About Us

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About Us

For more than 140 years, St. John Ambulance has been helping Canadians build safer, healthier, and more resilient communities. As Canada's leading provider of first aid and CPR training, we empower individuals with the skills and confidence to respond to emergencies while supporting communities through volunteer programs, health and safety initiatives, and emergency preparedness. 

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About St. John Ambulance

In any disaster, human or natural, St. John Ambulance Canada volunteers are there to offer assistance, expertise, caring and compassion. Our tradition of coming to the aid of Canadian communities...
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About the Order of St. John

The Order of St. John – its full name is The Most Venerable Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem - is one of the world’s oldest humanitarian organizations. This world-wide, non...
St John International

St. John International

St. John is a major international charity which provides first aid, health care and support services in over 40 countries around the world. Together they make up the Order of St. John which is accredited to the United Nations.
St John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital Group

St. John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital

St John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital Group is the only charitable provider of expert eye care in the West Bank, Gaza and East Jerusalem, treating patients regardless of ethnicity, religion or ability to pay.
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10,000
Volunteers

10,000 Volunteers provide one million volunteer hours annually.

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504,000
Canadians Trained Per Year

504,000 Canadians trained in first aid and CPR each year.

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3,500
Instructors

3,500 Certified instructors.

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Proceeds from our training programs support services for seniors, youth, and the community.
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About St. John Ambulance

In any disaster, human or natural, St. John Ambulance Canada volunteers are there to offer assistance, expertise, caring and compassion. Our tradition...

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About The Order of St. John

The Order of St. John – its full name is The Most Venerable Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem – is one of the world’s oldest humanitarian...

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We are committed to saving lives and improving quality of life. Creating healthier communities and empowering people to save lives at work, home and...

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