St. John Council for Ontario

OUR MISSION- Supporting Communities across to enhance their health and well-being through training products and community-based services. OUR VISION- Enhanced health and well-being for all. ABOUT ST. JOHN IN ONTARIO Since 1884 St. John Council for Ontario has been the Ontario arm of St. John Ambulance a worldwide humanitarian charitable organization dedicated to the service and well being of others. St. John delivers quality community service and education through its network of branches certified instructors staff and volunteers across Ontario. As Canada's leading authority in first aid since 1883 St. John trains Ontarians in essential first aid health and safety knowledge and skills. Our modern and innovative in-person virtual and on-line programs are designed for students of all ages needs and from all walks of life. COMMITMENT TO SERVING THE COMMUNITY The volunteers of St. John Ambulance are often one of a community's greatest assets. You'll find St. John volunteers at community sporting and recreational events performing first aid and promoting health and safety. They can be found in hospitals long-term care facilities and educational institutions offering companionship and comfort. They can also be found providing health and safety related care during disasters and public health emergencies. St. John Ambulance is recognized for its leading edge services and we understand the importance of investing in the communities in which we live and work. Through partnerships with businesses community group and government we are achieving better solutions to evolving health care challenges. As we rebuild our services post-pandemic our services will continue to evolve to include: - Medical First Response services at major events sporting and recreational events and in time of disaster civil or health emergency; - Therapy Dog services in hospitals long-term care and retirement facilities educational institutions victim services libraries