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Public defibrillators

Register the location of your automated external defibrillator (AED) with Niagara EMS, or borrow one from our loaner program for your next event.

What is an automated external defibrillator?

An automated external defibrillator (AED) is a portable device that checks a person's heart rhythm during sudden cardiac arrest. If needed, it can deliver an electric shock to help the heart return to a normal rhythm.

AEDs are designed for public use as they guide you through each step with voice prompts, so no medical training is required to use one in an emergency.

A location indicator for a map

Register, update or remove a defibrillator

Registering your AED with Niagara EMS gives emergency medical dispatchers real-time access to up-to-date defibrillator location information, including automatic location retrieval during 911 calls. This helps get defibrillator-equipped help to the scene faster and more accurately.

Use the same form to:

  • Register a new AED location
  • Update an existing location
  • Remove a location

Register your defibrillator

First aid kit

Borrow a defibrillator for your event

Niagara's Automated External Defibrillator Loaner Program can provide a defibrillator for up to 72 hours for your event.

To be eligible, you must:

  • Have an adequately trained person on site during the event
  • Show a valid first aid / CPR card and valid photo identification (such as a driver's licence) when picking up the equipment
  • Submit your application at least two weeks before the event

A Niagara Region representative will contact you to confirm your loaner within five business days of applying.

Request a defibrillator for your event