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05/09/2026

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05/08/2026

🚨 CARLETON PLACE 🚨

Right here in Carleton Place, we’re proud to provide trusted, hands-on first aid training for our community. At 13 First Aid, we believe first aid education should be more than just a certificate, it should build real confidence. 💪

As a proud Canadian Red Cross Training Partner, we deliver high-quality courses that meet provincial and federal guidelines and WSIB requirements.

Why train with us?
✔️ Modern, fully equipped training facility right here in Carleton Place
✔️ Experienced instructors with real-world backgrounds in nursing, first response, ski patrol & more
✔️ Hands-on, engaging classes designed to build confidence
✔️ A wide range of courses for workplace and personal certification needs

Whether you need certification for work, school, or simply want to be prepared for life’s unexpected moments, now’s the perfect time to register.

📍 Train close to home
🅿️ Free parking
🗓️ Regular public courses available throughout May & June
🌐 Quick and easy registration at 13firstaid.com/courses/

Spots fill quickly! Reserve your seat today and head into summer feeling prepared and confident! ☀️

Stay Safe and see you in class!
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05/08/2026

🚨 STITTSVILLE & KANATA 🚨

Join us on Saturday, May 30th and get your first aid training done!

Whether you’re an individual, part of a workplace, or a healthcare provider, this is a great opportunity to get certified or recertified with CPR-C & AED training locally, close to home, with free parking.

Limited spaces remaining so book soon!
🔹 CPR-C & AED – 13firstaid.com/cpr/
🔹 Emergency First Aid, CPR-C, & AED – 13firstaid.com/efa/
🔹 Marine Basic First Aid – 13firstaid.com/marine/
🔹 RECERT CPR-C & AED – 13firstaid.com/rcpr/
🔹 RECERT Standard First Aid – 13firstaid.com/rsfa/
🔹 Standard First Aid, CPR-C, & AED – 13firstaid.com/sfa/

Don’t miss this convenient, local, and essential training opportunity to be ready when it matters most. ✨

Reach out with any questions or to find the right course for you!

05/08/2026

Prepared together.

Does your family have a home fire escape plan?
A fire can spread quickly, often leaving only minutes to get out safely. Take time to plan 2 ways out of every room, make sure everyone knows how to call 911, and choose a safe meeting place outside the home. Practice your escape plan regularly — especially with children — so everyone knows what to do in an emergency.
Working smoke alarms and a practiced escape plan can save lives. 🚒🔥

05/08/2026

❗️Next week❗️
Register your kids now for a spot in the Babysitter's Course in Barry's Bay!

📢 BARRY'S BAY! 📢

Looking for a productive and empowering PA Day for your child on Friday, May 15th?

Join us in Barry's Bay at the Paul J. Yakabuski Community Centre for the Red Cross Babysitter’s Course! It's the perfect way to help youth get ready for summer opportunities! 😎

If your child is hoping to earn extra money babysitting on weekends, evenings, or during school breaks, (or maybe start a little business this summer) earning their Red Cross Babysitter certification gives them:
✅ Practical childcare skills
✅ Confidence to handle emergencies
✅ Strong decision making & leadership abilities
✅ A competitive edge when families are hiring

They’ll walk away feeling capable, prepared, and ready to take on babysitting opportunities with confidence: a valuable investment in their independence, leadership, and future job opportunities. 🫶

Spots fill quickly so be sure to register and reserve their spot!
👉13firstaid.com/babysit/

05/07/2026

🔔 Today! 🔔

Today, there will be a routine test of the Alert Ready emergency alerting system. The test message will be distributed over TV, radio & compatible wireless devices. It will occur at 1:55 PM EDT. Please visit alertready.ca for more information.

05/07/2026

05/07/2026

Do you have your 72 Hour Bag ready in case of emergency?

🚨 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 | 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟑–𝟗 🚨
Being prepared can make all the difference.

𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 (𝗘𝗣 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸) is a national awareness initiative that encourages everyone to take simple steps to protect themselves, their loved ones, and their community during an emergency. This year’s provincial theme is 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 - because preparedness starts at home and strengthens communities.

One of the most important steps you can take is to 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗸𝗶𝘁. Every household should have supplies to be self sufficient for 𝗮𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝟳𝟮 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 following an emergency - including items for children and pets.

