Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, ID 152250
First Aid and CPR Training Business for Sale – Edmonton, AB Highly reputable and regulation-driven First Aid and CPR training business with nearly 30 years of operating history, strong margins, and top-three recognition in Alberta by the Canadian Red Cross. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, the business is a leading Canadian provider of First Aid, CPR, and workplace safety training. Services include Canadian Red Cross–certified First Aid and CPR (all levels), Advanced First Aid/EMR, WHMIS, Heart & Stroke Foundation BLS, renewals, and private group courses. These mission-critical, regulation-driven services generate consistent, recurring demand across multiple industries. The company serves a diversified and loyal customer base, with estimated 80%–90% return rates due to recurring certification requirements. Clients include childcare centres, healthcare providers, industrial and construction firms, educational institutions, and the general public. Notable customers include Starbucks, YMCA, Shoppers Drug Mart, Indigo, Old Navy, CP Rail, Sobeys, Loblaws, Petro-Canada, McDonald’s, A&W, PCL Construction, Marriott Hotels, Manulife, Labatt, Scotiabank, various Government of Alberta departments, daycare centres, dental clinics, and public schools. The business operates an asset-light, highly scalable model using contracted instructors and centralized training facilities, delivering attractive margins and operational flexibility. It is an authorized training provider for both the Canadian Red Cross and the Heart & Stroke Foundation, creating significant barriers to entry. The owner is seeking a full sale due to retirement and is willing to support a defined transition period to ensure continuity. The Medication Administration course is excluded from the sale but may be available outside the transaction. Adjusted EBITDA remained strong at approximately CAD $454K, despite recent revenue softness driven by inbound lead volume rather than retention or pricing issues. Growth opportunities include renewed marketing efforts, increased lead generation, and deeper penetration of commercial and corporate accounts. Serious inquiries are invited for further financial details and discussion of transition and growth potential.
