, connection and intention. We all have the perfect excuse to spend time with our loved ones and express love and gratitude in different ways. Sometimes, this can also be a simple act of kindness for someone you may never meet.

Register your decision for organ donation today and give hope to hundreds of people on the transplant waitlist and their families who love them. Luckily, it only takes two minutes, and all you need is your personal health number.

Take a moment to register your decision and share your decision with your loved ones. Perhaps your kind action may create a ripple effect, encouraging others to consider organ donation.

Register today: registeryourdecision.ca.

The 2025/2026 “Live Life. Pass It On.” Scholarship application process is now open for grades 10-12 students to organize...
02/11/2026

The 2025/2026 “Live Life. Pass It On.” Scholarship application process is now open for grades 10-12 students to organize an organ donation awareness campaign in their school/community. Students have the chance to win a $1500 individual scholarship or $1500 with their team.

Please note: The team scholarship will only be awarded if the quality of the team applications are deemed strong and comparable to the individual applications. If not, up to four individual scholarships will be awarded instead.

Please share this with your family and friends to spread the word!

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BC Transplant (BCT), established in 1986, directs, delivers or contracts for all organ transplant services across BC. As a program of the Provincial Health Services Authority, BCT is funded through the BC Ministry of Health. BC Transplant believes that the health-restoring benefits of organ transplant services should be available to those individuals who meet the suitability and eligibility criteria for transplantation in British Columbia.