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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
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★★★★★ 4.9 · 23,400 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.

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Parminder kaur
6 hours ago
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R Chae
7 hours ago
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Sarah Harrow
7 hours ago
Great class, great humor and very informative
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Christina Saucier
7 hours ago
Ali was a great instructor. He was very knowledgeable and made the class enjoyable
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t s
7 hours ago
Ali was an exceptional instructor.
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Daryl Cabanban
7 hours ago
Ali is a perfect Instructor to us. He teach us well
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Evi C
10 hours ago
Fatima was truly impressive. Her class offered both informative content and interactive engagement. The hands-on guidance reflected patience and professionalism. I would use coast to coast solely to attend her sessions again.
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Renáta Szabó
23 hours ago
It was a very throughly conducted course. Ali was very knowledgeable, helpful and informative about all the course material. He made the test go a lot smoother thanks to all the knowledge he passed on throughout the day.
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David Kim
1 day ago
Thanks to best instructors Ali! He is very knowledgeable and make the classes easy but you will get all the stuff you need
Response from the owner:Thank you, David! ⭐ We agree, Ali is fantastic at keeping things easy to understand while giving you all the tools you need for your Standard First Aid training in Newmarket. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Amirsaman Hosseini
1 day ago
I had such an amazing time and Ali was very easy to understand and helpful at all times
Response from the owner:Thank you, Amirsaman! 🎉 We're so glad you had a great experience and that Ali was so helpful and easy to understand during your Standard First Aid course in Newmarket. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Heather Smith
1 day ago
This was such a great experience! Ali was such an incredible and engaging instructor!!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Heather! 🎉 We agree, Ali is fantastic at keeping the class engaging and making the material stick. We're so glad you had such a great experience with your Standard First Aid training in Newmarket. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Maddy
1 day ago
I just finished a CPR/First Aid training with Tracy and she was the BEST! Very engaging and she’s hilarious.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Maddy! 🎉 We agree, Tracy is fantastic at making Standard First Aid training both engaging and hilarious. We are so glad you had a great experience with us in Hamilton! If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Brampton West -Regional Sadr
1 day ago
Response from the owner:Thanks for the great rating, Brampton West -Regional Sadr! ⭐ We hope to see you in Brampton for your next recertification. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Gursaanjh Warring
1 day ago
Hassan was amazing 🤩
Response from the owner:Thank you, Gursaanjh! 🎉 We agree, Hassan is amazing at making Red Cross certification easy to follow. 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
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Howard & Elyse Kirsh
1 day ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the rating, Howard & Elyse! ⭐ We hope to see you in North York for your next recertification. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Sher Sandhu
1 day ago
I took my first aid and CPR training at Coast2Coast and had a great experience. The service was well above what I expected, and I left feeling confident in what I'd learned. The instructors know their material, explain things clearly, and were polite and patient with every question. There was plenty of hands-on practice, and the class ran smoothly from start to finish. I'd highly recommend Coast2Coast to anyone who needs first aid training.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Sher! 🎉 We're so glad to hear you left feeling confident and enjoyed the hands-on practice. It was a pleasure hosting you for your Standard First Aid course in North York. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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S K
2 days 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
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Jannah Mira Dumali
2 days 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
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Jason Varghese
2 days 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!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Jason! 🎉 We agree, Kia is fantastic and brings so much expertise to his BLS Provider classes. It is great to hear you have enjoyed learning with him in Newmarket over the past two years. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
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All Natural Fitness Coach
2 days 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
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Francisco Gadea
2 days 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
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Alexei Morozov
2 days ago
Ali is a great instructor!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Alexei! 🎉 We agree, Ali is a great instructor and makes earning your Red Cross certification engaging and straightforward. We're glad you had such a positive experience in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
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David -
2 days 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
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Daryl Pascual
2 days 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
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Britw Britwag
2 days 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
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.

Book your class today

Real class dates, Canadian Red Cross certification and a free 90-day skills retake.