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First Aid & CPR/AED Training in Vanier

Vanier's trusted Canadian Red Cross training partner for first aid and CPR certification, CPR training classes in Ottawa East, BLS, emergency response, and recertification courses. WSIB approved provider serving Vanier, Ottawa East, and the National Capital Region at our training facility on Rideau Street.

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First Aid and CPR/AED Courses in Vanier

Coast2Coast delivers a Red Cross first aid course, CPR/AED Level C, Basic Life Support (BLS), and EMR training for learners in Vanier and across Ottawa East. Programs follow the WSIB approved first aid training Ottawa employers expect, and every class is taught by a certified Canadian Red Cross instructor. Join the waitlist for our next course dates at the Rideau Street facility.

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First Aid & CPR/AED Level C

Blended & Recertification
📅 Online theory at home | 🏫 1 day in-person skills | 📋 3-year certificate

Courses Offered

  • Intermediate/Standard First Aid with CPR/AED Level C
  • Basic/Emergency First Aid with CPR/AED Level C
  • CPR/AED Level C
  • Intermediate/Standard First Aid with CPR/AED Level C Recertification
  • CPR/AED Level C Recertification

Our blended program is the common WSIB choice for Vanier workplaces and is accepted on many school and workplace forms. Students finish online theory before attending class for hands-on skills, scenarios, and assessment. Content includes first aid principles and Level C care for adults, children, and infants, with hands-on practice on adult, child, and infant manikins and AED trainers. Canadian Red Cross certificates are issued within 48 hours.

3-Year Certificate Blended & In-Person WSIB Approved Provider Canadian Red Cross

Built for Ontario workplaces, security teams, childcare staff, schools, and participants who need a recognized certificate. Topics include sudden cardiac arrest, cardiovascular emergencies, spinal injuries, medical emergencies, emergency situations, bystander action, pocket mask use, and hands-on AED trainer practice. Healthcare learners who need Basic Life Support should select the BLS card below.

Private Training in Vanier Includes CPR/AED Level C, Emergency, Standard, Intermediate options, and recertification. See private & group bookings for teams of 8+.
  • WSIB Regulation 1101 workplace compliance for Ontario employers
  • Hands-on practice with AED trainers and infant manikins
  • Life saving skills for minor injuries, cardiac arrest, choking, severe bleeding, stroke recognition, and safe emergency treatment
  • Blended options and a full classroom experience for learners who prefer direct instructor support
  • Practical skills, course material review, and a free skills practice retake within 90 days

Who is this for? Ontario workplaces, childcare workers, PSWs, security staff, teachers, office workers, coaches, and construction crews needing a recognized CPR/AED Level C or full first aid certificate.

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Healthcare
🏥 4-hour in-class session | 🧑‍⚕️ Healthcare providers | 📋 1-year certificate

Courses Offered

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Renewal

For healthcare professionals, nursing students, and clinical teams in Vanier. BLS replaced CPR HCP in April 2019 and focuses on high-performance resuscitation, team-based emergency response, opioid overdose response, and advanced skills. Non-clinical roles should book the Standard blended course instead.

Healthcare Focused 1-Year Certificate Initial & Renewal Red Cross Certificate
Available in Vanier Private BLS sessions for healthcare teams. Advancing to paramedic work? Explore Emergency Medical Responder pathway here.
  • Meets clinical and healthcare employer requirements across Vanier and Ontario
  • Adult, child, and infant resuscitation on training manikins, with team-based practice
  • Opioid overdose and trauma response components
  • Initial certification and BLS Renewal options available
  • Certificate within 48 hours of completion

Who is this for? Nurses, nursing students, paramedics, physicians, dental professionals, physiotherapists, respiratory therapists, lifeguards, and pre-hospital care providers in Vanier who need a current BLS card.

Advanced / Professional Pathway

First Responder & EMR Courses in Vanier

Pursuing firefighting, policing, paramedicine, or a responder-level healthcare role? These programs build the advanced emergency care skills required for professional pathways.

EMR courses require 80 hours of in-class training and cover assessment, airway management, spinal injuries, trauma, and team-based care.

  • EMR format80 hours
  • Group options8+ learners
80-hour in-class EMR program for professional responders
Ideal for future firefighters, police applicants, paramedics, and event response teams in Vanier
Advanced emergency care: airway management, spinal injuries, trauma, and team-based care

Professional responder courses

Advanced options for future firefighters, police applicants, paramedic candidates, and event response teams.

Choose your responder pathway

Need group training for your Vanier staff?

We come to your Vanier workplace, school, or organization with all equipment included. Group training is available for 8+ participants, with centralized billing, group registration, and certificates that meet Ontario workplace requirements for First Aid, CPR Level C, and BLS.

