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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.

09/12/2025

Basic First Aid (with ASL) in Victoria, BC - November 2025

Learning life-saving skills should be accessible to everyone. That's why our upcoming Basic First Aid (formerly OFA Level 1) course in Victoria, BC will feature ASL interpreters, ensuring the deaf community can confidently learn these vital skills. 🧏

This WorkSafeBC-approved, 8-hour course, taught by experienced St. John Ambulance instructors, will give you hands-on training in CPR and AED use, plus the knowledge to handle common medical emergencies. You'll walk away with a nationally recognized certificate and the confidence to respond when it counts.

Secure your spot today!

Online: https://ow.ly/Wcay50WPU1f
Email: victoria@sja.ca
Phone: 1-866-321-2651 ext. 5505

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💚DID YOU KNOW? You give back to community when you train with us. Course proceeds directly fund volunteer community initiatives like the Medical First Responder Program and the Therapy Dog Program. We appreciate your ongoing support!

09/11/2025

A Moment with Molly 🐶

Molly is a Mini Long-Haired Dachshund with a very big job. Since joining the St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program in 2023, she has been spreading comfort and calm in her community.

Every time her handler, Roberta, ties on her little St. John Ambulance bandana, Molly knows it’s time to “spread the love.” Together, they visit local hospices and libraries, where Molly’s sweet and joyful presence brings peace, smiles, and connection. Roberta, who is legally blind, says that Molly is more than a Therapy Dog — she is her best companion and ambassador, opening doors with her charm and warming hearts wherever she goes.

Let’s make sure even more children can build confidence reading aloud in libraries, and more patients in hospice care can feel peace and companionship during difficult times — thanks to the love and healing that only a therapy dog can bring.

💚Every $50 you give funds one visit like this. Learn more about our campaign and see Molly's video story, courtesy of Subaru Canada : https://sjaimpact.ca/paws-for-comfort/

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09/09/2025

Life is unpredictable. Be ready for whatever comes your way. Our two-day Standard First Aid course gives you the confidence and skills to act in an emergency. From CPR and AED use to mental health first aid and bleeding control, you'll learn everything you need to make a difference. Empower yourself. Be a lifesaver.

✅Save $10 on our Standard First Aid Course when you register in September. PROMO CODE: 10OFFCLASS

Ready to train? Register online at sja.ca or call our Customer Care team at 1-866-321-2651.

💚DID YOU KNOW? When you train with us, proceeds from your class registration directly benefit our Therapy Dog Program, bringing joy, care and comfort to those who need it most in places like senior care homes, hospitals and schools.

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09/08/2025

COURTENAY AND COMOX RESIDENTS:

👷‍♀️👷‍♂️Do you need advanced first aid certification for work? Our Advanced First Aid course (formerly Occupational First Aid Level 3) has seats still available in our upcoming class at our Courtenay training location.

This Advanced First Aid course is perfect for workers or first aid attendants needing comprehensive training for medium to high hazard workplaces.

✅ 80 hours (10 days) in class
✅ Recognized and approved by WorkSafeBC
✅ No prerequisites required
✅ In-class assessments and final exam

Register now: https://ow.ly/Yyu350WSgTp

💚DID YOU KNOW? When you train with us, your registration fees give back to community. Proceeds directly support our volunteer Medical First Responder Program, helping to boost safety at hundreds of public events across BC and the Yukon. Thank you for your ongoing support!

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09/04/2025

CPR's primary purpose is to circulate blood and oxygen to vital organs, buying time until definitive treatment, like defibrillation (AED), can be provided.

We want to help you build CPR confidence! 🦸‍♂️ Register your training today: https://ow.ly/reLn50V8Fck

💚PROVIDING COMFORT AND CONNECTION - Proceeds from your course registration bring emotional support to schools, hospitals, care homes and other vulnerable populations through therapy dog visits, touching the lives of those who need it most.

