Complete your first aid renewal and CPR recertification in one day. Our Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid Recertification renews your First Aid and CPR Level C & AED together for another 3 years. $120, WSIB-approved, same-day certificate, 7 days a week in Mississauga, Hamilton and St. Catharines. Your current certificate must be valid and non-expired on the course date.
Certification Authority & Compliance
All recertification courses are delivered under the official Canadian Red Cross curriculum and are WSIB-approved under Ontario O.Reg 1101. Renewed certificates are accepted by all Ontario employers, schools, childcare agencies, and healthcare institutions. Learn more at redcross.ca.
Your Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR/AED certificate must be valid and non-expired on the day of your scheduled class. If it has lapsed, you must take the full Standard First Aid course instead.
Join your in-person recertification session at one of our three Ontario locations. A certified Red Cross instructor leads you through a full hands-on refresher covering CPR, AED, wound care, and emergency scenarios.
Leave with a temporary WSIB-accepted Red Cross certificate the same day. Your official digital certificate is emailed within 2 to 4 business days, valid for 3 years from the date of completion.
Use this table to choose the right renewal before you book.
| Your situation | Book this course | Length | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valid Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR-C (first aid + CPR recertification) | Standard First Aid Recertification | 7–8 hrs in-class | $120 |
| Need CPR renewal only (no first aid) | CPR Level C + AED | 6 hrs (3 online + 3 in-class) | $60 |
| Healthcare provider renewing BLS | BLS HCP Renewal / Recertification | 4 hrs in-class | $55 |
| Expired certificate, Emergency First Aid only, or non-Red Cross provider | Intermediate First Aid – Standard First Aid & CPR/AED | 14 hrs (7 online + 7 in-class) | $120 |
Good to know: Standard First Aid Recertification includes CPR recertification (CPR Level C & AED), so you renew both on one 3-year Red Cross certificate.
All three locations deliver the identical WSIB-approved, Red Cross certified recertification course. Pick the site closest to your workplace or home.
Our Mississauga centre is the primary recertification destination for Peel Region, the GTA, Brampton, Oakville, and Etobicoke. Trusted by over 25,000 trainees, we're the most recognised first aid training provider in Mississauga.
Located in Downtown Hamilton, our centre serves the region's medical, industrial, and education sectors. Instructors bring frontline emergency and clinical experience to every recertification class.
Our newest centre in Thorold / St. Catharines now offers first aid recertification for the entire Niagara Region, including Niagara Falls, Welland, Fonthill, and Grimsby. Evening and weekend sessions available.
Before booking, confirm you meet the eligibility requirements. Showing up with an expired certificate means you cannot recertify and will need to take the full Standard First Aid course.
Your current certificate meets ALL of these criteria:
Tip
Check your certificate's expiry date before booking. Certificates are typically valid for 3 years from the date of issue.
You must take the full course if any of these apply:
What to Do Instead
If your certificate is expired or from another provider, book our Standard First Aid & CPR/AED course, the full certification course that is available in the same 3 locations.
The 7–8 hour recertification refreshes and assesses every skill area from your original Standard First Aid & CPR/AED certification. All modules are fully hands-on with a certified Red Cross instructor.
All-inclusive pricing. Red Cross registration, course materials, and a same-day temporary certificate are included.
Includes:
Accepted By
WSIB, O.Reg 1101, Ontario employers, healthcare facilities, schools, and daycares.
Pricing subject to change. Contact us to confirm current pricing before registering.
Best For:
Options:
How to Book
Call or email for a same-day group quote.
Group rates typically 10 to 20% below individual pricing depending on headcount and location.
If Your Certificate Has Expired:
What You Get
New 3-year Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR/AED certification, same as recertification.
Blended format saves time: complete theory online first, then attend skills day.
Ontario WSIB regulations require workplaces to maintain valid first aid certifications at all times. Most certificates expire every 3 years. Recertification keeps your workplace compliant and your skills sharp.
Designated Workplace First Aiders
Required by WSIB O.Reg 1101: renew before your certificate lapses to avoid compliance gaps.
Healthcare & PSW Professionals
Hospitals, LTC homes, and clinics require current Standard First Aid alongside BLS for most roles.
Childcare & School Staff
Ontario childcare licensing regulations require at least one valid first aider on premises at all times.
