Humboldt Uniplex is hosting a blood donor clinic today at Jubilee Hall.

If you have ever wondered about donating blood now is the time. There is an urgent need for blood in Canada.

Mike Fisher with Canadian Blood Services explained why this is.

"What we see is an increase in a demand in blood because there is a lot more travel which can result in more accidents. At the same time, there is a dip in donations because people are out traveling its nice out and people are busy." "It hits us on both ends."

If you are wondering if you are able to donate more information can be found here.

You can also book an appointment online or go down to the Uniplex between 2-7 today.

"Please stop on by and we will get you in. We currently have still 67 open appointments with lots of opportunities to donate. And historically the city of Humboldt has been really good at going out and donating."