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For over 110 years, SJA has empowered safer communities across BC and the Yukon, through first aid training, emergency response and community services.

As Canada’s leading first aid and safety charity, St. John Ambulance remains committed to our history of caring for and saving lives. Building on over 900 years of tradition, St. John Ambulance partners with individuals and organizations to provide first aid, CPR, and AED training and safety products. As a self-funded charity, training and product proceeds support our community service programs, which include the Medical First Responder, Therapy Dog, and Youth Program. In British Columbia and Yukon, we serve our communities through a network of 19 branches, where we train over 65,000 students each year in first aid and emergency response. Our 2000+ volunteers provide first aid to keep their communities safe at public events and during natural disasters, improve quality of life through community care for the vulnerable and lonely, and instill leadership and social skills for our youth.

11/06/2025

The Most Important Item You Can Bring to a Holiday Party? Your CPR Training. ❤️

David Valentine’s story about his brother, Tony, is a startling reminder that a life-threatening emergency can strike anywhere, anytime—even while moving house. Tony was in total cardiac arrest outside his friend Molly’s new condo. Because Molly had previously taken First Aid and CPR training, she knew exactly what to do. She immediately started CPR and continued for 15 minutes, coached by 911 dispatch, until the paramedics arrived.

The result? Tony is home, recovering, and David still has his kid brother. "CPR works. Thank you, Molly!"

This November is CPR Month, making it the perfect time to get certified or refresh your skills!

This holiday season, many of us will be hosting or attending gatherings. As a host home, is your family trained to know what to do if an emergency happens to a friend or loved one? If it’s been years since your last certification, those vital seconds in an emergency are when you need muscle memory to kick in—just like it did for Molly.

We can help you refresh your skills in as little as a half-day class. Don't let precious time slip away. Be ready to give the gift of life.

✅Find a course near you and sign up today! https://ow.ly/Qjhp50Xnmsz

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❓DID YOU KNOW? When you train with St. John Ambulance, you're giving back to community. Course registration proceeds directly benefit our volunteer programs, like the Therapy Dog Program and Medical First Responder Program. We appreciate your ongoing support!

11/03/2025

❤️ Save on Safety! For CPR Month we're offering this limited time special. Register for a first aid training course with us and save 20% off a first aid kit or safety supplies.

With fall underway and winter on the way, this is a perfect time to stock up on safety items for your vehicle, home or office.

Shop now using promo code FIRSTAID20: https://ow.ly/q4gX50X88f7

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💚DID YOU KNOW? Each course registration or safety supply sale directly benefits our volunteer initiatives, like the Therapy Dog Program, Medical First Responder Program or Youth Cadet Program. We appreciate your ongoing support!

10/30/2025

A huge paws-up and tail wags to everyone who made the 6th annual Canine Library event a smash hit two weeks ago! 🐾

We're still feeling the warm fuzzies from all the poetry and puppy cuddles at John Hendry Park! To our incredible organizers (including the Vancouver Park Board, Trout Lake Community Centre, and Paws 4 Stories) and the dedicated St. John Ambulance volunteer therapy dog teams—thank you for your tireless commitment. You truly brought the bark to the park and helped foster fantastic relationships between dog lovers and poetry enthusiasts! 📚🐕

Until next year, keep those pages turning and those tails wagging! ❤️ (Photos: These are just a paw-ful of the participants! Cover photo courtesy of Vancouver Public Library)

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Vancouver Public Library Trout Lake Community Centre Vancouver Park Board

10/28/2025

Kids = tiny bosses. 👶 Our Babysitting Course = your survival guide. 😎 Learn the skills, have the fun!

UPCOMING CLASSES IN NANAIMO NOV 10 AND DEC 22

Register today: https://ow.ly/OjuM50XhTlg

10/27/2025

📣VICTORIA RESIDENTS - FIRST AID TRAINING WITH ASL

NOVEMBER 8

We still have seats available for our upcoming Basic First Aid (formerly OFA 1) class with ASL. Please share this post with someone you think may be interested in this accessible course!

✅For more information and to register, email Victoria@sja.ca or call our Customer Care Team at 1.866.321.2651

💚DID YOU KNOW? When you train with St. John Ambulance, proceeds from your course registration support our Therapy Dog Program, allowing us to send more volunteer teams to spread care and joy at senior care homes and other facilities throughout BC and the Yukon. We appreciate your ongoing support!

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10/23/2025

🙏Thanks for the vote of confidence Andrew!

Get 5-star training. Learn more and register for a first aid course today: https://ow.ly/ZzwX50VarwU

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💚PREPARING FOR EMERGENCIES💚 Proceeds from your course registration help ensure volunteers are equipped with the training, tools, and resources they need to respond effectively to crises such as wildfires and floods. Funds are also used to provide access to specialized skills development and critical equipment.

