Our Instructors
At Hamilton First Aid, we believe our instructors set us apart. We don’t just teach first aid and CPR — we teach with real medical knowledge, hands-on experience, and a genuine passion for helping others.
All of our instructors come from professional healthcare backgrounds and are carefully selected through St Mark James Training. Every instructor completes over 160 hours of intensive training, is audited annually, and follows the latest WSIB and ILCOR guidelines to ensure the highest standard of instruction.
Why Our Instructors Are Different
- Healthcare professionals with real-world medical experience
- Minimum 160 hours of instructor training
- Annual audits and continuous education
- Up-to-date WSIB and ILCOR standards
- Passionate educators who care about student success
Meet Our Instructors
Javier Gonzalez

Javier Gonzalez is a medical doctor from Jalisco, Mexico, coming from a family of medical practitioners deeply rooted in healthcare and community service. He attended the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara (UAG) School of Medicine and has been teaching First Aid and CPR with St Mark James Training since 2022.
Javier brings a calm, confident, and knowledgeable approach to every class. In addition to teaching first aid and CPR across Canada, he now focuses primarily on serving the Hamilton community. Outside the classroom, Javier teaches yoga on weekends and actively promotes healthy living, stress management, and overall wellness.
Janelly Gomez

Janelly Gomez is a Registered Nurse from Bucaramanga, Colombia. She completed her nursing education at Universidad Industrial de Santander (UIS) and is currently continuing her studies in Canada with the goal of becoming a Family Doctor.
Janelly has been teaching First Aid and CPR since 2024 and is known for her friendly, approachable teaching style. She is passionate about community involvement, volunteers at local community centres, and — surprisingly — enjoys Canada’s cold winters. Her medical background and dedication make her an outstanding instructor for learners of all experience levels.
Our Commitment to Quality
Through St Mark James Training, we are proud to offer what we believe are some of the most highly trained and qualified First Aid and CPR instructors available. When you train with Hamilton First Aid, you’re learning from professionals who truly understand emergency care — and who care about your confidence, safety, and success.