Organ and Tissue Donation in Nova Scotia
Organ and Tissue Donation in Nova Scotia
Region
Nova Scotia
Canada
Grade Level
6-12
Media Type
Story
Miscellaneous
Video
Age Level
11-18
Language
English
Description
This resource page compiles links to transplant and donation stories and information specific to Nova Scotia. Include local stories in your lesson plan on organ donation and transplantation or bring the concept of deemed consent into your classroom discussions.
In 2021, Nova Scotia became the first jurisdiction in North America to adopt a deemed consent model for organ donation.
Human Organ and Tissue Donation in Nova Scotia from Nova Scotia Health on Vimeo.
The Nova Scotia Legacy of Life donation information web site provides comprehensive information about donation in Nova Scotia.
Content Links
Video: Jaimie: A transplant recipient's story (Nova Scotia)
Video: "A hero he was" Kelly's story (Nova Scotia)
Video: The Krieger Family (Nova Scotia)
Article: A lasting gift: Quality and patient safety leader Denice Klavano says late son’s decision to donate is true ‘legacy to how he lived’
Article: Remembering Mandi: Clinical therapist Karen Belliveau shares family experience with donation through heartfelt letter