✅ 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐊𝐢𝐭 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭:
• 💧 Water — 2 litres per person, per day
• 🥫 Non perishable food (canned goods, energy bars, dried foods)
• 🔑 Manual can opener
• 🔦 Wind up or battery flashlight (plus extra batteries)
• 📻 Wind up or battery radio (plus extra batteries)
• ⛑ First aid kit
• 🔑 Extra car and house keys
• 💵 Cash, travellers’ cheques, and change
• 📄 Important documents (ID, insurance, banking info)

➕ 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴:
• Extra water for cooking and cleaning
• Change of clothing and sturdy footwear
• Sleeping bags or warm blankets
• Toiletries and personal hygiene items
• Hand sanitizer, toilet paper, and garbage bags
• Phone charger or prepaid phone card
• Infant and pet supplies
• Prescription medications and medical equipment
• Activities for children
• Basic tools, duct tape, and a whistle
• Candles and matches (use safely)
• Household bleach or water purification tablets

📌 𝙏𝒊𝙥: If you already have an emergency kit, EP Week is the perfect time to check expiry dates, replace used items, and update supplies as your family’s needs change.

05/05/2026

Emergency Preparedness Week is here! 🚨🙌
(May 3 to 9)

At 13 First Aid, we believe preparedness isn’t just a one-time task: it’s an ongoing cycle of planning, training, and equipping yourself to respond when it matters most.

Emergencies can happen anytime. Being ready means you can protect your family, your workplace, and your community while reducing risk and damage.

Start at home: 🏠
Make sure your household can stay safe and self-sufficient for at least 3 days.
Include essentials like:
✔️ Water & non-perishable food
✔️ Medications & personal items
✔️ Flashlight & battery-powered radio
✔️ First aid kit

Make a family plan: 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒
✔️ Identify local risks (storms, floods, power outages)
✔️ Choose a safe meeting place
✔️ Talk with your kids about what to do in an emergency

Be proactive at work: 💼
✔️ Establish evacuation procedures
✔️ Maintain updated emergency contact lists
✔️ Train your team and run drills regularly

Preparedness is also a great opportunity to start important conversations at home and build confidence in your kids.

A simple first step? Ensure you have a well-stocked first aid kit and a ready-to-go 72-hour emergency kit.
Find tips and advice on how to get started in the comments 👇

Let’s work together to build safer homes, stronger workplaces, and more resilient communities.

Be Prepared and Stay Safe!
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05/04/2026

May 4th is International Firefighters’ Day. 🚒

A sincere thank you to the dedicated local fire departments across the Ottawa Valley. Your commitment to training, readiness, and protecting our communities does not go unnoticed.

We’re grateful for everything you do to keep us safe, today and every day. 🫶

05/04/2026

A quick but important reminder for families.

This past weekend, the Arnprior Fire Department responded to an unauthorized fire in Gillies Grove, a protected area cared for by the Nature Conservancy of Canada. Two youth had started a small fire inside a wooden fort. Thankfully, it was reported and safely extinguished.

This could have ended very differently.

It’s a good time to talk with your kids about fire safety. Fire is not a toy, and even small fires can spread quickly.

A simple conversation today can prevent a serious emergency tomorrow.

Stay Safe!
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On Saturday, May 2 at approximately 6:00 PM - the Arnprior Fire Department was required to respond for a report of an unauthorized outdoor fire in the Gillies Grove, an old-growth forest owned and protected by the Nature Conservancy of Canada.

An adult observed two children (estimated ages 11–13) tending to a small fire inside a wooden fort which was constructed. Upon discovery the youth fled the area and the adult resident promptly notified the fire department and attempted to extinguish the fire. Crews from the Arnprior Fire Department responded and ensured the fire was fully extinguished.

Residents are reminded that fires are strictly prohibited in this area. This type of activity presents a significant risk and could result in devastating consequences.

While we understand and appreciate that building forts and outdoor play are important parts of childhood, lighting fires—especially in prohibited areas and without responsible adult supervision—can have serious and far-reaching impacts.

We ask parents, guardians, and our local educators to share this message about fire safety to help us protect our community.

Access to public education resources are available on www.arnprior.ca.

To schedule a station or classroom visit to help reinforce the importance of safe fire behaviours, email afd.general@arnprior.ca

If you have concerns that your child may be experimenting with fire-play help is available. Please contact the Fire Prevention Office of the Arnprior Fire Department at 613-623-4231 ext. 2.

Arnprior Fire Department