Caring for communities from coast-to-coast St. John Ambulance Canada has more than 15,000 volunteers and coordinates one of the country’s largest volunteer networks. Our volunteers positively impact the lives of millions of Canadians each year.
While the financial contribution of St. John Ambulance community service volunteers could be calculated in millions of dollars, the contribution to the safety of Canadians is immeasurable. When Canadians need them, our volunteers have an unmatched record of answering the call.




Therapy Dog Program
Our Therapy Dog Program brings comfort, joy and companionship to thousands of people throughout Canada each year.

First Aid Response Services
Well-trained and well-equipped, St John Ambulance Medical First Response volunteers are at countless public events to provide basic and advanced medical care when first aid emergencies occur.

Community Emergency Response Program
St. John Ambulance plays a vital role in the critical areas of emergency preparedness and response across Canada when a natural or human disaster strikes.

Youth Programs
Young Canadians have the opportunity to learn first aid and volunteer in their communities, fostering their personal development and commitment to service.




St. John Ambulance Canada is one of Canada’s oldest charitable organizations. In most cases, we do not receive any federal government funding...
The St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program reaches out to thousands of people across Canada on a daily basis bringing comfort, joy and companionship...
St. John Ambulance has played an integral role in the fabric of Canada communities since 1883. While our core services revolve around first aid...