MAKE AN IMPACT

Bring Lifesaving AED Access to Your Neighbourhood

Help bring 24/7 AED access closer to home by placing a SaveStation where your neighbours live, gather and spend time.

THE REALITY

Cardiac Arrest Can Happen to Anyone

The person who needs CPR may be a family member, friend or someone you know.

60,000

The number of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests in Canada each year.

10%

About 1 in 10 people who experience a cardiac arrest outside of the hospital survive.

2x

Doing CPR and using an AED can double a person's chance of survival.

Putting Life-Saving Devices Within Reach - Action First Aid

CLOSER AED ACCESS MATTERS

80% of Cardiac Arrests Happen at Home

When cardiac arrest happens, every minute matters. With approximately 80% of cardiac arrests occurring at home, having an AED nearby could mean helping someone you know and love.

The goal is to get an AED to someone experiencing cardiac arrest within 3 minutes. A neighbourhood SaveStation provides 24/7 public access to lifesaving equipment, helping put an AED closer to where people live and where cardiac arrests are most likely to happen.

EMS targeted response time is typically between 6-8 minutes in urban areas.

Get Started Today

4 Simple Steps to
Launch Your Program

Choose Your SaveStation & AED

Select the SaveStation and AED package that works for your neighbourhood and location.

View Outdoor SaveStation

Rally Your Neighbours

Bring your community together, spread the word and raise the funds needed to make your SaveStation a reality.

SaveStation Crowdfunding

Install & Get Ready

Place your SaveStation in an accessible location and help your neighbours learn where it is and how to respond in an emergency.

View Educational Videos

Keep Your Community Ready

Stay connected with ongoing AED checks, resources and support to help keep your SaveStation ready for rescue.

Ready for Action

A Community United to Save Lives

How Muskoka Cottagers Took Action Against the Risks of Sudden Cardiac Arrest

In cottage country, longer emergency response times make access to an AED especially important. One dedicated community came together to bring lifesaving equipment closer to home, helping ensure they are better prepared to respond when every minute matters.

Their story is a powerful example of what can happen when a community takes action together.

Neighbourhood Program

Frequently Asked Questions

How do we start a Neighbourhood Defibrillator Program?

Contact us to discover the best SaveStation solution for your placement. From there, you can involve your neighbours, determine the best location and raise funds together. Our team can help guide you through the process.

Where should we place our neighbourhood SaveStation?

Choose a location that is easy for neighbours to see and access 24/7. Depending on your community, a SaveStation can be installed at a home, cottage, community entrance, shared recreation area or other central location.

Can our neighbourhood raise money together for the AED and SaveStation?

Yes. Many communities fund their SaveStation together. Neighbours can contribute toward the cost, or a local business, association or community member may choose to sponsor all or part of the program. SaveStation provides a Crowdfunding Platform for this exact purpose.

Will the AED be protected outside year-round?

Yes. SaveStation outdoor cabinets are designed to help keep AEDs within their operating temperature range through Canadian weather. Different models offer features including heating, ventilation and monitoring.

Do you provide support after our SaveStation is installed?

Yes. We can help with AED readiness, replacement supplies, education and ongoing resources to help your community stay prepared.

GET STARTED

Bring a SaveStation to Your Neighbourhood

Ready to get your neighbourhood prepared? Whether you already have a location in mind or are just starting to explore the idea, we’re here to help.

Tell us a little about your community and our team can help you choose the right SaveStation and AED solution and get your neighbourhood program started.