Green Shirt Day 2026 campaign was launched in Winnipeg, Manitoba
On April 7, 2026, Canadians from coast to coast will wear green in honour of organ donors and in celebration of the life-saving impact of organ and tissue donation. This year’s Green Shirt Day theme — “One Decision Can Create a Lasting Ripple Effect” — reminds us that a single choice has the power to change countless lives.
Green Shirt Day was inspired by the legacy of Logan Boulet, the Humboldt Broncos defenceman whose decision to register as an organ donor saved six lives following the tragic 2018 bus crash involving the Humboldt Broncos. Logan’s selfless choice sparked what became known nationwide as the “Logan Boulet Effect,” leading to record-breaking numbers of Canadians registering as organ donors.
His story continues to demonstrate how one act of compassion can ripple outward — reaching families, strengthening communities, and offering hope where it’s needed most.
“Every year, Green Shirt Day reminds Canadians that a single act of compassion can have an extraordinary impact,” says Logan’s father, Toby Boulet.
“When someone chooses to become an organ donor, they are not just helping one person – they are creating a ripple that reaches families and entire communities across Canada,” adds his mother, Bernadine Boulet.
A Powerful 2026 Design Rooted in Manitoba
This year’s campaign proudly features the winning artwork from the Green Shirt Day National Logo Design Contest, created by Candace Sernowsky of Lorette West, Manitoba.
“Logan Boulet’s legacy reminds us that one courageous choice can create a ripple felt across communities. This year, I’m especially inspired that the Green Shirt Day design comes from a Manitoban, Candace Sernowsky, whose own story of giving demonstrates how generosity can transform lives,” says Uzoma Asagwara, Minister of Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care. “Manitobans know the power of community, and by registering as organ donors, we can each honour Logan’s spirit while bringing hope and life to families across our province and beyond.”
Her design captures the spirit of movement and legacy through powerful symbols:
- A flying puck
- Crossed hockey sticks
- A green organ donation ribbon
- Logan’s number 27
Together, these elements reflect hope, action, and the enduring ripple Logan’s decision continues to create.
Candace’s connection to organ donation is deeply personal. On September 29, 2025, she donated her left kidney through the Kidney Paired Donation Program in Vancouver. When she discovered she could not directly donate to her cousin due to an antibody mismatch, she chose to enter the paired donation program administered by Canadian Blood Services — a life-changing chain of
donations that allows multiple people to receive transplants.
“I started testing back in February 2024 and was finally able to help my cousin receive a kidney by donating to an unknown person,” says Sernowsky. “My hope is to inspire others to come forward and consider registering as organ donors. This process offers someone a better life — and knowing you can make that happen through organ donation makes it all worth it.”
Her generosity perfectly embodies this year’s theme: one decision can indeed create a lasting ripple effect.
A Call to Action for All Canadians
Today, more than 4,000 Canadians are waiting for a life-saving transplant. Tragically, approximately 250 people die each year while waiting.
Green Shirt Day 2026 aims to inspire Canadians not only to register their donation decision but also to talk to four more people about it. Registration is critical — but so is conversation.
Families need to know your wishes.
The Boulet family, the Canadian Transplant Association, Canadian Blood Services, The Kidney Foundation of Canada, and Canada’s organ and tissue donation community are urging Canadians in every province and territory to:
- Register as organ and tissue donors through their provincial or territorial registry.
- Talk to family and friends about their donation wishes.
- Wear green on April 7 and share messages of hope and awareness.
Businesses, schools, and sports teams are also encouraged to host activations — whether in workplaces, classrooms, or at game-day events — to spark meaningful conversations about organ donation.
Wear Green. Spark Conversations. Create Ripples.
Green Shirt Day shirts are now available, with proceeds supporting Green Shirt Day initiatives, the Canadian Transplant Association, and the Logan Boulet Endowment Fund.
Every shirt worn is more than a symbol. It’s a conversation starter. It’s a statement of hope. It’s a visible reminder that one decision can change lives. Order today.
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