10/20/2025

Are you ready to become a life-saver? 🦸‍♀️

For our friends in the Kelowna and Okanagan Deaf Community, we've got a special course just for you! Our upcoming Emergency First Aid: Community Care certification course in November will be fully supported by ASL Interpreters so you can focus on mastering those critical skills.

It's a fast-paced, 9-hour day that leaves you certified and confident.

Who is this perfect for?

✅Individuals required to have First Aid for work (child care, adult care, support workers).
✅Anyone with a passion for learning how to respond in a crisis.

You'll learn: CPR/AED for adults, children, and infants, severe bleeding control, how to treat medical emergencies like seizures and anaphylaxis, and the new, vital skill of Opioid Poisoning Response with naloxone.

Limited spots available for this accessible session. Grab yours today!

🟢Register online: https://ow.ly/L1Nt50X6uNb

🟢Register by email: Kelowna@sja.ca

🟢Register over the phone toll-free via Customer Care: 1.866.321.2651

❤️DID YOU KNOW? St. John Ambulance is a charitable organization. Every course registration directly supports our community service initiatives like our Therapy Dog Program, which brings joy, care and comfort to senior care homes across BC and the Yukon.

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10/15/2025

🤔 When a cardiac arrest strikes, every second counts. With a cardiac arrest happening in Canada every 9 minutes, and the vast majority (up to 85%) occurring out of hospital, having an AED on hand can be a game-changer.

An AED is an essential tool that can give someone a second chance at life. When used alongside CPR, it significantly boosts the chances of survival. Our modern AEDs are designed for anyone to use, providing clear voice instructions to walk you through the entire process.

Ready to invest in this critical piece of safety equipment? Now is the time. From October 15th to the 31st, you can get a powerful $200 off any of our AEDs.

This isn't just an investment in a device; it's an investment in the safety of those around you. See all our AEDs and get yours before this incredible offer ends! https://ow.ly/BkRT50WZ6BV

💚DID YOU KNOW? When you purchase an AED from St. John Ambulance, proceeds directly benefit our Therapy Dog Program, bringing joy, comfort and unconditional love to senior care homes and other facilities across BC and the Yukon.

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10/09/2025

🏃‍♂️🏃 Thank you, Port Moody Terry Fox Run organizers! On September 14, you not only helped raise vital funds for cancer research but also showed a deep commitment to public safety by having St. John Ambulance Medical First Responder volunteers on hand. Your proactive approach to event safety is a fantastic example for all. 🙏

We're so proud of our St. John Ambulance volunteers who were on-site. Your commitment to empowering safer communities is truly inspiring. 💚 Thank you for dedicating your time and expertise.

As a charitable organization powered by volunteers, St. John Ambulance relies on funding from a few key sources to run our community programs. Our first aid training and sales of first aid kits and supplies, along with direct donations, are what make our work possible, from our Medical First Responder and Youth Programs to our Therapy Dog teams. Thank you for being a part of our mission!

A special thank you to Originelle Designs Photography for all of the great photos!!

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Terry Fox Run - Port Moody Originelle Designs Photography The Terry Fox Foundation

10/06/2025

Pulse check first? No time! Start compressions immediately. Act fast, save lives.

We want to help you build CPR confidence! 🦸‍♂️ Register your training today: https://ow.ly/TXs850V8Fia

💚PREPARING FOR EMERGENCIES💚 Proceeds from your course registration help ensure volunteers are equipped with the training, tools, and resources they need to respond effectively to crises such as wildfires and floods. Funds are also used to provide access to specialized skills development and critical equipment.

10/03/2025

First aid training for the workplace - now available in Chilliwack! 👷‍♀️

Don't miss this chance to get your team certified with trusted, WorkSafeBC-compliant courses from St. John Ambulance. We're offering Basic and Intermediate First Aid courses right in your community. Even better, your course registration helps fund our volunteer community services!

🟢Learn more and register at sja.ca/en/chilliwack-bc

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10/01/2025

💚 It's World Mental Health Day on October 10th! St. John Ambulance is here to help you foster a supportive and resilient workplace.

Our Mental Health and Wellness courses, in partnership with the Mental Health Commission of Canada, give you and your team the tools to build a connected and engaged workplace. These courses address everything from mental health first aid to building resilience and mental fitness.

🟢For a limited time, get $20 off all Mental Health and Wellness courses. This offer is valid from October 1st to the 14th.

Register with the promo code MENTALHEALTH20 at https://sja.ca/en/first-aid-training/mental-health or by calling our Customer Care Team at 1-866-321-2651.

Address

6111 Cambie Street
Vancouver, BC
V5Z3B2

Telephone

+18663212651

Website

http://www.sja.ca/

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