By Nick Rondinelli, Founder & CEO, Heart2Heart First Aid CPR Services Inc.
Heart2Heart First Aid CPR Services has been proudly training Torontonians for over 25 years — and as a trusted Canadian Red Cross Training Partner, we’re excited to bring you the newly updated 2025 First Aid & CPR Program.
This national program refresh includes major updates that make First Aid and CPR training in Toronto more inclusive, accessible, and evidence-based than ever before.
Why the Update Matters
Every few years, the Canadian Red Cross reviews its program to align with the latest research and best practices in emergency care.
The 2025 update enhances:
- Clinical accuracy and evidence-based care
- Inclusivity and accessibility for all learners
- National consistency across every certified training partner
At Heart2Heart, our Toronto instructors have already completed their Instructor Updates and are ready to deliver these enhanced courses at our downtown training centre and across the GTA.
Key Program Changes for 2025
If you’re enrolling in Standard First Aid & CPR C, Emergency First Aid & CPR C, or a CPR/AED certification course in Toronto, here’s what’s new:
- Simplified choking care steps for safer positioning and clearer instructions.
- Naloxone administration is now part of Standard First Aid only — including intranasal and intramuscular methods.
- Stroke, diabetic emergencies, burns, and minor bleeding are now required practical skills.
- “Mental health crisis” is now referred to as a “mental health emergency”, reflecting compassionate and non-stigmatizing language.
- Updated guidance for workplace first aid attendants, aligning with provincial safety regulations.
- Redesigned learning materials featuring inclusive visuals, diverse representation, and accessible design.
Every update ensures that your CPR and First Aid certification in Toronto meets the highest Canadian Red Cross standards.
Learn with Confidence in the Heart of Toronto
Our downtown Toronto training facility is conveniently located near transit and major intersections, making it easy for individuals and workplaces to access quality training.
We specialize in:
- Standard First Aid & CPR C
- Emergency First Aid & CPR C
- CPR/AED Level C and BLS (Basic Life Support)
- Opioid Overdose Response and Naloxone Training
- Workplace First Aid Training (CSA/OHSA compliant)
Whether you’re a healthcare worker, teacher, parent, or part of a safety team, our certified instructors provide hands-on, engaging, and nationally recognized Red Cross training.
Why Choose Heart2Heart
✅ Over 25 years of Red Cross partnership
✅ Certified Instructor Development Centre
✅ Multiple GTA training locations
✅ Workplace and group training available onsite
✅ Trusted by schools, hospitals, and major employers across Toronto
Register Today
Be among the first to experience the new 2025 Red Cross First Aid & CPR Program.
Visit www.heart2heartcpr.com to register for your First Aid and CPR course in Toronto, or contact us directly for workplace group bookings.
📍 Heart2Heart First Aid CPR Services – Toronto
216 Carlton Street, Toronto, ON
📞 416-960-5319 / 1-866-260-2790
✉️ nick@heart2heartcpr.com
🌐 www.heart2heartcpr.com
Heart2Heart First Aid CPR Services Inc. — proudly serving Toronto and the GTA with trusted, high-quality First Aid & CPR certification since 1999.