A defibrillator – or AED – is a small device that’s simple to use and could save a life. Anyone can use one. Just turn it on and a voice will tell you what you need to do, step by step. It will only deliver a shock if the person needs it, so it is safe to use.
If a person collapses and does not respond when you touch or speak to them, they could be experiencing cardiac arrest. If so, they need to be tended to quickly and a defibrillator may save their life.
There are defibrillators located around the town and can be found in the following places:
If ever you are in a situation where you think someone may be having a heart attack:
Here’s a short video by the Heart & Stroke Foundation on how to use a defibrillator:
The Recreation Department offers first aid courses with the Canadian Red Cross several times a year. See here for their most updated list of upcoming programming.