09/03/2025

🐕 A therapy dog isn't just a dog—it’s a stress-reliever, a silent friend, and a source of hope.

For the month of September, our Paws for Comfort campaign aims to raise $20,000 to fund more life-changing visits from our dedicated volunteers and their canine companions.

Your donation helps us provide comfort to:

🐶 A lonely senior who needs a moment of connection.
🐶 A student facing stressful exam times.
🐶 A patient recovering from trauma.

Every dollar you give helps us reach our goal and makes a direct impact on someone's well-being.

💚Donate today to help a therapy dog bring joy, comfort, and care: https://sjaimpact.ca/paws-for-comfort/

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09/02/2025

💚Honoured to have our St. John Ambulance volunteers attend the recent 80th anniversary of Victory in the Pacific in Vancouver. We remember and are grateful for the vital contributions of all who served, including our own volunteers who provided first aid training and support during the war.

Photos: Richard N. Liu, MStJ

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08/28/2025

On the heels of National Dog Day 🐕 we wanted to share this heartwarming moment!

Our wonderful therapy dog, Maya, is making a new friend, Heidy, at the Cariboo Memorial Hospital. Heidy is currently undergoing chemo treatments, and Maya, along with her handler Karen, is here to provide some much-needed love and comfort. We are so grateful for the work of these amazing therapy animals and their handlers who bring light to our patients' days.

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💚DID YOU KNOW? You make therapy dog visits like this possible when you register for first aid training with St. John Ambulance, or when you purchase safety supplies from us. Thank you for your ongoing support!

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08/25/2025

Ready to be a workplace hero? 💪

Our new reel reveals the top 5 reasons why becoming a first aid attendant at work is so rewarding! From making a real difference in emergencies to boosting team well-being, it's a chance to step up and ensure everyone's safety. Inspired?

Chat with your HR rep or safety officer, then head over to sja.ca to register for training and become a vital part of a safer workplace!

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💚DID YOU KNOW? When you register for first aid training with us, proceeds directly support our volunteer Medical First Responder Program with the supplies and resources needed to boost safety at public events across BC and the Yukon.

08/20/2025

🚑 If you need Advanced First Aid training (formerly OFA 3) and live in the Tri-Cities area, we have seats left for our September 8th class at our Port Moody branch.

Register now: https://ow.ly/nVhz50WJ17W

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💚DID YOU KNOW? Proceeds from every course registration directly benefit our community volunteer programs like the Therapy Dog Program, providing care and comfort to senior care homes and other facilities across BC and the Yukon.

08/19/2025

😎Confidence is key when you’re responding to an emergency situation, and we can help you build it.

Get 5-star training. Learn more and register for a first aid course today: https://ow.ly/fMie50Varbb

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💚SUPPORTING COMMUNITY FIRST AID💚 Proceeds from your course registration help our volunteer Medical First Responders provide critical first aid services at over 700 community events across B.C. and Yukon every year, ensuring safety and care for thousands of people.

08/15/2025

🏝️ What a fantastic weekend at the recent Tropical Vibes Music Festival in Maple Ridge! From the amazing reggae and island music that had everyone dancing, to the delicious jerk chicken, it was a feast for all the senses.

A big shout-out to the event organizers for making public safety a priority by having the incredible volunteers from St. John Ambulance on site! And a huge thank you to all the volunteer Medical First Responders who dedicated their time and energy to help keep everyone safe. Your commitment allowed thousands in attendance to have a worry-free and fun-filled time. We appreciate you!

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💚DID YOU KNOW? When you take a first aid class with us or purchase safety supplies, proceeds help fund our Community Services initiatives like the Medical First Responder Program. Your support helps improve public event safety!

Cover image courtesy of caribbeanfest.ca

🌴 Maple Ridge Caribbean Festival

Address

6111 Cambie Street
Vancouver, BC
V5Z3B2

Telephone

+18663212651

Website

http://www.sja.ca/

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