Red Cross Notice
As of June 2026, The Red Cross Emergency and Standard First Aid courses will now be called Red Cross Basic & Intermediate First Aid. This is to align to national standards. The course content will not change, however the registration and certificate will reflect the updated naming convention.
featured Courses
With two classrooms, we run several courses a week. We offer a variety of courses from Red Cross and WorkSafeBC.
All of our courses are taught to current national standards for workplace, professional responder, and community first aid.
WorkSafeBC Basic First Aid
1-day WorkSafeBC first aid program.
CRC Basic Life Support CPR
6-hour CPR course designed for professional responders and medical professionals.
WorkSafeBC Intermediate First Aid
2-day WorkSafeBC first aid program.
CRC Basic First Aid
1-day Red Cross first aid program designed for community and workplace responders.
Biker Down
A free course designed for motorbike enthusiasts.
CRC Intermediate First Aid
2-day Red Cross course giving attendants more skills and abilities in first aid situations.
who we are
20+ years of proven expertise in training and first aid
20 +
years of
experience
We are a dedicated group of individuals with a passion for providing the best first aid training and support possible. Our team has over 50 years of first aid field experience and over 20 years of training and instruction expertise. We believe in making the learning experience engaging and rewarding, with practical skills exercises and an openness to learning and engagement.
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Pleasant and well supplied, up-to-date equipment. Great learning environment and experience. Friendly, patient and excellent instructor. Would recommend. Thanks David
Lynne Melville
June 27, 2026This workplace first aid training was exceptionally well-structured, practical, and highly relevant to everyday office and field environments. The course managed to strike the perfect balance between serious life-saving theory and hands-on, interactive practice. I left the session feeling genuinely confident in my ability to respond to a medical emergency.
Alida Volek
June 27, 2026Very good! Friendly staff. Worked well with my schedule compared to other bls training in the area. Offers BLS recerts. Happy to have this as an option 😊
Jody Silzer
June 15, 2026 -
The training is very helpful. Thank you for coming to the site.
Kelvin Yuan
June 24, 2026I recently completed my First Aid course with Todd as the instructor, and it was a great experience. Todd was very knowledgeable, professional, and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. He made the class engaging and took the time to answer everyone’s questions.
I highly recommend this First Aid course, especially if Todd is the instructor. Thank you for making the class both informative and enjoyable!
Muneetpal Singh
June 2, 2026Very enlightening training and fun at the same time.
Kent Breathe
June 24, 2026 -
Really great experience. Been a first aider for years for work and taken tons of courses. This is by far the nicest place I’ve been in, so clean and bright. Instructor made the class fun. You could tell he’d done lots of ‘real first aid’ work and didn’t just teach it, he made it relatable for the real world. Definitely would recommend this place.
FACS in Film
May 26, 2026It is a wonderful class where you can feel his passion, and he teaches accurately and clearly. I will never forget my CPR class. Thank you, Todd.
Su yeon Jo
June 25, 2026It was really good place to know about First aid stuffs.
Jinwoo Lee
June 25, 2026
frequently asked questions
Your questions, answered with clarity and confidence.
1. What courses do you offer?
We specialize in workplace first aid, community first aid, and professional responder training. We teach courses from WorksafeBC, Canadian Red Cross, and others. Our courses range from adult CPR (CPR-A) up to Emergency Medical Responder (CRC-EMR).
2. Do you have payment options?
We accept Credit Card, e-Transfer, and Cash on-site. If you would like to take a course, but need payment arrangements, we can help. Please contact us to discuss the options that are right for you.
3. How do you ensure confidentiality and data security?
We never share your personal information unless required by law. Your information will not be given to any third party. We also do not spam you with emails.
4. I can’t see the course I need on the list?
Some courses run more frequently than others. If you need a course that is not currently listed in our course calendar, please contact us and we may be able to schedule you into an equivalent course, or even create one if demand is there.
5. Do you offer first aid services for events?
We don’t just teach first aid, we also are active first aid attendants in the community. Do you have an event that requires a first aid attendant? We can help. We have a team of trained and vetted individuals that may be able to work your event. We have experience working for sports events, community events, concerts and festivals, and more. Contact us for more information.
6. Can I buy first aid equipment from you?
Absolutely, we carry a variety of supplies and options to meet your needs. Do you want to buy a ready made kit? We got it! Want to build your kit from the ground up? We can do that. Want just some restock items? Lets make it happen. Contact us for details.
7. Do your courses meet provincial regulatory requirements?
Our courses, from Basic First Aid and up, meet workplace first aid standards; we teach our programs in accordance with CSA and WorksafeBC regulations. Are you a BLS student? Our BLS program meets Canadian Red Cross guidelines and are taught as a stand alone course to provide the best learning experience possible.
8. Can you teach a course in our workplace or community?
We will happily come to you to teach a course. Our instructors are readily able to visit any location on Vancouver Island, the Lower Mainland, or even Interior BC. Some limitations or rules apply. Please call or email us for more information.
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| Qualitative Mask Fit Testing | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Emergency Childcare First Aid with CPR-B | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Qualitative Mask Fit Testing | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| WorkSafeBC Transportation Endorsement | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| CPR A with AED | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross Intermediate First Aid – formerly Standard First Aid CPR-C with AED | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross Basic First Aid – formerly Emergency First Aid with CPR C | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| CPR C with AED | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| CPR C with AED | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross Basic First Aid – formerly Emergency First Aid with CPR C | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| WorkSafeBC Basic First Aid (Formerly OFA1) | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| WorkSafeBC Intermediate First Aid (formerly OFA2) | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross – Blended Emergency and Standard First Aid & Recert | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Qualitative Mask Fit Testing | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| CPR A with AED | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| CPR C with AED | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross Intermediate First Aid – formerly Standard First Aid CPR-C with AED | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross Basic First Aid – formerly Emergency First Aid with CPR C | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Qualitative Mask Fit Testing | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Qualitative Mask Fit Testing | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| WorkSafeBC Intermediate First Aid (formerly OFA2) | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| WorkSafeBC Basic First Aid (Formerly OFA1) | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Qualitative Mask Fit Testing | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross – Blended Emergency and Standard First Aid & Recert | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Basic Life Support – BLS Recertification | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross Basic First Aid – formerly Emergency First Aid with CPR C | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross Intermediate First Aid – formerly Standard First Aid CPR-C with AED | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| CPR C with AED | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| CPR A with AED | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Basic Life Support (formerly CPR-HCP) | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Qualitative Mask Fit Testing | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross – Blended Emergency and Standard First Aid & Recert | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| CPR A or C – Recertification | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| CPR A or C – Blended | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Qualitative Mask Fit Testing | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Emergency Childcare First Aid with CPR-B | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| WorkSafeBC Basic First Aid (Formerly OFA1) | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| WorkSafeBC Intermediate First Aid (formerly OFA2) | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Basic Life Support (formerly CPR-HCP) | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Qualitative Mask Fit Testing | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| WorkSafeBC Advanced First Aid (Formerly OFA3) | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| CPR A with AED | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| CPR C with AED | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross Basic First Aid – formerly Emergency First Aid with CPR C | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross Intermediate First Aid – formerly Standard First Aid CPR-C with AED | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Qualitative Mask Fit Testing | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross – Blended Emergency and Standard First Aid & Recert | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross Basic First Aid – formerly Emergency First Aid with CPR C | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| CPR C with AED | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| CPR A with AED | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Qualitative Mask Fit Testing | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Basic Life Support – BLS Recertification | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Basic Life Support (formerly CPR-HCP) | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Qualitative Mask Fit Testing | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| WorkSafeBC Basic First Aid (Formerly OFA1) | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| WorkSafeBC Intermediate First Aid (formerly OFA2) | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Qualitative Mask Fit Testing | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Qualitative Mask Fit Testing | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross Basic First Aid – formerly Emergency First Aid with CPR C | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross Intermediate First Aid – formerly Standard First Aid CPR-C with AED | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Qualitative Mask Fit Testing | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross – Blended Emergency and Standard First Aid & Recert | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Qualitative Mask Fit Testing | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross Intermediate First Aid – formerly Standard First Aid CPR-C with AED | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross Basic First Aid – formerly Emergency First Aid with CPR C | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| CPR C with AED | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Qualitative Mask Fit Testing | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Emergency Medical Responder – Full & Recertification | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Basic Life Support – BLS Recertification | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Qualitative Mask Fit Testing | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| CPR C with AED | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Qualitative Mask Fit Testing | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross – Blended Basic First Aid & Recert | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| Red Cross Basic First Aid – formerly Emergency First Aid with CPR C | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| WorkSafeBC Advanced First Aid (Formerly OFA3) | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| WorkSafeBC Advanced First Aid (Formerly OFA3) | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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| WorkSafeBC Advanced First Aid (Formerly OFA3) | Vancouver Island Office – 605 Discovery Street |
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