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Awards & Recognition

Recognised as a Top 3 Canadian Red Cross Training Partner for 2023, 2024, 2025 consecutively.

Canadian Red Cross Top 3 National Training Provider Award, 2023, 2024 and 2025

Why Vanier Students Choose Coast2Coast for First Aid Training

Vanier workplaces and healthcare teams choose us for first aid courses, CPR certification, and BLS training that meet WSIB requirements. See how Coast2Coast compares to other training providers across Vanier and Ontario, with a free 90-day skills retake included.

Coast2Coast First Aid/CPR & BLS — Vanier compared with other Vanier and Ontario providers
Feature Coast2Coast Vanier Best Choice in Vanier 7 /7 Features met Other Providers Vanier area 0 /7 Features met
WSIB Coast2Coast: WSIB approved provider across all first aid courses Other providers: Limited WSIB approved course options
Canadian Red Cross Coast2Coast: Canadian Red Cross recognized, ranked Top 3 Training Partner, provincial & national Other providers: Not always Canadian Red Cross recognized or nationally ranked
Certificate speed Coast2Coast: Digital certificate within 48 hours Other providers: Up to 10 business days
Skills retake Coast2Coast: Free 90-day skills practice retake Other providers: No free retake
Course availability Coast2Coast: 100+ courses every week across our locations Other providers: Fewer course dates each week
Learning format Coast2Coast: Blended or fully in person Other providers: Traditional all-day format
Healthcare certification Coast2Coast: Basic Life Support (BLS) from the Canadian Red Cross Other providers: CPR/AED only
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Vanier Training Area

About Our Vanier Training Area

Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics is ranked among the Top 3 Canadian Red Cross Training Partners in North America. Founded in 2014, we deliver WSIB-approved First Aid, CPR/AED, BLS, EMR, FR, recertification, instructor programs, and youth programs across 30+ locations. In Vanier, we provide private and group training where our instructors come to your facility. Our nearest public training location is in Ottawa, ON.

Vanier Service Area

Coast2Coast First Aid/CPR — Vanier

Private & group training in the Vanier area
Instructors come to your facility
Coast2Coast head office
180 Steeles Ave W, Unit 225, Thornhill, ON L4J 2L1
Toll Free: 1-866-291-9121
Private training available by appointment.
Public classes available at our Ottawa, ON location.
Private TrainingBLS Available

Other Coast2Coast Locations Near Vanier

If Vanier does not suit your dates, these are the closest Coast2Coast locations, each with its own address, courses and schedule.

Student Reviews

Real Reviews From Real Students

Google reviews from Coast2Coast First Aid students across Canada, in their own words.

