LifeLabs
100 International Blvd M9W 6J6 Toronto, ON, Canada

COVID-19 has changed how we operate in many ways, & we continue to work on making improvements to safely & efficiently serve you. Visit our website to view our safety plan & for more info on planning ahead for your next visit. https://bit.ly/3bt52RU

We're proud to work with community partners such as Autism Services of Saskatoon. By working with our community partners, we can continue to build & improve our program to ensure a caring & compassionate experience is accessible for all individuals on the Autism spectrum.

It's New Year's Eve! There's no doubt this year has been hard for many, especially for those working on the frontlines in health care. While we're not out of the COVID woods yet, let's look forward to brighter days ahead in the new year tomorrow.

We hope you have a safe & happy Diwali that brings peace & joy to you & your families.

On this Remembrance Day, we remember those who gave their lives for the rights & freedoms we have today. This year marks the 102nd anniversary of the end of the First World War, & the 75th anniversary of the Second World War. Lest We Forget Canada’s contributions to the world, and let us show our appreciation for those who continue to serve to protect our rights and freedoms.

We're very excited & proud to share that our amazing lab teams have recently completed over 1 million COVID-19 molecular diagnostic tests for Canadians & their health care providers! Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3aZnWj0

This year's Thanksgiving looks very different from the others, as some may not be able to see some family members in person--especially the many heroes in health care. But holiday aside, we hope you are all staying safe & healthy, & that you can enjoy your family's company in other ways (i.e. video calling).

This day, supported by the World Health Organization, raises awareness & advocates for better care for those with mental health issues worldwide. This year's theme is 'Mental Health for All: Greater Investment Greater Access', to address the impact of COVID-19 on our mental health & ensure no one is denied mental health care. Visit the Canadian Mental Health Association's site to learn more: https://bit.ly/33HuU8m

Due to the severe winter conditions in Saskatoon, SK, all LifeLabs specimen collection centres are currently closed. Before leaving your home, we encourage you to listen to local officials for road conditions. Please stay safe & stay off the roads unless travel is necessary.

For more information on our updated safety processes & to learn how to safely prepare for your appointment, visit: https://bit.ly/2TMxogw

We are hiring frontline healthcare workers to support our response to COVID-19. Come join our team and be inspired by purpose! #CoronavirusHiring #NowHiring Learn more: https://jobs.lifelabs.com//Patient-Services-and-L/7796600/

We're so grateful for the incredible work of our lab teams & all they do to make COVID-19 lab testing possible. To learn more about our lab testing: https://bit.ly/2Vxhvus

More and more Canadians are considering BRCA1 and BRCA2 genetic testing for breast cancer at LifeLabs. In honour of #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, please read Heather Gauthier’s story... https://www.lifelabsgenetics.com//the-power-of-knowing-ge/

This year is the 40th Anniversary of Terry’s Marathon of Hope. Terry showed us that anything is possible if you try. When we #tryliketerry, we can make a difference in the world & change people’s lives for the better. Click the link to participate in the virtual run on Sept. 20. https://terryfox.org/run/

Our Customer Care team members are here to help with your questions. Please note that we experience the highest volumes of calls in early mornings & mid-afternoons on Monday to Friday. We recommend calling outside those peak hours so we can assist you in a timely manner. For more contact info: https://www.lifelabs.com/contact-us/

We've increased our appointment capacity at many of our locations. To help us manage volume in our facilities, we’re asking those who can to book appointments online. If you’re not sure how to book an appointment, check out our helpful instructions below ! Click here to book your appointment: https://bit.ly/2wbFF5a

Mental health is health, & it plays a very large role in our overall health. In recognition of #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, we want to share the message there is help if you or a loved one needs support. This year has been unlike any other, & we need to care for our mental health.

Help protect those around you who are at higher risk for COVID-19 & the flu by wearing a mask, sanitizing hands regularly, & practicing physical distancing as much as possible. https://bit.ly/3g5uNr4

Going back to school this year is going to look very different for students & teachers, as COVID-19 has brought many challenges to the classroom. Whether it's learning at home, online, or in the classroom, we wish you all a safe & healthy school year.

We hope you all have a safe & happy holiday today!

As flu season approaches, it's important to know some of the differences between the flu & COVID-19, so you can take the precautions needed to protect yourself & others. Check our site for information on how we're keeping you safe during your next visit with us. https://bit.ly/3592LrQ

It's important to wear a mask around others, practice physical distancing & good hand hygiene to help protect yourself & others from exposure to COVID-19. For more information on how we're keeping you safe during your next visit: https://bit.ly/3g5uNr4