Construction & Industrial Workers
Site supervisors and designated first aiders on Ontario construction projects must hold current certificates.
Security & Transportation Staff
Security personnel, transit workers, and commercial drivers needing renewed workplace credentials.
Fitness & Recreation Professionals
Personal trainers, gym staff, lifeguards, and camp counsellors required to maintain current first aid certification.
Students & Placement Candidates
Brock, McMaster, Mohawk, and other programs requiring a current Standard First Aid certificate for field placements.
Parents & Caregivers
Anyone who wants to keep their emergency response skills current and confident at home.
Thousands of Ontario individuals and organisations have renewed their first aid credentials with us. Here's what makes Aspire the trusted choice.
Nationally Recognised
Renewed certificates are issued by the Canadian Red Cross and accepted by WSIB, healthcare employers, and regulatory bodies province-wide.
Accreditation
Authorised Canadian Red Cross training partner. Standards set by redcross.ca.
Full Ontario Compliance
Every recertification course fully satisfies Ontario workplace first aid regulations. Employers can submit renewed certificates for WSIB compliance the same day.
Regulation Reference
Ontario Regulation 1101 under the Workplace Safety & Insurance Act governs first aid requirements for Ontario workplaces.
No Waiting for Paperwork
Walk out of every recertification session with a temporary certificate valid for immediate employer submission. Permanent digital cert follows within 2 to 4 business days.
Certificate Format
Official Canadian Red Cross digital card. Valid 3 years from date of completion. Accepted province-wide.
Real-World Experience
Our instructors bring frontline emergency, clinical, and industrial experience to every session, not just classroom theory. Skills practice is always the priority.
Class Size
Small class sizes ensure every participant gets individual attention during hands-on skills practice.
Looking for a different certification level? Explore the full course catalogue across all Ontario locations.
Anyone holding a valid, non-expired Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR/AED certificate can take the recertification course. Your certificate must still be active on the day of your scheduled class. Bring the original or a digital copy to registration. If your certificate has expired or was issued by a different provider, you must take the full Standard First Aid course.
The recertification course is a 1-day, 7–8 hour, fully in-person session. You renew your Standard First Aid and CPR/AED credentials in a single day and receive your Canadian Red Cross certificate the same day, valid for 3 years. There is no online component for recertification.
Yes. All recertification courses at Aspire First Aid are WSIB-approved and fully compliant with Ontario O.Reg 1101 under the Workplace Safety & Insurance Act. Renewed certificates are issued by the Canadian Red Cross and are recognised by all Ontario employers and regulatory bodies.
If your certificate has expired, even by one day, you cannot take the recertification course. You must book the full Standard First Aid & CPR/AED course instead. The outcome is identical (3-year Red Cross certification), just delivered via the blended format with an online theory component. Contact us at +1 (289) 890-2898 if you're unsure which course to book.
Yes. Upon completing the recertification course you receive a temporary Red Cross certificate the same day, valid for immediate employer submission. Your official digital certificate is emailed within 2 to 4 business days and remains valid for 3 years.
Aspire offers first aid recertification at three Ontario locations:
Yes. Ontario WSIB regulations under O.Reg 1101 require workplaces to maintain valid first aid certifications at all times. Employers are legally responsible for ensuring designated first aiders hold current credentials. Our recertification courses ensure your team stays fully compliant across Mississauga, Hamilton, St. Catharines, and the surrounding regions.
Yes. We offer mobile on-site group recertification for companies, schools, daycares, LTC facilities, and construction sites across the GTHA and Niagara Region. Call +1 (289) 890-2898 or visit our Group Training page for custom scheduling, on-site delivery options, and group pricing. Minimum 6 participants required for on-site sessions.
The Red Cross Standard First Aid Recertification already renews your CPR Level C & AED, so you do not need a separate CPR renewal. If you only need CPR (no first aid), book our CPR Level C + AED course: 6 hours (3 online + 3 in-class), $60, valid 3 years.
Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR/AED certificates are valid for 3 years. Book your first aid renewal before the expiry date shown on your certificate; once it expires, recertification is no longer an option and you must take the full course.
No. Red Cross recertification is only for valid Canadian Red Cross certificates. Certificates from other providers require the full Standard First Aid & CPR/AED course.
Renew your Red Cross First Aid & CPR/AED in a single day. Same-day certificate, WSIB-approved. Monday to Sunday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
