What Is the AED Registry?

Launched under Ontario’s Defibrillator Registration and Public Access Act (Bill 141), the registry creates a centralized database of AED locations across the province.

• 911 integration: Dispatchers can direct callers to the closest registered AED.
• Faster emergency response: Helps bystanders act quickly and buy precious minutes before paramedics arrive.
• Public safety net: The more AEDs that are registered, the easier it is to find one during an emergency.

Why Your Organization Should Have an AED

Whether you manage a school, office, gym, community center, or construction site, an on‑site AED is about readiness and lives saved, not just compliance.

• Immediate access: When every second counts, you cannot wait for help.
• Boosts survival chances: CPR plus AED use within minutes can double or even triple survival rates.
• Builds trust: Shows leadership in safety and care.

How to Get Started

1. Place an AED on site: Choose a unit that suits your environment, wall mounted or portable.
2. Register your AED: Add it to Ontario’s registry so first responders can find it.
3. Train your team: AEDs are simple and safe to operate, even with no medical background.

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