From left: Igol Allen, blood drive coordinator, National Blood Transfusion Service; Yanique Forbes-Patrick, public affairs and communications manager, English Caribbean region, Scotiabank; and Gary-Vaughn White, senior vice-president, collateral protection, Scotiabank, proudly pose for a shot after completing their blood donation. .
June 29, 2025
Business social
As part of its ongoing commitment to community well-being Scotiabank hosted a blood drive, in partnership with the National Blood Transfusion Service (NBTS), on Thursday, June 19 at Scotia Centre in downtown Kingston. This life-saving initiative included support from Scotiabank staff, Scotiabank clients, and staff from neighbouring organisations. This initiative reflects Scotiabank’s broader mission to impact communities beyond financial services. In addition to boosting the NBTS’s critical blood supply, the bank hopes to encourage and promote the culture and practise of donating blood regularly. Here are highlights of the day’s proceedings:
