Our franchisees aren’t just running a business—they’re part of a movement that saves lives, keeps communities safe, and proves that first aid training doesn’t have to be boring. (Spoiler alert: it’s actually fun.)
Why Life Start Could Be Your Perfect Franchise Match
Demand Built In
First aid and safety training isn’t optional—workplaces, schools, and industries need it. Regulations ensure steady demand, so you’ll always have a market. With safety requirements growing, Life Start offers the expertise and energy that people look for when choosing their training provider.
Unboring Saves Lives
Let’s face it: dull training doesn’t work. Hands-on, immersive experiences do. That’s why we’ve ditched the slideshows and opted for real-life scenarios, mock wounds, and a few laughs along the way. Our approach isn’t just different; it’s better—and our participants leave feeling confident and ready to act when it matters most.
Ridiculously Good Support
From territory mapping to unboring marketing strategies, we’re your entrepreneurial hype squad. You focus on delivering life-changing training; we’ll handle the back-end systems, materials, and ongoing support to ensure you succeed.
Flexibility That Fits Your Life
Life Start isn’t a one-size-fits-all franchise. You’re in charge of how you structure your business—weekday, weekend, or even last-minute bookings. Whether you’re balancing other pursuits, a family, or want to go all-in, Life Start gives you the freedom to make it work for you.
A Mission That Matters
At Life Start, our mission is clear: increase out-of-hospital cardiac arrest survival rates in every community across Canada. Currently, only 10% of people survive a cardiac arrest outside the hospital. We want to raise that to 50% in the next decade.
Here’s how we’re making it happen:
- We’re raising first aid training standards across Canada, one franchise at a time.
- Our training is provincially recognized in six provinces so far and we’re expanding fast.
- We want every Canadian to feel prepared in an emergency, no matter where they live.
No Health Care Experience? No Problem.
You don’t need a background in health care to succeed with Life Start. We teach you everything, from the technical skills to how to manage a classroom. If you’ve got the drive to make a difference, we’ll equip you to thrive.
Already in Health Care? Perfect.
If you’re passionate about saving lives, this is your chance to take that passion and turn it into a business. Life Start lets you expand your impact while building a career that aligns with your values.
Why Franchisees Love Life Start
Our franchisees are the heartbeat of our movement, and here’s why they love being part of Life Start:
- Purpose Meets Profit: Build a thriving business while making a real difference in your community.
- Hands-On, Immersive Training: Participants love our engaging, interactive classes—and they remember what they learn. Our franchises love getting those 5-star reviews!
- A Proven System: Our proprietary tools make safety administration easy for franchisees and for business clients, so they keep coming back for more.
- Community Impact: Whether it’s training daycare staff, local businesses, or families, you’re directly contributing to a safer, more prepared community.
What Makes Life Start Stand Out
Corporate Client Advantage
For business clients, compliance and training can feel overwhelming. Our streamlined system simplifies the process, saving them time and hassle—and keeping you top of mind when they need additional training.
Distinctive “Unboring” Brand Positioning
Boring training doesn’t save lives. Fun, immersive experiences do. That’s why we’ve built a training approach that’s both engaging and unforgettable. Our classes leave participants laughing, learning, and ready to act when it counts.
Long Lasting Impact
When lives are on the line, training needs to kick in. Our hands-on approach ensures that participants don’t just check a box—they gain skills and confidence that stick with them long after the class ends.
Join the Movement
At Life Start, we’re not just building businesses; we’re saving lives. By bringing our unique first aid training to communities across Canada, we’re raising participant expectations and empowering more people to act when it matters most.
If you’re ready to join a franchise that’s fun, impactful, and built for success, Life Start is your next step. This isn’t just a business—it’s a movement.
Available Territories: Locations available in Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Newfoundland
Testimonials
“The support from the corporate headquarters has been strong. From helping to evaluate our territory, to marketing, to tech support with the website and student portals, there is always someone available to help…One of the measures I have always used in life is to ask the question, ‘If given the chance, would I do this again?’ The decision that we made to sign on as the very first Life Start Franchisee was one that we most certainly would do again.”– Life Start Franchise Owner Colin MacDougall – Halifax NS
“We are so thrilled we discovered Life Start and decided to join the Life Start family. We first came across them when the owner taught a class in our town, and we loved it so much that when we heard we could open a location here, we jumped at the chance. It’s been such a great decision. Our sales are increasing month over month, we’re fully supported, and we get to give back, have fun, and enjoy the flexibility we need for our young family. We couldn’t be happier!” – Devin and Braedyn Atkin, Life Start Charlottetown