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Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics
Canadian Red Cross Training Partner

First Aid, CPR & BLS Training Near You

Hands-on classes with real dates near you. Certificate within 48 hours and a free 90-day skills retake.

  • ✓ Certificate in 48 hours
  • ✓ Free 90-day retake
  • ✓ Blended or in person
Google
★★★★★ 4.9 · 23,374 Google Company Reviews
  • 99.9% Pass Rate99.9% Pass Rate
  • 200,000+ Certified200,000+ Certified
  • 48-Hr Certificate48-Hr Certificate
  • Canadian Red Cross PartnerCanadian Red Cross Partner
  • WSIB approvedWSIB approved
  • Alberta OHS approvedAlberta OHS approved
  • WCB Nova Scotia recognisedWCB Nova Scotia recognised
How it works

Certified in three simple steps

  1. 1Pick a date

    Choose a class near you, in person or blended (theory online first).

  2. 2Learn hands-on

    Practise on adult, child and infant manikins and AED trainers.

  3. 3Certified in 48 hours

    Your Canadian Red Cross certificate arrives within 48 hours. Not ready? A free skills retake within 90 days.

Why Coast2Coast

Why students in Canada choose Coast2Coast

How we compare with other training providers.

Coast2Coast compared with other providers in Canada
FeatureCoast2CoastOther providers
Workplace rulesCourses that meet WSIB (Ontario), Alberta OHS and WCB Nova Scotia requirementsNot always recognised for your province
Canadian Red CrossCanadian Red Cross recognized, ranked Top 3 Training Partner, provincial & nationalNot always Canadian Red Cross recognized or nationally ranked
Certificate speedDigital certificate within 48 hoursUp to 10 business days
Skills retakeFree 90-day skills practice retakeNo free retake
Course availability100+ courses every week across our locationsFewer course dates each week
Learning formatBlended or fully in personTraditional all-day format
Student reviews

Real reviews from real students

Google reviews from Coast2Coast students across Canada.

Google Reviewer
S K
3 hours ago
Great instructor, enjoyed the course
Photo from customer reviewPhoto from customer review
Response from the owner:Thank you for the rating, S K! ⭐ We hope to see you in Kitchener for your next recertification. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Jannah Mira Dumali
4 hours ago
My instructor today, Tracy, made training so much fun to learn. Not only was she informative, she was also lively and absolutely funny. I've had CPR training before but this one in particular was the best I've ever had.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Jannah! 🎉 We agree, Tracy is fantastic at keeping class lively, funny, and full of great information. Hearing that this was the best CPR/AED training you've ever had means so much to us, and we are glad you had such a great time in Burlington. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Jason Varghese
5 hours ago
I have always enjoyed the Coast to Coast BLS course but having Kia as our instructor made it more educational. I have had Kia for the past two years and thoroughly enjoyed his expertise!
Google Reviewer
All Natural Fitness Coach
5 hours ago
Mr. Ali was a very knowledgeable and VERY helpful instructor. Interactive and thoughtful.
Response from the owner:Thank you, All Natural Fitness Coach! 💪 We agree, Mr. Ali does a fantastic job keeping training interactive and thoughtful. It's great to hear you had such a good experience completing your Standard First Aid in North York. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Francisco Gadea
6 hours ago
Joyal is a very good trainer 💯
Response from the owner:Thank you, Francisco! 🎉 We agree, Joyal is a great trainer who makes learning Standard First Aid clear and engaging. So glad you had such a positive experience with us in Kitchener. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Alexei Morozov
6 hours ago
Ali is a great instructor!
Google Reviewer
David -
6 hours ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the rating, David! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you in North York for your next recertification. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Daryl Pascual
6 hours ago
Response from the owner:Thanks for the support, Daryl! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you in North York for your next Red Cross certification. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Britw Britwag
6 hours ago
Ali was my instructor, he made the course easy to understand and was very hands on and helpful with any question you have. Overall had a good experience and learned alot
Response from the owner:Thank you for the review, Britw! 🎉 We agree, Ali is wonderful at keeping things hands-on and answering every question to make the course easy to understand. We are so glad you had a great time completing your Standard First Aid training in North York. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Arshnav
6 hours ago
Love this course. It was so efficient, well organized and the instructor was really engaging and knowledgeable.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Arshnav! 🎉 We're so glad you found our Standard First Aid course in Kitchener to be efficient and well organized. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Taylor Schembri
7 hours ago
Selina was incredibly informative with the perfect amount of wit. She gave great examples and demonstrations of what to expect/do in certain situations that helped me feel more prepared if said situations were to arise. Thank you!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Taylor! 🎉 We agree, Selina is wonderful at using wit and clear demonstrations to help everyone feel prepared. So glad you had a great experience during your Standard First Aid course in North York. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Terry Skinner
7 hours ago
Very involved and knowledgeable. Life experiences add to presentation.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Terry! 🙏 We're so glad you appreciated how real life experiences added value to your Standard First Aid training in North York. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Daniel Ferguson
7 hours ago
Man Ali is the best
Response from the owner:Thank you, Daniel! 💪 We agree, Ali is the best at guiding students through their Red Cross certification. So glad you had a great experience in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Cary Chousky
7 hours ago
Ali presentation was well thought out and delivered extremely well.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Cary! 🎉 We agree that Ali delivers his presentation extremely well, making your Standard First Aid class in North York a great experience. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Abishan Ainkaran
9 hours ago
My instructor Ali has been very helpful with teaching CPR and First Aid.
Response from the owner:Thanks, Abishan! 🎉 We agree, Ali is great at making Standard First Aid clear and engaging. We're glad you had such a positive experience in North York. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Lisa Wu
15 hours ago
Learn a lot during the session.
Response from the owner:Thanks so much, Lisa! ⭐ We are glad to hear you learned a lot during your Standard First Aid session in Richmond Hill. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Lisah
1 day ago
Selina Rawe is an excellent instructor!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Lisah! 🎉 We agree that Selina Rawe is an excellent instructor, and we are glad you enjoyed getting your Red Cross certification with her in Scarborough. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Tenzin Dolma
1 day ago
The instructor Ali is so good and his t ex aging is way above expectations. Engages all the students and I loved it
Response from the owner:Thank you, Tenzin! 🎉 We agree, Ali is fantastic at keeping everyone engaged and exceeding expectations. We're glad you had a great experience completing your Standard First Aid training in North York. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Ammar Osman
1 day ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for choosing us, Ammar! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you in North York for your next recertification. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Jema Otto
1 day ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great rating, Jema! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you in North York for your next recertification. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Sole
1 day ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast, Sole! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you in North York for your next recertification. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Nazia Hussain
1 day ago
Mr. Dimtri Lauflur is the best CPR trainer i have ever had. He is extremely informative, engaging and makes the class fun to learn.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Nazia! 🎉 We agree, Mr. Dimitri Lauflur is amazing at making CPR/AED training so engaging and fun to learn. So glad you had a great experience in Brampton. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Andie Ritchie
2 days ago
clear and concise instruction.
Google Reviewer
Gabriel Alan Collins
2 days ago
Excellent experience with Coast2Coast First Aid/CPR in Calgary. The training was well organized, engaging, and informative. The instructor explained everything clearly, answered questions thoroughly, and made the practical exercises approachable and useful. I left feeling much more confident in my first aid and CPR skills. Highly recommended
Google Reviewer
Shafina
2 days ago
It was an absolute pleasure attending, Selina Rawe's, Intermediate First Aid Training. The consideration she carries with how each individual person learns is very appreciated. Her witty personality and sense of humor made the session that much more enjoyable.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Shafina! 🎉 We agree, Selina Rawe is wonderful at adapting to different learning styles, and her sense of humor really makes the class engaging. We are so glad you enjoyed your Red Cross certification course in Brampton. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Student stories

Hear it from our students

Awards

A Top 3 Canadian Red Cross Training Partner

Recognised in 2023, 2024 and 2025.

  • National First Aid & CPR Provider 2025 — Canadian Red Cross2025 National First Aid & CPR Provider
  • National Professional Responder Provider 2025 — Canadian Red Cross2025 National Professional Responder Provider
  • Top 3 National Training Provider 2025 — Canadian Red Cross2025 Top 3 National Training Provider
  • Top 3 Provincial Training Provider 2025 — Canadian Red Cross2025 Top 3 Provincial Training Provider
  • National First Aid & CPR Provider 2024 — Canadian Red Cross2024 National First Aid & CPR Provider
  • National Professional Responder Provider 2024 — Canadian Red Cross2024 National Professional Responder Provider
  • Top 3 National Training Provider 2024 — Canadian Red Cross2024 Top 3 National Training Provider
  • Top 3 Provincial Training Provider 2024 — Canadian Red Cross2024 Top 3 Provincial Training Provider
Questions

Frequently asked questions

Are your first aid courses WSIB approved?

Yes. Our Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C training is WSIB approved, which is the certification most Ontario employers ask for. You receive a Canadian Red Cross certificate valid for three years.

When do I get my certificate?

Your certificate is issued within 48 hours of finishing the course. You get a digital copy you can send to an employer straight away, and it stays available in your Red Cross account.

What is the difference between blended and full classroom?

Blended means you complete the theory online at your own pace at home, then come in for the hands-on day. Full classroom covers everything in person. The certificate is identical either way — pick whichever fits your schedule.

How long is my certification valid?

Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C is valid for three years. Basic Life Support (BLS) is valid for one year, because healthcare employers require an annual renewal.

Can I take a recertification course instead of the full course?

You can recertify if your current certificate is still valid or expired by no more than 90 days, and it was issued by the Canadian Red Cross or an equivalent provider. Bring it with you on the day. If it expired more than 90 days ago you need the full course again.

What should I bring and wear?

Bring photo ID, your existing certificate if you are recertifying, and your online completion record if you booked a blended course. Wear comfortable clothes — you will be kneeling on the floor for the CPR practice.

Can I reschedule or transfer my booking?

Yes — contact us before your class date and we will move you to another date or another location. Our team can also transfer a seat to a colleague if you booked for your workplace.

Where do I park at your location?

Parking and arrival details for this site are listed in the location section on this page, along with directions and transit access. If anything is unclear, call us before your class and we will walk you through it.

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