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ramy zitouni
10 hours ago
I really enjoyed the course! The instructor was professional, knowledgeable, and explained everything clearly. The training was well organized, practical, and very useful. I learned a lot and highly recommend this first aid course to anyone interested in learning life-saving skills. Thank you for the great experience!
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Samuel Leung
15 hours ago
Hassan was an amazing teacher that gave me confidence and taught me a lot. His class was very fun and interactive, which made learning not only fun but allows you to keep the knowledge and became a very memorable experience!
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Rasan PS
15 hours ago
Lot of things I learned in that class
First aid and CPR training in Vanier, ON
Navreet Kaur Dhami
17 hours ago
Selina was entertaining and taught well. She was very patient and explained every with examples. Loved her class and getting taught by her
Response from the owner:Thank you, Navreet! 🎉 We agree, Selina is fantastic at keeping class entertaining and using clear examples to teach. We are so glad you had a great experience during your CPR/AED training in Burlington. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Eric Dorio
17 hours ago
Selina Rawe was very thorough and funny! I'll take this again next year!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Eric! 🎉 We agree, Selina Rawe is fantastic at keeping her classes thorough and funny. We look forward to seeing you again in Burlington for your recertification next year! Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Инна Росторгуева
17 hours ago
Very good training. Our instructor Selina Rawe was the best.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Инна! 🎉 We agree, Selina Rawe is fantastic at delivering clear and engaging training. We are so glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification with us in Burlington. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Chol Awaw Lual
17 hours ago
Took first aid course with Coast to Coast and had great experience experience with Amandeep Kaur. Learnt life saving skills with great knowledge and hands on experience as the instructor was very knowledgeable. Highly recommended
Response from the owner:Thank you, Chol! 🎉 We agree, Amandeep Kaur is fantastic at providing hands-on experience to help you learn life-saving skills. We're so glad you had a great experience taking Standard First Aid in Edmonton. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Олександр Мельник
18 hours ago
Great blended format! Amandeep Kaul is great instructor.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Олександр! 🎉 We agree, Amandeep Kaul is a fantastic instructor, and we're so glad you enjoyed our blended learning format in Edmonton. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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nkiangu ben
18 hours ago
The training was wonderful. I acquired new skills that will help me in my job and the community. My instructor Amandeep Kaur is excellent in delivering the subject. Thank you.
Response from the owner:Thank you, nkiangu ben! 🎉 We agree that Amandeep Kaur is excellent at delivering the material effectively. It is wonderful to hear that your Red Cross certification provided valuable skills you can use for your job and community in Edmonton. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Monica McKinnon
18 hours ago
The first aid & cpr recertification with instructor Amandeep Kaur was the best first aid of all I have taken. Very interactive, fun and NOT boring. Learnt a lot actually. Thank you!
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Nea Mercado
18 hours ago
Thank you Amandeep Kaur for the excellent training! Highly recommended to take classes. Really helpful!
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Yulian Levit
19 hours ago
Great experience, friendly, helpful and knowledgeable instructor
Response from the owner:Thank you, Yulian! 🎉 We're glad to hear you had a great experience and found your instructor helpful and knowledgeable during your Standard First Aid training in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Dawit Lee
19 hours ago
The education was clear and fast and the whole course was swift and straight to the point
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Response from the owner:Thank you, Dawit! ⭐ We're glad to hear that your course was fast, clear, and straight to the point. It was a pleasure having you join us for Standard First Aid in North York. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
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emilee taylor
19 hours ago
Best experience!! Feel very knowledgeable thanks for the experience.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Emilee! 🎉 We're so glad to hear you walked away feeling knowledgeable after your Standard First Aid course in North York. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Reem Habash
19 hours ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the rating, Reem! ⭐ We hope to see you again 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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Gareth Ainslie
19 hours ago
Great thorough first aid program, CPR dummies have lights that help guide your rhythm which was really helpful
Response from the owner:Thanks for sharing your experience, Gareth! 🎉 We are so glad the feedback lights on our mannequins helped you get the rhythm right during your Standard First Aid course in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Weyimi Agbowu
19 hours ago
Response from the owner:Thank you, Weyimi! ⭐ 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
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Parminder kaur
22 hours ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great rating, Parminder! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you in Burlington for your next Standard First Aid recertification. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
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t s
22 hours ago
Ali was an exceptional and informative instructor.
Response from the owner:Thank you, t s! 🎉 We agree, Ali is an exceptional instructor who makes getting your Standard First Aid certification so informative. We are so glad you had a great experience in Scarborough. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
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R Chae
22 hours ago
Response from the owner:Thank you, R Chae! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you in Burlington for your next recertification. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Sarah Harrow
22 hours ago
Great class, great humor and very informative
Response from the owner:Thank you, Sarah! 🎉 We love hearing that your class was both informative and full of humor. So glad you enjoyed your Standard First Aid course in Burlington. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Janaki Thapa Magar
22 hours ago
Instructer was very helpful and friendly .
Response from the owner:Thank you, Janaki! 🎉 We're so glad to hear your instructor was helpful and friendly during your Standard First Aid training in Scarborough. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Kacey H
22 hours ago
Very well done course. Loved Selina! She really helped make me feel comfortable in her class 🙂 thanks so much!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Kacey! 🎉 We agree, Selina is wonderful at making everyone feel comfortable during their Standard First Aid course in Burlington. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
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adlemi etesor Aquino
22 hours ago
Response from the owner:Thanks for the support, adlemi! ⭐ We hope to see you again in Scarborough for your next Red Cross certification. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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SHWETA PATEL
22 hours ago
It was fun and a good learning experience with Mr. Ali. He kept everyone engaged and encouraged to learn as much as possible.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Shweta! 🎉 We're glad you had such a fun learning experience with Mr. Ali in Scarborough. He really knows how to keep everyone engaged during their Standard First Aid training. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Common Questions

Certification — Frequently Asked Questions

Answers based on Ontario WSIB rules, Canadian Red Cross policy, and Vanier course options.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

BLS is the healthcare provider level, asked for by hospitals, nursing and paramedic programs and most regulated health colleges. Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C is the workplace certification for everyone else. If your employer or school named one specifically, take that one.

EMR is roughly 80 hours of in-class training — it is the professional responder level, a step above workplace first aid, and a common prerequisite for firefighting and paramedic applications. It runs at a limited number of our locations, so check the dates before you book travel.

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.

Arrive about 15 minutes before the start time so we can check your ID and paperwork without holding up the class. Late arrivals can miss required content, which affects certification.

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