LIT First Aid & Lifeguard Training

09/30/2025

Today we honour the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. If you have not had the opportunity to learn about the Residential School system, here is a video you can watch today: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFgNI1lfe0A

09/16/2025

Free swimming lessons for children are available this weekend at the Abbotsford Recreation Centre! Call City of Abbotsford - The Hub Of The Fraser Valley 604-855-0500 to register!

09/13/2025

Today we join the global community in celebrating World First Aid Day—a day dedicated to raising awareness about the life-saving power of first aid.

This year’s theme, “First Aid and Climate Change,” highlights the growing need to adapt our emergency response skills to the realities of a changing climate. From heatwaves and wildfires to floods and storms, first aid can make the difference between life and death.

At LIT First Aid & Lifeguard Training, we are proud to support this initiative by offering inclusive and accessible first aid training for all ages and abilities.

✅ Learn how to respond to climate-related emergencies
✅ Build resilience in your home, workplace, and community
✅ Be part of a movement that saves lives

09/12/2025

Its our World First Aid Week, and with record-high temperatures that have occurred this summer across British Columbia, please take a look at the following chart in your Red Cross manual when assessing a person with a heat-related illness. Knowing the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke could truly save someone's life.

09/11/2025

The City of Richmond - Local Government is hiring an Instructor/Lifeguard 2 works with and provides direction to a team of aquatic staff responsible on any shift for the safety of patrons in the aquatic facilities and the successful delivery and supervision of daily programs and activities as well as the completion of regular maintenance tasks. The initial location of this position is at Watermania. Apply here: https://tre.tbe.taleo.net/tre01/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=TRQS8M&cws=37&rid=2450

09/09/2025

First Aid Week continues! We've been hearing, and seeing, a lot about wildfires lately. Exposure to wildfire smoke can lead to serious health emergencies, and it’s important to know the signs, symptoms, and how to respond.

Symptoms resulting from wildfire smoke exposure can include; Headaches, A mild cough, Production of phlegm, Sore and watery eyes, Nose, throat and sinus irritation.

If you are experiencing symptoms, it’s important to limit your exposure by reducing or stopping outdoor activities and stay indoors. Limit outdoor activities and strenuous physical activities as much as possible.

To learn more about wildfire smoke exposure symptoms, download the IFRC app, or visit the Canadian Red Cross web site here: https://www.redcross.ca/blog/2024/5/breathing-emergencies-wildfire-smoke-and-poor-air-quality

To learn more about first aid for breathing emergencies, take a Red Cross First Aid Course, such Standard First Aid with LIT.

09/08/2025

With World First Aid day coming up on Saturday, now is a good time to download the official First Aid App of The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies. The app includes:

- The latest international First Aid and CPR guidelines.
- Preloaded content ensures instant access to critical information, even without reception or an Internet connection.
- Written in person-first and non-gendered language to promote inclusivity.
- A focus on graphics and artwork to depict skills and techniques to increase accessibility.

Search for "First Aid - IFRC" in the app store or learn more here: https://www.redcross.ca/training-and-certification/first-aid-tips-and-resources/first-aid-app

09/06/2025

This year World First Aid Day 2025 will be on Saturday, September 13th. This year’s theme, “First Aid and Climate Change,” highlights the growing need to adapt our emergency response skills to the realities of a changing climate. From heatwaves to floods, first aid saves lives in climate emergencies. All next week we'll be sharing skills taught in LIT's first aid courses that can save lives in climate emergencies.

09/03/2025

08/29/2025

Over the past year, the city has made several changes to reduce staff members’ exposure to chemicals at Port Coquitlam Community Centre.

Over the past year, the city has made several changes to reduce staff members’ exposure to chemicals at Port Coquitlam Community Centre

08/21/2025

Here are some more recent Google Reviews. Thank you once again for all the positive feedback!